Blog Archive

House races in Ellis and Bexar Counties decided by low turnout

A pair of low-turnout races result in the election of a pro-voucher candidate to represent Ellis County and a runoff in Bexar County.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 9/29/2021

Are you registered to vote? Double- and triple-check!

Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day. ATPE urges all those eligible to vote to get registered!

By Mark Wiggins | Posted on: 9/28/2021

Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Sept. 24, 2021

The ATPE Governmental Relations team recaps this week’s education news, legislative updates, and regulatory developments.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 9/24/2021

SBOE opens applications for social studies TEKS review panels in the wake of new civics laws

The state board will appoint educators to recommend changes to the curriculum standards, including those required by recent high-profile legislation.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 9/23/2021

From The Texas Tribune: Texas' ban on school mask mandates draws federal investigation for possibly violating the rights of students with disabilities

The U.S. Department of Education announced the inquiry days after the Texas Education Agency quietly updated its guidance to say school districts can’t require masks.

By Brian Lopez, The Texas Tribune | Posted on: 9/22/2021

Texas Legislature convenes for third special session

Redistricting, vaccine mandates, and transgender student athletes are on the agenda for the special session beginning Sept. 20, 2021.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 9/20/2021

Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Sept. 17, 2021

The ATPE Governmental Relations team recaps this week’s education news, legislative updates, and regulatory developments.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 9/17/2021

TRS board authorizes 13th check for retirees

The board met Sept. 16-17, 2021, acting on the 13th check, plans to purchase a new facility, and hiring a permanent ombuds.

By Monty Exter | Posted on: 9/17/2021

Private school vouchers take center stage in HD 10 runoff

The just-announced September 28 runoff election in Texas House District 10 is shaping up to be a showdown over vouchers.

By Mark Wiggins | Posted on: 9/15/2021

Teach the Vote's Week in Review: Sept. 10, 2021

The ATPE Governmental Relations team recaps this week’s education news, legislative updates, and regulatory developments.

By ATPE Staff | Posted on: 9/10/2021