Texas Public Schools

Greg Abbott Announces $40 Million for Texas Teachers Ahead of Governor’s Race

Governor Greg Abbott (R-TX) announced $40 million in state funding for Texas public schools to strengthen teacher recruitment, preparation and…

2 days ago

Gina Hinojosa Holds Solo Debate Outside Abbott's Governor's Mansion

Democratic nominee Gina Hinojosa held a one-sided debate outside the Texas Governor's Mansion in Austin on Thursday, challenging Republican Gov.…

2 weeks ago

Are Cops in Texas Schools Backfiring? New Investigation Says Yes

A joint investigation by The New York Times and The San Antonio Express-News found more than 2,600 use-of-force incidents involving Texas school…

5 months ago

Texas Senate Approves Overhaul of STAAR Testing System

The Texas Senate has approved a major reform to the state’s standardized testing system, replacing the STAAR exam with a…

1 year ago

Controversial Education Finance Package Passes

The Texas House passed a sweeping education finance package this week that includes House Bill 2 and Senate Bill 2.…

2 years ago

Texas Senate Votes to Transform Special Education Funding

The Texas Senate has approved Senate Bill 568, legislation that aims to reform the way special education services are funded…

2 years ago