State Board of Education

“The State Board of Education (SBOE) sets policies and standards for Texas public schools. The primary responsibilities of the SBOE include: Setting curriculum standards, Reviewing and adopting instructional materials, Establishing graduation requirements, Overseeing the Texas Permanent School Fund. Appointing board members to military reservation and special school districts, Providing final review of rules proposed by the State Board for Educator Certification, and Reviewing the commissioner’s proposed award of new charter schools, with authority to veto a recommended applicant.” – Ballotpedia

No salary, but are eligible for reimbursement for expenses incurred in the course of official business.

IMPORTANT NOTE: State Board of Education is a district based position. Look up which State Board of Education member represents you here.