New Proposed Literature Curriculum for Texas
Thank you for taking the time to read my post.
To Whom It May Concern…which should be everyone.
As an English teacher, I want my classroom to feel inclusive because it is very diverse. I also want students to be engaged. If you look at the proposed required curriculum, especially at the high school level, you will see a clear theme that is very exclusive to a European/White, Christian, conservative stance. After looking at what could be required, put yourself back in a Texas classroom, or think about your child that is or will be in a Texas classroom. Is this what you want? If not, you need to make sure your voice is heard.
You can click on each link or just select a few to get an understanding of what is being proposed. If you want to share your opinion, you can use the following link to the public comments for the Texas Education Agency.
Public Comments Link: https://form.jotform.com/210613021857144
Public Comments are open until June 15, 2026.
Proposed New 19 TAC Chapter 110, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for English Language Arts and Reading, Subchapter A, Elementary, §110.10, Literary Works Lists, Kindergarten-Grade 5, Adopted 2026; Subchapter B, Middle School, §110.30, Literary Works Lists, Grades 6-8, Adopted 2026; and Subchapter C, High School, §110.70, Literary Works Lists, High School, Adopted 2026
Summary: The proposed new sections would add lists of literary works to be taught in each grade level as required by House Bill 1605, 88th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2023.
Required Literary Works - Kindergarten
Required Literary Works - Grade 1
Required Literary Works - Grade 2
Required Literary Works - Grade 3
Required Literary Works - Grade 4
Required Literary Works - Grade 5
Required Literary Works - Grade 6
Required Literary Works - Grade 7
Required Literary Works - Grade 8
Required Literary Works - English I
Required Literary Works - English II
Required Literary Works - English III
Required Literary Works - English IV