Texas Legislature Passes HB 8: Ushering in the Next Phase of Assessment and Accountability for Texas Students
On September 3, 2025, the Texas Legislature passed House Bill 8 (HB 8), marking an important milestone in advancing student success and strengthening public trust in Texas education. The bill now heads to the Governor’s desk for signature. HB 8 builds on the state’s assessment and accountability system by streamlining assessments to drive instruction, elevating […]
WATCH: Houston’s Public Schools Show Dramatic Gains, New Data Reveal
Watch: Research, Policy and Practice Leaders Unite to Decode Houston’s Education Progress Houston’s public schools are in the midst of one of the most significant turnarounds in recent memory. New state data show that 145,000 more students now attend A- or B-rated schools compared to just two years ago—a shift education leaders say could reshape […]
Zero failing elementary or high schools: Inside Aldine ISD’s Progress
Superintendent Dr. LaTonya Goffney breaks down the ingredients of Aldine ISD secret sauce in interview with Good Reason Houston CEO Cary Wright A few years ago, nearly half of Aldine ISD schools carried D or F ratings from the state. Today, under Superintendent Dr. LaTonya Goffney’s leadership, the district has zero failing elementary or high […]
