Texas’ longstanding “Robin Hood” school finance system will face a new legal challenge
Read full article: Texas’ longstanding “Robin Hood” school finance system will face a new legal challengeMidland school trustees argue they have minimal control over local taxes and can’t properly serve students as a recapture system redistributes millions of the district’s revenue.
Student success should mean more state money for universities, Texas agency suggests
Read full article: Student success should mean more state money for universities, Texas agency suggestsThe state’s higher education agency recommends Texas lawmakers revamp funding for public universities that rewards schools for student success.
Texas schools say they still face budget difficulties despite $8.5 billion boost
Read full article: Texas schools say they still face budget difficulties despite $8.5 billion boostPublic school leaders told lawmakers how they're navigating finances, teacher quality and special education after last year’s state funding overhaul.
UNT approves buyouts for professors, faculty as it tackles budget shortfalls
Read full article: UNT approves buyouts for professors, faculty as it tackles budget shortfallsA drop in international student enrollment and state funding contributed to financial woes at the University of North Texas. Other state colleges face similar challenges.