Texas is finally making some moves to boost its public schools. Lawmakers have agreed on a plan to inject $8. 5 billion into the system. This deal is a mix of old and new ideas. It keeps the smaller increase of $55 per student but adds $500 million for fixed costs like transportation and health insurance. This extra money is meant to help schools deal with the increa...

Texas is on the brink of a major change in how it funds education. The state's House of Representatives has given the green light to a plan that lets parents use state money for private school tuition. This move is a big win for Governor Greg Abbott, who has been pushing for more school choice options. He believes families need financial help to escape...

Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools. Fort Worth ISD might shut down up to two dozen campuses. The plan? Bo...

Wisconsin's upcoming April election is shaping up to be a big deal for the state's education system. Two candidates have emerged from the primary election, each with their own vision for the future of education in Wisconsin. Jill Underly, the current leader of the Department of Public Instruction, is seeking re-election. She was first elected in 2021 with strong sup...