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Nicholas Moulder, Austin Academy, Garland ISD
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Agency News
October 09, 2012
Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams announced today that participation in Advanced Placement (AP) tests by Texas public school students was up by 4 percent in the 2011-2012 school year. According to data from the College Board, performance increased for all students by 9.1 percent, with African-American and Hispanic students showing the greatest gain in performance at 12 percent and 13.9 percent, respectively.
October 02, 2012
Strong management and a sound process have resulted in an outstanding return on the investments of the Permanent School Fund for the most recent fiscal year, the Texas Education Agency announced today.
October 01, 2012
The Texas Education Agency today announced the launch of a new free online college and career planning website for Texas students, parents and educators. The Texas College & Career resource site, www.texascollegeandcareer.org, provides information about college options, academic and financial preparation for college, higher education admissions and career research.
September 28, 2012
Ten Texas companies have been named recipients of the State Board of Education’s Employers for Education Excellence (EEE) Award for 2012. This year several leaders of the science and energy industry were among those recognized for their continuing support of Texas public school students.