Lake Worth Independent School District is under the microscope. The Texas Education Agency is thinking about taking over the district. Why? Because the district has been getting "F" grades for too long. The Commissioner of Education, Mike Morath, recently visited the district to see things for himself. Morath saw both good and bad things during his visit. He noticed...
Texas is making big moves in education. The state is rolling out a huge $1 billion voucher program. Starting in 2026, families can get $10, 000 a year to help pay for private school. Kids with disabilities can get up to $30, 000. Sounds great, right? Not so fast. Critics worry that this will take money away from public schools. Plus, private schools can pick a...
Texas students have a big supporter in the U. S. Department of Education. This department sends billions of dollars to Texas for schools, colleges, and job training. These funds help with everything from school lunches to college tuition. The department also makes sure schools follow federal laws, like Title IX, which stops discrimination based on sex. It also en...
In a recent speech, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a significant push for a private school voucher program. This program, if implemented, would allow parents to choose where their children attend school, with the state providing up to $10, 000 for private school expenses or $2, 000 for homeschooling. Abbott believes this will make Texas the top state for educat...
Texas is hustling to gear up its students for the jobs of tomorrow. With nearly two-thirds of new jobs needing more than a high school diploma in the next five years, the state is in a pickle. Many graduates are missing the key skills needed to fill these roles. The governor, Greg Abbott, has a plan. He wants to pump more money into career training programs ...
Texas is at the center of a significant shift in education policies. Fragile compromises present between state extreme political right wing groups, some Texas Republican leaders, and the Texas federal government as to how children are taught, what they learn, and even who's teaching them. Parents who align with the political right feel confident that President Tr...
In a close vote, Texas' education board decided that elementary schools can teach lessons inspired by the Bible. This happened despite worries that it might push religious views on young students. The lessons will start as early as next year. Schools that use these lessons will get extra money from the state. Some people are happy about this, like the lieutenant gove...
Texas has taken a significant step by allowing Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. This move, supported by the state's education board, is receiving a mix of reactions from parents and teachers. Some believe these lessons will help students understand American history better, while others worry about alienating students from different faith backgrounds. Th...
This spring, Texas launched a new school curriculum that has stirred up some chatter among educators. The Left seems particularly riled up about it, but why? Let's take a closer look at what's happening and what it means for education in America. The new curriculum is being praised for its rich content, which includes engaging graphics and writing that avoids the co...
Imagine walking into a Texas elementary school classroom and seeing Bible stories on the curriculum. That's what could happen if a new proposal by the Texas Education Agency is approved in November. The plan suggests including Biblical lessons in state reading and language arts classes. But not all Christians are happy about this idea. In fact, an organization called...