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The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments Tuesday regarding the Ten Commandments law. Plus, Abbott appoints an early childhood education task force.

At ATPE's recommendation, the Task Force on Early Childhood Education and Care includes two educator members.

The information at RealFood.gov will guide federal requirements for school nutrition programs nationwide. Will schools have the funding and flexibility to achieve these goals?

Search for candidates by name or by your home address to easily research their record on public education issues.

Learn where the candidates stand on Texas public education, and encourage candidates in your area to complete ATPE’s 2026 Candidate Survey.

Check out The Texas Tribune's guide to the 2026 Texas primaries, and make sure you're registered to vote by Feb. 2.

Learn where the candidates stand on Texas public education. Plus: Register to vote in the March primary election by Feb. 2.

The packed agenda covered instructional materials, TEKS updates, graduation rules, parental rights training, and the new HB 1605 literary works list.

Although the government has reopened, the federal infrastructure that supports public education remains fragile, and the Trump Administration is pushing forward with plans to dismantle the Department of Education.

Federal education oversight remains in turmoil as the Trump Administration pushes forward with plans to dismantle the Department of Education. Plus: Check out more of the latest education news on atpenews.org.