The Texas Education Agency has taken control of the Fort Worth Independent School District, appointing a new board of managers and superintendent to oversee the district’s campuses due to five consecutive years of failing to meet academic accountability standards.
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Texas Universities Review Courses After Viral Video Sparks Controversy
Texas A&M University and other Texas universities have been reviewing their courses and syllabi to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, following a viral video of a student confronting a professor over a discussion of gender identity in a children’s literature class.
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Hundreds Pack UTA and Head to Austin Hearing as Texas Eyes Mid-Decade Redistricting
ARLINGTON, TX — On a sweltering Monday afternoon, the University of Texas at Arlington’s campus transformed from a quiet summer setting into the political nerve center of a deeply divided […]
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Community Rallies to Support Victims of Devastating Kerrville Flood
HILL COUNTRY, TEXAS — What began as a quiet Independence Day weekend turned tragic for residents of Kerrville and surrounding Hill Country communities. In the early morning hours of July 4th, […]
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Beyond the Test: What the End of STAAR Testing and the Rise of Vouchers Mean for Texas Schools
As Texas moves to dismantle the STAAR exam and fund private school vouchers, its public schools are being asked to meet new standards with fewer supports. This article examines the historical inequities of state testing, the implications of rapid policy shifts, and the urgent need for equity and accountability in a changing educational landscape.
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Educational Disparities Widen as Texas House Passes Voucher Bill That Funds Private Schools with Taxpayer Money
House Republicans have passed a bill that could severely limit Black students’ access to private school education in Texas, by increasing funding for individual private school students, reducing the use of less-experienced educators, and allowing for vouchers to be used to improve already up-to-standard private schools.
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In Texas, private firms cash in on property tax late fees, piling debt onto struggling homeowners
Texas has one of the most punitive systems in the nation for property tax debt, where private law firms can charge up to 20% on top of existing base taxes, penalties, and interest, resulting in billions of dollars in revenue for the firms.
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What’s Greg Got To Do With It?
Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s school voucher bill is expected to significantly impact K-12 education in Texas. The bill will double the Educational Savings Accounts budget to $1 billion, despite concerns about its potential to exacerbate inequities in public schools and potentially undermine Republican school voucher goals.
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Standing Against Executive Order GA-54
Governor Greg Abbott’s Executive Order GA-54, which directs state agencies to assist federal immigration enforcement, has raised concerns about its potential impact on state resources and the well-being of Texans, prompting a letter from the Texas House Democratic Caucus.
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A Pivotal Year in Education… What to watch in 2025
In 2025, Texas will implement a $1 billion school voucher program, introduce a Bible-based curriculum for elementary school students, and eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices in public universities, sparking concerns about the impact on public schools and students.