High School Graduation Requirements in Texas
A clear guide to Texas high school graduation rules, from core credits to STAAR exam requirements
editorMay 12, 2025
Independent School Districts in Texas
Understanding the structure of the public school system in Texas
The Edgewood v. Kirby Case and School Finance Reform
How a 1989 Texas Supreme Court decision forced the state to confront deep funding disparities between wealthy and impoverished school districts.
editorMay 15, 2025
Compulsory Attendance and Truancy Laws in Texas
Texas law requires children to attend school, but the state’s enforcement system is designed to support families and respect parental decision-making.
editorJune 4, 2025
Education Finance in Texas
Overview of Texas' school finance system, including state, local and federal sources of revenue
editorNovember 20, 2022
Texas State Board of Education
15-member elected board that sets curriculum for public schools
editorNovember 19, 2022
Texas Education Agency
Coordinating agency within Texas' decentralized public education system
editorNovember 18, 2022