State Board of Education Members Rally To Oppose Marxist and Islamic Influence 

The board is taking up the final reading of the new high school history standards this week. The Monday press conference comes as members of the state board prepare to amend and give final approval of the new high school Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills social studies standards, which were postponed following the passage of the elementary and middle school TEKS during the June board meeting. The high school TEKS are divided into five separate subchapters—U.S. History, Government, Geography, World History, and Personal Financial Literacy. Pickren told attendees that the Declaration of Independence recognizes that our rights come “from our Creator” and that to erase this from history is not neutrality, but historical revisionism. “Our schools must never become laboratories for political indoctrination, teach students what Marxism and communism actually produced: the destruction of private property, the destruction of economic freedom, and the destruction of individual liberty, and the death of millions of people under totalitarian regimes,” said Pickren.
State education board finalizes anti-Islamic rewrite of Texas social studies lessons

State Board of Education members on Friday approved a rewrite of what Texas high schoolers learn in social studies, disregarding pleas from Muslims who testified that schools should teach how people of Islamic faith positively contributed to world history. The Republican majority instead adopted a lesson, for example, requiring public school students to learn that “radical Islam” motivated the 9/11 attacks, as opposed to more narrowly focusing on terrorist groups such as al-Qaeda and extremists such as Osama bin Laden. A Muslim-American EMT was notably among those killed while attempting to save lives during the tragedy.
Huffines: School Audits Could Lead to Prosecutions for ‘Nefarious Spending’

The comptroller says his office is expanding its focus on government fraud as auditors prepare to investigate four Texas school districts. Texas Comptroller Don Huffines says school officials could face prosecution if upcoming state audits uncover fraudulent spending. Huffines made the comments during an interview on Texas Scorecard’s Real Texans, as his office prepares to investigate the spending practices of four yet-to-be-named school districts. “If we find nefarious spending, I will do everything I can to prosecute,” said Huffines. Huffines noted that the comptroller’s office has its own police force and said he has hired a new chief for the agency’s Criminal Investigation Division. He is also looking to expand the division specifically to assist with government fraud investigations. “Historically, the state of Texas has not really focused on that very much, and most governments haven’t,” said Huffines, arguing that Texas has a “massive fraud problem.”
Weather Update - La Porte ISD

After consulting with meteorologists early this morning and out of an abundance of caution, La Porte ISD will be closed today due to the potential for local flooding and hazardous road conditions later in the day. We will continue to monitor conditions and consult regularly with area meteorologists and will provide updates as needed. Please avoid unnecessary travel, use caution if you must be on the roads, and never drive through flooded roadways. Most importantly, please stay safe and take care of yourselves and your families.
Here’s what Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa say about education priorities in Texas governor’s race

From school takeovers to college affordability, the Democrat and Republican are rolling out their education priorities ahead of November’s election.
San Antonio ISD Proposes $600 Million Bond Package, Tax Rate Increase 

Trustees for San Antonio Independent School District are placing both a voter-approval tax rate election and a $600 million bond package before voters in November. There will be four propositions for voters to decide on during the November election. A 3.17-cent maintenance and operations (M&O) tax rate increase would fund day-to-day operations and is estimated to generate an additional $5.5 million in revenue. The district reports that these funds will be used to help support college and career readiness, teacher pipeline initiatives, and compensation initiatives.

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Preventive Law: Points to Consider When Purchasing Real Property

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A school district’s purchase of real property is a significant investment of time and money. Once a school district has decided to pursue a real estate purchase, district personnel should engage in project feasibility analyses to assist the board of trustees in deciding which tract to pursue, at what price, and when. To ensure that the district retains the right to use eminent domain in case the negotiations for the purchase fail, the district should carefully follow the process laid out in Chapter 21 of the Texas Property Code. Finally, the approach to negotiating which provisions will be included in, and which will be excluded from, the contract, should always consider any legal requirements and protecting the school district’s interests.

High costs, dwindling enrollment: Is Houston ISD’s playbook under takeover sustainable?

September 2108:41 AM

Increase in costs: Houston ISD is spending millions to pay for academic reforms, including more staff, higher salaries and new equipment. At half of the district’s schools, HISD spent an extra $700,000 per campus and about $2,200 more per student. view article

Fort Worth officials pass $4.35B budget, approve property tax rate increase

September 2108:40 AM

The operating budget for FY 2026-27 is $3.33 billion, an increase of 10.81%, according to a news release. Several programs slated for reduction or cuts were restored following guidance from City Council in past meetings. Those include the Alliance PetSmart Charities Adoption Center at 2901 Texas Sage Trail, restored employee positions to avoid service-level issues and employee pay-for-performance increases in the 4%-4.5% range, which will be paid in April 2027. The total cost to restore those services and positions was $4.09 million, according to the news release. The cuts were made as the city faced a $94 million shortfall in revenues compared to expenditures in part due to lower-than-expected tax rolls, according to previous reporting. view article

Texas Secures Legal Victory Against Houston-Area ‘Birth Tourism’ Operation

September 2108:35 AM

Attorney General Ken Paxton says he has successfully shut down a Houston “birth tourism” center following his lawsuit against the operation. De’Ai Postpartum Care Center was accused of operating an illegal scheme that imported foreign nationals to give birth for U.S. citizenship. The center catered to Chinese nationals, communicating with clients through Chinese social media and websites. It claimed responsibility for 1,000+ American-born babies. view article

Chapel Hill ISD student arrested with gun, ammo, district says

September 2108:31 AM

A Smith County student was taken into custody on Thursday after a search of their backpack. According to district spokesperson Elissa Thompson, CHISD administration received a tip that the student had a vape on campus. This prompted a police search of their backpack. They found in the backpack a handgun and a separate ammunition magazine. view article

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls on ERCOT to reverse 30% pay raise for board members

September 2108:30 AM

On the same day the Electric Reliability Council of Texas’ board of directors moved to nearly double its CEO’s salary, board members also signed off on a 30% pay bump for themselves, according to newly disclosed information about the raises. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is now calling on the ERCOT board to undo the raises. “My suggestion to them is to reverse their own increase,” Patrick, who helps in appointing ERCOT board members, wrote in a statement Thursday. “If they do not want to serve, I am sure there are plenty of public-service minded Texans who are willing to take their place.” view article

Judson ISD rewinds policy that made it easier for middle schoolers to move to the next grade

September 2108:30 AM

Wanting to hold students more “accountable,” the school board at Judson Independent School District backtracked on a previous rule that let middle schoolers fail math or reading and still move on to the next grade level. The new policy, passed in a 5-1 vote on Thursday, requires that students score an overall average of 70 in all their classes and a grade of 70 or above in English, math and science or social studies. “I definitely think it’s the way we need to go,” said Kristin Saunders, chief instructional officer at Judson, during the meeting. “Is it going to be uncomfortable? 100%. It’s always uncomfortable. … the reality is we have to draw a line in the sand.” view article

16 North East ISD schools listed for possible closure

September 2108:28 AM

The North East Independent School District has identified 16 schools that meet the district’s criteria for possible closure. All 16 are elementary schools, ranging from Redland Oaks south of Loop 1604 to Oak Meadow north of Hardberger Park. view article

High costs, dwindling enrollment: Is Houston ISD’s playbook under takeover sustainable?

September 2108:28 AM

The high price tag, coupled with less state funding from students leaving the district, raises questions about whether the academic improvements are sustainable in the long run and whether other districts can afford to replicate it. view article

High costs, dwindling enrollment: Is Houston ISD’s playbook under takeover sustainable?

September 2108:26 AM

Fonville Middle School hired learning coaches to help students falling behind in the classroom. It bought new state-of-the-art technology, such as webcams and smart boards. The school days are longer. view article

Tyler ISD student-athlete taken to hospital after medical emergency

September 2108:25 AM

A Tyler Independent School District student has been taken to the hospital Wednesday afternoon. According to Tyler ISD spokesperson Jennifer Hines, during football activities on Wednesday, a Tyler Legacy Hight School student-athlete experienced a medical emergency. EMS personnel immediately responded and took the student by ambulance for further medical evaluation and care. view article

Boyd ISD board to meet after hazing incident led to arrests

September 2108:25 AM

The Boyd ISD school board will meet today after a hazing incident led to arrests. view article

Livingston ISD employee placed on leave over social media post

September 2108:22 AM

A Livingston ISD employee was placed on leave because of a social media post, according to the district. LISD released a statement Friday night saying they were aware of concerns regarding a social media post about “an incident occurring on Timber Creek Elementary campus.” view article

Hallsville ISD cancels Monday classes amid city water line leak

September 2108:21 AM

Classes at Hallsville ISD are canceled Monday due to a city water line leak affecting supply; the district is monitoring repairs for updates on Tuesday. view article

Killeen ISD Announces Executive Directors of School Leadership for 2026–2027 School Year

September 2108:15 AM

Killeen ISD has announced five appointments to Executive Director of School Leadership positions for the 2026–2027 school year. These executive directors will provide direct support to campus principals and school leadership teams as part of the district’s continued focus on strengthening teaching and learning and improving academic outcomes. view article

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Aldine ISD pulls Nimitz High School band T-shirts depicting a Black person tied to a stake

September 2108:10 AM

The Nimitz High School band will stop wearing this year’s marching season T-shirts after activists, parents and students complained about offensive imagery, Aldine ISD officials said Friday. view article

Second Del Valle ISD police officer indicted for same reason

September 2108:10 AM

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A former Del Valle Independent School District Police Department officer has been indicted on six felony counts alleging he falsified records and information during the hiring process, according to court documents.Del Valle ISD police officer indicted A Travis County grand jury indicted Ernest Ferniz on six counts of tampering with a governmental record with intent to defraud or harm, a state jail felony. The indictment was filed in the 460th Judicial District Court of Travis County. view article

Schools struggle to find money, hire more officers after lawmakers gut safety bill

September 2108:08 AM

JARRELL, Texas (KXAN) – After a mass shooting killed 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, a school district four hours away in Jarrell started the process of getting shatterproof film on the windows of its high school. The invoice, according to the superintendent, was $50,000. view article

Beaumont ISD names interim principal at Marshall Middle School as Dr. Stewart moves to new role

September 2108:05 AM

Marshall Middle School Principal Dr. Murrell Stewart is transitioning to another leadership role within Beaumont ISD, effective Friday, according to a notice sent to Marshall families. Billye Ardoin will serve as interim principal until a new principal is named, according to the notice. view article

Marshall ISD announces death of Price T. Young Elementary student

September 2107:45 AM

Marshall ISD announced in a Facebook post that a student at Price T. Young Elementary has died following a recent automobile accident. The post was made by the district on Saturday, September 19. view article

Texas officials are cracking down on “illegal birth tourism.” Here’s what that means.

September 2106:06 AM

Texas officials have sued a Houston area postpartum center as well as investigated Rio Grande Valley hospitals over allegations of soliciting foreigners to have babies on U.S. soil. view article

Texas Secures Legal Victory Against ‘Birth Tourism’ Operation

September 2105:00 AM

Texas Secures Legal Victory Against ‘Birth Tourism’ Operation De’Ai Postpartum Care Center was accused of importing foreign nationals to give birth in the U.S. solely for the purpose of attaining citizenship for the children, without any intent of living here. The center catered to Chinese nationals, communicating with clients through Chinese social media and websites. view article

Texas Approved for $7.5 Billion Border Security Reimbursement

September 2104:58 AM

Abbott Moves Forward With Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree Initiative. A newly selected working group will develop recommendations for accelerated bachelor’s degrees intended to reduce college costs and address Texas workforce needs view article

Venus ISD Teacher of the Year Charged With Sexual Misconduct

September 1808:30 AM

A former Teacher of the Year whose certification was previously suspended is facing a felony charge and a million-dollar bond for alleged sexual misconduct involving a student. Jamie R. Corder, 45, was arrested and charged with improper relationship between educator and student, a second-degree felony punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison. Corder taught physics at Venus High School in the Venus Independent School District. According to a statement from Venus ISD Superintendent Howard Gatewood, Corder was placed on administrative leave when the allegations arose and is “no longer employed by the district.” Gatewood said the district referred the matter to the Johnson County District Attorney’s office and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and notified the State Board for Educator Certification and parents of the affected students. view article

Texas AG Ken Paxton investigates data center planned on property deeded for parkland

September 1808:25 AM

Hope was dwindling for a group of Taylor residents after City Hall and the courts rejected their attempts to halt an artificial intelligence data center planned on land donated to the city for a public park. “I will not allow any person or entity to disregard the rule of law or obligations owed to the public,” Paxton said in a statemen. “If the Taylor data center development is unlawful, I will do everything in my power to stop it and hold those who have violated the law accountable.” Pamela Griffin and other Taylor residents first raised concerns about the project last year after Griffin learned the property next to her home was slated to become the site of Blueprint’s proposed $1 billion, 135,000-square-foot project. Taylor approved the project in 2024. “I’m coming up here begging for a whole year, asking y’all to stop this data center because it’s going to harm human lives,” Griffin told Taylor City Council in July. “Do you all care about human lives?” view article

Former Rockport Teacher and Brother Face New Sex Abuse Charges

September 1808:22 AM

Josh and Brandon Nguyen were charged with multiple new felonies for allegedly sexually abusing high school girls. Two Rockport brothers, Josh and Brandon Nguyen, were arrested again this week and are facing multiple new felony charges related to their alleged sexual abuse of high school girls. Josh Nguyen was a marine science teacher at Rockport-Fulton High School and director of Texas Coastal Academy, an after-school maritime vocational program for local students that Nguyen founded with Andrew Kane and Jeff Hutt. Through the maritime programs, Josh had contact with Rockport students off campus, after school hours, and during the summer. Josh was first arrested in December 2025 on charges including sexual assault of a child. His alleged victim was a student and participant in the TCA program. He was released on a $100,000 bond. view article

UT-Austin Eliminating Additional Grievance Studies Programs

September 1808:15 AM

University to cut Mexican American, African, women's and gender studies majors. The University of Texas at Austin will liquidate several grievance studies programs that observers had previously thought it would keep. KUT reports that the university will eliminate majors in African and African diaspora studies, Mexican American and Latina/o studies, women’s and gender studies, and race, indigeneity and migration. The left-wing outlet received a leaked email outlining the changes. view article

Austin ISD to update attendance boundaries at 2 schools with more changes to come

September 1808:07 AM

East Austin students could soon be officially zoned to Marshall Middle School for the first time since the campus opened in 2023 as part of an Austin Independent School District plan to redraw attendance boundaries at two schools. view article

Talarico’s Church Minister Says He’ll ‘Change His Tune Back’ After Election

September 1805:02 AM

A longtime minister at Democrat U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico’s Austin church was caught on undercover video claiming he is moderating his positions on transgender issues to win the election and will “change his tune back” afterward. The footage, first reported by The Daily Wire, features Rev. Babs Miller, a minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, where Talarico has long attended and preached. The outlet reports that Miller has been part of the church community since the 1990s and was ordained there in 2014. During the conversation, an undercover journalist brought up Talarico’s previous statement that “God is non-binary” and noted that Talarico had recently walked back the remark. view article

Mike Morath wanted Texas to reach No. 1 in education. Test scores show there’s more work to do.

September 1708:25 AM

Appointed a decade ago, the education commissioner insists that when he has direct oversight, academic gains follow. His critics await better student outcomes. view article

Texas Lawmakers Explore Path to Replacing School Property Taxes

September 1708:00 AM

School districts currently collect about $29 billion annually in M&O taxes, according to the Texas Education Agency. view article

US House advances first bill addressing economic impact of data center boom

September 1705:00 AM

Sept 16 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill aimed at protecting households from electricity cost increases tied to the expansion of data centers, the first time the chamber has advanced legislation directly addressing economic concerns linked to the industry's growth.The Republican-majority House voted 417 to three in favor of the Ratepayer Protection Act, which would require state utility regulators to consider whether large electricity users, including data centers, should bear the incremental costs of power infrastructure built to serve them. view article

Texas school districts still face challenges meeting armed officer requirement

September 1608:35 AM

In the three years since the state Legislature required public school districts to staff armed personnel on each campus, Waco Independent School District has asked for waivers from full implementation. This year was no exception, with trustees voting last month to claim a "good cause exemption" under 2023's House Bill 3 due to an inability to fill district police department positions because of the unavailability of certified peace officers, the cost of hiring and the gap between local security needs and state security funding. Several years after state legislators passed House Bill 3, which aimed to make schools safer, KXAN investigators checked in with roughly two dozen school districts in our viewing area to ask about compliance. Overwhelmingly, districts that responded to KXAN said they still faced funding challenges. view article

Texas Railroad Commission 2026: What it does and who’s running in the race

September 1608:30 AM

The commission doesn't have anything to do with railroads. It regulates Texas’ oil and gas industry. Here’s where 2026 candidates Bo French, Jon Rosenthal and Arthur DiBianca stand. About the elected seat: The Railroad Commission, one of Texas’ oldest regulatory agencies, has not regulated railroads since 2005. Instead, it oversees a constellation of energy infrastructure across the state. Its elected commissioners and staff are tasked with regulating oil and gas production, natural gas facilities, hydrogen, pipelines, coal and uranium surface mining. With several field offices across Texas, the commission inspects facilities, enforces penalties and reports to the Texas Legislature. More recently, the agency has also taken on regulating hydrogen storage and carbon dioxide injection and storage, as companies look to create alternate sources of energy and take advantage of federal financial incentives to recapture carbon dioxide that contributes to climate change. view article

Railroad Commission Approves ExxonMobil’s Carbon Capture Permit

September 1608:30 AM

Railroad Commission Approves ExxonMobil’s Carbon Capture Permit "If carbon capture is a good investment, Exxon has the financial resources to make that investment. The question is, why should taxpayers subsidize it, especially when Exxon itself acknowledges in its SEC disclosures that government policy is important to the economics of its low-carbon business?" — Jason Isaac view article

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