#1
Which governing body in Texas oversees the state's education policies?
Texas Education Agency
ExplanationThe Texas Education Agency oversees education policies in the state.
#2
When was the latest major overhaul of the education policy in Texas?
2017
ExplanationThe latest major overhaul of education policy in Texas occurred in 2017.
#3
What is the role of the Texas State Board of Education?
To set curriculum standards and adopt textbooks for public schools
ExplanationThe Texas State Board of Education sets curriculum standards and adopts textbooks.
#4
Which Texas law guarantees every child the right to a free public education?
Texas Constitution, Article 7
ExplanationTexas Constitution, Article 7 guarantees every child the right to free public education.
#5
Which Texas governor signed the House Bill 3, a significant education finance reform bill?
Greg Abbott
ExplanationGreg Abbott signed House Bill 3, a significant education finance reform bill.
#6
What is the purpose of the Texas Virtual School Network?
To provide online courses for K-12 students in Texas
ExplanationThe purpose of the Texas Virtual School Network is to provide online courses for K-12 students.
#7
What is the purpose of the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR)?
To provide data on student performance in state assessments
ExplanationThe purpose of TAPR is to provide data on student performance.
#8
Which of the following is a major component of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's responsibilities?
Financial aid programs
ExplanationFinancial aid programs are a major component of the coordinating board's responsibilities.
#9
What is the purpose of the Texas Education Agency's (TEA) accreditation process?
To evaluate the quality of education provided by schools
ExplanationThe TEA accreditation process evaluates the quality of education in schools.
#10
Which of the following is a key feature of the Texas school finance system?
Heavy reliance on state funding
ExplanationThe Texas school finance system relies heavily on state funding.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a core subject tested in the Texas Education Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) exams?
Physical Education
ExplanationPhysical Education is not a core subject tested in STAAR exams.
#12
What is the 'Robin Hood' plan in Texas education funding?
A policy to redistribute property tax revenues from wealthy districts to poorer ones
ExplanationThe 'Robin Hood' plan redistributes property tax revenues from wealthy to poorer districts.
#13
What is the purpose of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards?
To guide curriculum development and instruction in Texas public schools
ExplanationTEKS standards guide curriculum development and instruction in Texas schools.
#14
In Texas, what is the primary source of funding for public schools?
Local property tax
ExplanationLocal property tax is the primary source of funding for Texas public schools.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of the Texas Education Agency (TEA)?
Student transportation
ExplanationStudent transportation is not a primary responsibility of the Texas Education Agency.
#16
What does the Texas Education Code say about parental involvement in education?
It encourages parental involvement in their child's education.
ExplanationThe Texas Education Code encourages parental involvement in education.
#17
What does the Texas Education Code require regarding bilingual education?
It permits bilingual education as an option for English language learners.
ExplanationThe Texas Education Code permits bilingual education for English language learners.
#18
What is the purpose of the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) in Texas?
To manage student enrollment and attendance data
ExplanationPEIMS manages student enrollment and attendance data in Texas.
#19
What is the purpose of the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) test?
To measure student achievement in core subjects
ExplanationTAKS measures student achievement in core subjects.
#20
Which legislation in Texas mandates a minimum number of instructional days for public schools?
Texas Education Code, Chapter 25
ExplanationTexas Education Code, Chapter 25 mandates a minimum number of instructional days.
#21
Which legal case significantly impacted education policy in Texas by addressing school finance inequities?
Edgewood Independent School District v. Kirby
ExplanationEdgewood Independent School District v. Kirby addressed school finance inequities in Texas.
#22
Which federal law mandates equal educational opportunities for students with disabilities?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
ExplanationIDEA mandates equal educational opportunities for students with disabilities.
#23
Which Texas legislation led to the establishment of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board?
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Act
ExplanationThe Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Act led to the establishment of the coordinating board.
#24
Which legal case challenged Texas's system of funding public education as unconstitutional?
Edgewood ISD v. Kirby
ExplanationEdgewood ISD v. Kirby challenged Texas's system of funding public education.
#25
Which court case addressed the issue of school prayer in Texas public schools?
Santa Fe Independent School Dist. v. Doe
ExplanationSanta Fe Independent School Dist. v. Doe addressed school prayer in Texas schools.