Texas's new school voucher program has seen a significant response, with over 20,000 applications on the first day, highlighting a major shift in public education. The program prioritizes low-income and special education students, and funds are distributed through a secure system directly to schools, not parents.

More than 500 private schools in the Houston area have been approved to participate in the Texas voucher program.

From eligibility rules to application deadlines, here’s what Texas parents need to know before applying for state-funded school vouchers.

More than 200 private schools in the Houston area have been approved to participate in the Texas voucher program.

Texas families interested in school vouchers will soon be able to apply for what the state is calling Texas Education Freedom Accounts, according to documents obtained from the Texas Comptroller’s Office.