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Texas Education Freedom Account Unveiled | Texas News
Over 800 Lubbock students are set to use new Texas Education Freedom Account funds to switch to private schools or start homeschooling this year, with applications closing July 15th and more awards being processed this week. The $1 billion program, established by Senate Bill 2, prioritizes low-income families before middle-income ones on the waitlist, covering costs like tutors, books, and uniforms. While uptake is widespread across Texas, many families missed the deadline—especially those needing special education evaluations, which can take months. Public schools are now overwhelmed with…
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