Relating to the reporting of information regarding high school performance acknowledgments earned by public school students.

HB 5636 requires Texas public school districts to report specific high school performance data through the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) annually. It mandates districts to track and report: (1) students enrolled in the foundation high school program, (2) students pursuing the distinguished level of achievement, (3) students in endorsement programs, and (4) students who earned performance acknowledgments. The bill directly affects school districts and state education officials who manage student data reporting. It takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year, adding standardized reporting for existing high school achievement metrics without changing graduation requirements.