May 7, 2026

texas tribune

University of Texas approves rule limiting ‘controversial’ course topics, raising academic freedom concerns – The Times of India

University of Texas approves rule limiting ‘controversial’ course topics, raising academic freedom concerns – The Times of India

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The University of Texas System’s Board of Regents has unanimously approved a new rule requiring its universities to ensure students can graduate without being exposed to “unnecessary controversial subjects,” raising concerns among faculty, students, and civil rights advocates about its impact on academic freedom and career readiness. This report is based on coverage by The…

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Texas families begin applying for state-funded school vouchers as B program rolls out – The Times of India

Texas families begin applying for state-funded school vouchers as $1B program rolls out – The Times of India

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Texas opens applications for $1 billion private school voucher program Texas families can begin applying Wednesday for the state’s new private school voucher program, a major education policy set to launch in the 2026–27 school year. The program allows families to use taxpayer-funded education savings accounts to pay for private school tuition or home-school expenses….

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Texas Education Agency to take control of Fort Worth schools as district struggles with low student performance – The Times of India

Texas Education Agency to take control of Fort Worth schools as district struggles with low student performance – The Times of India

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Texas Education Agency to take over Fort Worth schools after low student performance The Texas Education Agency will remove the elected Fort Worth Independent School District board and appoint a state-run board of managers, Commissioner Mike Morath announced Thursday, according to the Texas Tribune. The takeover is the second-largest in Texas history.The move comes after…

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