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The Intercultural Development Research Association is an independent, non-profit organization. Our mission is to achieve equal educational opportunity for every child through strong public schools that prepare all students to access and succeed in college. IDRA strengthens and transforms public education by providing dynamic training; useful research, evaluation, and frameworks for action; timely policy analyses; and innovative materials and programs.
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IDRA’s President & CEO is Celina Moreno, J.D. – See her bio
Morgan Craven, J.D., is IDRA’s National Director of Policy – See her bio.
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Tighter Census Bureau Deadline Delivers Blow to Communities with Hard-to-Count Populations
Aug 18, 2020With Changes and Action, We Are Capable of Getting a Complete Census Count Statement by Dr. Bricio Vasquez, IDRA … read more
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Supreme Court Ruling Widens the Door to Use Public Funds for Vouchers and Religious Schools
Jul 01, 2020(San Antonio: July 1, 2020) Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states must allow religious schools to participate in … read more
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IDRA Lauds Supreme Court Decision to Keep DACA Alive, Urges Schools to Affirm Immigrant Rights
Jun 18, 2020San Antonio, June 18, 2020 – Today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump Administration improperly rescinded DACA, keeping … read more
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IDRA Praises Supreme Court Ruling Affirming Rights of LGBTQ Employees to be Free From Discrimination
Jun 15, 2020San Antonio, June 15, 2020 – IDRA applauds the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision today that Title VII of the Civil Rights … read more
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IDRA Statement in Support of Black Lives
Jun 05, 2020Amidst the collective demonstrations demanding justice all over the country and the world, IDRA stands in solidarity with all who … read more
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Minneapolis School Board Unanimously Votes to Terminate Contract with Police Department
Jun 03, 2020June 3, 2020 – Last night, the Minneapolis Board of Education voted unanimously to terminate its contract with the Minneapolis … read more
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Minneapolis School Board Resolution Would End Contract with Police Department – IDRA Statement
Jun 01, 2020June 1, 2020 – In response to the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, the Minneapolis Board of Education will consider … read more
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IDRA President’s Message Re: COVID-19 to Our Community Partners
Mar 23, 2020In the wake of the current public health crisis, IDRA is committed to the well-being and health of our staff … read more
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Court Decision on the “Public Charge” Rule Leaves Schools to Fill Gaps to Address Children’s Hunger, Housing Insecurity and Other Needs that Affect their Learning
Jan 27, 2020(January 27, 2020) The U.S. Supreme Court issued a dangerous decision today to uphold the Trump Administration’s changes to the … read more
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Joint Letter to TEA Regarding Implementation of the Common Charter Application and Charter Waiting List
Oct 23, 2019IDRA and 15 other organizations submitted the following recommendations to the Texas Education Agency regarding implementation of SB 2293 (86th … read more
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School Safety Measures Shouldn’t Harm Students
Jul 25, 2019IDRA submitted the following letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs prior to the committee’s … read more
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New Texas School Finance Proposals Are a Start, But There is Still Work to Be Done to Ensure Fair Funding for All Students
Mar 11, 2019See PDF version San Antonio (March 11, 2019) – For the past five decades, IDRA has stood at the forefront of … read more
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Reported STAAR Design Flaws in Reading Show Why High-stakes Punishments Should be Removed from the STAAR
Mar 04, 2019San Antonio (March 4, 2019) – When tests are tied to high-stakes consequences, they can deny capable, motivated students the opportunity … read more
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Increase the Transparency and Efficiency of Charter Schools in Texas
Feb 19, 2019Support a legislative agenda for all Texas students in 2019 and level the playing field for public schools In February … read more
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Board Statement on Dr. Robledo Montecel Retirement; Names Executive Search Firm
Mar 28, 2018San Antonio (March 27, 2018) – IDRA President & CEO Dr. María “Cuca” Robledo Montecel has announced her intention to … read more
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Court Rules Again: Texas School Funding Must Serve All Students Equitably
Sep 28, 2014• by Dr. María “Cuca” Robledo Montecel • IDRA Newsletter • September 2014 • IDRA Statement on the Texas District Court Ruling on … read more
Read MoreHB5 Does Not Have to Block Students from College
Apr 17, 2014San Antonio City Council Encourages College Preparation for All Students Statement by Dr. María “Cuca” Robledo Montecel, Intercultural Development Research … read more
Read MoreTexas Must Provide
Jan 27, 2014Texas Must Provide Equitable and Excellent Education for Children of All Backgrounds and Every Zip Code Paula Johnson, M.A., Austin … read more
Read MoreCant Wait to Celebrate
Aug 10, 2012Can’t Wait to Celebrate 100% Graduation in Texas Statement by Dr. María “Cuca” Robledo Montecel, IDRA President and CEO, on … read more
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