Gov. Abbott responds to student walkouts in Texas: ‘About time students like this were arrested’

TEA warns of state takeovers for “encouraging” student protests

The state education agency issued guidance to districts after Gov. Greg Abbott directed its commissioner to investigate the student protests of killings by federal agents.

Gov. Abbott responds to student walkouts in Texas: ‘About time students like this were arrested’

Gov. Greg Abbott took to X to respond to the ongoing student-led walkouts tied to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity on Tuesday.

Texas Education Agency says students, schools could face serious consequences for walkouts

Texas education officials issued new guidance Tuesday afternoon warning students, teachers and school districts of potential consequences for participating in or facilitating political walkouts during school hours.The Texas Education Agency released the guidance in response to Governor Greg Abbott's call to investigate instances of what he called "inappropriate political activism" that disrupts learning in public schools.Under the new guidance, …

Texas student walkouts: TEA releases new guidance outlining consequences, responsibilities

The Texas Education Agency has released new guidance regarding student walkouts and absences, as well as educator and district responsibilities.

Four Days after Comal ISD Students Protest ICE, Abbott Cracks Down on 'Political Activism'

School districts that “facilitate” student walkouts for protests will be investigated and teachers could lose their licenses if they allow “instances of inappropriate political activism,” Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Twitter today. He also threatened to strip funding for districts that allow “disruptive” walkouts and warned of potential takeover of school districts that don’t comply with his orders. Education Commissioner Mike Morath also…

Texas Education Agency's Stance on Walk Outs

The TEA released guidance on student walkouts, absences, and political activism in public schools, outlining potential consequences for students, teachers, and districts.