For two years, researchers at the Foundation have examined the math and science skills deficit in Texas public schools and published several papers including a best practices research paper. This math and science reform agenda is a compilation of our findings and policy recommendations and can be used by state lawmakers, policymakers, superintendents, principals, and parents. School districts have the authority to implement many of the recommendations at the local level, without requiring legislative action.
Fending Off Foreign Funding
On Tuesday, the Texas Public Policy Foundation had the honor of hosting Governor Greg Abbott for a press event on the future of Texas education. The Governor announced new plans to thwart the creeping influence of hostile foreign actors and radical ideological networks in Texas’ K-12 public schools. His proposals included prohibiting foreign entities from using gifts,...