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Navigating School Choice: A Deep Dive into Texas' Massive Voucher Program
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- Feb 26, 2026
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Summary
This week, guest hosts Megan Menchaca and Elizabeth Sander , education reporters at the Houston Chronicle , dive deep into the controversial Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) voucher program. Going beyond the political headlines, they explore: The Data: Do voucher programs truly expand high-quality options for lower-income families? The Systemic Changes: How will this shift impact funding and enrollment in public schools? The Real Stories: How are families navigating their choice options to find the best fit for their children? Special thanks to our guests, Dr. David DeMatthews , Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy at UT Austin, Amanda Bigbee , Division Director of Policy Services at TASB, and Deanna Sheaffer , Director of Business Development at Families Empowered. Resources: Houston School Finder : The Houston Chronicle's custom tool for exploring and comparing public, private and charter schools in Houston. Produced by: Owala Maima, Rico Henriquez, Briauna Derry