Texas Senate Bill SR519

Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Caption

Recognizing April 8, 2015, as Texas Home School Day.

Impact

The resolution highlights the favorable environment Texas provides for home schooling, noting that over 120,000 families choose this educational path for their children. By designating a specific day to celebrate home schooling, the resolution aims to promote dialogue between these families and elected officials. It serves as a platform for discussing significant issues related to home education and emphasizes the importance of civic engagement among students. This event seeks to empower families to participate in the legislative process and understand their rights.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 519 recognizes April 8, 2015, as Texas Home School Day at the Capitol. This occasion is celebrated by families from across the state who are part of the home schooling community. Organized by the Texas Home School Coalition, an advocacy group established in 1986, the event seeks to foster awareness and support for home education in Texas. The resolution acknowledges this organization's pivotal role in representing and informing home schooling families about their rights and educational opportunities.

Contention

While the resolution is largely ceremonial and meant to honor the efforts of the Texas Home School Coalition, it reflects ongoing discussions about educational choice and parental rights in Texas. Notably, the acknowledgment of such a special event might invite varying opinions on the resources available for home school families, and some may argue about funding and support disparities compared to public schooling. However, the resolution itself does not explicitly introduce any legislation that would cause direct contention.