Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath met earlier this month with a top official of Turning Point USA to discuss creating new chapters of the organization in every Texas high school. It is unclear whether they formally agreed on a partnership.

Texas education chief met with Turning Point USA to discuss group’s expansion in high schools

The meeting happened days before Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick pledged $1 million to help establish chapters of the conservative student group on every Texas college and high school campus.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

The Texas State Board of Education launched the process of redesigning the state's social studies standards earlier this year.

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Texas State Board of Education advisers signal push to the right in social studies overhaul

Some advisers have criticized diversity efforts, questioned the historical contributions of people of color, and promoted debunked beliefs.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

The Texas Education Agency is investigating hundreds of teachers' social media posts about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's killing. Commissioner Mike Morath has called the comments “reprehensible and inappropriate." Legal experts say the investigations are an attack on teachers' free speech rights.

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Texas investigation into teachers’ posts after Charlie Kirk’s death violates their free speech, experts say

Free speech experts say that when teachers speak in their personal capacity, even on school grounds but outside their official duties, they retain their right to comment on matters of public concern.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

Rear view of elementary school students running down school hallway between classes, carrying backpacks.

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Texas’ new parental consent law leaves school nurses confused about which services they can provide to students

The law’s authors urged districts to use “common sense.” But some nurses worry they could violate the law and face discipline for providing basic care without a parent’s approval.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

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1 in 4 Texas school districts signs up for new Bible-infused curriculum

The numbers may grow as the state collects more data. Some districts adopted the plan not for its religious emphasis but for more funding and to better align with teaching requirements.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune August 28, 2025August 30, 2025

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Texas Legislature nearing final approval of $8.5 billion school funding package

The Senate gave initial approval to the legislation. After one more vote, it heads to the House, where leaders say it will pass.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune May 23, 2025May 26, 2025

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Republican lawmaker files bills to ban DEI in Texas K-12 public schools

Senate bills 12 and 1565 would withhold funding from Texas public schools that don’t comply with the state’s DEI ban.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune February 24, 2025March 4, 2025

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Legal rights groups urge school leaders not to adopt Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum

The coalition of legal organizations told Texas school district leaders that it would ‘take any action’ necessary to protect the rights of students and their families.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune January 31, 2025June 10, 2025

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Many Texas schools take “wait and see” approach to Trump’s mass deportation plans

Schools near the border say it’s hard to prepare for the unknown. Immigration advocates say they should help communities understand students’ rights.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune January 18, 2025January 24, 2025

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Gov. Greg Abbott wants to extend Texas’ DEI ban to K-12 schools

In 2023, Texas passed a DEI ban at the state’s public universities. Now Abbott wants the state to stop funding diversity programs in K-12 schools.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune January 18, 2025February 3, 2025

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Texas State Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. Texas school districts don’t have to use it but will receive $60 per student if they do.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune November 22, 2024January 31, 2025

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Texas State Board of Education signals support for Bible-infused curriculum

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. The board is expected to officially vote on whether to approve the materials later this week.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune November 20, 2024January 31, 2025

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How some Texas parents and historians say a new state curriculum glosses over slavery and racism

Education officials say the materials were designed to be age appropriate but critics argue they repeatedly omit key context and oversimplify history.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune November 18, 2024November 22, 2024

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Texas is slashing $607 million in Medicaid funding from program for students with disabilities

School officials say the state decision to cut federal money likely will hurt their ability to recruit and retain critical staff for students with disabilities.

by Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune October 28, 2024January 17, 2025