KTTZ Radio Lubbock on Teacher Workforce
Over half of newly hired Texas teachers are uncertified to teach in public schools. KTTZ radio reporter Brad Burt reported from a Philanthropy Advocates co-sponsored education forum, where local experts talked about teacher pay, preparedness,…
Teacher Prep in the 2025 State of the State Address
According to Governor Abbott’s office: “Teachers pay a key role in the success of Texas students and our state. They educate the next generation of entrepreneurs, scientists, and leaders, shaping the future of our state…
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on Uncertified Teachers
This article appeared in the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. The coverage stems from a breakfast forum in Lubbock on January 31, 2025 focused on the high percentage of uncertified teachers in Texas schools. Reliance on uncertified teachers…
Governor Seeks to Expand Career Training
Governor Greg Abbott has called attention to the need for Texas lawmakers to “provide the education and training needed to develop a highly-skilled workforce and prepare Texans for in-demand, good paying jobs.” At Philanthropy Advocates,…
Texas Tech Forum Highlights Workforce Needs Well-Prepared Teachers
“Students Earn When They Learn” Texas Tech Forum Highlights Workforce Needs Well-Prepared Teachers Lubbock, Texas – Education leaders, public officials, and community members gathered this morning at Texas Tech University to address the threat that unprepared…
KCBD TV – Texas public schools facing shortages of well-trained teachers
KCBD TV in Lubbock covered an event co-hosted by Philanthropy Advocates focused on the need for more well-prepared teachers. View the full story here. Texas public schools facing shortages of well-trained teachers LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD)…
House Committee on Public Education interim report 2024
The Texas House Committee on Public Education released its 2024 interim report. The report touches on aspects of Philanthropy Advocates’ four major policy priority areas for the 89th Texas legislative session: Early childhood education settings…
Philanthropy Advocates 2025 Legislative Priorities
State lawmakers have a chance this legislative session to address key challenges affecting education in Texas. These legislative priorities reflect a roadmap for our state’s critical education efforts, and we look forward to working with…
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