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In this week’s Across the Lawn, read about STAAR being added to the Special Session, the federal funding freeze, and TEA’s timeline for bill implementation.
Read our full Texas public education legislative update at go.ryht.org/special-wk1 (link in bio).
#SpecialSession #HB4 #Texas #STAAR #TxEd #TxLege #MeasureWhatMatters
Texas made an $8.5 billion investment in public schools during the 89th legislative session, but despite passing the Texas House with overwhelming bipartisan support (143-1), HB 4—a major proposal to modernize student assessments and accountability—ultimately did not make it across the finish line.
“True accountability should reflect the full scope of a school’s impact, not just performance on a single test. STAAR doesn`t reflect the full picture of what schools and students achieve. HB 4 was a missed opportunity to listen to parents and create a more meaningful, balanced system," said Dr. Ken Gregorski, katyisd Superintendent.
Read more about the opportunity here: https://go.ryht.org/HOULegeRecap
#TxEd #TxLege #89thLege #Houston #HTX
Did you know the A-F ratings elementary and middle schools currently receive are based entirely based on a single STAAR exam? In the 89th Session, HB 4 proposed using a broader set of metrics, including participation in early childhood programs, extracurricular activities, and career and technical education, offering a more complete picture of school performance.
“A broader accountability system allows districts to showcase a range of strengths, rather than relying on a single data point,” said Christina Martinez, @sanantonioisd Board President. “Multiple measures would provide more meaningful insight for both districts and students, making it easier to track progress and support success.”
More from San Antonio: https://go.ryht.org/SALegeRecap
#TxEd #TxLege #89thLege #SanAntonio #SATX
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