Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath on Literacy, Accountability & Teacher Pay Reform
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath joins the Texas Talks podcast to discuss the future of education in the Lone Star State. From literacy challenges and the impact of cell phones in classrooms, to the A–F accountability system and the new Bluebonnet curriculum, Morath shares his vision for improving student outcomes statewide. He also breaks down the Teacher Incentive Allotment program, which is reshaping how educators are paid—rewarding performance, boosting retention, and pushing more teachers toward six-figure salaries.
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or policymaker, this conversation dives deep into how Texas schools are tackling systemic challenges and rethinking what it means to serve 5.5 million students.
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