Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR852

Caption

Recognizing the Texans Can Academies for their work with struggling high school students.

Impact

The resolution emphasizes the positive impact Texans Can Academies have had on the communities they serve, particularly in helping at-risk youth. Established as part of a nonprofit initiative aimed at assisting juvenile offenders, these academies fulfill a crucial role in reducing dropout rates and providing educational remediation. By offering programs like ReadyToWork and the Pre-Admission Student Services Program, they help equip students with necessary life skills, making them better prepared for future challenges. The resolution reinforces the value of alternative educational routes and supports the existence of charter schools within the Texas educational landscape.

Summary

Senate Resolution 852 recognizes the significant contributions of Texans Can Academies in providing educational support for struggling high school students across Texas. This resolution acknowledges that the academies serve as a vital resource for students who are unable to thrive in a traditional high school setting, offering them an opportunity to succeed through a rigorous curriculum designed to enhance reading and critical thinking skills. With locations in major cities such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, these tuition-free public high schools operate under open enrollment policies, making education accessible to a broader demographic of students.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SR852 is predominantly positive, as it applauds the efforts of an educational institution that has been dedicated to nurturing students who may otherwise fall through the cracks of the traditional educational system. Members of the Texas Senate expressed their collective appreciation for Texans Can Academies at the time of passing the resolution, indicating a sense of unity in the recognition of the necessity for diverse educational models that cater to varied student needs.

Contention

Although SR852 does not present legal or legislative contention, it embodies discussions about the role of charter schools in the Texas education system. Acknowledging the evolving nature of educational needs, this resolution highlights an ongoing conversation about how best to support students who struggle academically. By demonstrating the effectiveness of Texans Can Academies, the Senate resolution may also have implications for future educational policy and funding discussions, as it draws attention to the importance of alternative educational pathways.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SR449

Recognizing fifth grade students from The Covenant School in Dallas.

TX SR7

Recognizing members of the DeSoto Independent School District for their service.

TX HR309

Recognizing the Autism Society of America and the Autism Society of Texas for their advocacy work and recognizing April 4, 2023, as Texas Autism Advocacy Day at the State Capitol.

TX HR154

Recognizing March 6 through 10, 2023, as Texas Public Schools Week and honoring the members of the Masonic Grand Lodge of Texas for their commitment to education.

TX SR47

Recognizing Falls City, Francisco Farias, and Roel A. & Celia R. Saenz Elementary Schools and Hector J. Garcia Early College High School for their selection as National Blue Ribbon Schools.

TX HR1005

Recognizing the Student Advocates for Speech club in Euless on the occasion of Students Engaged in Advancing Texas Day at the State Capitol on April 11, 2023.

TX SR734

Recognizing the Rio Grande Valley high school students who completed the Together for a Better Tomorrow Youth Citizen Scientist Program.

TX SR13

Recognizing Vega Junior High School for receiving a National Blue Ribbon Schools award.

TX SR42

Recognizing students of Mathis Intermediate School for their showing at the Future Problem Solving Program International Conference.

TX HR312

Recognizing the Autism Society of America and the Autism Society of Texas for their advocacy work and recognizing April 4, 2023, as Texas Autism Advocacy Day at the State Capitol.

Similar Bills

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