Texas HB 6 aims to tighten disciplinary policies, but without addressing the root causes of student behavior or providing additional support systems, it risks widening the opportunity gaps and accelerating the school-to-prison pipeline.
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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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Friday Newsletter: April 25, 2025
Happy Friday, April 25th. Here are our top stories. Have a great weekend! Local Politics Business Education Health Culture Lifestyle Sports Word In Black Opinion – Editorial Events
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Texas schools say it’s time to stop tying mental health funding to school safety money
Originally appeared in the Texas Tribune Security cameras or a suicide prevention program? Bulletproof glass or a staff mental health counselor? Those are the difficult, heartbreaking choices Texas school officials […]
