TX TEA News

26 Texas Public Schools Honored as Inaugural Lone Star Ribbon Schools

The Texas Education Agency announces 26 public schools as inaugural Lone Star Ribbon Schools, recognizing outstanding academic performance and efforts to close achievement gaps. Governor Greg Abbott announced the honorees, representing schools from urban, suburban, and rural communities across Texas. This program transitions from the National Blue Ribbon Schools program to a Texas-specific recognition initiative.

Texas Education Agency Launches Hotline for Homeless Students Under McKinney-Vento Act

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has launched the TEHCY Support Hotline (1-855-858-3429) to provide real-time technical assistance to families and educators supporting students experiencing homelessness under the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. The hotline operates Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CST, and complements a web-based intake form and the existing TEHCY Regional Network of 20 Education Service Centers supporting over 1,200 school systems.

81% Texas Schools Earn A Rating 2024-2025

81% Texas Schools Earn A Rating 2024-2025

2025 Annual Report Highlights Texas Student Success

The Texas Education Agency released its 2025 Annual Report on January 28, 2026, providing a comprehensive overview of achievements and challenges affecting the state's more than 5.5 million public school students. The report offers performance data and strategic insights for policymakers, educators, families, and community members. Also released was the 2024-25 Pocket Edition, a condensed resource containing student demographics and teacher/staff statistics.

Student Walkout Guidance - Consequences for Students, Educators, Districts

The Texas Education Agency released guidance to Texas school systems outlining consequences for student walkouts and political activism during school hours. Students who walk out must be marked absent, and schools risk losing daily attendance funding if they allow or encourage walkouts. Educators who facilitate walkouts are subject to investigation and potential licensure revocation by the State Board for Educator Certification. School districts that support walkouts may face appointment of a monitor, conservator, or board of managers.