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David DeMatthews contributes to a five-part series from Spectrum News examining the future of education in Texas

Mar. 22, 2023

In a new five-part series from Spectrum News examining the future of education in Texas, Associate Professor David DeMatthews weighs in on some of the most important issues and current reforms in K-12 public education today. Learn more…

David DeMatthews Nominated for a 2022 Robert W. Hamilton Book Award

Mar. 20, 2023

David DeMatthews nominated for a 2022 Hamilton Book Award for his latest publication offering resources for maximizing the relevance of research on policy for school improvement.

Texas Education Mourns the Passing of Associate Professor Patricia Somers

Mar. 14, 2023

Our esteemed colleague Dr. Patricia Somers passed away on Friday, March 10. Dr. Somers was a devoted colleague at UT and a caring educator and mentor to many. For almost 20 years, she helped lead and support the higher education program in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy as it…

Q&A with Dr. Liliana Garces: Exploring How Legal and Education Systems Shape Students’ Futures

Feb. 28, 2023

Educator Voices Across Texas is a series that explores the educator’s experience across the Lone Star State. Each story shines a light on the people and voices behind the success of our children, schools and communities.

Declining Enrollment, Budget Deficit Could Mean Pflugerville ISD School Closure

Feb. 17, 2023

Associate Professor Dave DeMatthews weighs in on the implications and effects of short-term solutions.

The Critical Role Public Policy Plays in Creating Educational Opportunity: Associate Professor Stella Flores Offers Insights

Feb. 06, 2023

In a newly published white paper, Dr. Flores calls to re-focus equity efforts on opportunity structures to improve college success in underserved populations.

Education in Rural Texas

Jan. 29, 2023

Associate Professor Sarah Woulfin discusses resource disparities between urban and rural schools.

Extra Tutoring Has Helped Get Forth Worth Students Back on Track. Will the Money Run Out?

Jan. 25, 2023

Professor of education leadership and policy, Sarah Woulfin weighs in on options for Texas school districts struggling to recruit enough tutors.

Is the Push for Career Education in Schools Prioritizing Business Over Students?

Jan. 12, 2023

USA Today talks to ELP faculty member about the data behind career-based certification programs in high schools.

Faculty Members Stella Flores, Denisa Gándara and Angela Valenzuela Ranked as Influencers in Educational Practice and Policy

Jan. 05, 2023

Congratulations to Department of Educational Leadership and Policy faculty members Stella Flores, Denisa Gándara and Angela Valenzuela for being named to the 2023 RHSU Edu-Scholar Public Influence Ranking list.