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Charts prepared for the Summer Legislative Policy Conference, examing the relationship between 3rd and 8th grade proficiency in math and reading as indicators for college preparedness.

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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....

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