Houston Parents Hold Press Conference, Boycott STAAR, and Call Out Superintendent Miles for Misleading Public with Manipulated Data

In response to the growing harm caused by high-stakes standardized testing, Houston parents in HISD and other districts are refusing to allow their children to participate in STAAR testing this month. The expanding boycott signals a new chapter in the fight to reclaim public education from the “test and punish” model that now dominates Texas schools more than ever before. Read more

$3M for PR, But Nothing for Kids Who Need Help Most?

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Your call matters! There's not a firm vote count on the voucher bill in the House.

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HISD Moves Meeting to Wednesday — A Tactic to Silence Public Voices

en español clic aqu Last year, 42% of teachers left HISD after the takeover — including many of the best. Now, HISD is recommending 7% more for termination, not counting those resigning because of Miles' harmful policies. Read more

Teachers Punished, Students Unsafe: The Real Impact of Miles’ Policies

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Textbank Against Vouchers Tonight + Join Us for Opt Out Info & Other Key Dates!

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Stand Up for Children’s Right to Learn: Boycott STAAR Testing!

[en español clic aqui] It’s STAAR season. Will you stand up for children’s right to learn by boycotting the STAAR?  Read more

Large majorities of Texans oppose private school vouchers

[en español clic aqui]  Can you make three calls this week? According to this article. HB2 (funding) and HB3 (vouchers) will be voted out of committee on Tuesday, moving to the House floor next. Read more

More wraparound, more real learning, less STAAR, vouchers and takeovers

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Miles’ Harmful Teacher Evaluation System will worsen inequalities

[en español clic aqui] Miles keeps on wasting dollars meant for children! Read more