Educate Texas - Philanthropy Advocates

Philanthropy Advocates was formerly known as the Texas Education Grantmakers Advocacy Consortium (TEGAC) until August 2020. Previously-created resources, documents and blog posts mentioning TEGAC are still provided on this website for your reference.

Philanthropy Advocates applauds the Texas Senate’s efforts in their current budget proposal

Looks forward to policy advancements to improve access to high quality early learning, funding for community colleges, and prioritizing teacher retention

This week, the Senate Finance Committee will be discussing Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Senate’s budget proposal for the 2023 legislative session. We thank Senate budget authors for their initial and ongoing work to invest in Texas education to advance and current and future workforce.

Public Comment to TEA - Algebra 1 in 8th Grade

Public Comment to TEA - Algebra 1 in 8th Grade

Philanthropy Advocates has provided public comment to the Texas Education Agency for consideration as the agency continues to reimagine the state’s public education accountability system. Our public comment aims to increase student access to Algebra 1 in 8^th grade as we continue to pursue systems in Texas education that increase students’ opportunities in their academic and career pursuits.

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Philanthropy Advocates applauds the Texas Senate’s efforts in their current budget proposal

Public Comment to TEA - Algebra 1 in 8th Grade

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