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July 28, 2026

Dan Patrick directs Texas Senate to study ways to further ingrain religion into public life

(Texas Tribune) The lieutenant governor released seven new charges for state senators to study before the Legislature reconvenes, including ways to “inform and remind Texans of their religious liberty rights.” One of the charges instructs lawmakers to examine ways to educate Texans about their right to practice their religion “in all settings, including, but not limited to: education, workplace, government, and healthcare.”

In ‘limbo’: North Texas family’s legal battle with school district could affect special ed statewide

(KERA) Six months after the Texas Education Agency determined Weatherford ISD needed to provide a student with residential placement to address his behavior and educational needs, the family is still waiting. Lawyers and advocates warn Kelton Lightfoot’s case could weaken an official complaint process meant for students with disabilities and have far-reaching implications for accessible education in Texas.

‘Our obligation under the law’: Why does TEA take over school districts?

(San Antonio Express-News) Last fall, the Texas Education Agency took over four school systems because of academic performance issues. Eight districts are now under TEA oversight. “We never want to have to intervene in a school system,” said Steve Lecholop, Texas Education Agency deputy commissioner for governance. “But if there is a trigger, then we’re obligated as the state agency to kind of adhere to our obligation under the law.”

Houston ISD’s 100 highest-paid employees make at least $179K. Who are they?

(Houston Chronicle) Houston ISD’s top 100 paid employees make at least $179,000. The top-paid employees range from $179,000 to $462,000.

Most San Antonio school districts head into a new school year with budget deficits

(San Antonio Report) All but three of San Antonio’s public school districts will likely be operating in the red again this school year.

Waste Watch: Beaumont ISD spent $250,000 to lock up student phones, now reversing course

(News4SA) One year after Beaumont ISD spent nearly a quarter-million dollars on a districtwide program to keep students off their cell phones, the district is changing course.

Georgetown ISD weighs tax rate election to raise $8.4M for teacher, staff pay

(CBS Austin) Georgetown ISD leaders say they have run out of room to cut costs without affecting classrooms, and they are weighing a tax rate election to help keep up with rising education expenses. Superintendent Devin Padavil said the district is formulating a Tax Rate Election to create more financial flexibility to pay teachers and help cover day-to-day operational costs. If voters approve a tax rate election, the district says it would generate $8.4 million for district spending.

Corpus Christi ISD board pulls demolition contracts from agenda, wants more time before moving forward

(KRIS) The Corpus Christi ISD board of trustees pulled demolition contracts from Monday’s agenda, saying the district wants to ensure staff and contractors are prepared before work begins.

Belton ISD program gives classroom aides a path to becoming certified teachers

(KWTX) Belton ISD is helping paraprofessionals already working in its classrooms become fully certified teachers through its Teacher Pathway program, a “grow your own” initiative now in its second year, at a time when many districts in the area are facing teacher shortages.

Judge dismisses lawsuit against Amarillo ISD in case of teen’s death

(KFDA) An Amarillo judge has dismissed the lawsuit against Amarillo ISD involving the death of former Amarillo High School student Jaxson Mendoza. According to court documents filed July 21, 2026, the judge dismissed the case that accused the district of violating 14-year-old Jaxson Mendoza’s civil rights by not accommodating his epilepsy. He died in August of 2022 of a seizure while warming up on the Amarillo High School track.

Socorro school district trustee accused of choking teen at Father’s Day barbecue

(KFOX) Socorro ISD trustee Ryan Reid Woodcraft was arrested after being accused of assaulting a 16-year-old during a Father’s Day barbecue in far East El Paso. According to court records, Woodcraft allegedly tackled the teenager, dragged them into a house, and placed them in a chokehold during the incident.

SBEC Lets Sanctioned Special Ed Teacher Stay in Classroom

(Texas Scorecard) Dalois Woodard can keep teaching despite a judge finding she engaged in inappropriate contact and failed to report aides mistreating Aldine ISD special-needs students.

Alice ISD PTA president charged with allegedly stealing nearly $30,000

(KRIS) The president of Alice ISD’s Schallert Elementary Parent Teacher Association has been arrested and charged with allegedly stealing nearly $30,000 from the organization, Alice Police Chief Eden Garcia told KRIS 6 News. Erika Reeves, who took over as PTA president from a prior leader, faces charges of theft of property greater than $2,500 but less than $30,000 and forgery of a financial instrument.

Plano ISD teacher facing 3 additional charges for indecency with a child

(Fox 4 KDFW) Former Plano ISD elementary teacher Paul Campbell faces three new warrants for indecency with a child following his initial arrest for continuous sexual abuse. An 8-year-old student reported Campbell inappropriately touched her and other female second-graders at his desk throughout the past school year.

El Paso Community College awaits decisions on proposed programs to earn Workforce Pell Grants for job training

(El Paso Matters) El Paso Community College is seeking approval for two Workforce Pell programs, but state and federal reviews could delay the new financial aid for short-term career training.

Being ruled ineligible upended this North Crowley QB’s life. Now, he’s back

(Fort Worth Star-Telegram) North Crowley (Crowley ISD) High School quarterback TJ Rushing is set to return to varsity football after missing last season when he was ruled ineligible under UIL transfer rules, a decision that dramatically altered his athletic career and personal life. The setback forced Rushing to sit out while watching his teammates compete, but he continued training and remained committed to returning to the field. With his eligibility restored, he is preparing to lead North Crowley this season and is using the experience as motivation. Rushing says the adversity strengthened his resilience and appreciation for the opportunity to play again.

One shot, no suspect, no answers: Jasper ISD Coach Ayden Burt’s death a mystery two years later

(News4SA) Nearly two years after a beloved Jasper teacher and coach was struck by a single bullet while sitting with friends at a crowded San Antonio rooftop bar, the investigation remains at a standstill—and the person responsible has never been identified. Ayden Rose Burt, 28, was attending the Texas High School Coaches Association Conference when she was shot just after midnight on July 23, 2024, while sitting on a lounge chair on the second-floor patio of Smoke Skybar on Crockett Street.

Congresswoman, attorney argue a Houston ISD student from Russia is here legally. He was detained by ICE anyway

(Houston Public Media) Alim Garipov, 18, was released three days after his July 17 arrest by federal agents. Immigration experts say his detention, for an overstayed visa with a pending asylum case, is a demonstration of the significantly wider net ICE is casting under the Trump administration.

The latest front in the Texas trans wars? The American Revolution

(Fort Worth Star-Telegram) A Texas member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and her supporters are calling on the national nonprofit organization to bar transgender women from its ranks, pitting traditionalists against progressives on yet another culture war battlefield.

Texas data centers get billions in tax breaks from the state. Should that end?

(Fort Worth Star-Telegram) Should Texas keep giving data centers a break on paying sales tax? That’s the $3 billion question before state lawmakers as they prepare for their next legislative session.

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