#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
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.
#8
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.
#9
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.
#10
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.
#11
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.
#12
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.
#13
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.
#14
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.
#15
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.
#16
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.
#17
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.