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12/05/2025
March 2026 primaries will rely on controversial redrawn congressional district maps. Plus, SBEC, SBOE, and the comptroller work to implement 2025 legislation.
12/05/2025
The two-day conference coincided with the launch of a new strategic partnership between ATPE and TARS designed to give rural educators more support, more resources, and a stronger advocacy platform.
12/02/2025
The comptroller’s office denied requests from public school advocates to require private schools to disclose more information on donors, available spots by grade level, and more.
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