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Abbott announces launch of new school safety system
In an effort to enhance the safety and security of students, faculty, and staff on campuses statewide, Governor Greg Abbott announced a new program called Sentinel. The Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) Office of School Safety will provide the service to schools at no charge.
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Texas Education Agency recommends new Texas charter schools
AUSTIN, Texas – July 2, 2024 – The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced today that the State Board of Education (SBOE) will vote on Commissioner Mike Morath’s recommendation to grant Generation 29 charter schools.
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Texas Education Agency has awarded more than $290M in TIA funding to retain teachers
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has awarded more than $290 million in Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) funds. The funding was received by nearly 25,000 designated Texas teachers during the 2023-24 school year.
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Texas unveils open education resource textbooks for public feedback
AUSTIN, TX – May 29, 2024 – The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced the availability of the Texas Open Education Resources (OER) textbooks today, initiating a public feedback process. House Bill (HB) 1605 (88th Regular Session) directed the TEA to develop state-owned instructional materials, known as Texas OER textbooks, to support teachers and improve student academic outcomes. These optional textbooks aim to enhance student learning, close achievement gaps, and better support Texas teachers in mathematics and elementary literacy.
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Texas Education Agency Initiates Marlin ISD Board Transition
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced the initiation of a board transition for the Marlin Independent School District (ISD). The transition timeline was originally announced by Commissioner Morath in January 2021 but was delayed due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent academic accountability pause. According to the TEA, a third of the elected trustees will transition to the board on January 31, 2024. This will be followed by another third in 2025 and the final third in 2026. The purpose of this transition is to ensure a smooth and effective...
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Texas Education Agency Appoints La Joya ISD Board of Managers and New Superintendent
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced the appointment of a new Board of Managers and a new superintendent for the La Joya Independent School District (ISD). This decision comes after an extensive selection process and intervention history.The newly appointed Board of Managers is composed of five individuals who have strong ties to the community and a deep understanding of the educational needs of the district. Among them is Celso Gomez Jr., a La Joya ISD graduate and former band director, who brings his experience in education and the automobile industry to the...
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Governor Abbott Directs TEA, Superintendents To Prohibit COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates For Students
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Texas school superintendents that the COVID-19 vaccine cannot be mandated as part of school entry requirements.
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Governor Abbott Announces New Chief Of School Safety And Security
Governor Greg Abbott today announced John P. Scott as the new Chief of School Safety and Security within the Texas Education Agency (TEA), starting today, Monday, October 3.
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TEA delays the release of health guidance for student attendance this fall
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) pulled back on health guidance for schools in the state to reopen this week, after the Texas Tribune found draft documents on the TEA website, according to a June 23 report by the El Paso Times.
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Texas Education Agency to use federal money for revenue shortfalls instead of funding districts
Instead of sending additional CARES Act funds to state school districts, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) has decided to use the money to mitigate losses suffered during the 2019-2020 academic year, according to a June 9 KVUE report.