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Segundo De Febrero: A Celebration Of Mexican-American Heritage

Posted on February 2, 2018 · The 170th anniversary of that signing is something Hispanic communities in the U.S. are celebrating as a part of their heritage, calling it Segundo de Febrero

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The Year In Houston Education — 2016

Posted on December 13, 2016 · This week, we’re recapping this past year's biggest news stories with our beat reporters, covering transportation, education, energy, politics, arts and culture and sports. Today, we explore the year in education for Greater Houston. The Houston Independent School District saw some changes in administration this year. Terry Grier's last day as HISD superintendent was in […]

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It’s Final: Texas Rejects Mexican-American Studies Textbook

Posted on November 21, 2016 · On Friday (Nov. 18, 2016), the Texas State Board of Education unanimously rejected a controversial Mexican-American studies textbook that would have been used in public schools. The book, titled Mexican American Heritage, received a lot of criticism from academics and activists who argued the book was rife with many inaccuracies and stereotypes. We learn more […]

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Mexican American Studies Textbook Vote, and Pet Peeves: Monday’s Show (November, 21 2016)

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Texas Board To Revisit Controversial Book on Mexican American Studies

Posted on November 14, 2016 · The state board is scheduled to have a public hearing on the book Tuesday, then a committee hearing Wednesday and a potential final vote Friday.

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Segundo De Febrero: A Celebration Of Mexican-American Heritage

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