Texas public schools

For the first time since Texas authorized the program, the state heard public testimony from people concerned about pre-K funding, special education provisions and data reporting.

The Charles Butt Foundation Texas Teacher Poll found a desire for more administrative support, and a need for a significant salary increase.

House Bill 8 scraps the unpopular exam for three shorter tests at the beginning, middle and end of the year starting in the 2027-28 school year.

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.

In Texas, wastewater viral activity for COVID-19 is 'Very High,' according to the CDC.

Senate Bill 11, which went into effect on Monday, allows school boards to set aside time for voluntary prayer or the reading of religious texts during classroom time.

Kids are always watching their parents, so the way adults present their emotions will teach them how to express theirs.

Texas lawmakers banned cell phones in schools to reduce classroom distractions. A North Texas behavioral health specialist discusses whether the idea can work.

The proposal revives a failed effort from earlier this year and responds to years of legal fights over accountability.

Eighteen news organizations including The Texas Tribune have been seeking the records since 2022, when 19 children and 2 teachers were killed at Robb Elementary School.