This one is quick because I'm just going to guide you all straight to the TEA WEBSITE. I'm guiding you here because the TEA is an administrative agency, established by the Texas legislature, responsible for the oversight of primary and secondary public education in Texas. The TEA also woks with the State Board of Education to help run various programs related to public education. the State Board of Education, an elected fifteen -member board, and the Commission on education, who the Governor appoints, all oversee the TEA .. the TEA is responsible for public schools; it does not have jurisdiction over private schools or home-schooled students.
About TEA
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is the administrative unit for primary and secondary public education. Agency responsibilities include:
- managing the textbook adoption process;
- overseeing development of the statewide curriculum;
- administering the statewide assessment program;
- administering a data collection system on public school students, staff, and finances;
- rating school districts under the statewide accountability system;
- operating research and information programs;
- monitoring for compliance with federal guidelines; and
- serving as a fiscal agent for the distribution of state and federal funds.
The TEA operational costs are supported by both state and federal funds.
TEA Mission
The mission of the Texas Education Agency is to provide leadership, guidance and resources to help schools meet the educational needs of all students and prepare them for success in the global economy. The agency’s mission statement is included in the current strategic plan.
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