A study released by the U.S. Department of Education shows Texas posted the second-highest graduation rate in the nation in 2012, ranking only behind Iowa and tied with three other states. While this is excellent news, we must work harder to ensure that graduating...
Linn: Achievement Districts For Schools Are Positive By Julie Linn Houston Chronicle The establishment of an achievement school district in Texas would allow a turnaround team to take over a failing public school after two years, and the idea deserves support. Lisa...
Why Me And Not Wendy Davis By Greg Abbott Texas Tribune’s Trib Talk A Texas that offers unlimited opportunity for all. That is the Texas I will lead as your governor. Texas is what America longs to be. Jobs grow here. Families grow here. Freedom grows here. It...
Abbott Urges Emphasis On ‘Digital Learning’ By John Gonzalez San Antonio Express-News SAN ANTONIO — GOP gubernatorial nominee Greg Abbott on Monday continued the gradual rollout of his education policies with a call for more “digital learning” to prepare...
Every single child deserves access to quality education, no matter their zip code. And with the use of technology, virtual learning can provide that opportunity to all Texans. That’s why the third phase of my education plan, which I announced today, focuses on digital...
