About us

Championing Public Education Rights

At Texas Public Education Defense Fund, a 501 (c) (4) nonprofit, we are passionate advocates for the rights of students and educators within the public education system. Our mission is to ensure that every child has access to quality education and that educators have the support they need to thrive. We work tirelessly to protect public education through legal advocacy to create a fair and equitable system for all.

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Our Mission

The Texas Public Education Defense Fund (TPEDF) is committed to protecting,
defending, and strengthening public education through legal advocacy, policy reform,
and community empowerment. We fight for justice, transparency, and accountability to
ensure that every student, educator, and parent in Texas has access to a fair, equitable,
and high-quality public education.

Core Values of Texas Public Education Defense Fund (TPEDF)

Equity & Access
We believe every student deserves equal access to a high-quality public education.

Legal Advocacy & Justice
We fight for the constitutional rights of students, parents, and educators through legal action, policy reform, and public education.

Transparency & Accountability
We hold school districts, public officials, and policymakers accountable for their decisions impacting public education.

Community Empowerment
We believe in engaging, educating, and mobilizing communities to advocate for stronger public schools.

Integrity & Independence
We operate with unwavering ethical standards, free from political influence, ensuring that our advocacy always aligns with the best interests of public educatio

Join us at the Texas Public Education Defense Fund as we champion legal advocacy for public education in Texas. Our mission is to safeguard the rights of students and educators, ensuring equitable access to quality education. Stand with us to protect and advance the future of Texas public schooling.

Advocating for Fair School Policies

Equity in Education

We believe that every child in Texas deserves equal access to quality education. Our commitment is to advocate for policies and practices that eliminate disparities and ensure fairness for all students.

Integrity and Transparency

We uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency in all our actions. We are dedicated to building trust with the communities we serve by being open, honest, and accountable.

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Community Empowerment

Empowering communities is at the heart of our mission. We work alongside parents, educators, and local leaders to amplify their voices and foster a collaborative approach to educational advocacy.

Excellence in Advocacy

We strive for excellence in our advocacy efforts, using evidence-based strategies and innovative approaches to influence policy changes that benefit public education in Texas.

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Commitment to Justice

Our work is guided by a commitment to social justice. We are passionate about addressing systemic inequalities and fighting for the rights of all students to receive a high-quality education.

Champion Education Rights Today

Join us in defending public education in Texas. We advocate for policies that protect students and educators across state and beyond. Your support makes a difference.