Students learn to track education legislation at Sheila Jackson Lee center

The Regular Meeting held on December 10, 2024, focused on various educational initiatives and community engagement efforts. The meeting began with a report on the recent Student Governance Fellowship, where participants learned to navigate the Texas legislative online database. This session, led by Natalia Gomez from Raise Your Hand Texas, aimed to empower students to track legislative votes and bills related to public education ahead of their planned visit to the state capital in March.

Following this, the board president provided an update on the leadership cohort, highlighting the second module that took place at 5:00 PM. Trustee Deborah Jensen led this session, emphasizing the importance of leadership development within the educational framework.

The meeting underscored the commitment to enhancing student engagement and ensuring that future leaders are well-informed about legislative processes affecting their education. The board's focus on these initiatives reflects a proactive approach to fostering civic awareness among students. Further discussions and follow-up actions are expected as the board continues to prioritize educational advocacy and community involvement.