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Uvalde Today
By the People, for the People
Over 200 Uvalde Students Apply for School Vouchers
New Texas program offers $10,474 for private school enrollment
Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:58am
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The high demand for private school vouchers in Uvalde reflects families' desire for educational choice following a tragic school shooting.Uvalde TodayAbout 229 students in the Uvalde area have applied for Texas' new private school voucher program ahead of the March 31 deadline, although data doesn't indicate if those applicants are currently enrolled in private or public school. The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) will provide $10,474 for students who enroll in private schools.
Why it matters
The high number of applicants suggests strong demand from Uvalde families for educational alternatives following the tragic 2022 school shooting at Robb Elementary. The TEFA program aims to give parents more choice in their children's schooling, but critics argue it could further strain public school budgets.
The details
The TEFA program was created by the Texas legislature in 2025 to provide funding for students to attend private schools. Eligible students receive $10,474, the average amount spent per student in Texas public schools. Families must apply by the March 31 deadline to receive the funds for the upcoming school year.
- The TEFA program was created by the Texas legislature in 2025.
- The March 31 deadline for the 2026-2027 school year applications has passed.
The players
Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)
A new program created by the Texas legislature in 2025 to provide $10,474 in funding for students to attend private schools.
The takeaway
The high demand for TEFA vouchers in Uvalde highlights the ongoing need for educational options in the community following the 2022 tragedy. While the program aims to empower families, critics argue it could further strain public school budgets and resources.
