Texas Allocates $40 Million for Teacher Recruitment and Retention
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced $40 million for 411 school systems through the Preparing and Retaining Educators through Partnerships (PREP) Program Allotment on October 26, 2026. Administered by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), the funding supports teacher recruitment, preparation and mentoring, with the aim of improving educator retention in Texas public schools. Key Takeaways Texas announced $40 million in PREP funding for 411 school systems. The program supports five pathways covering teacher preparation, recruitment and mentorship. House Bill 2, signed in June 2025, established the PREP allotment as part of an $8.5 billion public education funding package. Eligible school districts and
