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Oct. 22, 2026
Four key November races could push Texas education board further right

(Texas Tribune) Three conservative Republicans known for compromise on divisive topics did not seek reelection, while a seat representing the Rio Grande Valley could sway in either political direction.

How Boerne ISD’s new in-school prayer period will work

(San Antonio Express-News) Boerne ISD’s prayer period policy creates daily blocks for prayer and religious readings at every school.

Houston parents ‘appalled’ by Texas’ new social studies curriculum

(Courier Texas) Houston ISD’s state takeover and Bluebonnet Learning curriculum are drawing parent critiques, and in some cases, are prompting parents to pull their children out of the district.

Humble ISD trustees streamline process for acquiring some library materials

(Community Impact) Humble ISD trustees approved a change to the rules stipulating how the district’s School Library Advisory Council approves certain materials, a move that should streamline the process for committee members and librarians.

Ysleta ISD renames Cesar Chavez Academy

(KTSM) In a 6-1 vote, the Ysleta Independent School District Board of Trustees approved renaming Cesar Chavez Academy on Wednesday, Oct. 21 to The Academy. Dissenting school board member Shane Haggerty argued that there should be another name for the school that reflects the Mexican-American roots of the community.

Beaumont ISD: Sandi Massey has passed Superintendent Certification Exam

(KFDM) Beaumont ISD says superintendent Sandi Massey completed the Superintendent’s Certification exam and received notification that she has passed. Massey had said she was working toward the certification when the TEA appointed her to the position after the agency took over BISD.

2 months in, Austin ISD bus hubs draw continued concerns from parents

(KVUE) Austin ISD estimates its new high school transportation hub system will save about $1.8 million, but some parents say the changes have added transportation challenges and raised concerns about student safety. The district introduced centralized bus hubs for high school students this school year as part of efforts to reduce transportation costs. Elementary and middle school students continue to use neighborhood bus stops.

KHOU 11 Investigates: Houston-area school districts failed to report bus crashes to TEA

(KHOU) Nine districts reported no bus crashes to TEA for at least two of the past three years, despite other state data showing crashes within their boundaries.

Frisco ISD introduces fee-based bus service, expanding the number of students it serves

(WFAA) Frisco ISD will now offer bus services to students who previously didn’t have it, but families will have to pay a fee. The new fee-based system will provide bus service to students who do not currently qualify for it, the district said in a statement. The fare-based busing will only be available for established bus routes with available seats, officials said. No additional routes will be added, the district said. Families will pay $500 for the 2026-2027 busing service, while students on the free and reduced meal program will pay $175, officials said.

Austin ISD to end monthly health savings account contributions for employees in 2027

(KVUE) Austin ISD will stop contributing to employee health savings accounts in January 2027, a change the district estimates will save $9.2 million as healthcare costs continue to rise nationwide. The district currently contributes $133 a month to health savings accounts for employees enrolled in high-deductible, employee-only health plans. According to AISD, 5,274 employees are enrolled in this type of coverage.

New San Antonio ISD learning program praised for clarity, criticized as too rigid

(News4SA) San Antonio ISD has introduced the High Five Learning Initiative at most of its schools, a structured program built around posted daily objectives, weekly progress tracking, and end-of-class exit tickets. Some principals say it gives clearer direction. The San Antonio Alliance of Teachers and Support Personnel says it’s too rigid, with scripted slides and required classroom layouts, and that schools already doing well shouldn’t have to adopt it.

Advocates demand action after adults allegedly threaten to call ICE on students’ parents at High School volleyball game

(KPRC) Community advocates, the FIEL Houston immigrant family rights organization, and state representatives are demanding accountability from Houston ISD after adults at a high school volleyball game allegedly threatened to call ICE on students’ parents, and the confrontation was caught on video. The incident happened during a volleyball game between Austin High School and Kashmere High School. A video of the confrontation captured an adult saying: “We’re gonna call ICE on your parents.”

Northside ISD investigates allegations of abuse of nonverbal autistic student at Zachry MS

(News4SA) A Northside ISD teacher is under investigation. She’s accused of abusing a special needs kid at Zachry Middle School.

Former San Antonio charter teacher indicted on child sex abuse charges, records show

(KSAT) Priscilla Castro allegedly engaged in inappropriate behavior with a 15-year-old student during school hours at KIPP University Prep High School, police say. Records show Castro was indicted on one count of indecency with child sexual contact and one count of improper relationship between educator and student on Monday.

Trespassing student found with knife on Tomball ISD campus

(Fox 26 Houston) A Tomball ISD student was taken into custody on Tuesday after trespassing at another school with a knife, according to the district. The student reportedly followed other students through an entry door. A student who attends the school alerted staff to the trespassing student. School administration reportedly approached that student and found a knife in their backpack.

Inside the Conservative Takeover of the University of Texas

(Texas Monthly) A secretive president. A crusading provost. A domineering legislature. What are UT’s new leaders building? Related:

Texas A&M University-San Antonio opens new $55M public health and education building

(San Antonio Report) Texas A&M University-San Antonio opened the doors on a new $55 million Public Health and Education Building on Wednesday, which will serve over 1,200 students working toward degrees in education, public health and medicine.

UT El Paso professor uses graphic novels to engage reluctant readers, teach complex subjects

(El Paso Matters) From garbage to climate change, Brianna Anderson shows how graphic novels can build reading skills, empathy and environmental awareness in classrooms and youth programs.

Eligibility issues continue for top athletes in North Texas. Here’s what to know

(Fort Worth Star-Telegram) Argyle quarterback Hayes Hackney was ruled ineligible for not meeting UIL residency rules after transferring, and the district plans to appeal. His case is the latest in a year of North Texas eligibility problems, which knocked several baseball and softball teams out of the playoffs and sidelined top football transfers.

Texas is lobbying for the new U.S. Space Academy. Taxpayers could foot a $100 million bill

(Houston Public Media) There’s bipartisan momentum from Texas officials to make the Lone Star State the home of the U.S. Space Academy. A state commission suggested spending up to $100 million in taxpayer money to secure the selection.

Texas Comptroller announces executive order barring proof of COVID vaccination for businesses

(KAUZ) The Office of the Texas Comptroller Don Huffines has issued an executive order barring any business that demands proof of COVID-19 vaccination or recovery from its customers from receiving a Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts contract or grant. Under the order, every contractor and grantee must certify that it complies with Section 161.0085, Texas Health and Safety Code, and does not require customers to show COVID-19 vaccination or post-transmission recovery documentation to enter, gain access to, or receive service from its business.

P95 Academy brings baseball, softball and high-performance sports training to Katy area

(Covering Katy) P95 Academy, a sports training facility in Richmond near Katy and Fulshear, opened Aug. 1. It offers personalized strength, speed and agility training for athletes in many sports, with a special focus on baseball and softball. Players train in 70-foot indoor batting cages and use technology that tracks things like pitch speed and how hard the ball is hit. Owner Tim Clark says the goal is to help serious athletes reach the next level, from high school teams to college or the pros.

A Texas farmer donated his land before he died. Now it’s sending hundreds of students to college

(KENS) A Texas Panhandle farmer named Carl Nielsen left his land to the Gruver school district when he died. Local farmers now volunteer to farm it and sell the crops to fund scholarships. The program has given out more than $3 million and helped hundreds of Gruver graduates go to college or trade school.

Pine Tree ISD teachers save choking student’s life with Heimlich maneuver

(KLTV) During lunch on September 30 at Pine Tree ISD’s Parker Elementary in Longview, staff member Ashley Peterson noticed third-grader Kassidy Childress giving the choking signal. Peterson patted her on the back and called for help, and Assistant Principal Kyle Burns then performed the Heimlich maneuver, dislodging the obstruction. Both staff members credited their training. Kassidy’s mother said she felt blessed and forever grateful, and Kassidy thanked the staff for saving her life.

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