Rising to the Challenge Stories
In times of uncertainty, stories can strengthen us. Stories can connect us. They inspire us. Let’s look back at Texas educators, school leaders, and students who have risen to challenges in their lives so...
Making Miracles Happen Through a Focus on Mental Health in Schools
“They do miracles here.” Charles Hall, parent of a 2019 graduate from Pearland ISD’s PACE Center, describes how his daughter went from failing every high school class to being on the honor roll and graduating...
After 70 years, Dan Rather Returns to His Alma Mater, Heights High School in Houston, Texas.
Seventy years after graduating from Heights High School in the Houston Independent School District, legendary television anchor Dan Rather talks about the importance of public education with Emily Ramirez, the current valedictorian at the...
El Paso, we stand by you
Last winter we captured this photo on a site visit to El Paso. This cross sits at the top of the Franklin Mountains overlooking the city. To us it represents the strength and beauty...
Statement on the Texas Legislature’s Passage of House Bill 3
Raise Your Hand Texas applauds the work of the 86th Texas Legislature in passing a comprehensive school finance bill without the threat of a court order. The $11.6 billion plan includes funding for full-day...
Capitol Update: May 17, 2019
Welcome to the 86th Legislative Session! The Capitol Update provides you with expert insight and analysis on legislative issues impacting Texas public school students and educators. In this month's Capitol Update, you'll find the...
Five Classrooms Show Us the Best of #ThisIsTexasPreK
Expanding pre-K through legislation and funding is at the top of many policy agendas at the Capitol these days, including ours! But pre-K can't be understood and appreciated from research and statistics alone. You...
Power of Pre-K Case Study: Cleburne ISD
Dr. Chris Jackson Executive Director of Research, Data, and Accountability Cleburne Independent School District Proving the Case for Full-Day Pre-K Like many school districts across the state, Cleburne ISD participated in the full-day High...
Power of Pre-K Case Study: Mansfield ISD
Kristi Cobb Director of Early Literacy Mansfield Independent School District District Combines Hands-on Exploration and Research-based Practices for Early Learning Success Mansfield ISD’s Vision 2020 begins with the guiding statement that all students will...
Teaching from the Heart
Teaching From The Heart A family’s love fosters a future teacher’s gift. Some teachers hope for a classroom of students who are engaged, eager-to-please, and easy-going. C’Sherica Shaw, a recipient of the Charles Butt...
