Texas Education Agency.
education branch of the government of Texas, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 59
What's happening
Active this week
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The Texas Education Agency approved an appeal, granting a passing grade to Hitchcock ISD.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is currently investigating alleged violations of Texas law concerning the conduct and failures of Milton Fields III and Monica Ryan.Well supported4 reports
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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El Paso Independent School District operates within El Paso and receives staffing reports from the Texas Education Agency.Well supported17 reports1 development inside
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The Texas Education Agency intervened with a takeover of the Fort Worth Independent School District.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency is issuing state takeover mandates requiring scripted lessons and rigid curricula in the Houston area.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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The state took control of HISD and appointed Mike Miles as the new superintendent.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency approved charter schools in Liberty County.Some support2 reports
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Texas approved a program to boost teacher pay through the Texas Education Agency.Some support2 reports
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Texas mandates standardized testing through the Texas Education Agency.Well supported13 reports
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The Texas Education Agency published results affecting state academic accountability.Well supported15 reports3 developments inside
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The state of Texas announced the allocation of TIA funds for the education system, utilizing the education agency and a university for research findings under state mandate.Some support2 reports
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Governor Greg Abbott initiated a policy and commissioned recommendations aimed at improving state education in Texas.Well supported19 reports7 developments inside
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An ISD in Denton operates under the state's educational framework and received a lower maintenance and operations rate from the TEA.Some support1 report
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Oversight of San Antonio ISD by the Texas Education Agency due to financial mismanagement and academic decline.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Agencies including the Texas Education Agency and Texas Health and Human Services Commission created a strategic plan focused on improving childcare access in the state.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency is investigating governance failings and performance issues at Judson ISD.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Judson ISD faces mandatory compliance with specific TEA standards regarding hazardous routes.Some support1 report
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Greg Abbott appointed the education chief at the Texas Education Agency, which oversees millions of students in the state.Some support3 reports
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The Texas Education Agency investigated remarks related to Charlie Kirk's assassination.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Texas Education Agency calculates the Maintenance and Operations rate for Lewisville ISD.Some support1 report
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An academy launch is underway, and it requires authorization from the Texas Education Agency.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency is monitoring trustee elections and power status for La Joya ISD.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency initiated state intervention in Connally Independent School District due to failing school ratings, involving Chief Finance and Operations Officer Jerry Allen.Some support1 report
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Lawmakers passed SB 751, updating the education code in Texas.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Texas Education Agency released accountability ratings for schools in Lubbock.Some support1 report
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Wheatley High School achieved an 'A' accountability rating, while Miles was named a state-appointed Superintendent in Texas.Some support1 report
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A school district in Temple exceeded the requirements set by the state education agency.Some support1 report
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Texas lawmakers approved retention allotments that affect local school districts.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency operates a misconduct dashboard, and Levi Fuller serves as the TEA Inspector General.Some support1 report
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Midland ISD seeks to challenge state tax mandates regarding the maximum compressed rate, overseen by the Texas Education Agency.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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School funding issues in Texas are escalating, with the Midland district challenging the state funding system and Edgewood district facing a lawsuit over disparities.Some support5 reports
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Rhys transferred from Bellaire High School while the Texas Education Agency asserted control over Houston ISD.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has begun an investigation into the special education overhaul procedures currently underway at Houston ISD.Well supported4 reports
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Texas legislature proposed mandates for statewide school bus requirements, with the Texas Education Agency reviewing data submissions.Some support2 reports
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Leading efforts to drive economic growth in the state and pushing skilled trades into high school curriculum.Some support1 report
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Dixon was appointed to lead a Texas school district while the Texas Education Agency conducts an investigation.Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency announced directives to strengthen workforce development and expand Career and Technical Education.Some support2 reports
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The Texas Education Agency conservator oversees Socorro Independent District operations, with David Solis serving as Chief Financial Officer.Some support1 report
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The final tax rate for Denton ISD requires review and approval from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).Some support1 report
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The Texas Education Agency is responsible for state-wide assessment standards, and Dallas County is a county within the state.Well supported3 reports
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What's reaching Texas Education Agency
Events traced to Texas Education Agency, step by step, newest first- Perry's focus on career tech may boost Texas Education Agency fundingPerry's push for career tech could boost Texas Education Agency fundingPossible
- New workforce endowment may shift Texas Education Agency prioritiesNew education endowment could reshape the Texas Education Agency's focus and funding.Possible
- Hinojosa's victory could prompt overhaul of Texas education systemHinojosa's victory may lead to an overhaul of Texas education policyPossible
- Local school funding failures may increase pressure on Texas Education AgencyTexas Education Agency may face increased structural financial pressure from local funding failuresPossible
- New governor may reshape Texas education agency policiesNew governor may replace TEA Commissioner and roll back school vouchersLikely
- Texas education agency must enforce state prohibitions on DEI initiativesThe Texas Education Agency must enforce state prohibitions on DEI initiativesLikely
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- Campaign focus may shift school funding rules managed by TEACampaign focus may shift school funding rules managed by TEAPossible
- School funding gaps may force TEA to review state aid modelsThe reliance on complex state aid could force the Texas Education Agency to reform its funding oversight.Possible
- Former Galveston school site redevelopment may impact education oversightThe Texas Education Agency may need to adjust oversight following school site repurposingPossible
- New performance rating rules may increase TEA's regulatory oversightNew school performance mandates could increase regulatory burden on Texas Education AgencyLikely
- Local school elections may change TEA's oversight roleLocal school elections could change the operational scope of the Texas Education AgencyPossible
- Voucher program could reduce public school funding for Texas Education AgencyVoucher program may reduce public school funding and alter TEA's operational scopeLikely
- Texas Education Agency must adjust oversight of tuition freezeThe Texas Education Agency must adjust oversight of higher education fees and fundingLikely
- Abbott's plan could change how Texas schools are fundedTexas Education Agency may face funding oversight changes if property tax reliance endsReported
Explainers that pass through Texas Education Agency
Texas Education Agency is a step on the way to someone else- New governor may reshape Austin's education and public spendingNew governor may reshape Austin's education and public spendingPossible
- How could the state takeover of Austin ISD affect Governor Greg Abbott's policy agenda?State takeover of Austin ISD reflects Texas leaders' use of intervention as a policy toolPossible
Around Texas Education Agency this week
News at the entities that move Texas Education Agency most-
Texas StructuralTexas medical providers are challenging federal rules under the Administrative Procedure Act while Trump challenges judicial authority.Moves Texas Education Agency
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Greg Abbott StructuralDemocrats are pushing to repeal anti-DEI laws in Texas, with Chuck DeVore predicting policy changes under Governor Abbott.Moves Texas Education Agency
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Dan Patrick OperationalTexas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick encourages Senate rule changes and challenges Goodwin's election victory.Moves Texas Education Agency
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Greg Abbott StructuralAbbott and Acton support stronger data center regulations, while Hyde was a data-center proponent in Pulaski County, Arkansas.Moves Texas Education Agency
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senate StructuralThe Senate introduced the BAAJA bill on November 3, 2026.Moves Texas Education Agency
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Hinojosa OperationalState Senator Roland Gutierrez introduced a bill supporting Hinojosa's economic policy in Austin.Moves Texas Education Agency
Connections
The 40 strongest of 59, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Texas Structural
TEA is the mandated education agency established to administer state policy and educational standards under the authority of the State of Texas.
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Greg Abbott Structural
Greg Abbott exercises executive authority over the Texas Education Agency through appointments, policy direction, and oversight.
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Dan Patrick Operational
Dan Patrick uses his platform and influence to apply pressure on the Texas Education Agency regarding book challenges and policy.
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Houston Structural
The Texas Education Agency exercises state authority over Houston's educational institutions, mandating curricula and replacing local leadership.
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Austin Structural
The Texas Education Agency holds formal regulatory oversight over public school systems operating in Austin.
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Liberty County Structural
The Texas Education Agency exercises formal regulatory authority over charter schools operating within Liberty County.
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Austin Independent School District Structural
The Texas Education Agency formally regulates and oversees the performance of the Austin Independent School District.
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El Paso Independent School District Structural
TEA provides staffing reports and benchmarks that EPISD uses for operational data and compliance.
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Fields Structural
The Texas Education Agency is exercising regulatory oversight by investigating Fields for hiring violations.
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Daingerfield Structural
The Texas Education Agency formally regulates Daingerfield's educational accountability ratings and test rescoring.
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Greg Abbott Structural
Greg Abbott's official recommendations are formally targeted at and influence the operational direction of the Texas Education Agency.
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senate Structural
The Senate passes legislation that updates the education code, which the Texas Education Agency must implement.
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Burnet Structural
The Texas Education Agency formally assessed Burnet and assigned low accountability ratings.
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Wheatley Structural
The Texas Education Agency regulates Wheatley, which achieved an 'A' accountability rating.
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Galveston Structural
Galveston operates as an Independent School District under the formal oversight and rescoring authority of the Texas Education Agency.
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Ryan Structural
The Texas Education Agency investigated Ryan regarding his board governance and alleged abuse of power.
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Levi Fuller Structural
Levi Fuller serves as the Inspector General for the Texas Education Agency.
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The relationship is one of formal oversight where the Texas Education Agency directs the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards to revise materials in compliance with state law.
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Denton Structural
The Texas Education Agency exercises regulatory and operational oversight over entities and applications within the Denton area.
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Houston Independent School District Structural
Texas Education Agency took control of Houston Independent School District in 2023.
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Stewart Structural
TEA operates as the regulatory body whose standards apply to entities like Stewart.
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Fort Worth Operational
The Texas Education Agency actively intervenes in Fort Worth to handle academic underperformance and replace local leaders.
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Hinojosa Operational
Hinojosa plans to replace the Commissioner of the Texas Education Agency.
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission Operational
The agencies jointly developed a strategic plan for early childhood services and childcare access.
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WEBB Structural
The Texas Education Agency assigned a failing accountability rating to WEBB.
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Texas Tech University Structural
The Agency functionally relies on the University to produce research findings that it utilizes for its operations.
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Kirk Watson Operational
Kirk Watson actively challenges the Texas Education Agency's interventions by citing state rules and suggesting parents petition the state.
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Gina Hinojosa Operational
Gina Hinojosa actively criticizes the Texas Education Agency regarding its oversight of public schools.
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Charlie Kirk Mentioned together
The Texas Education Agency was tracking and investigating remarks made by Charlie Kirk regarding an assassination.
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Ege Shared context
Ege serves on an ISD Board of Trustees, operating within the regulatory framework of the Texas Education Agency.
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Mathai Shared context
Mathai operates within the context of Texas education districts overseen by the Texas Education Agency.
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James Talarico Operational
The Texas Education Agency's official records have been used to contradict a class size claim made by James Talarico.
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Temple Structural
The entity is subject to regulatory requirements set by the Texas Education Agency.
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Jaleel Shared context
The Texas Education Agency's ratings highlight educational disparities affecting Jaleel's community.
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Corpus Christi Shared context
The state education agency's operational decisions, such as retention allotments, impact the local school districts situated within the geographic area of Corpus Christi.
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ARD Mentioned together
The relationship between the Texas Education Agency and ARD is not supported by the current evidence timeline.
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Williams Shared context
The individual operates within the educational system overseen and rated by the Texas Education Agency.
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Lubbock Shared context
The Texas Education Agency operates as a governing body whose oversight functions apply to educational entities located within the city of Lubbock.
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Lewisville Shared context
The Texas Education Agency performs administrative calculations for local school districts within the jurisdiction of Lewisville.
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Bellaire High School Shared context
Both entities are situated within the context of the Texas education system.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
4 events- The Texas Education Agency gave low ratings to a Burnet school, prompting Mayor Kirk Watson to address a school closure petition.
- The Texas Education Agency intervened with a takeover of the Fort Worth Independent School District.
- The state took control of HISD and appointed Mike Miles as the new superintendent.
- The Texas Education Agency approved charter schools in Liberty County.
September 2026
9 events- An ISD in Denton operates under the state's educational framework and received a lower maintenance and operations rate from the TEA.
- Agencies including the Texas Education Agency and Texas Health and Human Services Commission created a strategic plan focused on improving childcare access in the state.
- The Texas Education Agency is investigating governance failings and performance issues at Judson ISD.
- Judson ISD faces mandatory compliance with specific TEA standards regarding hazardous routes.
- Greg Abbott appointed the education chief at the Texas Education Agency, which oversees millions of students in the state.
- The Texas Education Agency calculates the Maintenance and Operations rate for Lewisville ISD.
- An academy launch is underway, and it requires authorization from the Texas Education Agency.
- The Texas Education Agency is monitoring trustee elections and power status for La Joya ISD.
- The Texas Education Agency initiated state intervention in Connally Independent School District due to failing school ratings, involving Chief Finance and Operations Officer Jerry Allen.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
8 events- The Texas Education Agency is issuing state takeover mandates requiring scripted lessons and rigid curricula in the Houston area.
- The Texas Education Agency investigated remarks related to Charlie Kirk's assassination.
- Lawmakers passed SB 751, updating the education code in Texas.
- The Texas Education Agency released accountability ratings for schools in Lubbock.
- Wheatley High School achieved an 'A' accountability rating, while Miles was named a state-appointed Superintendent in Texas.
- A school district in Temple exceeded the requirements set by the state education agency.
- Texas lawmakers approved retention allotments that affect local school districts.
- The Texas Education Agency operates a misconduct dashboard, and Levi Fuller serves as the TEA Inspector General.
July 2026
6 events- Governor Greg Abbott initiated a policy and commissioned recommendations aimed at improving state education in Texas.
- Oversight of San Antonio ISD by the Texas Education Agency due to financial mismanagement and academic decline.
- Midland ISD seeks to challenge state tax mandates regarding the maximum compressed rate, overseen by the Texas Education Agency.
- School funding issues in Texas are escalating, with the Midland district challenging the state funding system and Edgewood district facing a lawsuit over disparities.
- Rhys transferred from Bellaire High School while the Texas Education Agency asserted control over Houston ISD.
- The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has begun an investigation into the special education overhaul procedures currently underway at Houston ISD.
June 2026
13 events- The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is currently investigating alleged violations of Texas law concerning the conduct and failures of Milton Fields III and Monica Ryan.
- El Paso Independent School District operates within El Paso and receives staffing reports from the Texas Education Agency.
- Texas approved a program to boost teacher pay through the Texas Education Agency.
- Texas mandates standardized testing through the Texas Education Agency.
- The Texas Education Agency published results affecting state academic accountability.
- The state of Texas announced the allocation of TIA funds for the education system, utilizing the education agency and a university for research findings under state mandate.
- Texas legislature proposed mandates for statewide school bus requirements, with the Texas Education Agency reviewing data submissions.
- Leading efforts to drive economic growth in the state and pushing skilled trades into high school curriculum.
- Dixon was appointed to lead a Texas school district while the Texas Education Agency conducts an investigation.
- The Texas Education Agency announced directives to strengthen workforce development and expand Career and Technical Education.
- The Texas Education Agency conservator oversees Socorro Independent District operations, with David Solis serving as Chief Financial Officer.
- The final tax rate for Denton ISD requires review and approval from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
- The Texas Education Agency is responsible for state-wide assessment standards, and Dallas County is a county within the state.