Lake Worth ISD superintendent resigns as state takeover of schools unfolds

Superintendent Mark Ramirez will resign, forcing the current school board to name an interim replacement before a state takeover is complete.
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Muslim parents, private schools sue Texas over exclusion of Islamic institutions in voucher program

The federal lawsuits argue Texas officials are engaging in religious discrimination by preventing Islamic private schools ...

As Fort Worth ISD takeover finalizes, judge panel outlines why TEA can intervene

A panel of administrative law judges explained in a final order this week why the Texas Education Agency has legal standing for a takeover.
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Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Karen Molinar won’t continue under state takeover

In a letter to the school community, Molinar said Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath informed her that the interview ...

TEA chief to visit Wichita Falls as WFISD takeover decision looms

WFISD Superintendent Donny Lee hopes for an update from the state education chief when he visits Wichita Falls.
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TEA commissioner to announce HISD transition back to elected control by end of next school year

From consequences with student walkouts, to the end of HISD's takeover, ABC13 caught up with the head of Texas Education Agency. This week, the TEA released guidelines for districts regarding student ...

TEA commissioner will appoint new superintendent for Fort Worth ISD

Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath will appoint a new superintendent to lead Fort Worth ISD as part of the state’s takeover of the school district, the commissioner announced Wednesday. The new, ...

Tea will not bring back Karen Molinar as FWISD superintendent

Despite deciding to move on from Molinar, TEA commissioner Mike Morath praised her leadership and dedication to the district ...