Texas needs well-trained teachers. Investing in preparation supports students and improves teacher retention.
The 89th Legislature has the opportunity to take a comprehensive, targeted approach to address Texas’s well-trained teacher shortage and to fulfill Governor Abbott’s emergency item request to invest in high-quality teacher preparation pathways. SB 2253…
Testimony to the Senate Economic Development Committee in Support of SB 2979 Childcare Innovation Pilot
Becky Calahan with Philanthropy Advocates submitted written testimony FOR SB 2979 which would establish a child-care innovation pilot program to increase access to high-quality childcare programs. Read more
Less than 60 Days Left to Adopt Student-Centered Education Policies
With less than 60 days left in the 2025 legislative session, Texas lawmakers have many opportunities to ensure students have access to education that will lead them to lifelong economic mobility. Encouragingly, leaders in both…
Watch Testimony to the Senate K-16 Committee in Support of SB 2253 Teacher Talent Pipeline
Becky Calahan with Philanthropy Advocates testified FOR Senate Bill 2253, which would invest in results-driven, practice-based teacher preparation programs. Watch
Testimony to the Senate K-16 Committee in Support of SB 2253 Teacher Talent Pipeline
Becky Calahan with Philanthropy Advocates submitted written testimony FOR Senate Bill 2253, which would invest in results-driven, practice-based teacher preparation programs. Read more
Testimony to the House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee in Support of HB 3963 Early Childhood Integrated Data System
Becky Calahan with Philanthropy Advocates submitted written testimony FOR HB 3963 which would improve transparency and efficiency in the delivery of early childhood education across multiple state agencies. Read more
Testimony to the Senate K-16 Committee in Support of SB 1786 Community College
Ryan Franklin with Philanthropy Advocates submitted written testimony FOR the Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 1786, which would improve data collection and enhance community college student outcomes in Texas. Read more
Testimony to the Senate K-16 Committee in Support of SB 2252 Early Reading & Math
Ryan Franklin with Philanthropy Advocates submitted written testimony FOR SB 2252, which would enhance the Early Education Allotment to increase access to high-quality Pre-K programs. Read more
