(a) The district shall be governed as provided by this chapter and policies established by the board. Unless otherwise specifically provided, a provision of this code applying to school districts does not apply to the district.
(b) The district may not impose a tax.

(c) The district shall:
(1) develop educational programs specifically designed for persons eligible under § 19.005 and ensure that those programs, such as GED and ESL, are integrated with an applied vocational context leading to employment;
(1-a) develop vocational training programs specifically designed for persons eligible under § 19.005 and prioritize the programs that result in certification or licensure, considering the impact that a previous felony conviction has on the ability to secure certification, licensure, and employment;
(1-b) continually assess job markets in this state and update, augment, and expand the vocational training programs developed under Subdivision (1-a) as necessary to provide relevant and marketable skills to students; and
(2) coordinate educational programs and services in the department with those provided by other state agencies, by political subdivisions, and by persons who provide programs and services under contract.