Always a supporter of public education:

Governor Moody's mother "Nannie" was a local school teacher prior to marrying his father, Dan'l Moody. Dan, while in office, knowing full well the challenges of public education as he grew up in a household full of teachers, implemented preliminary reforms for schools in Texas. He advocated for a better funding system for rural schools, better pay for educators, and additional funds for higher education. Moody successfully increased funding for education during his two terms.

Nancy “Nannie” Robertson Moody (1856-1924) is pictured at left. Governor Dan Moody (1893-1966) is pictured at right.