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Texas public education news and updates on our union's work, written and edited by Texas AFT staff.

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A tale of two districts and the question of local control

Midland ISD is taking aim at recapture and Austin ISD is fighting shake off a potential TEA takeover. While their goals are different, both these challenges signal broader disgruntlement over local control and state intrusion.

SBOE approves mandatory reading lists and one new charter: recap

Continuing coverage on the State Board of Education's actions of the past few weeks as they approve a problematic charter and controversial reading lists.

Jul 2

Texas State Board of Education approves new Houston charter school

Texas AFT's press release on passage of new Houston charter school - featuring quotes from Texas AFT President Zeph Capo

Jun 26

WATCH: Aldine AFT President Candis Houston testifies against Florida-based charter at the State Board of Education

Candis Houston's testimony underscores the importance of rejecting this charter application.

Jun 26