Character Education

School districts and open-enrollment charter schools must adopt character education programs for students and identify criteria for Character Plus Programs.

Programs offered under Texas Education Code §29.906 must meet the following criteria:

• Stress positive character traits and personal skills as outlined in the law
• Use integrated teaching strategies 
• Be age appropriate

In selecting a character education program districts must also consult with parents of students, educators, and members of the community, including community leaders.

TEA must maintain a list of character education programs that meet the above criteria.

Character Plus Schools

• 2009-2010 Character Plus Schools (PDF, 8.73 MB)
• 2008-2009 Character Plus Schools (PDF, 644.79 KB)
• 2007-2008 Character Plus Schools (PDF, 803.08 KB)
• 2006-2007 Character Plus Schools (PDF, 1.17 MB)
• 2005-2006 Character Plus Schools (PDF, 1.49 MB)