Not enough Texans know that retired teachers do not have access to social security.
Teachers are entirely reliant on the state for their retirement.
That's why as Lt. Governor I will fight tooth-and-nail to finally give our retired teachers a cost-of-living-adjustment.
Final Appeal: I heard over the weekend that 1.2 million voters are expected to vote in the March 1 Primary. There are OVER 1.5 million educators and retired educators in Texas. Let that sink in when people are elected who are trying to kill the opportunity of free, appropriate,
Got a 2.4 GPA my first semester in college. Thought maybe I wasn’t cut out for engineering. Today I’ve landed two spacecraft on Mars, and am now designing one for the Moon.
STEM is hard for everyone. Grades ultimately aren’t what matter. Curiosity and perseverance matter.
And how does "school choice" solve the problem of providing the best education possible to all students? It creates a parallel system of schools, funded out of the same bucket, not on level playing fields. Our traditional public schools need support more than ever. #txlege
State accountability for student achievement has its place, but parents + local communities should have a voice in measuring what matters. Thank you @GeorgetownISD and the other districts who are honoring those voices through community-based accountability. 👏
New: @GovAbbott has called a special #txlege session starting July 8.
"Agenda items will be announced prior to the convening of the special session," his office says.
The HB3 cleanup bill (HB1525) conference committee bill has passed both houses. Outcomes based funding has been removed. Thank you for engaging! This fight may not be done forever but it is over for now. Thank you for making your voices heard. #Txed#Txlege
At the Domain, ran into a few students shopping for Prom... Brought such joy & appreciation to my ❤️. To the mom’s wiping tears & dad’s with proud smiles in the fitting rooms— your love is felt... 😌💞
Need something for prom— email or come by to see me! I got you! @EastViewHS
Today on #PowerSupers, Dr. Fred Brent of @GeorgetownISD shares what guides his leadership journey. "It demands a commitment to a brighter future that allows kids to pursue their hopes and dreams through profound learning experiences." https://t.co/VZO5XQLfZM #moreofwhatmatters
After weeks of inconsistent guidance from TEA and Texas leadership on schools reopening in the fall, Dr. @briantwoods1 has set the tone for school districts across the state. Thank you for continuing to fight for the safety of our students and teachers! 👏@NISD#GoodTrouble#TxEd
Dallas Independent School District Superintendent Michael Hinojosa to @GarrettHaake:
"I'm starting to have second thoughts" about being able to open schools Aug. 17 due to coronavirus, and "I seriously doubt" there will be high school football in Texas this fall.
Williamson County and the
@WCCHD are offering a free public testing site starting April 30th. The WCCHD will be using an online screening tool to assess if someone is eligible for a COVID-19 test. For more info & to visit the screening site, visit https://t.co/gQNsLyVcTD…
Tonight, let's have tributes of appreciation for school teachers. Because you're amazing, vital engines of optimism that our nation can and will become a better place. Thank you to all who answer the call to service. May the country that emerges appreciate you more.