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Texas Dems vowed seismic education change. Here’s how schools could change for millions of students
The end to GOP dominance in Texas will likely have major implications for K-12 education policies, including the future of school vouchers and state takeovers.
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6m‘Political punching bag’: After years of conflict, Austin sees an opening with new Democratic leaders
The Austin City Council has been met with great state opposition for over a decade. Members think things are about to change.
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8mGina Hinojosa’s victory could change Austin ISD’s fate. But state law may stand in the way.
The Texas governor-elect and former AISD trustee has vowed to replace the state’s education commissioner, who decides state interventions.
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3mPamela Mathai, Cynthia Soliz advance to runoff for AISD’s District 9 seat
The District 9 At-Large seat is one of the Austin school district’s two districtwide representative positions.
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4mAustin ISD voters re-elect Hunter for District 1, choose Neufeld for District 4
District 1 represents central and northeast Austin and District 4 represents central and northwest Austin
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4mSarah Dille, Laurie Solis win Districts 6, 7 seats on Austin ISD school board
Austin ISD’s District 6 traces south Interstate 35, from south central Austin to the boundaries of Hays County, and District 7 represents southwest Austin.