1st AI/NS Testimony at the SBOE General Meeting, Feb 2024
Channel: Ethnic Studies Network of Texas
Date: 2024-02-13

Members of the Texas Native community and allies speak during Public Testimony at the Texas SBOE General Meeting on Feb. 2, 2024 regarding the American Indian/Native Studies course. The course was expected to be on the agenda for that week's SBOE meeting, but was removed. Testifiers called on the board to place the course on the April 2024 agenda for "First Reading," so that the review process can continue.

Three hours later, at the end of the General Meeting, SBOE Members have the opportunity to discuss anything going on in their districts during a  Final Comments period. 

Board Member Davis gave a fuller update on board member discussions regarding AI/NS. Board Member Perez-Diaz provided updates on Asian American Studies. Chair Kinsey also addressed the AI/NS course and committed to engaging in further discussions with fellow board members.

While the commitment to engage in discussions is promising, no public commitment has been made to place the course on the April 2024 agenda as of yet.

If you would like to support the course, email us at ethnicstudiesnetworkoftexas@gmail.com.