Progress Report: Key Education Trends Shaping the 2024-2025 School Year So Far

You may recall Good Reason Houston made predictions in August about the topics that will shape the 2024-2025 school year. Now halfway through the school year, we’ve seen some of those predictions materialize as expected, while others have surprised us. What stands out most is this: our progress reaffirms our belief in what’s possible for […]
Kicking off the 89th Texas Legislative Session

Today marks the first day of the 89th Texas Legislative Session. We are starting off the biennial session with over 2,300 pre-filed bills, over 500 of which focus on public education. With so many moving parts, In Session will provide legislative updates, spotlight key bills impacting public education, and offer opportunities to engage. In terms […]
Texas Senate Education Committee Interim Report: 5 Things to Know

The 89th Texas Legislative Session begins Jan. 14, and the Senate Education Committee recently released its interim report. Generally, the report acts as a guidepost for where the chamber will likely focus its efforts, highlighting findings and recommendations for the upcoming session. Here are five key takeaways: Focus on Early Learning: While Texas has made […]