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Texas AFT at the Capitol: Recap of Week 1 of the 89th Legislature
On Tuesday, Jan. 14, the 89th Texas Legislature gaveled in, and Texas AFT was proud to represent K-12 and higher education employees the Texas State Capitol in Austin. Local union presidents from across the state came together, along with Texas AFT President Zeph Capo, to receive training and strategize on our legislative agenda.
Read MoreTEA Seizes Control of B-Rated Houston ISD
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MoreTexas AFT, Every Texan announces plan to fully fund public schools
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MoreHouse Appropriations Committee Targets Diversity in Higher Education, Pensions Committee Considers Calling to Repeal WEP & GPO
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MoreThe Good Bills (TRS COLA) & Bad Bills (Vouchers & Book-Banning) of the Week
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MoreTexas Public School Employees Rally for ‘Respect’ in Austin
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2023 CONTACT: press@texasaft.org Texas Public School Employees Rally for ‘Respect’ in Austin After more than 500 teachers and school staff members met with legislators, Texas AFT plans to release research on Wednesday that outlines the true cost of respect for public schools. Texas AFT members...
Read MoreMarch 10, 2023: The Bill Filing Deadline; Working Conditions in the Teacher Vacancy Report
Friday, March 10, 2023 This week is National School Social Worker Week, and we should all take a moment to lift up these employees who help our kids face some of their toughest challenges. We know students bring a lot with them to school every day, that’s why having dedicated...
Read MoreWhat’s in the Teacher Vacancy Task Force Report? Working Conditions
This is the second of three deep dives we will take into the final report from the Texas Education Agency’s Teacher Vacancy Task Force. The recommendations from the report fell into three broad categories: CompensationWorking ConditionsTraining & Support Last week, we covered topics related to compensation. Today, we will take...
Read MoreBehind Closed Doors, the Voucher Fight Gets Ugly
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MorePriority Education Bills Filed Before Legislative Deadline
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MoreMarch 3, 2023: Celebrating Maintenance Workers & Women’s History Month
Friday, March 3, 2023 ‘Respect for Those of Us Who Are the Foundation of Every School’ Saturday, March 4, is Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day, an important time to recognize the too-often-ignored contributions of the support staff who keep schools safe, clean, and usable for our kids. Too many of our...
Read MoreAllies Rally for Public Education, School Safety at the Capitol
Texas AFT regularly participates in coalition work with allies related to our legislative priorities; in the past week, we have had the chance to join our coalition partners at the Capitol for successful advocacy days.
Read MoreWhat’s in the Teacher Vacancy Task Force Report? Compensation
This is the first of three deep dives we will take into the final report from the Texas Education Agency’s Teacher Vacancy Task Force issued last week. The recommendations from the report fell into three broad categories: CompensationTraining & SupportWorking Conditions Today, we will take a closer look at the...
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