Preschool enrollment has rapidly increased in Texas and around the country over the past several decades. While Texas does not offer universal pre-k, approximately 85 percent of the state’s 4-year-olds attend public or private preschool, meaning Texas actually has higher participation rates than most states offering universal pre-k.
K-12 Education
Restoring Confidence and Prestige to the Teaching Profession
Restoring Confidence and Prestige to the Teaching Profession The epidemic of uncertified teachers in Texas schools is the result of the collapse of the teacher preparation program, especially university programs. These programs have traded a focus on the classroom for social activism. Key points: More than 10% of teachers in Texas schools are now uncertified....
July 22, 2026