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Texas Threatens School Takeovers Over Student Protests, Bolsters Teacher Misconduct Enforcement
The Texas Education Agency is threatening state takeovers of school districts that allow student political walkouts, impacting local control and potentially infringing on free speech rights. This new policy, alongside the appointment of an Inspector General for Educator Misconduct, signals a heightened state focus on controlling political expression in public education and could lead to sanctions for teachers and funding losses for districts.
Texas School Reading List Hits Legal Snags Over Religious Content, Diversity Concerns
The Texas State Board of Education delayed a vote on a mandatory K-12 reading list, facing legal challenges over its heavy Christian focus, which critics argue violates the U.S. Constitution's Establishment Clause. Concerns also arose regarding the list's lack of racial, ethnic, and gender diversity, raising questions about equitable public policy and culturally relevant education for Texas students.
Texas School Takeovers: Legal Questions on Equity and Local Control
Texas law permits the state to take over entire school districts if just one campus consistently underperforms on tests. This policy raises significant legal and public policy questions about the loss of local governance, potential constitutional challenges regarding equal protection, and its disproportionate impact on districts serving minority and low-income students.
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