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Governor Abbott and UT President Denounce Anti-Israel Protests Amid Border Update
Governor Abbott and UT President Take Strong Stand Against Anti-Israel DemonstratorsGovernor Abbott expressed his unwavering support for Israel, stating, "I have been a strong and vocal advocate in support of Israel, and in underscoring how important it is for Texas to always stand with our most important ally in the Middle East." He applauded the swift actions taken against the protestors at the University of Texas, where over 200 students protested, leading to 55 arrests. UT President Jay Hartzell emphasized that the university stood firm in response to the prohibited...
Teachers Can Earn Up to $32,000 More a Year!
In a bid to recognize and reward effective teaching, the Texas Legislature introduced the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) as part of House Bill 3 in 2019. The program, administered through the Texas Education Agency (TEA), offers qualifying teachers the opportunity to earn significant salary increases, with the potential for some to earn up to $32,000 more annually.The Texas Legislature explained, "There are several factors that determine the allotment, but it can range from an additional $3,000 to $32,000 annually that high-performing teachers can earn for their...