Blog Archive

ATPE asks governor to extend “hold harmless” protections for school funding

ATPE joins other education groups seeking to extend school funding protections due to COVID-19.

By Monty Exter | Posted on: 12/16/2020 12:00:00 AM

TEA seeks nominations for School Librarian and Reading Specialist advisory committees

Educators on two advisory committees will advise state regulators on certification standards for School Librarians and Reading Specialists.

By Andrea Chevalier | Posted on: 12/16/2020 12:00:00 AM

Teach the Vote has a brand-new look

Since 2012, ATPE’s Teach the Vote has been a go-to resource for the Texas public education community, providing an issues-focused look at candidates’ and officeholders’ stances on education issues.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 12/15/2020 12:00:00 AM

Highlights of the December 2020 TRS meeting

The Teacher Retirement System (TRS) Board of Trustees met Dec. 9-11, 2020.

By Monty Exter | Posted on: 12/11/2020 12:00:00 AM

SBEC discusses certification amid COVID-19 and other topics at its December meeting

The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) held a virtual meeting Friday, December 11, 2020.

By Andrea Chevalier | Posted on: 12/11/2020 12:00:00 AM

Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Dec. 11, 2020

Read this week’s education news, including a big accountability announcement, final 2020 meetings for a few state boards, coronavirus developments, session preparations, and more.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 12/11/2020 12:00:00 AM

State waives A-F accountability ratings for 2020-21

ATPE responds to TEA's announcement that schools will be "not rated" in 2020-21 due to the pandemic.

By Jennifer Mitchell | Posted on: 12/10/2020 12:00:00 AM

Countdown to Science of Teaching Reading changes

New Science of Teaching Reading (STR) requirements for educator certification take effect in January 2021.

By Andrea Chevalier | Posted on: 12/9/2020 12:00:00 AM

ATPE and Coalition for Public Schools address talk of vouchers as legislative session nears

ATPE and other members of Coalition for Public Schools share concerns about vouchers.

By Monty Exter | Posted on: 12/8/2020 12:00:00 AM

A roundup of ATPE's latest advocacy efforts regarding COVID-19

As the Texas education community deals with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, ATPE continues to advocate for its members and students.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 12/8/2020 12:00:00 AM