Texas community college leaders examine effects of 2023 funding reform
Lawmakers will get a chance to revisit the funding system for community colleges — and maybe approve more money — this session. Full Story
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Sneha Dey is an education reporter for The Texas Tribune, working in partnership with Open Campus. She covers pathways from education to employment and the accessibility of postsecondary education in Texas, with an eye on college readiness, community colleges and career and technical training. Prior to joining the Tribune, she had stints at NPR’s Education Desk and Chalkbeat. Sneha is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. She grew up in New York and is based in Austin.
Lawmakers will get a chance to revisit the funding system for community colleges — and maybe approve more money — this session. Full Story
Alex Fairly is an Amarillo businessman and father of a state House member who has previously given millions to West Texas A&M University, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Full Story
In his new role, Rosser will be responsible for helping Texas meet its goal to increase the number of Texans ages 25 to 34 with a postsecondary credential to 60% by 2030. Full Story
The Texas Legislature has prioritized getting high school dropouts the skills they need to enter the workforce. Full Story
Black and Hispanic high schoolers who have to drive more than 30 minutes to a community college are less likely to pursue a degree, the report found. Full Story
More than 250 Texas prisoners are on the waitlist to join the Lee College reentry class. Programs like these prepare students to find jobs and help lower recidivism. Full Story
Lawmakers discussed public education, gun laws and health care policy at a daylong Texas Tribune event. Full Story
High school students that are getting a jump on college through dual credit now make up the majority of students at one East Texas community college. Full Story
Despite the group’s strong participation, Hispanic students graduate college at a lower rate than peers in the program, according to a report. Full Story
The glitch kept the students from submitting the form on time, which put them last in line to receive aid this year. Full Story