Risk Management
Risk Management Scope
The goal of the Allen ISD Risk Management Department is to evaluate risks, hazards, and exposures; develop risk management methodologies to fund, minimize, or eliminate loss; and advise on risk control strategies to mitigate unanticipated losses. The department continuously strives to minimize financial, physical, and reputational loss through the proper identification and analysis of risk and implementation of risk-reducing techniques such as loss prevention, contractual risk reduction, and insurance.
Department Mission Statement
To minimize the risk of loss through an entity-wide collaborative effort so that liability exposures are reduced and district resources are protected.
“Minimizing risk through collaboration.”
Program Components
Occupational Safety Program
Loss Prevention & Loss Control
Property/Auto/Liability Insurance
Student Accident Insurance
Contracts & Agreements
Student Accident Insurance
Sports/UIL Insurance - District Sponsored
For students (Grades 7 – 12) who participate in school-sponsored UIL sports and activities, Allen ISD purchases a catastrophic insurance policy for injuries that exceed $25,000 in medical costs that occur while participating in those sports and activities. If a student is injured while participating in a school-sponsored UIL activity, a claim form will be completed by the Athletic Trainer and given to the student’s parent or guardian. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to complete their portion of the claim form and follow directions on how to submit the form to the insurance company. The plan will only pay within the limits of the policy, which could be a portion of the medical expenses.
There is no insurance coverage provided by the school district for non-UIL activities. With few exceptions, public school districts in Texas have immunity from being held liable for bodily injury to students and the public. Students and their parents/guardians are responsible for the cost of their medical care if injured on school property. For questions regarding Sports/UIL Insurance coverage, please contact Student Insurance Plans, Inc. directly by calling 469-579-4139.
Voluntary Insurance - Available for purchase
Student Insurance Plans, Inc. also provides an opportunity for parents to purchase low-cost accident insurance for any student. These policies are available for as little as $35.00 for the entire school year. The voluntary insurance plans are available to all students and can provide coverage for injuries that occur during school time or full-time (24 hours). The plans can be used even if the student is covered under other insurance. Participation in this insurance program is strictly voluntary.
If you would like to purchase voluntary accident insurance for your student, enrollment is available through the Student Insurance Plans, Inc. website under “Online Enrollment”. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to complete the online enrollment form and submit the premium payment directly to the insurance company. Allen ISD does not collect payment for this coverage nor do we manage this insurance program. For questions regarding Voluntary Insurance, please contact Student Insurance Plans, Inc. directly by calling 469-579-4139 or by visiting their website.