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.
Making History: Texas SBOE to Decide on Social Studies Revisions
During the week of June 22, the State Board of Education is expected to approve the revisions to the Social Studies Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). This revision a major reform to how history is taught to Texas students, replacing a model where Texas, American, and World history were presented as isolated subjects and...