TBEC remains unrivaled in its efforts and success in stimulating community-based school improvement initiatives and influencing education policy. Texas public schools are recognized nationwide for their improved performance, resulting in part from TBEC’s work.

Today, TBEC:

• Serves as the strong voice of the business community for education improvement;

• Advocates for education policy that will improve the skills of Texas students;

• Advocates for higher standards – preparing students to compete in the 21st century;

• Encourages students to complete a solid academic course of study so they are prepared for life after high school;

• Recognizes Texas’ very best schools for their outstanding work and disseminates information about their effective practices;

• Supports the College for Texans campaign aimed at achieving the goals of the Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Closing the Gaps plan;

• Defends standards-based reforms and seeks to strengthen performance and fiscal accountability in the public school system and in higher education; and

• Supports the development and establishment of articulated career and technology programs in high schools, two-year and four-year higher education institutions that meet current employer needs and the anticipated needs associated with regional and state economic development goals.