Funding for Charter Schools Investigated

When it comes to the Capital Annex blog I agree that the decision of the terms and provisions for funding to charter schools should be at least partially based on the successfulness of previous and current operating charter schools in the state. It is understandable for the state to be concerned about whether or not their money is being used properly. However I also believe that financing shouldn’t be the main concern or method of measurement when it comes to assessing the educational institutions criteria of curriculum and proper construction. As for the use of Turkish teachers and affiliation with the Turkish I am not sure how that would be a relevant concerning funding of the charter school of Harmony Schools.  

Alcohol at the Alamo Hall?

Decision to allow alcohol at Alamo Hall gets mixed reaction Eileen Pace - Texas Public Radio

"The Daughters of the Republic of Texas issued a statement saying they strongly 

object to serving alcohol at the Alamo complex. "

When I first came across this article I felt that the idea of allowing alcohol to be consumed at a historical site seemed somewhat disrespectful and inappropriate. However after further examining the story I came to the realization that the proposal could have a positive outcome for the venue as well as the people. This is done by the venue would generating more income for the state and the economy by attracting a broader range of guests and exposing the average person, then more attracted to the venue, to some history and culture.   While the consumption of alcohol might generally have a negative connotation attached to it, it is also known to play a minor role in our historical background as well as culture as citizens of Texas.  So let’s not forget we are Texans and we are expected to emanate Texas pride and what’s more Texan than engaging ourselves at an historical landmark with fellow Texans and tourist while having a couple beers and possible getting a little rowdy.