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A Spectacular Display
Thomas Wirth, Coronado Junior High, Plainview ISD

Welcome to the Texas Education Agency

The mission of the Texas Education Agency is to provide leadership, guidance and resources to help schools meet the educational needs of all students. (read more about the agency)

Agency News

December 21, 2012

Commissioner Williams names final member of EPISD board of managers

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams today named Dr. Blanca Enriquezof El Paso as the fifth and final member of a board of managers for the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD).

December 17, 2012

Review of Emergency Operation Plans

In light of the tragic elementary school shooting in Newtown, CT., it is imperative that we ensure the continued safety of all Texas students. Consequently, at the recommendation of Gov. Rick Perry, Commissioner Michael L. Williams Monday directed public schools to immediately review district emergency operation plans.

December 11, 2012

Final 2012 AYP results posted

The final 2012 Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) results  are posted now that the appeals process has concluded. For the vast majority of districts and campuses, the ratings remain the same as those issued this summer.

December 07, 2012

Alvin teacher wins $25,000 Milken award

Kristi Plummer knew that today was going to be a special day at her school in the Alvin Independent School District because both Gov. Rick Perry and Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams were coming to visit. What she didn’t know was that they were coming to Passmore Elementary School specifically to honor her. During a schoolwide assembly this morning, Plummer, a math intervention specialist, was stunned to learn that she is the latest recipient of the $25,000 Milken National Educator award.