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Field Notes
Real-world and honest perspectives on parenting, K-12 education, access, and advocacy.
Blending personal insight, professional experience, and curated information from across the education world, Field Notes explores everything from policy shifts and evaluation practices to the realities of raising and educating children with disabilities. This space exists to inform, support, and spark meaningful conversation, without the noise.
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Hot Off the Presses: Texas Comptroller Releases Proposed ESA Program Rules
BREAKING: Texas Comptroller releases proposed Education Savings Account (ESA) program rules! Get the details on eligibility, funding (85% of per-pupil funding), approved expenses, and how to submit public comments during the 30-day review period. Texas school choice voucher program launches 2026-27. Full analysis coming soon! #TexasESA #SchoolChoice
Aug 243 min read


Texas ESA Program Guide for Public School Officials: Key Responsibilities and Opportunities
The Texas ESA program creates new compliance burdens for districts but also unprecedented revenue opportunities. With final rules not arriving until May 2026, forward-thinking districts are already building data systems, training staff, and positioning themselves as ESA providers. Those who wait will scramble to catch up while prepared districts capture new revenue streams and serve families strategically.
Aug 156 min read


Texas ESA Voucher Prep Starts This Fall: What Private Schools Must Know Now
Texas ESA voucher program timeline: private schools must start approval Fall 2025, before families apply. RFP analysis reveals school choice voucher requirements most don't know. With $10,000-$30,000 per student funding, Texas private school ESA preparation timing determines which schools serve voucher families effectively in 2026-2027.
Aug 85 min read


Texas ESA and Voucher Program Timeline: What Parents and Schools Need to Know Before 2026
The Texas ESA and voucher program is set to launch in the 2026–2027 school year, but the final rules are not due until May 15, 2026. This creates a tight window for implementation. By reviewing state contracting documents, we have outlined a general timeline showing when parents, private schools, public schools, and providers might expect key milestones. This post offers a high-level overview, with more detailed timelines to come in future updates.
Aug 84 min read


The Role of Certified Educational Assistance Organizations in Texas Vouchers
With the passage of Senate Bill 2, Texas is preparing to launch its Education Savings Account Program, and Certified Educational Assistance Organizations (CEAOs) will play the central role in making it happen. CEAOs are qualified organizations that the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts has invited to provide services for the program. The Comptroller plans to select between one and five CEAOs to implement and administer the program.
Aug 83 min read


What Do We Know About Private School Accreditation and Texas Senate Bill 2?
Wondering how private school accreditation fits into Texas Senate Bill 2 and the ESA voucher program? This guide breaks down what accreditation means, which agencies are recognized, and what parents should know before choosing a school. Whether you're curious about school choice or exploring voucher eligibility, understanding accreditation is a key first step in making informed decisions for your family.
Aug 64 min read


Texas School Vouchers: Who Benefits, Who Doesn't, and Why It Matters
Think SB2 Supports Your Stance on Vouchers and Public Schools? You Might Be Right - Or Not. Here's What the Law Actually Does
Aug 59 min read


Understanding Texas Senate Bill 2 (SB2): Educational Savings Accounts
Senate Bill 2 creates Texas's new Education Savings Account (ESA) program, starting in the 2026–27 school year. Eligible families can use ESA funds of up to $10,900 per year, with higher amounts available for students with disabilities, to cover private school tuition, tutoring, therapies, and other approved expenses. Homeschooling families may receive up to $2,000. This post explains what SB2 provides, who qualifies, how the funds work, and what families and providers should
Aug 39 min read
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