Tera Collum

Tera Collum

Tera Collum has 13 years experience as a government and economics teacher in Texas public schools. She recently was the director of The Travis Institute of Educational Policy and Teachers for Texas.
Richardson School District Candidate Backed by DC ‘Equity’ Group
Richardson School District Candidate Backed by DC ‘Equity’ Group
June 2, 2021
Amanda Clair says she wants “community schools,” but 89 percent of her donations are from an out-of-state organization.
North Texas School District Moves to Restrict Citizens’ Voices
North Texas School District Moves to Restrict Citizens’ Voices
May 27, 2021
Board member says board meeting is “not a public meeting.”
Parents Say Critical Race Theory Has Infiltrated North Texas School District
Parents Say Critical Race Theory Has Infiltrated North Texas School District
May 21, 2021
The district claims critical race theory is not in the curriculum, but they have found ways to continue teaching the concept.
School Boards Intimidating Parents
School Boards Intimidating Parents
May 13, 2021
“It doesn't even feel like we live in America anymore.”
Schools Are ‘Transforming’ Emotions to Fit a Narrative
Schools Are ‘Transforming’ Emotions to Fit a Narrative
May 7, 2021
The education system is taking advantage of students who are unequipped to handle emotions.
North Texans Approve Massive School Bonds
North Texans Approve Massive School Bonds
May 3, 2021
Property taxes will only continue soaring.
‘Restorative Discipline’ is Taking Root in Texas Schools
‘Restorative Discipline’ is Taking Root in Texas Schools
April 28, 2021
Critics of the policy say restorative discipline divorces consequences from actions.
Biden Administration Prioritizes Critical Race Theory Programs
Biden Administration Prioritizes Critical Race Theory Programs
April 22, 2021
In Part 2 of our series on critical race theory, we take a look at the controversial 1619 Project.
Critical Race Theory: What You Need to Know
Critical Race Theory: What You Need to Know
April 20, 2021
As schools increase the use of critical race theory in their programs, Texas Scorecard takes a look at the roots of the curriculum.
Frisco School Board President Scolds Citizens: ‘This Is Our Meeting’
Frisco School Board President Scolds Citizens: ‘This Is Our Meeting’
April 15, 2021
Citizens say Frisco parents and taxpayers deserve more respect.
Bullying and Intimidation From School Districts Is Becoming Normal
Bullying and Intimidation From School Districts Is Becoming Normal
April 9, 2021
Despite pushback, parents are working to make masks optional for their children.
Psychologist Has ‘Significant Concerns’ About Long-Term Effects of Masking Students
Psychologist Has ‘Significant Concerns’ About Long-Term Effects of Masking Students
April 7, 2021
Schools are not considering how mandating masks will likely affect students’ mental health.