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Explore the Teach the Vote archives for coverage of Texas public education policy dating back to 2019.


From The Texas Tribune: Texas schools are hiring more teachers without traditional training. They hope the state will pay to prepare them.
From The Texas Tribune: Texas schools are hiring more teachers without traditional training. They hope the state will pay to prepare them.

Schools are hiring instructors with different types of backgrounds to deal with critical staff shortages.

By Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune | Data reporting by Elijah Nicholson-Messmer, The Texas Tribune | Posted on: 9/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Happy Labor Day from ATPE’s Teach the Vote!
Happy Labor Day from ATPE’s Teach the Vote!

We wish you a safe and relaxing three-day weekend filled with Friday night lights, time with family and friends, and good sleep.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 8/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Aug. 23, 2024
Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Aug. 23, 2024

A recent op-ed presents a case study of the budget deficits facing Texas ISDs; plus, ATPE partners with TribFest to offer CPE credit.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 8/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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The Starvation of Schools
The Starvation of Schools

ATPE looks at the Alpine ISD superintendent’s op-ed/case study of the budget deficits playing out across Texas.

By Heather Sheffield | Posted on: 8/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Aug. 16, 2024
Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Aug. 16, 2024

House Public Education Committee hears testimony from ATPE on HB 1605, vouchers, and impact of the increased number of uncertified teachers.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 8/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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House Public Ed examines increase in number of uncertified teachers
House Public Ed examines increase in number of uncertified teachers

The second day of interim hearings also included a look at improving early literacy and numeracy in prekindergarten through grade 3.

By Tricia Cave | Posted on: 8/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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House Public Education holds first interim charge hearing 
House Public Education holds first interim charge hearing 

ATPE testified on the impact of HB 1605 in rulemaking and the detrimental effect a voucher program would have. 

By Tricia Cave | Posted on: 8/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Judge Stops Release of A-F Ratings (Again)
Judge Stops Release of A-F Ratings (Again)

The temporary restraining order comes as districts file a second lawsuit against the state to challenge changes in the metrics by which they are evaluated.

By Heather Sheffield | Posted on: 8/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Kinder Institute study shows 73% of Texas schools are underfunded 
Kinder Institute study shows 73% of Texas schools are underfunded 

Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research released its report on funding and performance Aug. 5, 2024. 

By Tricia Cave | Posted on: 8/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Previewing next week’s Texas House Public Education Committee hearings
Previewing next week’s Texas House Public Education Committee hearings

The committee will meet Aug. 12- 13, 2024, to discuss interim charges. 

By Tricia Cave | Posted on: 8/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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