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AUSTIN – Commissioner of Education Mike Morath announced today that ������ Time, the Texas Education Agency’s (������) official podcast, can now be downloaded on iTunes and other major podcast subscription services. The ������ Time podcast provides information on various ������ projects, initiatives, programs and specific public education issues.

Launched in August, the inaugural ������ Time episodes have featured discussions with Commissioner Morath and other guests about the launch of the A-F State Accountability Rating System, financial accountability ratings for districts and charters, and the Grow Your Own: Teachers grant program to strengthen the pipeline of new teachers in Texas.

“������ Time offers an easy way to hear about important efforts taking place in school districts across our state,” said Commissioner Morath. “With ������ Time now available on four major podcast platforms, parents and community members can listen at their convenience to learn how work in the classroom is leading to successful outcomes for all students.”

To listen and subscribe to all ������ Time episodes using iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn or Stitcher, visit:

• iTunes
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• TuneIn
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• Stitcher
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All ������ Time podcasts are also available and can be heard on the ������ website (/tea-time).

The ������ Time podcast library continues to grow to encompass additional public education topics. Podcast episodes are added on a bi-weekly basis.

To learn more about the ������ Time podcast or to catch up on previous episodes, visit the ������ website at /tea-time.

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