April 25, 2025

Universal Accountability: The Missing Piece in the School Choice Debate

Universal Accountability: The Missing Piece in the School Choice Debate

Texas’ school choice debate lacks universal accountability. “No strings attached” ESAs risk public fund misuse. All schools receiving taxpayer money, public or private, must be transparent. Accountability ensures quality education, protects students, and empowers families. Public trust demands private schools accepting funds comply with oversight. Texas must prioritize accountability for every child’s well-being.

School Choice in Texas: Not Always a Good Choice

School Choice in Texas: Not Always a Good Choice

Texas Senate Bill 2, promoting school choice, raises concerns. Diverting public funds from underfunded schools may weaken them. Private schools lack public accountability, risking misuse of funds and exclusionary practices. Limited transportation and transparency further complicate parental choice, potentially increasing segregation and inequality.

Texas Education: A Contact Sport

Texas Education: A Contact Sport

Texas education advocacy is a contact sport. Special interests drain public school resources, while parents and teachers fight for children’s futures. “Thoughts and prayers” aren’t enough; action is crucial. Fight school choice’s resource drain with active participation: attend meetings, research, demand transparency, contact representatives, join advocacy groups, and stand courageously.