TEA appoints new enforcer to lead investigations into 'flawed' teachers

The purpose of the new role is to act as an enforcer of policies to foster safe learning environments, following widespread investigations into Texas educators the agency calls “flawed.”

Texas reports 20,000 students applied for 'education freedom accounts' in first day

On the first day of open applications for the Texas private school voucher program, the state says 20,000 students threw their names in for consideration.

ICE responds after detainment of Houston ISD high school student

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released a statement after students at a Houston-area high school held a rally for a classmate who was taken into custody.

Houston-area districts confirm A.I. monitoring tools on student devices as privacy questions grow

Houston-area school districts confirmed to FOX26 they use software to monitor activity on school-issued devices. Here’s what districts say the tools are used for, what GoGuardian says about AI alerts and human review, and what questions parents can ask.

Navigating Texas Education Freedom Account Portal: Useful info for parents

Texas is set to launch its first-ever school voucher program Wednesday, opening a billion-dollar portal that allows families to use public funds for private education.

Texas Education Freedom Account applications open Wednesday: How to apply

Texas parents can begin applying for the new "education freedom accounts," for publicly funded private schooling starting on Wednesday. 

Volleyball player Chloe Tran is Making the Grade
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Carnegie Vanguard High School student and volleyball player Chloe Tran is a star in class and at volleyball. Here's how she is Making the Grade!

Despite public pushback, Texas social studies overhaul moves to next phase

The framework for the next generation of Texas' public school social studies curriculum has been approved to move forward as the state works to establish a new baseline for that area of education. 

Fort Bend ISD parents, students warn of consolidation impacts during board meeting

Fort Bend ISD parents and students spoke out over long-range boundary planning and potential school consolidations, citing concerns about special education services, rezoning disruptions and community impact. A final vote is expected in March, according to the district website.

Aldine ISD considers possible closure of Teague Middle School

Aldine ISD is considering the possible closure of Teague Middle School as part of its ongoing district-wide optimization plan; no final decision has been made.

Texas education board delays vote on reading list including Bible passages

The list, as it was presented by the Texas Education Agency this month, would mandate all public schools teach passages of the Bible in classrooms.

Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year

Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.

Teen arrested after stolen vehicle pursuit ends in Aldine ISD school bus crash

A teen suspect was taken into custody after a brief pursuit in a stolen vehicle ended in a crash with an Aldine ISD school bus, leaving four middle school students with minor injuries.

Gov. Greg Abbott orders immediate H-1B visa freeze for Texas state agencies, universities

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered an immediate freeze on new H-1B visa petitions by state agencies and public institutions of higher education, citing concerns about abuse of the federal visa program and the need to prioritize jobs for Texas workers.

Spring HS student, basketball player is Making the Grade
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Spring High School student Jaylan Tran is not only a star on the basketball court but also in the classroom. Here's how he is Making the Grade!