Advocacy Blog

The attendance-based changes are the result of SB 991 and signal a shift in Texas’ approach to dropout prevention. Chronic absenteeism is one of the strongest predictors of dropout risk.

The longest government shutdown in history finally ends, and Abbott announces for reelection. Plus, ATPE participates in the Texas Tribune Festival and Friends of Texas Public School Events.

Educators should expect changes as districts ensure their CTE and CCMR systems align with the new list, which will affect accountability ratings beginning with ratings released in August 2027.

As other state leaders have recently mentioned, property tax relief is already the single biggest line item in the Texas budget at more than $50 billion.

Texas voters approve three education-related constitutional amendments, plus a look ahead to next week’s Texas Tribune Festival, where educators may earn CPE thanks to an ATPE partnership.

Two property tax amendments will lower tax bills for many homeowners but will likely increase pressure on the state’s ability to maintain current levels of school funding.

The cost of an AP exam for eligible Texas public school students can be as low as $26 if districts and campuses take advantage of all available assistance, expanding access to advanced academic opportunities.

Educators will find plenty of exciting opportunities at the 15th annual Texas Tribune Festival this Nov. 13–15 in Austin.

The school lunch program remains funded (for now). Plus: Election Day is Nov. 4, and ATPE and The Texas Tribune partner for TribFest Nov. 13–15 in Austin.

Some social media posts are mistakenly linking SNAP and school lunch and breakfast programs, but they are separate and have different funding mechanisms and oversight.