Edison Wu

2 weeks ago | dentonrc.com | Atirikta Kumar |Edison Wu

Partial results from the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness exam released on Tuesday show that high school students made gains in algebra and biology, which education policy analysts celebrated as a step in the right direction as Texas tries to shift toward a more STEM-focused workforce. But the data also shows students continue to struggle in English and U.S. history, which experts said underscored the need for a renewed focus on reading and literacy.

2 weeks ago | gilmermirror.com | Atirikta Kumar |Edison Wu

By Atirikta Kumar, The Texas Tribune, Graphics by Edison Wu, The Texas Tribune June 10, 2025 “Texas high school students’ STAAR scores show gains in STEM fields, struggles in reading and literacy” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.

2 weeks ago | sanangelolive.com | Lucas Banda |Atirikta Kumar |Edison Wu

By Atirikta Kumar, The Texas Tribune, Graphics by Edison Wu, The Texas TribuneJune 10, 2025"Texas high school students’ STAAR scores show gains in STEM fields, struggles in reading and literacy" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.