Census Data Shows Per Pupil Spending in Texas Ranks Close to Bottom from 2017-2022

The U.S. Census Bureau has released the 2022 Public Elementary-Secondary Education Finance Data which compares different data points which can be used to compare education spending in each state and the District of Columbia. The data below compares the historical spending for Fiscal Years 2017 to 2022. Texas ranks below the majority of states in the U.S. This is a trend that continues.

TEA Releases Results for 2024 STAAR 3-8 Assessments

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) today released the spring 2024 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) results for students in Grades 3-8. The results include assessments in mathematics and reading-language arts (RLA) in grades 3-8, 5th and 8th grade science and 8th grade social studies.

Census Bureau Releases 2022 Public School Finance Data and State Rankings

The U.S. Census Bureau has released the 2022 Public Elementary-Secondary Education Finance Data which compares different data points which can be used to compare education spending in each state and the District of Columbia.

TEA Releases 2024 STAAR End-of-Course Assessment Results

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) today released the spring 2024 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) End-of-Course (EOC) assessment results. These results, a key measure of student performance and academic readiness, include Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology and U.S. History assessments.

House Committee on Public Education

The Texas House Committee on Public Education is a legislative body within the Texas House of Representatives responsible for overseeing and shaping education policy in the state. This committee addresses issues related to K-12 education, including funding, curriculum standards, teacher qualifications, school accountability, and education reform initiatives. It plays a crucial role in reviewing proposed legislation, conducting hearings, and making recommendations to ensure the effective governance of Texas public schools. The committee works to promote educational equity and improve student outcomes across the state.

Committee Members

We are awaiting the announcement of the committee members for the 89th Texas legislative session.

Bill: HB 1456

Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate complaints by parents of children enrolled in public school.

Bill: SB 401

Relating to the participation by non-enrolled students in University Interscholastic League-sponsored activities.

Bill: HJR 92

Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent's right to direct the education of the parent's child.

Bill: HB 1282

Relating to the enforcement of the prohibition on passing a school bus using images and video from a school bus infraction detection system.

Bill: HB 284

Relating to the establishment of an ombudsman for parents of children enrolled in public school.
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