The next legislative session where many education issues will be decided is approaching quickly. We get to choose our representatives who will cast the votes deciding many crucial educational issues that impact our local school districts (health care, school funding, tax structure, and accountability systems). The election to make those choices will be November 6; educators must vote. Our participation in this election so important to the future of Texas. read more

Commissioner of Education Mike Morath described the A-F system as the “fairest” Texas has ever used. Morath said while other letter grade accountability systems are often criticized for having a strong correlation between failing grades and poverty, he believes Texas’ system does not. view article