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The Texas Education Agency oversees Pre-K through Grade 12 public education in Texas. #txed

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Texas Education Agency
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Statement from Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath #txed
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Statement regarding the administration of state assessments #txed
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PRESS RELEASE: TEA Issues Comprehensive Guidelines for a Safe Return to On-Campus Instruction for the 2020-2021 School Year #txed
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"There is no benefit to our children by requiring them to repeat a year based on a single test score given the disruptions of COVID, so we are waiving the grade promotion requirements from STAAR this year for our students." - Commissioner Morath
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Gov. Greg Abbott
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Waiving the grade promotion requirement related to STAAR testing for the upcoming 2020-21 school year. More information: @teainfo
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Texas Education Agency
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Great news! The Texas Department of Ag. has received a waiver that allows parents to pick up free school meals without their children present. We hope this change helps more families. To find a meal distribution site near you, visit: #txed
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Statement from Commissioner Morath #txed
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TEA statement in support of @GovAbbott ’s statewide closure of schools for the remainder of the 2019-20 academic year #TxEd #StayHomeTexas #ApartTogether
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Texas Education Agency
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Commissioner Morath on STAAR requirements: "Seniors can graduate as long as they meet the academic standards set by their respective districts." #AskAbbott #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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PRESS RELEASE: TEA Announces Additional Reopening Guidance Including Local Option For Online-Only Start to 2020-2021 School Year #txed 📽️
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Texas Education Agency
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Staying apart now means saving lives and getting back to our normal routines faster. Please reference our flier on how to stop the spread of COVID-19. Your actions matter. Thanks for your efforts.
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Texas Education Agency
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PRESS RELEASE: Texas Public School Districts and Campuses to receive a Not Rated: Declared State of Disaster Designation for 2019-20 Academic Accountability Cycle #txed #COVID19 #StayWellTexas
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Texas Education Agency
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Reminder to ALL TX Families: Every parent in our state still has the option to choose remote learning for their child—and TX leaders remain committed to fully funding remote instruction for any TX family that wants that option for their child during the entire 20-21 School Year.
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Texas Education Agency
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Texas parents: We’re continuing to provide at-home instructional support for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year, even though our school buildings remain closed. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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PRESS RELEASE: TEA Pauses A-F Ratings for 2020-21 School Year #txed 📰Read more:
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA is proud to announce a student-centered partnership with @TexasPBS . All 10 Texas PBS affiliates are now airing TEKS-aligned programming. The At-Home Learning Initiative consists of shows & supplemental materials that further support remote instruction
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Texas Education Agency
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Please be advised that @GovAbbott has issued a statewide call for Texans to take part in a moment of silence at 10:00 AM C.T. tomorrow, May 21, 2018, to honor the memory of the victims of the Santa Fe High School shooting. #txed
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@teainfo
Texas Education Agency
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With online instruction and rehearsals, @RomaISD ’s @NuevoSantander1 Varsity Mariachi program is keeping the beat going. This is a memorable way to utilize technology for the sake of ongoing instruction, team-building & sharing uplifting music. Well done! #txed #StayHomeTexas
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Nuevo Santander
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Here’s a clip of the Varsity mariachi first song from home
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Statement from the Texas Education Agency: “Governor Abbott’s Executive Order (GA-34) takes effect next Wed., March 10, 2021. Updated public health guidance from TEA will be coming this week.”
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA has issued updated guidance for Texas K-12 public and open-enrollment charter schools regarding the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) #txed (1/2)
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Texas Education Agency
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"For a little bit more time, we all must remain apart so that we can come back together" Commissioner Morath expresses support for @GovAbbott 's decision to extend the statewide closure of schools until May 4th #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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We honor the memory of Barbara Bush, a great American and Texan and champion of literacy who devoted her life to ensuring millions learned – and loved – to read as much as she did. (Photo: Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation) #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Tomorrow at 7 p.m., Commissioner Morath will join @GovAbbott , @TexasDSHS , and @TDEM for a statewide town hall to discuss Texas' COVID-19 response, available resources, and other information important to Texans. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Statement from Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath on the temporary statewide closure of schools #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Today, TEA honors the memories of the 21 lives lost at Robb Elementary. May the hearts and minds of all Texans be with the families of those lost, with the survivors, and the entire community of Uvalde.
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Texas Education Agency
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Press Release: TEA Announces Immediate Expansion of Teacher Vacancy Task Force to Include Two Dozen Additional Texas Public School Teachers 📰 | #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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To support continuous learning over the Summer, TEA & Renaissance are teaming up to provide Texas students with free access to digital books & news articles. Thousands of titles in English, Spanish & French will available for download. Learn more➡️. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Texas is prepared with the resources to protect the public during this time. In partnership with other state agencies, TEA will continually work to provide support to all our public school students, staff, and administrators. #txed #COVID19
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Texas Education Agency
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This Memorial Day, and every day, we honor the heroic fallen who’ve defended America till their last breath; the brave men and women who stepped up to defend our freedoms, support our way of life, and made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation. They will never be forgotten.
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Texas Education Agency
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The @ELPASO_ISD is coming through for its community, lending assistance to law enforcement, first responders, victims & their families following Saturday's tragedy. TEA joins Texans everywhere in thanking EPISD for its efforts as we send our prayers to El Paso. #ElPasoStrong
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Texas Education Agency
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Attention Texas teachers! TEA has a FREE online course to help you prepare for the English as a Second Language (ESL) supplemental 154 exam. Sign up today and get started on your way to becoming an ESL-certified teacher.
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Texas Education Agency
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You can spread #COVID19 without knowing you have it. Whether you have symptoms or not, #StayHome . If you have to go out, wear a mask/bandana/scarf, regularly wash your hands, and stay 6 feet apart. We must stay #ApartTogether to slow coronavirus.
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Texas Education Agency
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In response to coronavirus, @GovAbbott , @teainfo and @TexasDeptofAg have teamed up to launch a free meal finder so parents can access school lunches (and breakfasts) for their kids. Visit and select “Meal Pick-Up Locations” to find a school near you. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Thank a school counselor today -- and every day! Happy National School Counseling Week to the more than 12,000 counselors in our Texas public schools! #NSCW18 #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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#COVID19 lives on droplets in the lungs of people with the virus, even if they don’t have symptoms. When infected people breathe, the virus enters the air. If you can’t #StayHome , wear a mask/scarf/bandana, stay 6 feet apart, and wash your hands. #DontGoViral
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Texas Education Agency
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ICYMI: TEA and @TexasPBS have joined forces to air TEKS-aligned programming on all 10 Texas PBS affiliates. Tune in each weekday for educational programs specifically tailored for Pre-K through high school students. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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ICYMI - Earlier TEA Guidance Still Applies - School systems may begin the year virtually under TEA funding waivers for up to four weeks, and can extend that for an additional four weeks. TEA will also continue to adjust its waivers as the situation warrants. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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This has been a challenging few months for all of us and we’ve undoubtedly experienced a range of emotions during this time. Learn what you and your family can do to help each other out by watching this video. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Statement from Commissioner of Education Mike Morath on School Funding for the 2020-2021 Academic Year #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA wishes a Happy Mother’s Day to moms across Texas and the world…you are great teachers and loving & supportive guides through all of life’s difficulties and celebrations. You are amazing. And you are very much appreciated!
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Texas Education Agency
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On this #TeacherAppreciationDay , we thank all of the extraordinary Texas teachers for the work they do in making a positive difference in the lives of their students!
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Texas Education Agency
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Before social distancing, each person with #COVID19 can spread the virus to 2.5 more people. At that pace, most would get it, and many more people would die. But we can slow the spread. That’s why we all #StayHome . #ApartTogether we slow coronavirus.
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Texas Education Agency
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People with no symptoms have the potential to unknowingly spread COVID-19! That’s why it’s best for everyone in your family to stay at home and away from others as much as possible until instructed otherwise from state and local officials. #StayHomeTexas
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Texas Education Agency
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A BIG thank you to all of our Regional Education Service Centers for helping distribute PPE supplies to districts across the state.📷 @escregion6 #txed #TXStrong
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Teachers, thanks for all the hard work you do to educate the 5.3 million students in our public schools. Happy #TeacherAppreciationDay #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Across the state today, we celebrate Juneteenth and recognize this historic moment of freedom and liberation for formerly enslaved African Americans across the country. We must continue to stand for liberty for all.
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Texas Education Agency
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Commissioner Morath on online options and at-home instruction: "All of our school systems are ramping up options to support our families at home." #AskAbbott #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA sends best wishes to the students and staff of @UvaldeCISD for a successful first day back to school. Your display of strength, resilience, and courage during the past months has been inspiring. We join all Texans in standing with you. #UvaldeStrong
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Texas Education Agency
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There's still time to apply for a one-time P-EBT payment of $285. If your child qualified for free or reduced-price meals at schools that are part of the National School Lunch Program, you could be eligible. Details 👉
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Texas Education Agency
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📢Calling all Texas Educators Ready to become a bilingual educator? If so, TEA offers FREE online courses that support Texas teachers who want to become bilingual certified. Visit to start your journey.
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Texas Education Agency
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TX Educators: Explore this list of free online professional development resources and webinars created to support your learning goals and professional growth. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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We join you in celebrating all those who support our students every day. Thanks for what you do! @dallasschools @TIME #txed
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Dan Micciche
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HEROES OF THE FRONT LiNES Dallas cafeteria workers are the cover of today‘s Time Magazine!! Since school closed March 23, our cafeteria workers have made and distributed 1,017,483 meals.
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Texas Education Agency
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PRESS RELEASE: MealFinder Map for Texas Students is now live #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Happy Easter from all of us at the Texas Education Agency!
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Texas Education Agency
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Commissioner Morath waives grade 5 and 8 student retesting and retention requirements attached to STAAR: #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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The latest COVID-19 guidance from @TexasDSHS #txed For more information, please visit: or
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Texas Education Agency
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PRESS RELEASE: To further support at-home learning and gain an understanding of student progress, TEA has launched free, optional end-of-year (EOY) assessments that school systems and parents can choose to administer. #txed Read more:
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Texas Education Agency
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Did you know that washing your hands with soap & water eliminates #Coronavirus molecules preventing the virus from infecting you & others? The same is true when you disinfect surfaces. Science says it works. #COVID19 #txed #StayWellTexas
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Texas Education Agency
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To avoid the spread of COVID-19 in our community, practice social distancing: ✅Avoid going out in public ✅When in public, keep six feet of distance between you and others ✅Follow guidance provided by local and state officials. More information
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Texas Education Agency
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TX parents: visit to find locations for free school meals (breakfast or lunch) for all your public school children. Select “Meal Pick-Up Locations” to find a school near you. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TX educators: Complete the ESL certification training course for free and earn 12 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. Visit to get started today!
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA Announces Temporary Delay of Release of 2023 A-F Accountability Ratings Press Release:
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Texas Education Agency
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“Teachers went above and beyond the call of duty, educating kids in person and remotely under the most trying of circumstances.” On this #TeacherAppreciationDay , Commissioner Morath and TEA salute Texas’s more than 370,000 dedicated and inspiring educators. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA's English Learner Support Division is excited to announce the launch of FREE online courses to support Texas educators wanting to become bilingual certified. Visit to start your journey to becoming a bilingual educator in Texas! #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Individual STAAR report cards are being uploaded into the "Log In and Learn More" portal throughout the day. Individual reports should all be available by this evening. Please continue to check for your child's STAAR report card. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TX education professionals: TEA is seeking your assistance to identify qualified candidates who can serve on assessment-related committees. Apply today and help support the design and building of high-quality assessments for TX students. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Happy Texas Independence Day! On this day in 1836, the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed at Washington-on-the-Brazos.
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Texas Education Agency
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Commissioner Morath Statement On The Passing Of Grand Prairie ISD Superintendent Susan Hull
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All of us at TEA join our fellow Texans in supporting and praying for the students, families, teachers, and staff of Robb Elementary School and the entire Uvalde community. (1/2)
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Texas Education Agency
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"There is no other graduating class in American history that will have the same story you have." Commissioner Morath and all of us at TEA salute the Class of 2020 for their steadfast resolve amidst so much uncertainty. Best wishes on your future endeavors! #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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We say a huge thank you to the more than 350,000 teachers making a huge difference in the lives of Texas public school students. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! (Student art: Nicole Kimbrell, 2008) #teacherappreciationweek #thankateacher #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA is providing schools with guidance on four different options for graduation ceremonies. Schools will choose how best to celebrate their seniors. 🎓 #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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This has certainly been a challenging time for us all. Talking each day as a family is an effective strategy that can help make things better. This flier contains information you should know and advice on what to do during this stressful time. #StayStrongTX
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Texas Education Agency
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Texas teachers, we could not do what we do without your hard work and dedication to your students' success. Thank you! #teacherappreciationday #teacherappreciationweek #thankateacher #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA has launched Texas Home Learning 3.0 to support schools, teachers, parents, & students during the public health crisis & beyond. TEA will also offer a free learning management system to Texas schools for two years. #txed 📄
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Texas Education Agency
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It's National School Counseling Week! Join us in thanking the 12,000+ counselors providing guidance to Texas' public school students. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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We honor those who gave their lives on 9/11/01. We will never forget. #NeverForget911
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Texas Education Agency
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Parents, make sure you have your child's STAAR Access Code so you're ready to "Log In and Learn More" on June 13th. For more information, visit #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TX Parents: 2022 3-8 STAAR results are now available. Get your child’s STAAR scores and review each STAAR question and answer - along with your child’s answers at .
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Texas Education Agency
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The deadline to complete the #2020Census has been extended to Oct. 31, 2020. Respond online, by phone, or via mail and help shape the next 10 years of federal funding for public education. Visit .
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Texas Education Agency
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Did you know School Principals Day is May 1? Principals, we are grateful for all you do to help our students! #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Be sure to tune in every weekday to your local PBS affiliate for engaging, TEKS-aligned educational programs for Pre-K through high school students. Additional supplemental materials, including interactive lessons, can be found online at . #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Happy #PiDay to all our math nerds! #txed #PiDay2018
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Texas Education Agency
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We can all play a part in stopping the spread of #COVID19 . Remember to keep practicing social distancing, maintain healthy hygiene habits, and wear a face mask when you’re in public places like the grocery store. And if you can, #StayHomeTexas . #ApartTogether #TXStrong
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Texas Education Agency
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Parents, provides parent-friendly, grade level digital & print resources to support your child’s learning needs. These educational materials are available in both English and Spanish. Visit for Learning Plans for Pre-K-12th. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Statement from the Texas Education Agency #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Today is #WorldTeachersDay . Thank you to our educators across Texas for helping elevate the next generation of citizens and leaders; they cannot succeed without you. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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The P-EBT food benefit is for families & students who: 🔹Qualify for free/reduced-price meals in the 2019-20 school year; 🔹Attend a Community Eligibility Provision or Provision 2 campus that offers free meals to all students; or 🔹Received SNAP food benefits in March 2020. -1/2
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Texas Education Agency
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Texas, remember the importance of social distancing. If you must go out, avoid public spaces and keep your distance from others (at least 6 feet). If we continue to follow valuable public health guidance, fewer of our friends & family will be affected by COVID-19. #StayHomeTexas
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Texas Education Agency
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May 8-12 has been declared #TeacherAppreciationWeek by @GovAbbott - we thank you for your hard work and dedication to Texas students. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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TEA continues to work closely with @GovAbbott , @TexasDSHS and @TDEM to coordinate and plan the state’s response to COVID-19. For the latest information and resources, please visit: #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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The online application for P-EBT is now open for families of students who received SNAP food benefits for the month of March 2020 & qualified for free or reduced-price meals at schools that are part of the National School Lunch Program. Apply here:
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Texas Education Agency
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Texas Education Agency Announces Updates to Public Health Guidance; TEA Also Provides Updates to COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ 📃 #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Commissioner Morath waives grade 5 and 8 student retesting and retention requirements for Harvey students. #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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Districts and charters, please be advised of this information regarding hurricane-related waivers: #txed
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Texas Education Agency
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It’s National Teacher Appreciation Day (and Week)! We would like to thank all of you, our wonderful teachers, for the tremendous work you put into educating our students. Your vital work changes lives for the better. (📷 @dallasschools ) #txed #IAmTXEd
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Texas Education Agency
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Texas Families: If your child is currently enrolled in a Texas public school AND receiving special education services, your child may be eligible for a $1,500 online grant. Visit for more information and to apply.
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