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Thank you for subscribing to the TEA social studies newsletter.
This issue of the TEA social studies newsletter provides information on the following topics:
- Update on the Social Studies TEKS Review Process
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March Social Studies Stakeholder Engagement Sessions
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Topic: TEA Assessment Development Process
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Dates: March 3 and 5
Update on the Social Studies TEKS Review Process
The State Board of Education (SBOE) review process for the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) calls for multiple, separate work groups. Work Group A convened earlier this month to develop draft recommendations on key topics and subtopics approved by the SBOE at its January 2026 meeting. The final version of the Work Group A document, which outlines the draft recommendations developed in accordance with the charge provided by the State Board of Education (SBOE), can be found on the SBOE website here https://tea.texas.gov/state-board-of-education/sboe-ss-k-12-work-group-a-draft.pdf. The draft TEKS are scheduled to be presented to the SBOE for discussion at a special-called meeting on February 25-26, 2026.
Public feedback and comments may be submitted to teks@tea.texas.gov. The deadline for submitting public feedback is Friday, February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Thank you for your ongoing support and thoughtful contributions to this work.
March Social Studies Stakeholder Engagement Sessions
Topic: TEA Assessment Development Process
Target Audience: Social Studies and Reading Language Arts Stakeholders - Teachers, District Administrators, Campus Administrators, Education Service Center Specialists, Parents, Professional Organizations
Session Description: The TEA Assessment Design, Development, and Quality Division will provide information on the assessment development process and address the following questions:
• How does the adoption of new TEKS impact this process?
• How can I participate in the assessment development process?
Stakeholders will have an opportunity to participate in questions and discussions with members of the TEA social studies assessment team.
Date and Times:
Tuesday, March 3, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. March 3 registration link
Wednesday, March 5, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. March 5 registration link
The information shared will be the same in each meeting.
Thank you for your commitment to serving Texas students.
Social Studies Team
Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division
curriculum@tea.texas.gov
(512) 463-9581
For questions or additional information, please visit the Social Studies web page or submit a Curriculum Request Form through the TEA Help Desk.
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