Chapter 14- Social Policy: Education and Health

Texas governor Allen Shivers saw no need to mix race withing the schoolong educational system.

What are PUF funds used for?

During his presidency, what was Mirabeau Lamar's nickname?

How many times in a year does the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) meet?

What struggle is the state having?

Program that offers health and medical benefits to families who do not qualify for Medicaid?

Texas has made progress to get students college ready.

The state's interest in higher education has become more serious.

Why was "Raise Your Hand Texas" formed?

What is Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)?

The House Bill addressed the fundamental issue of the goals of a public education system.

What is Medicaid and what percentage of texas uses it?

Why is measuring the success of a university by a four year graduation rate considered outdated

What is a problem with the Texas educational system?

How have they improved quality for public schools?

What percentage of Texas uses TANF?

There is no question on the effectiveness of the state's standardized testing.

What are some consequences?

In 2015 the state of Texas failed to reach their goal of awarding which types of degrees?

Why have school tuitions drastically increased over the years since 2003?