Each edition of the IDRA Newsletter strives to provide many different perspectives on the issues in education topics discussed and to define its significance in the state and national dialogue. This issue focuses on Enlightened Public Policy and includes: (1) The Status of School Finance Equity in Texas (Albert Cortez); and (2) Disciplinary Alternative Education Programs in Texas (Albert Cortez and Josie Danini Cortez). Newsletter "Plus," IDRA's new web-based supplement to the "IDRA Newsletter" is introduced in the issue. Additional features include: School Holding Power Policy Principles; Highlights of Recent IDRA Activities; Tools for Action; Principles for Fair Funding; and Classnotes Podcast Episodes. (Individual articles contain references.)