Managing Editor

Building the Teacher Pipeline: Corpus Christi ISD’s Associate Teacher Program Opens Doors for Future Educators

From paraprofessional to teacher of record, 2025 ATPE Charles Pickitt Associate Educator of the Year Award winner Ashlee Galvan found her calling through Corpus Christi ISD’s innovative Associate Teacher program. With mentorship from leaders like fellow ATPE member Diana Ybarra, she’s proof this program is transforming lives.

September 24, 2025

Legal·Podcast

The ATPE Podcast: Miscellaneous Types of Educator Leave

In this episode of The ATPE Podcast, ATPE Managing Attorney Lance Cain wraps up our three-part series on educator leave, focusing on assault leave, civic duty leave, military leave, administrative leave, and more.

August 28, 2025

Profile

The Force Is Strong with Vicki Rowe: Celebrating a Lifetime of Teaching Excellence

After 42 remarkable years shaping minds, Taylor ISD’s Vicki Rowe has earned the prestigious H-E-B Lifetime Achievement Award. We sat down with her to celebrate this honor and reflect on her inspiring career.

August 7, 2025

Classroom

Breaking the Silence: Students and Survivors Lead a Movement Against Eating Disorders in Schools

One Round Rock high school student is developing a model for students and survivors to break the silence on eating disorders in schools through personal stories, advocacy, and empowerment.

August 6, 2025

Advocacy·Classroom

Can House Bill 6 Help Save Texas Classrooms?

Two veteran educators reflect on a growing crisis in Texas classrooms where rising student misbehavior and vanishing support systems are both pushing teachers to the brink and raising urgent questions about the promise of House Bill 6.

August 6, 2025

Classroom

Bringing Learning to Life: How Puppets and Masks Empower Students and Spark Engagement

In classrooms across Texas, puppets and masks are doing more than just entertaining; they are also inspiring joy. Meet two educators who are using these creative tools to turn everyday lessons into moments of connection, courage, and self-discovery.

May 20, 2025

TxEd

The Purple Star Campus Designation: A Commitment to Military-Connected Students

Texas school districts that step up to support military-connected students earn the Purple Star Campus Designation. For Weslaco ISD, this honor highlights a commitment to helping military families thrive both academically and emotionally.

March 27, 2025

Classroom·TxEd

National Student Council: When Students Speak Up, Adults Listen

NSC is giving young Texans the tools to lead, advocate, and make a difference in their schools and communities. Discover how student leadership is driving change and amplifying voices statewide.

January 21, 2025

ATPE·Profile

Cultivating Passion: Meet Christine Mihealsick, ATPE Member and Texas Teacher of the Year

After being named Texas Teacher of the Year, ATPE member Christine Mihealsick is ready to use her new platform to spread positivity, helping fellow educators find joy in their work and support in their struggles.

November 18, 2024

Classroom·TxEd

Answering the Call: How Military Veterans Could Help Address Teacher Shortages

What’s standing in the way of transitioning service members becoming teachers, and are they even a good fit for the classroom?

August 27, 2024

David George