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AUSTIN — Texas student enrollment is projected to decrease over the next couple of years, according to Texas Education Agency data.

If so, that would be a complete turnabout many North Texas school districts, which have seen growing enrollment for the past several years. In the Royse City ISD, student enrollment has grown 23.67% since the 2018-19 school year. In fact, growing enrollment is one of the key factors behind the district’s proposed $863 million bond referendum slated for May 6.

According to the TEA and RCISD, the district’s enrollment over the past five years was as follows:

TEA Commissioner Mike Morath spoke on public education funding during a Senate Finance hearing on the state’s budget Monday.

He attributed the projected statewide decline in student population to fewer kids being born in and since 2011, when economic hardships lead families to have fewer children. That trend is now making its way through the education system.

“You think about Texas being a magnet for population and it does continue to be, but the people moving here have less children than then the people that are here, and everybody is essentially having fewer children post-Great Recession than they were pre-Great Recession,” Morath said. “We would anticipate, given the demographic data that we see, declines in the number of school-aged children over time in Texas.”

Attendance numbers are important to track in Texas because it dictates how much funding a district will receive any given year.

Texas public schools are funded through property taxes, the state and some federal funding. The state’s portion of the funding is alloted through an Average Daily Attendance measurement, or ADA. The ADA is calculated based on the number of days a student attends. Therefore, if a student is absent for nine days out of 180 school days, a district loses about 5% of funding for that child.

Advocates have been asking for that to change as the cost of operating a school remains the same whether or not a child is present. Some school districts have even called for enrollment funding, an allotment given for the number of students in their schools, rather than ADA.

Morath said that enrollment-based funding does provide more financial stability for districts, but attendance-based gives districts a financial incentive to combat chronic absenteeism. Because schools are funded only when a student is in a classroom, they are more proactive in ensuring students show up, he said, adding that this is a likely reason why Texas continues to report a low absenteeism rate.

“The ADA system does in fact create a financial incentive for districts to go out and find lost children,” Morath said.

Lawmakers also discussed the teacher incentive allotment, which is currently available in 375 schools across the state. Morath added that an estimated 600 schools will be participating in the program in the next two years.

The teacher incentive allotment was created in 2019 as a way to provide a pathway for top teachers to earn six-figure salaries. The measure was introduced as a way to recruit and retain highly effective teachers while also creating an incentive for them to teach at traditionally hard-to-staff schools.

Morath said the allotment does not make a teacher work harder, but TEA data finds that teachers who are designated through the program are far more likely to stay in the classroom than non-designated educators.

This is increasingly beneficial to districts that offer the program, as teacher recruitment and retention continues to be a problem in Texas. However, lawmakers and Morath acknowledged that the program is currently difficult to launch, leaving some districts – particularly rural districts that would most benefit from the program – from participating.

Even so, Morath said where the program is operating, data so far shows that it is working.

“Teachers are called to do this work. They do it with professionalism, (and) they get focused on it, but what pay adjustments can cause them to be teachers longer than they otherwise would,” Morath said.

Several days of Senate Finance committee meetings were postponed last week after an ice storm impacted much of North, Central and West Texas. Those meetings have been rescheduled for later in the month.

The Texas Legislature is only statutorily obligated to pass a budget during each biennial legislative session.

Session is set to end on May 29.

Hunt and Rockwall County residents are among those keeping an eye on an approaching winter storm that is predicted to bring significant amounts of ice to North Texas.

Multiple school districts closed campuses early and planned on keeping the doors closed again Tuesday, as a winter storm warning was posted for the entire region. In a website post, the Royse City ISD said it will not have an early release today (Monday). However, parents/guardians may pick up their children early without penalty of absence. Avoiding the potential of sending young students home to empty houses was a major factor in this decision. Royse City ISD will continue to monitor roads and forecasts to make decisions about school on Tuesday and Wednesday. Announcements will be made as promptly as possible to allow you to plan for your family. Please go to the Royse City ISD's website for the most up to date information concerning schools.

The Paris Junior College campus in Greenville closed at 1:30 p.m. on Monday. There was no immediate information about Tuesday.

The Texas Department of Transportation urged motorists to stay off the roads unless travel is absolutely necessary. Driving was expected to become extremely hazardous.

The National Weather Service initially issued the winter storm warning to begin Monday afternoon but shifted it back to early Monday morning as temperatures remained below freezing overnight and the frozen precipitation moved into North Texas earlier than expected.

Patchy freezing drizzle began falling across the Dallas/Fort Metroplex before noon Monday, with reports of bridges and overpasses becoming impacted by black ice.

The warning was scheduled to continue through 6 a.m. Wednesday, and the National Weather Service forecast was calling for freezing rain and sleet to arrive locally on Monday afternoon, with a high of only 32 degrees. There was an ever better chance for freezing precipitation Monday night into Tuesday and a low around 28.

The worst of the storm was predicted Tuesday, with a 100% chance of freezing rain and sleet, a high near 31 and a north wind with gusts of up to 20 mph.

The precipitation was expected to continue and accumulate through Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning before becoming all rain after noon.

In nearby Greenville, officials with the Greenville Electric Utility System said they were ready to deal with the potential for ice on wires and trees.

“We are doing our standard preparations for icy weather,” said GEUS Marketing and Key Accounts Manager Jimmy Dickey, who said the utility had also been in contact with ERCOT about the potential electricity demand during the storm.

“They feel like they have plenty of generation available,” Dickey said.

The TxDOT Paris District was asking drivers to avoid using the highways if at all possible as travel could become hazardous due to freezing rain, despite the agency’s road treatments.

Updated road conditions are are available at drivetexas.org.

Local residents will have a chance in early April to grab a bite and learn more about the Royse City High School’s Career and Technical Education programs.

An event next month is expected to offer information about the Royse City ISD’s major bond package scheduled for the May 6 election.

The Royse City ISD Education Foundation has scheduled an “Eats and Education” event, starting at 11:30 a.m. April 6 at the Royse City ISD Epps Education Building.

Executive Director Kim Crumrine, and a volunteer board of directors, have organized the first ever luncheon which is expected to feature numerous Royse City High School students. Guests will enjoy lunch by the culinary arts program as well as showcase opportunities from fashion design and design studio programs. Superintendent Kevin Worthy will provide a brief district update.

Ticket sales support the mission of the Education Foundation and are $25 each or $250 for one reserved table of eight. Seating is limited. Tickets may be purchased online at https://muradbid.com/bidapp/index.php?slug=eatsandeducation.

Those wanting more information can contact Crumrine at 972-636-2413.

Superintendent Kevin Worthy is scheduled to be the guest speaker during the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon on March 21. Worthy will be presenting information on the major bond package which will be included on the ballot during the May 6 election.

The district’s proposal calls for multiple new campuses, including a new high school and middle school and three new elementariness.

The Bond Steering Committee designed an $863 million package under two propositions. If approved, the total will be funded through property value growth within the district and with a zero tax rate increase.

Proposition A covers 98.5% of the proposed package and would include a second high school, ocated on FM 552 in Fate; the David and Shirley Magness Middle School located near FM 35 just south of Interstate 30; three elementary schools; an early childhood center; renovations and expansions to Royse City High School via Fine Arts, Royce Swiney Facility and turf fields for student use; a new Epps Education Service Center; a transportation center; a distribution center, security improvements; technology infrastructure and fixtures; and land for future district sites.

Proposition B would include 1.5% of the total proposed package and, of approved by voters, would pay for a home locker room for the second high school at RCISD Stadium; as we all additional restrooms and parking at the stadium; an additional stadium exit and and entrance and a visitor side bleacher expansion.

The luncheon is set for Occasions at Stone River, 1250 FM 2453 and tickets are available at https://roysecitychamber.com/

Those wanting additional information on the bond proposal can visit www.rcisd.org/bond2023 or email communityrelations@rcisd.org

Early voting for the election is scheduled April 24-28.

AUSTIN — Texas lawmakers have roughly $33 billion in general revenue surplus funding, and Texas voters have some thoughts on where it should go.

A recent poll by Texas 2036 evaluated 1,000 voters’ stances on how the surplus should be spent. In addition to reducing property taxes and allotting more funding to public schools, a vast majority of those surveyed said they would favor additional spending on state infrastructure.

“This Texas voter poll shows how Texas legislators can make this session about the future of our state,” said Margaret Spellings, president and CEO of Texas 2036, in a statement. “Legislators can provide property tax relief and ensure future access to clean water. They can strengthen the public education and child welfare systems, invest in community colleges so more Texans attain high-paying jobs, and invest in our state’s infrastructure, including broadband, parks and a modern, resilient state government.”

The poll found that 89% of Texas voters support using $5 billion, or about 15% of the surplus funds, to help Texas communities fix aging water infrastructure that is leading to broken pipes, significant losses of water and even water boiling notices in some communities. About 63% of surveyed voters said they strongly support this investment.

About 84% said they support using $2 billion, or about 6% of the surplus, to improve flood prevention infrastructure, and 83% said they support using $2 billion, or about 6% of the surplus, to improve the state’s technology and cybersecurity.

Additionally, 80% said they would approve the state Legislature providing $80 million to update its information technology at the Department of Family and Protective Services to serve children and families.

And, when asked about how important it was for Texas to get the maximum amount of federal funds to support broadband expansion across the state, 88% of Texas voters said it was important.

Lastly, about 79% of those surveyed said they support using $650 million to invest in community college students’ outcomes linked to good jobs, and 73% said they support using $1 billion, or about 3% of the surplus funds, to build new state parks and improve existing parks.

In total, the above proposals would cost about $10.65 billion, about a third of the surplus total.

The poll also found that most Texans favor allocating $7.65 billion each to both property tax relief and increased support for public education.

“This budget situation is truly unprecedented, and lawmakers have the envious position of not having to pick between historic property tax relief and generationally impactful investments – they truly can do it all,” said John Hryhorchuk, senior vice president of policy and advocacy of Texas 2036, in a statement. “If the Legislature needs to pass constitutional amendments to fund these items, this polling shows that the people of Texas will be ready in November to show their support.”

The streets of Royse City and across the area were eerily quiet this morning as a mixture of snow and sleet fell across the region, making travel hazardous and forcing scores of cancellations and closures.

Schools and government offices were closed across Rockwall County and Hunt County, and the Texas Department of Transportation was urging motorists to stay off the roads unless travel is absolutely necessary. Driving is treacherous.

Officials at ERCOT on Monday were confident that Texas will avoid any statewide power problems caused by the icy weather.

Those hoping to get a flight today into or out of Dallas-Fort Worth were in for some bad luck. A total of 725 flights were cancelled today at DFW, and 255 more were cancelled at Love Field, according to Flightaware.com.

“DFW Airport continues monitoring the forecast and has made preparations for this week’s winter weather,” stated DFW Airport spokeswoman Cynthia Vega. “Airport runways, roadways, bridges, and pedestrian walkways have been and will continue to be treated for any potential ice to ensure safety.”

The National Weather Service is predicting freezing rain and sleet, mainly before 3 p.m today.

Today's high is expected to be near 30 with a north wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime ice accumulation of 0.1 to 0.2 of an inch is possible. Total daytime sleet accumulation of less than a half inch is possible.

Tonight, expect a chance of more freezing rain and sleet before 9 p.m., and then freezing rain likely. The chance of precipitation is 70% with new ice accumulation of 0.1 to 0.3 of an inch possible. Little or no additional sleet accumulation is expected.

Wednesday looks to be a little warmer, but the forecast points to more freezing precipitation until mid-afternoon, and then rain showers after 3 p.m. with a high near 33. New ice accumulation of 0.1 to o.3 inch is possible. There's a 90% chance of precipitation over night.

On Thursday, rain is expected to be likely before noon, and then there's a chance of showers after noon. Thursday is expected to be cloudy with a high near 36. The sun is expected to break though on Friday.

Updated road conditions are are available at drivetexas.org.

Local residents will have a chance in early April to grab a bite and learn more about the Royse City High School’s Career and Technical Education programs.

An event next month is expected to offer information about the Royse City ISD’s major bond package scheduled for the May 6 election.

The Royse City ISD Education Foundation has scheduled an “Eats and Education” event, starting at 11:30 a.m. April 6 at the Royse City ISD Epps Education Building.

Executive Director Kim Crumrine, and a volunteer board of directors, have organized the first ever luncheon which is expected to feature numerous Royse City High School students. Guests will enjoy lunch by the culinary arts program as well as showcase opportunities from fashion design and design studio programs. Superintendent Kevin Worthy will provide a brief district update.

Ticket sales support the mission of the Education Foundation and are $25 each or $250 for one reserved table of eight. Seating is limited. Tickets may be purchased online at https://muradbid.com/bidapp/index.php?slug=eatsandeducation.

Those wanting more information can contact Crumrine at 972-636-2413.

Superintendent Kevin Worthy is scheduled to be the guest speaker during the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon on March 21. Worthy will be presenting information on the major bond package which will be included on the ballot during the May 6 election.

The district’s proposal calls for multiple new campuses, including a new high school and middle school and three new elementariness.

The Bond Steering Committee designed an $863 million package under two propositions. If approved, the total will be funded through property value growth within the district and with a zero tax rate increase.

Proposition A covers 98.5% of the proposed package and would include a second high school, ocated on FM 552 in Fate; the David and Shirley Magness Middle School located near FM 35 just south of Interstate 30; three elementary schools; an early childhood center; renovations and expansions to Royse City High School via Fine Arts, Royce Swiney Facility and turf fields for student use; a new Epps Education Service Center; a transportation center; a distribution center, security improvements; technology infrastructure and fixtures; and land for future district sites.

Proposition B would include 1.5% of the total proposed package and, of approved by voters, would pay for a home locker room for the second high school at RCISD Stadium; as we all additional restrooms and parking at the stadium; an additional stadium exit and and entrance and a visitor side bleacher expansion.

The luncheon is set for Occasions at Stone River, 1250 FM 2453 and tickets are available at https://roysecitychamber.com/

Those wanting additional information on the bond proposal can visit www.rcisd.org/bond2023 or email communityrelations@rcisd.org

Early voting for the election is scheduled April 24-28.

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