The end draws near

Budget issues remain

Wrangling over the state budget continues at the State Capitol as time runs short for lawmakers to reach an agreement before the end of the 82nd Legislature. At this point, many insiders are speculating that a special session will be needed to resolve budget issues. More

More than the budget

Other bills could affect education just as much

While it may seem that this session is all about the state budget—and in many ways it is—there are other bills and issues being considered at the State Capitol that could have a profound effect on the state of Texas public education. More

PAC’s Peak Challenge reaches the top

Advocates like you made it happen

Go ahead and congratulate yourselves—ATPE’s PAC’s Peak Challenge has been a rousing success. Since February, when we introduced the goal of raising $10,000 for the ATPE Political Action Committee (ATPE-PAC), ATPE members have donated more than $14,800! More

Prepare for the House of Delegates

Participate in our webcast before attending the ATPE Summit

Get a sneak peek at what to expect at the first-ever ATPE Summit and learn about your important role in the ATPE House of Delegates (HOD) during the Summit Orientation and HOD Review Webcast. You could even win one of two $100 gift cards for participating! More

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