Category Archives: Texas State Board of Education

Texas State Board of Educaton May Have to Join the 21st Century


According to Valerie Strauss of the Washington Post, the Thomas B. Fordham Institute’s criticism of the Texas social studies curriculum may force the Texas State Board of Education to reopen the standards for a rewrite. As they say in the report: … Continue reading

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Texas State Board of Education needs a “Monkey Trial”


There are many things I like about living in Austin but the ultra-backward nature of some of the Texas politicians often makes me wonder why I continue to live in this state. I’ve met Governor Perry a few times and … Continue reading

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Texas State Board of Education Ignores Facts and Creates History


Though I am sure many past generations feel the same as I presently do, it seems like the United States is at a real decision point. I’ll admit upfront that I am a fan of science and my bias is … Continue reading

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