Education
When School’s Out, Rural Texas Towns Struggle to Feed Their Hungry Kids
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The federal government does not compensate school districts or nonprofits for getting students to and from the free meal sites.
Education
Texas Senate Panel Approves Teacher Bonuses, Retirement Benefits
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The Senate Finance Committee Saturday approved a proposal Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick listed as a priority for Texas education.
Education
Why a 73-year-old Traveled 585,000 miles for a Degree from OLLU
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Janet Dellaria traveled around 585,000 miles by plane and car in pursuit of her doctoral degree.
Education
IDEA and BASIS Chart a Rigorous Course to Top Rankings
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IDEA and BASIS officials see their programs as evidence that the AP program is a universal boon.
Education
Brian Yager Reflects on Keystone School’s Magic
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Brian Yager would like to see every school be a haven for learning, however students do it best.
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ISDs Lobby for STAAR-themed Fiesta Event
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Several San Antonio school districts have filed the necessary paperwork to make STAAR testing an official Fiesta event, “FieTESTa.”
Education
As Texas Higher Ed Tuition Rises, Financial Aid is Covering Less and Less
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Multiple financial aid programs have been phased out or targeted for elimination by the Legislature in recent years.
Arts & Culture
State-of-the-Art Susan Naylor Center Marks New Beginning for the Witte
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The grand opening celebrated the completion of a $100,000 million transformation of the Witte Museum’s 90-year-old campus.
Education
UTSA President Romo Steps Down After Conduct Review
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Romo’s retirement is effective immediately, according to a statement released by UTSA on Friday afternoon.
Gov & Politics
After Huberty’s Comments, School Choice Advocates Lobby State Republican Party
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House Public Education Chairman Dan Huberty’s comments about school choice legislation being a “dead” issue this legislative session have angered Texas supporters of the voucher-like programs.