SHARS Boot Camp, Session 3: Cost Report Readiness Before April
Learn how Texas districts can get cost report ready this fall, from IEP ratios to staff changes and funding sources.
Event Details
This event already happened, but you can always watch the recording.
Missed it? Watch the recording.
Cost report readiness is a year-round job, and this session made the case for starting now. Watch the recording to hear how Texas districts can get ahead of the April 1st deadline.
In this session we covered:
✅ Why cost report prep runs all year and takes your whole team
✅ What to track and claim, from staff changes and contract staff to Appendix A supplies and funding sources
✅ How paid claims drive your IEP and one-way trip ratios, what to do before January 3, and how to keep transportation on track every month
Want to see where your district stands? Book a free Medicaid assessment here.
Other Webinars
October 28, 2026
Learn how Oregon districts can bill Medicaid for the nursing care their teams already provide every day.
October 28, 2026
Watch how strong IEP documentation and School-Based Medicaid processes help districts manage disputes and protect funding.
October 8, 2026
Special education and Medicaid rules in California don't sit still, and it's easier to stay ahead of them with the right context. Join us for a back-to-school update built for California districts: the state changes worth knowing right now, and what's coming as both programs continue to evolve.
October 7, 2026
Watch how Texas districts can tighten up consent, referrals, and documentation to get more SHARS claims paid.
October 1, 2026
Watch a real conversation about nursing, behavioral health, and personal care, and how Oregon districts get started without the guesswork.
September 30, 2026
Watch how Virginia districts are simplifying service logging and keeping Medicaid on track, even when teams are short-staffed.
September 2, 2026
Watch how Texas districts can keep their SHARS participant list accurate, compliant, and ready for every RMTS deadline.
August 5, 2026
Watch how experienced Medicaid programs can find where revenue gets lost, stay audit-ready, and tell whether they are optimized or on autopilot, from the 2026 On Track Special Education and Medicaid Conference.
August 5, 2026
Watch how districts can build a strong Medicaid program with a small team, including staffing models, self-billing tradeoffs, and the ROI of a dedicated program manager.
August 5, 2026
Watch how cost reporting, cost settlement, and cost-based reimbursement fit together, with two state models and practical next steps, from the 2026 On Track Special Education and Medicaid Conference.
August 5, 2026
Watch how districts can move IEP compliance, documentation, and service delivery out of spreadsheets and into a process that holds up on audit.
August 5, 2026
Watch three districts share their biggest Medicaid wins, where they are improving, and how they are getting ready for back to school.
August 5, 2026
Watch the On Track 2026 opening keynote on special education funding, the state of school-based Medicaid, and what districts are doing about it.
July 30, 2026
Whether you're new to school-based Medicaid or a seasoned billing pro, this three-part webinar series is designed to meet you where you are.
May 20, 2026
CMS updates are reshaping how districts handle provider enrollment, transportation, and consents. Hear directly from experts working across states navigating these challenges in real time.
March 24, 2026
Learn how to highlight the data points and reporting insights that can help teams gain a clearer view of their program.
March 12, 2026
Learn how to cut through the noise and determine what’s actually possible.
March 11, 2026
Join SLP Toolkit and Relay to learn how districts are improving service documentation and logging processes
February 25, 2026
Join this California-focused webinar to learn how to simplify service logging, reduce administrative burden, and capture the Medi-Cal revenue you’re leaving on the table.
February 19, 2026
What districts should be reviewing right now — using five key Medicaid reports to identify gaps, prevent denials, and finish the year strong
February 13, 2026
Learn how Texas districts can strengthen SHARS documentation and cost reporting amid rising oversight and financial pressure.
January 27, 2026
Learn how to simplify parental consent, prepare for policy updates surrounding Medicaid eligibility, and keep your Medicaid program strong.
December 4, 2025
Learn about what's shaping special education in 2026, and how district leaders can plan ahead.
June 24, 2025
Unlock expert insights to improve accuracy, compliance, and funding — no matter what state you’re in.
April 24, 2025
Learn about what districts miss in their K-12 Medicaid programs (and how to catch it).
March 20, 2025
Learn about the role that the Business Office plays in keeping Special Education departments accountable.
June 28, 2023
Special Education Directors, Medicaid Coordinators, Medicaid District Leads
June 13, 2023
featuring Medicaid specialists from Relay and Dr.
July 17, 2022
Join us to learn tips and tricks to onboard new faces or get a refresher for your current team members!
July 17, 2022
Your school district is focused on making sure your students are respected, supported, safe, and protected.
Give your team their time back
See how Relay makes special services simpler from the first log to the last claim.
