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May 15 2025EDUCATION

Texas Senate's Education Budget: Less for Students, More for Teachers?

A recent proposal from the Texas Senate has sparked debate over the future of public education funding. The Senate's plan for school finance differs significantly from the House's version, particularly in how much extra money each student would receive. The Senate wants to add only $55 to the basic per-student funding, which has remained at $6, 160 for the past ...

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Apr 24 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Rules for Colleges: A Shift in Accreditation

A recent move by the former president has stirred up the world of higher education. The former president signed an executive order. This order aims to change how colleges get accredited. The focus will now be on "results, " not just meeting basic standards. This means colleges might be judged on how well they teach, rather than just having the right paperwork. ...

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter for Education?

The Department of Education is facing a major shake-up. The current administration has taken a significant step towards dismantling it. An executive order was signed to start the process. This move is seen as a way to bypass the need for congressional approval. The administration believes the department has grown too large and hasn't improved national test scores. T...

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