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Power in Numbers—How Voting in the General Election Benefits Public Education

In this episode, ATPE Governmental Relations Director Monty Exter discusses the importance of registering to vote and showing up to the polls in the November general election.

October 4, 2024

ATPE·Podcast

Listen to the newest episode of The President’s Podcast

Join 2024-25 ATPE State President Jason Forbis for his first podcast recapping the activities of the ATPE Board of Directors.

October 30, 2024

ATPE·Legal·Podcast

Parental Access to Education in Texas—What You Should Know

In this episode, ATPE Staff Attorney Martha Moring shares important information about Texas parents’ rights to access their children’s education, including the limitations, confidentiality of records, and classroom visitation.

October 30, 2024

Advocacy·Podcast·Video

The State of Education Policy

In this episode, ATPE Governmental Relations Director Monty Exter explains how together we can impact Texas education policy beyond just the threat of vouchers.

August 8, 2024

Advocacy·Podcast·Video

Runoff Elections—You Must Be Present to Win

In this episode, ATPE Governmental Relations Director Monty Exter explains the how, when, and why of voting pro-public ed in the upcoming runoff election.

May 15, 2024

Advocacy·Podcast·Video

Upcoming School Board and Bond Elections

In this episode, ATPE’s newest lobbyist Heather Sheffield discusses the May school board and bond elections and why they matter for Texas educators.

April 19, 2024

Learning and Development·Podcast·Video

Rethinking Professional Learning

In this episode, ATPE’s new Engagement and Learning Specialist Andrea Hutlock describes ATPE’s initiatives to rethink professional learning for educators.

March 27, 2024

Advocacy·Podcast·Video

After Four Special Sessions, Are We Out of the Woods Yet?

In this episode, ATPE Governmental Relations Director Monty Exter updates us on where we stand on vouchers and funding after the latest special session.

December 14, 2023

SBOE approves controversial instructional materials November 20, 2024
More than 100 members of the public expressed concern about the content and age appropriateness of Bluebonnet Learning materials.
Teach the Vote’s Week in Review: Nov. 15, 2024 November 15, 2024
Voucher supporters propose going for “the whole enchilada” on vouchers, ATPE talks with NBC and CBS, and Social Security legislation goes up for consideration before the U.S. Senate.
Republicans on video bragging about going for “the whole enchilada” on vouchers November 12, 2024
As the rhetoric heats up and we inch closer to the start of the 89th legislative session, it is important to demand those asking for and supporting any voucher proposal to do so honestly and in good faith, providing transparency and agency to Texas taxpayers.

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