# Houston ISD Approves Controversial Curriculum and Nonprofit School Partnerships

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Podcast: [Houston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/houston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458112)
Published: 2026-06-26T00:29:27+00:00
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## Resource

Houston ISD just approved two major, controversial moves: adopting a Bible-infused Bluebonnet Learning curriculum backed by the state, promising $3.3 million in extra annual revenue, and allowing nonprofits to run top-performing schools—potentially unlocking $700–$1,500 more per student in state funding. Both decisions, unanimously passed, spark debate over church-state separation while aiming to boost resources and performance in the district. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4bed91e73234fb5f

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