Commissioner Mike Morath explained to lawmakers that many of the state's education standards are broad and open to interpretation which can also open the door to problems. He said school districts are putting the burden on teachers to find their own instructional materials without giving them extra time to do so.
The commissioner of the Texas Education Agency told state lawmakers that the state's current education policies sometimes allow objectionable materials to be taught in the classroom. He gave an off-the-cuff hypothetical.
"Are you aware of any curriculum in the state that bullies students based on race or grooms them with pornography?" Talarico asked. "I do think the question of what our kids are taught is a deeply important question. I've had my kids in two different schools, and I've seen them taught some stuff that ain't great, as a dad. The focus on quality making sure it is free of ideological bias. These are worthy objectives," he said.
In April, the TEA issued new guidance urging districts to give parents more input on content decisions -- but ultimately leaving final approval with school boards.
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