AUSTIN — The Texas Public Policy Foundation praised the Texas State Board of Education’s vote to adopt improved Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards for social studies and the state’s first required literary works list. Together, these proposed curriculum changes will strengthen students’ literacy and knowledge of history.
“Students learn best when they are free to understand history as it happened and when they engage with great works of literature that expand their understanding of the world,” said TPPF CEO Greg Sindelar. “These standards will help Texas students build a stronger academic foundation, free from any political agenda.”
“This is a major win for Texas parents who value literacy, critical thinking, and the unbiased presentation of historical facts,” added TPPF Senior Fellow Mandy Drogin. “Students will benefit from learning about America’s founding principles through chronological, factual lessons.”
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