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Gov. Greg Abbott visits Waco to discuss new education initiative for Texas schools
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Erin Delahunty , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 18, 2026
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Key points The governor's visit was part of an effort to promote the initiative and encourage support from lawmakers. Governor Greg Abbott recently stopped in Waco to talk about a new plan for Texas schools.
Governor Greg Abbott recently stopped in Waco to talk about a new plan for Texas schools. He met with parents and teachers to discuss the proposal. The goal is to get lawmakers to support a new idea for helping students succeed.
Further details about the plan are available from the source. It appears to involve working together with families to track student progress.
The governor's visit was part of an effort to promote the initiative and encourage support from lawmakers.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
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