MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - With new teacher certification requirements under House Bill 2 (89th) taking effect in August 2026, the Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP) is investing $5. 1 million to help West Texas schools retain educators, expand certification opportunities and build a stronger local teacher pipeline.

According to a press release, the investment will support Falcon Fast Track, a fully online alternative teacher certification program administered by The University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB).

PSP said the funding will provide full scholarships and comprehensive academic support to up to 400 participants across 18 counties in the Texas Permian Basin.