El Paso Democrat Martha Dominguez’s apparent absence from the campaign trail has prompted her SBOE opponent to call her a “ghost” — and has sparked criticism from members of her own party. But that may not stop her from winning the race.
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Texas Won’t Adopt Common Science Standards Soon
In Texas, where the curriculum-setting State Board of Education has engaged in high-profile skirmishes over science education, there will be no rush to implement new nationally developed common standards.
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Despite Upsets, No Major Power Shift for SBOE
Despite losses for moderate Republican candidates in several open seats — and the ousting of three incumbents — the ideological control of the State Board of Education won’t be much different after this election cycle.
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Two SBOE Rivals Each Facing Tough Primaries
Two influential incumbents on the State Board of Education — who are often at odds with each other — are both facing primary challenges that could result in a power shift on the fractious board.
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State Business Group Joining School Finance Lawsuit
The Texas Association of Business announced today that it has joined a school finance lawsuit against the state, demanding a study of school system efficiency.
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Video: McLeroy on The Colbert Report
On last night’s episode of The Colbert Report, former State Board of Education chairman Don McLeroy discussed evolution, textbooks and the new documentary about him.
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State Board of Education Approves New Math Standards
The new K-12 math standards will have a staggered rollout, with K-8 standards taking effect in 2014 and the high school standards coming out in 2015.
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Scott Thurman: The TT Interview
The director of The Revisionaries, a new documentary about the Texas State Board of Education’s battle over science and history education, on whether there are any villains in the film and the process of getting content into textbooks.
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State Board of Education Debate Turns to District Size
The 15 members of the State Board of Education share three staffers and at times must travel hundreds of miles to meet with constituents. At a hearing on Tuesday, the House Redistricting Committee heard debate on whether members can adequately represent such large districts.
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Business Community Faults Math Standards
As the State Board of Education prepares to approve new K-12 math standards, it is receiving significant pushback from leaders in Texas’ business community, who contend that they’re are not up to snuff.
