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


Highlights of the Feb. 2020 SBEC meeting
Highlights of the Feb. 2020 SBEC meeting

SBEC discussed rule changes to implement recently passed legislation, enact numerous technical updates, and approve new supplemental certifications in special education and bilingual education.

By Andrea Chevalier | Posted on: 2/21/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Healthcare and office space discussions dominate February 2020 TRS meeting
Healthcare and office space discussions dominate February 2020 TRS meeting

The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees held its first meeting of 2020 in Austin this week.

By Monty Exter | Posted on: 2/21/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Texas election roundup: Week 1 of early voting
Texas election roundup: Week 1 of early voting

Preliminary information is trickling in that gives us an idea of who is showing up to the polls in these first few days.

By Mark Wiggins | Posted on: 2/20/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Another poll shows strong support for public education
Another poll shows strong support for public education

The Raise Your Hand Texas Foundation has released a new statewide poll about Texans' attitudes toward public education.

By Jennifer Mitchell, CAE | Posted on: 2/20/2020 12:00:00 AM

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The Voting Scoop: What you need to know
The Voting Scoop: What you need to know

With early voting underway now across Texas, it's a good time to review what you need to know about the voting process itself before heading out to the polls.

By Mark Wiggins | Posted on: 2/19/2020 12:00:00 AM

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From The Texas Tribune: Most Texans want lower property taxes and more school spending, UT/TT Poll finds
From The Texas Tribune: Most Texans want lower property taxes and more school spending, UT/TT Poll finds

Texas voters still think that property taxes are too high and that the state spends too little on public education, according to the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 2/18/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Primary Colors: Why March 3 Matters (Part II)
Primary Colors: Why March 3 Matters (Part II)

In 2020, being a primary election voter is critical. ATPE explains why in Part II of our "Primary Colors" blog feature.

By Mark Wiggins | Posted on: 2/17/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Primary Colors: Why March 3 Matters (Part I)
Primary Colors: Why March 3 Matters (Part I)

In Texas, primary election results – not the November general election – often determine who will represent you in Austin.

By Jennifer Mitchell, CAE | Posted on: 2/16/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Teach the Vote's Week in Review: Feb. 14, 2020
Teach the Vote's Week in Review: Feb. 14, 2020

Here's this week's Texas education news.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 2/14/2020 12:00:00 AM

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Texas election roundup: Pro-public education endorsements
Texas election roundup: Pro-public education endorsements

Early voting in the 2020 Texas primary elections begins next Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, which is also Educator Voting Day.

By Mark Wiggins | Posted on: 2/13/2020 12:00:00 AM

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