From school takeovers to college affordability, the Democrat and Republican are rolling out their education priorities ahead of November’s election.
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Public Education
As the only Texas district to trigger potential state takeover, Austin ISD’s future now in TEA’s hands
Two middle schools received their fifth consecutive F grades from the Texas Education Agency.
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Public Education
Gov. Greg Abbott proposes further limiting screen time in K-12 classrooms
The proposal, which would have to be passed by the Legislature, follows a ban on cellphone use in K-12 schools approved by lawmakers last year.
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Public Education
Austin ISD moves closer to state takeover after 2 schools receive fifth failing ratings
Thursday’s announcement, which comes a day before TEA publicly releases accountability ratings statewide, moves Austin ISD one step closer to potential state intervention after months of district efforts to avoid it.
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T-Squared
The Texas Tribune is investing in coverage of education and Houston
One of the state’s most important topics and one of its most important regions will get more attention.
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Higher Education
Stephen F. Austin State University to close child care center due to budget constraints
The Janice A. Pattillo Early Childhood Research Center will close classrooms in phases over the next few years, beginning with infants in the 2027-28 academic year.
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State Government
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock to resign at end of month
Gov. Greg Abbott chose the former GOP lawmaker for the role last year, giving him the reins of Texas’ $1 billion school voucher rollout. Hancock was defeated in his bid for a full term in March.
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Public Education
Texas education board member threatens to sue colleagues over posts calling her “Marxist”
A Democratic board member says colleagues harassed her in social media posts during Texas’ debate over how history is taught. The GOP members deny any bullying.
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2026 Texas Elections
James Talarico, Gina Hinojosa attack GOP with parallel populist pitches at Texas Democratic Convention
The U.S. Senate and gubernatorial nominees accused Republicans, including opponents Ken Paxton and Greg Abbott, of fixating on culture wars to distract from higher costs and alleged graft.
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Public Education
Which Bible passages are in Texas’ proposed student reading list? Here’s what the selections reveal.
The chosen readings, to be voted on soon by the State Board of Education, draw heavily from Christian perspectives.
