Private school vouchers are now law in Texas. Here’s how they will work.

Gov. Greg Abbott on Saturday signed legislation authorizing a private school voucher program into law, marking the grand finale of an oftentimes ugly conflict that has largely defined Texas politics this decade.Senate Bill 2 will allow families to use public taxpayer dollars to fund their children’s education at an accredited private school or to pay for a wide range of school-related expenses, like textbooks, transportation or therapy. The program will be one of the largest school voucher initiatives in the nation. “When I ran for reelection in 2022, I promised school choice for the families of Texas. Today, we deliver on that promise,” said Abbott during the bill's signing before hundreds of applauding supporters gathered outside the Governor's Mansion.
How Greg Abbott took a flailing school voucher movement and turned it into a winning issue

Abbott tapped into a powerful national conservative movement and his own campaign war chest to turn turned legislative races into multimillion-dollar affairs.
House, Senate Close In on Property Tax Relief Agreement

The compromise includes $3 billion in required compression, $3 billion for a homestead exemption increase, and approximately $250 million for business property tax relief. The compromise includes $3 billion in required compression, $3 billion for a homestead exemption increase, and approximately $250 million for business property tax relief.
SpaceX workers in South Texas vote yes to create City of Starbase

BROWNSVILLE — Elon Musk’s wish to create his own city just came true. On Saturday, voters living around SpaceX’s rocket testing and launch facility in South Texas approved a measure to incorporate the area as a new city. Soon after polls closed at 7 p.m., Cameron County election officials confirmed that overwhelming support among early voters clinched the election in favor of creating the City of Starbase. Unofficial results later in the night showed the election was a landslide: 212 voted in favor; 6 opposed.
In historic first, Texas House approves private school voucher program

The Texas House gave final approval Thursday to a bill that would create a $1 billion private school voucher program, crossing a historic milestone and bringing Gov. Greg Abbott’s top legislative priority closer than ever to reaching his desk.The lower chamber signed off on its voucher proposal, Senate Bill 2, on an 86-61 vote. Every present Democrat voted against the bill. They were joined by two Republicans — far short of the bipartisan coalitions that in previous legislative sessions consistently blocked proposals to let Texans use taxpayer money to pay for their children’s private schooling. “This is an extraordinary victory for the thousands of parents who have advocated for more choices when it comes to the education of their children,” Abbott said in a statement, vowing that he would “swiftly sign this bill into law” when it reached his desk.
The Texas House is set to vote on school vouchers and public school funding. Here’s what you need to know.

The vote will be the proposal’s biggest test yet and will show whether Gov. Greg Abbott has built enough support since a similar bill died in the lower chamber in 2023. The Texas House is expected to vote Wednesday on bills to create a $1 billion private school voucher program and give public schools more funding per student, setting up what could be a dramatic floor showdown over the two marquee education proposals of the session. The House vote is the voucher bill’s biggest hurdle, and it will mark the first official test of whether Gov. Greg Abbott and his allies have built enough support in the lower chamber since a coalition of House Democrats and rural Republicans sank the previous voucher proposal in 2023.

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BREAKING NEWS: Victoria ISD employee arrested at Cade Middle School

March 1208:23 AM

A Victoria ISD employee was arrested Tuesday afternoon at Cade Middle School on outstanding felony warrants, according to the Victoria County sheriff's office. School resource officers took Carlos Caceres, 53, into custody around 2 p.m. The warrants include one count of sexual assault of a child and two counts of indecency with a child. view article

GoFundMe set up for family of Serenity Baker, girl fatally stabbed at Killeen ISD school

March 1208:23 AM

“Serenity was a bright, loving, and compassionate young soul with a promising future ahead of her. She brought joy to everyone around her, and her kindness touched so many lives.” A GoFundMe account has been set up to help the family of Serenity Baker, who is the girl fatally stabbed during an altercation at a Killeen ISD middle school on Monday, according to a relative who spoke with KWTX. “The pain of her passing is unbearable, and our family is now faced with the overwhelming emotional and financial burden of laying her to rest,” the GoFundMe states. view article

Klein ISD helps craft bill aiming to require law enforcement to notify schools of employee investigations

March 1208:22 AM

A Houston-area school district has partnered with a Texas lawmaker to try to bolster school safety through enhancing communication between law enforcement and school districts. Klein ISD leaders told KHOU 11 they worked with Texas state Rep. Sam Harless to introduce HB 4125 — known as the PROTECT Act (Providing Required Oversight to Educators’ Conduct Transparency). view article

Jarrell ISD teachers awarded checks through Teacher Incentive Allotment

March 1108:31 AM

Fifteen teachers at Jarrell Independent School District received the surprise of a lifetime Monday morning when they were awarded checks totaling $170,000 as part of a state program designed to retain top educators. The awards, distributed through the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program established by the Texas Education Agency, included individual checks as high as $23,000. These financial rewards will continue annually for five years, on top of the teachers' base salaries. view article

Fort Worth ISD to permanently hire Karen Molinar as superintendent

March 1108:29 AM

The Fort Worth Independent School District’s board of trustees will formally vote on Tuesday to hire Karen Molinar as the new superintendent. view article

Fort Bend ISD expands pre–K 4 program to 6 new campuses

March 1108:28 AM

Fort Bend ISD has expanded the number of campuses offering pre-K 4, a prekindergarten program for 4-year-old children, for the 2025-26 school year. This expansion comes amid demographers projecting FBISD’s enrollment will stabilize as the district reaches residential build-out and more families opt for alternative educational institutions such as charter schools. Population and Survey Analysts demographers predict kindergarten classes will become smaller as the population ages and fewer young families join the district. view article

Student at Roy J. Smith Middle School stabbed and killed by fellow classmate: Killeen ISD

March 1108:28 AM

Roy. J Smith Middle School was placed on lockdown Monday afternoon after a 14-year-old student was stabbed and killed earlier in the day, the school district confirmed. “Killeen ISD is deeply saddened to share the tragic news that happened at Roy J. Smith Middle School,” said Karen Rudolph with Killeen ISD. “Our hearts go out to the family, friends and school community as we grieve a heartbreaking loss today.” view article

Waco ISD Police Department earns State Accreditation

March 1108:25 AM

The Waco ISD Police Department is now officially accredited by the Texas Police Chiefs Association Law Enforcement Accreditation Program, the district has announced. Waco ISD said its police department has been awarded the title of “Accredited Law Enforcement Agency”, becoming one of only 213 agencies to earn the designation out of more than 2,800 agencies in Texas. view article

Dallas ISD educators advocate against school choice at the Capitol

March 1108:25 AM

On Tuesday, the Texas House Public Education Committee will hear from supporters and opponents of taxpayer-funded education savings accounts. view article

Belton ISD teacher arrested for sexual assault of a child

March 1108:24 AM

A Belton ISD teacher has been arrested for sexual assault of a child, according to the Belton Police Department. Belton PD stated Logan Michael Demeny, a teacher at South Belton Middle School, was arrested around 3:50 p.m. on Monday, March 10. view article

Brownsville ISD to consider appointments after board president’s death

March 1108:22 AM

The Brownsville Independent School District is seeking applications and will hold a specially called Board of Trustees meeting Friday to consider appointing a trustee to fill the vacancy caused by the death last month of board president Erasmo Castro Jr. view article

Dallas ISD teacher offers parents tutoring sessions

March 1108:21 AM

A Dallas Independent School District teacher is offering parents tutoring sessions to help their children improve their test scores view article

San Angelo ISD to Reconsider Bible-Influenced Curriculum at Special Meeting

March 1108:21 AM

The San Angelo ISD Board of Trustees will revisit its decision on adopting the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum at a special meeting Monday at 5:45 p.m. The meeting will happen at the San Angelo ISD Administration Building, located at 1621 University Ave. The proposed instructional material, previously tabled in February, has drawn debate over its content, instructional quality, and concerns about potential religious influence. view article

Midland ISD receives $1M grant to enhance fine arts with new instruments

March 1108:17 AM

The FMH Foundation rewarded Midland ISD with a $1 million grant to support Dreams to Reality: Reshaping the Future of Fine Arts, allowing MISD to provide new and upgraded band and orchestra instruments for secondary schools across the district. view article

Dallas ISD offering free meals for children during spring break

March 1108:16 AM

Some North Texas schools are closed for spring break this week, but Dallas ISD is still offering meal services for students. During the school district's spring break, March 10-14, children can get two days' worth of breakfast and lunch meals to take home for free. Dallas ISD said all children ages 1-18 and children with disabilities up to age 21 are eligible for the meals. view article

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Garland ISD to offer free measles vaccines for qualifying students

March 1108:15 AM

As statewide cases rise, the Garland ISD announced Monday they would offer free measles vaccines for select unvaccinated students or students missing a second dose. Measles vaccines will be available at the clinic in the Manuel and Maria Valle Student Services Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday. view article

Staley Middle School’s future remains uncertain as Frisco ISD considers options

March 1108:15 AM

Staley Middle School is one of the oldest schools in Frisco and a cornerstone of its community. However, many parents tell WFAA they feel the school has been 'historically underfunded' and 'overlooked' by the district. Monday night, Frisco ISD will present plans for the school’s future, but for parents like Jeanette Alexander and Christy Williams, the situation is filled with uncertainty. view article

‘We have to get together as groups’ | Construction underway on Bastrop ISD’s new police, operations building

March 1108:11 AM

Bastrop ISD is taking steps to strengthen its police force and improve safety at schools. Construction crews are getting started on an approximately 55,000-square-foot police and operations building. view article

Killeen ISD’s Union Grove Middle School to use metal detectors at entrance for rest of week

March 1108:00 AM

A Killeen ISD middle school will be implementing the use of metal detectors for the remainder of the week following a deadly stabbing at Roy J. Smith Middle School on Monday, March 10. Union Grove Middle School announced on social media that it will be implementing the use of metal detectors for all students entering the school through the rest of the week. All students will reportedly be required to use the front entrance, which the school says may cause delays in normal entry procedures. view article

Former Keller ISD superintendent to earn $425K after resigning amid split proposal

March 1010:09 AM

Keller ISD will pay former Superintendent Tracy Johnson $425,384 through the end of 2025, according to her resignation agreement with the school board. The agreement, obtained by the Fort Worth Report through an open records request, outlines that Johnson will receive two lump-sum payments and retain her salary and benefits through Dec. 31, 2025. Johnson’s last day as superintendent was Jan. 31. Her salary was $275,000. view article

Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD votes to close 4 schools

March 1008:27 AM

The Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD Board of Trustees voted to close down four schools in an attempt to improve the district’s financial situation. view article

Vouchers aren’t pushing Fort Worth ISD to close schools, leaders say. Here’s what is

March 1008:26 AM

A multitude of factors are pushing Fort Worth ISD to close schools. None are related to the Texas Legislature’s proposal for a voucher program. The biggest factor? Declining enrollment. Another contributor? Fort Worth ISD’s dollars and staff are spread too thin to adequately meet the educational needs of students, according to district officials. view article

Fort Worth ISD reduces number of schools on list for possible closure and consolidation

March 1008:25 AM

Fort Worth ISD is reducing the number of schools on its list of possible closures. The district said it has to shut down several campuses to deal with a $17 million budget deficit and declining enrollment, and the options will continue to evolve throughout the process. view article

Socorro: SISD offers buyouts, Sun Metro worker dies, traffic ticket amnesty ends Saturday

March 1008:23 AM

This is your weekly news roundup, which takes a quick look at some developments in government, politics, education, environment and other topics across El Paso. Some Socorro Independent School District employees may be able to take a $2,500 payout to resign as the second-largest district in El Paso prepares to lay off 300 workers. view article

Henderson ISD campuses to resume classes after buildings cleared

March 1008:21 AM

Some Henderson ISD students were briefly evacuated Thursday morning due to smoke in a school building. Henderson ISD announced at about 10:20 a.m. that students at Wylie Elementary and Wylie Primary School were being evacuated “due to the presence of smoke in the common areas of the building.” The ISD said fire crews responded to investigate and found that the smoke was due to a malfunction in the air conditioning equipment. The incident was handled before a fire could occur. view article

La Porte ISD receives 11th straight financial reporting award

March 1008:20 AM

La Porte ISD’s Business Office has received its 11th consecutive Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International. The award recognizes districts that have met the program’s high standards for financial reporting and transparency. La Porte ISD’s Certificate of Excellence is for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended 2024. “For over half a century, ASBO International’s Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting has been the gold standard in promoting and recognizing excellence in financial reporting,” said ASBO International Executive Director Jim Rowan. “Communicating the financial and economic state of a district is so important when engaging with the school community and building their trust. Districts that receive the COE Award have demonstrated their ability to do that at the highest level.” By participating in the COE program, school districts demonstrate their commitment to financial transparency. Applicants submit their report for review by a team of financial professionals who provide feedback to improve future documents. If the report meets the requirements of the program, it may receive the Certificate of Excellence. A district’s participation in the COE program can facilitate bond rating and continuing bond disclosure processes. Stacey McDowell is La Porte ISD’s chief financial officer. -30- read more

Houston ISD is considering school closures. Elected trustees want community involvement

March 1008:19 AM

As Houston ISD’s state-appointed board of managers considers closing an undisclosed number of campuses for the 2026-27 school year, elected trustees are asking for community members to be involved in the process. view article

CFBISD closing four schools, including popular elementary for gifted students

March 1008:19 AM

The Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD decided Thursday to shut down four schools next school year, a decision also faced by two dozen other school districts across Texas. The district blamed Texas lawmakers for a lack of money for schools and declining enrollment as fewer young adults choose to have children. view article

Socorro ISD to offer payout incentive for 100 employees who resign

March 1008:18 AM

Some Socorro Independent School District employees may be able to take a $2,500 payout to resign as the second-largest district in El Paso prepares to lay off 300 workers. SISD trustees voted unanimously Thursday to approve a $2,500 incentive for the first 100 probationary, non-certified and contracted employees who voluntarily resign at the end of their 2024-25 school year contract. view article

Frenship ISD hiring for multiple positions

March 1008:18 AM

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Center ISD school board votes to adopt 4-day school week

March 1008:17 AM

The Center ISD School Board has voted to adopt a 4-day school week for the 2025-2026 school year. The district announce the news Thursday night after the school board meeting. They noted that a copy of the official school calendar will be posted at a later date. view article

Dallas ISD teachers to rally against school vouchers in Austin

March 1008:16 AM

This week, students in the Dallas Independent School District are on spring break while one of the district's largest teachers' unions is heading to Austin to appeal directly to state lawmakers about school vouchers. NEA-Dallas, the National Education Association-Dallas, plans to bus a group of educators to the Texas Capitol to join hundreds of others in rallying against school choice vouchers. view article

Prosper ISD construction site catches fire, 1 firefighter injured

March 1008:12 AM

One firefighter was injured while putting out a fire at a Prosper ISD construction site, officials said. The Prosper Fire Department responded to a fire around 2:31 a.m. at the Richland High School construction site located at 3450 Prairie Drive, the Prosper Fire Department said in a press release. The school is currently under construction and is scheduled to open in August 2025, Prosper ISD said. view article

Fort Worth city attorney to consult Attorney General Ken Paxton on Keller ISD split

March 1008:10 AM

A trio of Fort Worth City Council members has spurred a movement to get clarification on a possible Keller ISD split. Council members Charlie Lauersdorf [District 4], Alan Blaylock [District 10] and Macy Hill [District 7] have been proponents against a possible split. They have gotten the city involved in questioning the legality of the plan. view article

14-year-old Cy-Fair ISD student shot, killed during altercation involving large groups of teenagers, HCSO says

March 1008:07 AM

Family members identified the victim as 14-year-old Jaquai Thompson, a Rowe Middle School student who loved playing sports and being outside. view article

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TexasISD.com was the brainchild of Joe F. Smith. Joe retired early from a successful career as Superintendent of Schools for Hudson ISD, deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas. Due to a long battle with Post-Polio Syndrome the doctor made him hang it up and rest for six months. Never being the kind of person to sit still and also not being the person to listen to his doctor, Joe logged lengthy sessions in front of his PC researching school issues, reading papers and corresponding with his friends and colleagues in the education business.

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