Strengthening Our Schools: What HB 2 Will Mean for Public Education

With under two weeks left in the 89th Texas Legislative Session, public school finance is front and center. After weeks of diligent work, the Texas House and Senate have reached a consensus for House Bill 2 (HB 2), the Legislature’s primary vehicle for education funding reform. The Senate passed the bill and the House is […]
Houston Education Leaders Rally Behind $7.7 Billion State Investment in Public Schools

A coalition of education organizations led by Good Reason Houston sent a joint letter to the Texas House of Representatives on Tuesday, voicing strong support for House Bill 2—a sweeping $7.7 billion investment in public education across the state. The letter, co-signed by 10 other education-focused organizations, highlights the urgent need for increased and strategic […]
Why SB 1962 Matters for Houston Students

In Texas schools – students, parents, and teachers have been working hard, but for two years, no one has seen the official ratings. Good Reason Houston’s CEO, Cary Wright, recently testified in support of SB 1962, a bill that ensures public school ratings are released every year. These ratings help everyone understand how schools are […]