A public school district rehired a teacher despite prior concerns about inappropriate relationships with students. During his earlier employment, the teacher had engaged in questionable conduct, including socializing with students
Appeals Court Upholds Title IX Jury Verdict Against School District Read More »
House Bill 2, passed by the 89th Texas Legislature and signed into law by the Governor, is a sweeping school finance reform aimed at significantly increasing resources and support for
TEA Guidance for Implementation of House Bill 2 Read More »
In the 89th Texas Legislative Session, House Bill 8 introduced a significant overhaul to the state’s public school assessment system. The bill was designed to replace the long-standing STAAR exam
House Bill 8 Overhauls Texas Public School Assessment System Read More »
Texas passed Senate Bill 10, a law requiring public schools to display a specific version of the Ten Commandments in every classroom. The law’s effective date was September 1, 2025.
Court Finds Ten Commandments in Schools Unconstitutional Read More »
House Bill 6 which was passed by the Texas Legislature during this year’s regular session and effective June 20, 2025, includes provisions for a virtual expulsion option. This is found
HB 6 Creates Virtual Expulsion Option Read More »
Providing appropriate services to students eligible for special education, Section 504, or emergent bilingual programs often creates challenges for a district. A program review of your special populations can identify
Big Takeaways from the 2025 Texas Legislative Session and HHSC If you’re a Texas school district trying to keep up with SHARS (School Health and Related Services), you’re not alone.
What’s Next for SHARS? From TASB School Medicaid Services Read More »
The Texas Legislature has passed House Bill 2 (HB 2), an $8.5 billion public education funding package, which is now awaiting Governor Greg Abbott’s signature. Approximately $4.2 billion is allocated
Education Funding Bill Sent to the Governor Read More »
Alisha Strife, a disabled Army veteran diagnosed with PTSD and other service-related injuries, worked for Aldine Independent School District (AISD) in Texas. After years of successful employment and promotion, her
Appeals Court Revives Employee Accommodation Claim Read More »
Texas House Bill 1481 (HB 1481), introduced during the 89th Legislature, focuses on regulating student use of personal communication devices—such as smartphones and smartwatches—within public schools and open-enrollment charter schools.
Legislation Aims to Limit Student Cell Phone Use at School Read More »
