STAAR narrows the curriculum and disproportionately harms communities that need us the most. At higher need schools, it leads to principal and teacher turnover at alarming rates, causing loss of stability and innovation. Read more

Can you email the HISD trustees and superintendent about the budget today? Texas is one of a small number of states that fund public schools based on average daily attendance. Within Texas, most districts fund schools based on the number of students enrolled in school (“enrollment-based funding”). HISD, however, funds its schools based upon average daily attendance.  Read more

No matter the funding model HISD uses, it is important to end years of under-resourcing schools in poor neighborhoods and end waste at the school and central office and in unnecessary contracted services. The priority must be at the school level- reducing class size (more teachers) and increasing support services (librarians, nurses, social workers, etc.) for students in need so they can thrive.  Read more

I wanted to share this new coalition to fight censorship. Please join - it's free. We need a group as organized and powerful as Moms for Liberty. Together we can make a difference. Read more

If you missed the second HISD Budget workshop yesterday, join CVPE on Saturday for an HISD budget workshop debrief. Read more

Our individual and collective actions are impactful. Can you support students, parents, teachers, and schools by getting more involved? Read more

Can you speak at the HISD School Board meeting this Thursday evening? 

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School Funding matters. Below is the clearest explanation of Texas public education funding out there. Vote for state officeholders who care enough about public education to support full funding.  Read more

How can teachers bring common sense and compassion to education policy? The research is clear. Academic training in kindergarten has no long-term benefit. In fact, it may cause long-term harm. Read more

Local, state, and national issues are all influencing the runoff elections for four seats on the Houston Independent School District Board of Trustees. Early voting begins today. Read more