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'We should have access': Bill to allow home-school students to participate in UIL sports on Abbott's desk
Texas home-schooled students are currently prohibited from taking part in University Interscholastic League (UI) extracurricular activities, but a bill that seeks to even the playing field has been sent to Gov. Greg Abbott.
Austin-area mother backs UIL bill that will allow home-school students to join extracurricular activities
With the introduction of SB 491 and the House version, HB 547, home-schooled children may soon be able to participate in University Interscholastic League (UIL) extracurricular programs through their local public school.
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Vernon father: Texas UIL bill will not change 'the way you home-school'
Much debate continues over whether Texas should pass SB 491 and the House version, HB 547, which would allow home-schooled children to participate in University Interscholastic League (UIL) extracurricular programs through their local public school.
Acellus Academy touts ability to help students hurt by COVID-19 with 'personalized and inclusive experiences'
Teaching and learning will continue to become more data-driven and adaptive to each individual student’s need, according to a home-schooling expert.
Abbott makes grant funding available for students with special learning needs
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) announced on Jan. 28 the state will make available grant funding of up to $1,500 for students with cognitive learning disabilities and special needs.
ATPE encourages students, parents to observe Black History Month
The Association of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE) is inviting students and parents to celebrate Black History Month in 2021.
TASB launches webinar to provide information about school board service
The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) recently announced that it is offering a free webinar for prospective school board candidates to learn about serving on the school board.
KELLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Keller ISD Honors Black History Month Throughout February
February is Black History Month and Keller ISD is excited about the opportunities it presents to specifically highlight achievements of Black Americans and celebrate Black culture.
MCKINNEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Grab & Go Meals Available this Spring on Student Holidays and Asynchronous (At-Home) Learning Days
McKinney, Texas – Free curbside Grab & Go meals for McKinney ISD students will be available at Finch Elementary
ALEDO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Aledo Isd Virtual Parenting University: Parenting in Challenging Times
The Aledo ISD will host a virtual Parenting University "Parenting Through Challenging Times" in partnership with the Aledo ISD PTO from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021.
DRIPPING SPRINGS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Superintendent Search and Input Opportunities
The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees is currently in the process of conducting a search for a new superintendent.
TPPF director: Increasing numbers of home school students could provide opportunity for public schools' approach to education
Since early 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic has posed many challenges on traditional public education.
TCASE: Great Ideas Conference 2021 registration open now
The Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education is encouraging individuals to register for Totally Unconventional Great Ideas 2021.
Texas lawmakers file bills to give equal access to home-schooled students for extracurriculars
Children who are homeschooled in several states have not been allowed to participate in public school extracurricular activities such as athletics and music but lawmakers in several states are aiming to end that prohibition.
Billings: schools should better use assessments, adopt asynchronous learning for student progress
Leveraging under-used assessments and embracing "asynchronous learning" can help students perform better in changing learning environments, a science and technology innovator said in an Education Daily Wire op-ed piece published late last year.
FRIENDSWOOD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: TMEA All-State Choir Results
On Saturday, January 16th nine amazing singers represented the Friendswood High School choir program at the highly competitive Area (All-State) Audition.
GRAPEVINE COLLEYVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Important Info for Students with Chromebooks
During the Spring Interim Assessment window, all district issued Chromebooks (grades 5-8) will be placed in KIOSK mode for test security purposes.
ALLEN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Job Fair on February 1
Social distancing and masks are required at the job
LOVEJOY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: Lovejoy ISD Covid Cases - Dashboard
In an effort to keep our parents, staff, and community informed, the dashboard below will be updated daily to reflect active test-confirmed COVID-19 cases in Lovejoy ISD.
HIGHLAND PARK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: HPISD will recognize Holocaust Remembrance Week
The district will join school district's across Texas during the last week of January to learn about the Holocaust through age-appropriate lessons.