Texas Senate Education Committee Passes Bill to Support Experienced and Effective Educators
A new bill aimed at improving teacher retention in Texas is gaining traction among lawmakers, as the Houston area grapples with record-high turnover rates and a decline in experienced educators. Senate Bill 26, filed by Chairman Brandon Creighton, prioritizes keeping experienced teachers in the classroom. The legislation comes as Houston-area school districts report turnover rates […]
Texas House Public Education Committee Interim Report: 5 Things to Know
The Texas House Public Education Committee released its interim report, detailing its findings from the interim and recommendations for the 89th Legislative Session. Here are five key takeaways: Teacher Retention and Preparation: One in 10 Texas students had a first-year teacher last school year. With a significant increase in new teachers, teacher preparation and retention […]
Houston outpaces large urban districts on national report card, but equity gaps persist
This spring, fourth and eighth graders across Houston ISD participated in the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), a nationally normed exam taken every two years by students in select districts, including HISD. This assessment provides a valuable benchmark, helping our community understand how Houston’s public schools compare to others across the country in […]
