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2020-2021 Outlook: What we know about next year
Publish Date: July 2, 2020 2:06 pmTEA Commissioner: Texas will require STAAR testing in 20-21 school year; Texas AFT vows to fight Despite repeated and numerous demands from lawmakers, parents, and educators, Texas Education Commissioner Mike...
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June 12: Texas AFT wins lawsuit on in-district charter rules; Districts not receiving fed funds as anticipated; TEA to provide PPE, reopening guidance
Publish Date: June 12, 2020 4:29 pmYou can find all news, updates and resources addressing COVID-19 here on our website. Monday is the last day to register to vote for July 14 Primary Election runoffs and...
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PreK-12
Texas AFT actively works to better the profession of educators by promoting effective public education policy and laws to help improve the pay and working conditions of our teachers, nurses, counselors and other professionals. Check here for resources on professional development, employee rights and education news.
Higher Education
Texas AFT is actively organizing new higher-education locals in the state. Read more about our efforts and our newest locals.
Support Professionals
Members of the Houston Educational Support Personnel, an affiliate of Texas AFT, are celebrating a hard-won victory against privatization in how their school district’s food service program is managed.
Share My Lesson
Find the right K-12 lesson plans–for free. Share My Lesson offers free lesson plans, teacher resources and classroom activities created by dedicated educators.
American Federation of Teachers
The American Federation of Teachers, an affiliate of the AFL-CIO, was founded in 1916 and today represents 1.6 million members in more than 3,000 local affiliates nationwide. Read more about our national affiliate and discover a host of resources available for your profession.