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Texas education advocates say $8.5B school funding package 'a step in the right direction'
The legislation includes new pots of money for teacher raises and other school costs like insurance and transportation.
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From vouchers to a cellphone ban, this year’s lawmaking session brought transformative changes to Texas schools
An agenda driven by conservative priorities, schools’ financial duress and teacher needs led to an $8.5 billion boost, new ...
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Round Rock ISD shares updated 2025-26 budget proposal, compensation plans amid legislative changes
As a budget season colored by uncertainty nears its close, Round Rock ISD administrators provided updates on its financial ...
Texas Legislature wraps up with historic education reform
A voucher program passed as did a requirement to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom. Here's what you need to ...
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Community townhall addresses concerns over impact of recent federal and state policy changes
In light of recent national and state-level policy shifts, a growing coalition of concerned community members is organizing a ...
Texas lawmakers approve school voucher bill, local private school reacts
Texas lawmakers have passed a sweeping new school voucher law allowing families to use public funds for private education expenses.
Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding
House has given final approval to legislation authorizing roughly $8.5 billion in funding for public schools, sending the bill to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk where it is soon expected ...