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Texas Education Agency Orders Public Schools to Remove Mentions of Cesar Chavez From Lessons
Texas Education Agency ordered schools to revise or remove Cesar Chavez lessons and cancel events after sexual abuse allegations, affecting the March 31 Cesar Chavez Day observance.
- On Monday, the Texas Education Agency instructed schools to remove references to Cesar Chavez and cancel events planned for Cesar Chavez Day, following sexual abuse allegations.
- The New York Times reported last week that two women accused Cesar Chavez of sexual abuse as minors, and Dolores Huerta alleged assault, prompting TEA fallout.
- Given those requirements, the TEA clarified that teachers will not be penalized for skipping Chavez lessons and districts should seek help from TEA or regional education service centers.
- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directed state agencies not to observe the March 31 Cesar Chavez holiday and asked lawmakers to remove it in 2027, while cities across Texas and school districts with schools named for Chavez reconsider public honors.
- With the State Board of Education rewriting standards, officials said Chavez will likely be removed from upcoming TEKS, though any changes won’t take effect for years.
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