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 […]
Texas Parent, Business, Education Nonprofit Leaders Applaud Release of 2023 Accountability Ratings, Urge Similar Result For 2024 Ratings
HOUSTON – Texas has gone five years without fully publishing A-F academic accountability ratings, which are vital for fostering student progress, transparency, and continuous improvement in public schools. A coalition of Texas leaders representing parents, businesses, and education nonprofits filed an amicus brief in Morath v. Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District urging the 15th Court of […]
Pre-K is Economic Policy: Why Investing in Early Education Fuels Houston’s Future
Good Reason Houston speaks on Harris County panel about the major factors impacting economic progress in the region. In discussions about economic growth, people often focus on industries, workforce development, and infrastructure. But what if one of the most impactful economic strategies starts before a child even enters kindergarten? That’s exactly what Cary Wright, CEO […]
