All Things Texas Public Education with Jason Whitely

In this episode of Capitol to the Classroom, we’re joined by award-winning journalist and WFAA Senior Political Reporter Jason Whitely for an insightful, real-world look at the current state of public education in Texas.Fresh off the primary elections, we dive into what the results mean for educators, students, and communities across the state. From the growing momentum behind school vouchers (ESAs) to the realities of school funding, Jason helps us break down what’s happening—and what could be coming next.We also explore: ✨ How political decisions are shaping public education ✨ The truth behind voucher application numbers and what they actually mean ✨ Why public education is directly tied to Texas’ economy and workforce ✨ The rise of alternative school models like AI-driven learning and what that could mean for the future ✨ How educators can (and should!) use their voices to influence policyAs always, we bring our perspective as public school educators—sharing the real impact these decisions have in classrooms every single day.Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or just someone who cares about the future of education, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.🎧 Tune in and join us as we connect policy to practice—one conversation at a time.Jason Whitely's Bio- https://www.wfaa.com/article/about-us/team-bios/jason-whitely/287-61699914Y'all-ITICS Episodes Referenced:Third Future Schools: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wzgIMC747Zmv9OHXTgSMD?si=276b5d7c8af4441cAI Schools: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5s527viig0d15w69fMEZwu?si=0cc9eed3a3e941e9School Choice: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6tdY82xs3C6vOUQQaDmMAD?si=e74688cbe24c479cLatest Comptroller Report on Education Savings Accounts: https://comptroller.texas.gov/about/media-center/news/20260316-texas-education-freedom-accounts-reach-200000-student-applications-ahead-of-tomorrows-deadline-1773676264632