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Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas' public university systems and community colleges directing them to not comply with President Joe Biden's recent revision of Title IX and to refrain from implementing any new system-wide policy related to this revision.
"As I have already made clear, Texas will not comply with President Joe Biden's rewrite of Title IX that contradicts the original purpose and spirit of the law to support the advancement of women," reads the letter. "Last week, I instructed the Texas Education Agency to ignore President Biden's illegal dictate of Title IX. Today, I am instructing every public college and university in the State of Texas to do the same.
I signed laws to ensure the safety of our students on campus and provide a process for adjudicating reports of sexual harassment and sexual assault with adequate due process for all parties involved, as well as laws to protect the integrity of women's sports by prohibiting men from competing against female athletes—and I will not let President Biden erase the advancements Texas has made."
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Preventive Law: DOI-ng it Right: Exemptions to Consider in Optimizing Your Local Innovation Plan
At this point we don’t need to impress upon you the meaningful impacts that a well-written District of Innovation (“DOI”) Plan can have on school operations. After nearly ten years of the DOI experiment, it’s no secret that these plans are powerful tools—especially if properly drafted. Whether your District is seeking to adopt a plan for the first time, to renew an expiring plan, or to amend an existing plan, you must ensure that you carefully consider including the latest and greatest exemptions. This quick article will address some of the most popular and emerging innovations worth considering.
Denton ISD students speaks out during board meeting after school bus attack involving an adult
A Denton ISD student and her mother spoke out during Tuesday night’s school board meeting after a bus attack. Kai Williams, a 13-year-old middle school student at Bettye Myers Middle School, said she was attacked by an adult on a school bus. According to Denton police, at abut 4:14 p.m. on April 23, officers were called to the 3500 block of East McKinney Street.
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Former far-right hard-liner says pro-voucher billionaires are using school board races to sow distrust in public education
When Courtney Gore ran for a seat on her local school board in 2021, she warned about a movement to indoctrinate children with “leftist” ideology. After 2 1/2 years on the board, Gore said she believes a much different scheme is unfolding: an effort by wealthy conservative donors to undermine public education in Texas and install a voucher system in which public money flows to private and religious schools. Gore points to West Texas billionaires Tim Dunn and brothers Farris and Dan Wilks, who have contributed to various political action committees that have poured millions into legislative candidates who have promoted vouchers. The men also fund or serve on the boards of a host of public policy and advocacy organizations that have led the fight for vouchers in Texas.
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Greg Abbott says he’s not ‘responsible’ for public education budget shortfalls
If you don't like the budget cuts at your child's school — tough! It's your school's fault. That's the message Governor Greg Abbott had for Texans as he addressed state education finances and said it is not up to him or the state to fix it. Instead, he cited it as school districts' "consequence" for how they've handled their budgets as federal pandemic relief funds expire. In an interview on Thursday on Lubbock-based radio station KYFO, host Chad Hasty asked the governor what his message was to concerned parents from Houston-area school district Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, who blamed Abbott for their district's $138 million deficit. Cy-Fair is the third largest school district in the state and is just one of many tackling financial woes expected in the 2024-2025 academic school year. In an interview on Thursday on Lubbock-based radio station KYFO, host Chad Hasty asked the governor what his message was to concerned parents from Houston-area school district Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, who blamed Abbott for their district's $138 million deficit. Cy-Fair is the third largest school district in the state and is just one of many tackling financial woes expected in the 2024-2025 academic school year.
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TGSO sheds light on Wall ISD faculty arrest
The Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office has released an official statement regarding its arrest of a Wall Independent School District faculty member following an investigation into the electronic sexual solicitation of minors.
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Houston ISD superintendent accused of funneling tax dollars out of state
A state lawmaker and Houston teachers are calling for Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles to be investigated after a Spectrum News report revealed that millions in Texas public school tax dollars may have been funneled to a failing school in his Colorado charter school system.
These findings come less than two weeks after the state-appointed administrator announced a $450 million gap in funding at HISD — resulting in districtwide layoffs for the upcoming school year.
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Report about charter schools founded by Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles prompts calls for investigation
Spectrum News’ Brett Shipp reported that Colorado-based Third Future Schools, which Miles founded and led until he was appointed to lead Houston ISD last summer, sent millions in taxpayer money from its school in Odessa to another network school in Colorado that needed financial assistance. The Texas Education Agency says it is reviewing the matter.
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WFISD holds Board of Trustees work session
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Construction is still on track for Memorial and Legacy High Schools to open in the Fall, WFISD Superintendent Dr. Donny Lee broke down the details at a work session with the Board of Trustees. Memorial finished moving in $4 million of furniture, and Legacy will be getting it’s furniture tomorrow. That’s the biggest part of what’s left in getting that school ready for students this next school year. Memorial is sitting at 99 percent complete with the last things on the list involving the auditorium and the outdoor athletic spaces.
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WFISD holds Board of Trustees work session
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Construction is still on track for Memorial and Legacy High Schools to open in the Fall, WFISD Superintendent Dr. Donny Lee broke down the details at a work session with the Board of Trustees. Memorial finished moving in $4 million of furniture, and Legacy will be getting it’s furniture tomorrow. That’s the biggest part of what’s left in getting that school ready for students this next school year. Memorial is sitting at 99 percent complete with the last things on the list involving the auditorium and the outdoor athletic spaces.
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Bowie ISD to implement new security upgrades
BOWIE, Texas (KAUZ) - Bowie ISD is planning to implement new security upgrades to schools in the district after receiving much-needed funds from the S.A.F.E grant.
The Safety and Facilities Enhancement Grant went into place after the tragic 2022 Uvalde School Shooting.
The Texas Education Agency’s main goal for the grant is to prevent school violence by addressing factors that put students and staff at risk.
“We were able to identify needs and go in and prioritize exterior doors, additional fencing, and window filming for all of our campuses and we were awarded 1.7 million dollars through the grant funding,” Bowie ISD Superintendent, Blake Enlow said.
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Banquete ISD Bond passes, learn what it will bring
On May 4th, voters passed a bond giving the Banquette School District $48,445,000 million. The bond listed several items, but school leaders said the priority is paying for a new middle school. “It makes me feel good, that they will be in a safe secure place, it will be healthy,” Melanie Walker, a parent of two kids in Banquete ISD. Walker has a kid in kindergarten and another in second grade, she said even though both her kids are in elementary, she is looking forward for them to go into a new and updated middle school. “It will probably be a little more roomier, so it will be very exciting for them to experience that,” Walker said.
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Houston teachers union calls for Mike Miles’ resignation after explosive report
Houston Federation of Teachers president Jackie Anderson joined growing calls for a criminal investigation after a report alleged Colorado charter schools had received millions in Texas taxpayer money.
Tomball ISD teachers fired, accused of unprofessional behavior with students in autism program
Teachers at a Tomball elementary school are out of a job and under investigation after being accused of unprofessional behavior towards students. The district let parents know by email Tuesday that teachers in Structured Learning Lab classrooms at Creekview Elementary are under investigation by Harris County Pct 4 Constable’s Office and Texas Child Protective Services. The SLL classrooms serve students from PreK up to 6th grade who have Autism Spectrum Disorder or similar behaviors, according to a school document.
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Split Humble ISD board places Superintendent Elizabeth Fagen on paid leave
Humble ISD trustees placed Superintendent Elizabeth Fagen on paid administrative leave Tuesday, the latest development in an increasingly rocky relationship between the district’s top leaders. Four of the district’s seven board members voted to place Fagen on leave during a tense meeting, with none of the trustees offering a reason for the leave or how long it will last. Board President Robert Scarfo declined to comment following the meeting, calling the vote a “personnel matter.”
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Controversy over Fort Bend ISD ranking policy leads to valedictorian switch-up
Fort Bend ISD has changed valedictorians at two high schools, upending a hotly debated class ranking policy that students have lived under for four years as they are now set to graduate.
In recent days, school officials said in a statement that they changed the valedictorians at Marshall High School and Willowridge High School "after a thorough assessment."
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Parents confront Denton ISD board members after adult attacks student in bullying incident
Denton Independent School Board members were unexpectedly addressed by students and parents with concerns about bullying during Tuesday's regular meeting following a violent incident on a school bus last month. It happened on Tuesday, April 23, around 4:08 p.m. in the 1600 block of E. McKinney Street. Denton Police said a Denton ISD school bus driver called 911 and told dispatchers that a fight had broken out on their bus.
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Civil rights complaints in Carroll ISD rally new call for change
There are new calls for change in Carroll Independent School District after a federal report found civil rights violations against students following claims of racism and bullying. Now, both the government and families are calling on the district to work towards a solution. “Carroll ISD, Carroll school board specifically, you’re now on the clock,” said Russell Maryland at a press conference Tuesday.
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Transparency questioned after Cy-Fair ISD trustees vote to remove textbook chapters
Board members for the Houston-area school district voted 6-1 last week to remove content containing subject matter pertaining to vaccines, epidemics and climate change, among other topics covered in classes such as biology, environmental science and Earth systems.
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Creekview Elementary staff removed after ‘unprofessional behavior toward students,’ Tomball ISD says
Some staff members at Creekview Elementary School are no longer employed after an investigation into reports of "unprofessional behavior toward students by teachers in Structured Learning Lab classrooms," according to Tomball ISD. On Tuesday, the district released a statement citing that an investigation into the allegations was launched on May 6.
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BURTON SCHOOL BOARD TO SWEAR IN NEW MEMBERS, INTERVIEW SUPT. CANDIDATES
Once the regular meeting begins, the board will canvass the results of the May 4th election, and new trustees Ande "Arch" Bostain and Mike Clyde will receive the oath of office. The board will then name its new officers. Following that, board members will consider amending local policy regarding locally provided leave and adding a policy pertaining to the offering of professional non-certified contracts to positions of importance who do not qualify for regular Chapter 21 contracts. Trustees will then go into executive session to consult with an attorney and to discuss personnel, safety and security, and real property. The board will meet again on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Burton ISD Central Office, where it will hold interviews in executive session for candidates who have applied to the district's superintendent position. Former superintendent Dr. Edna Kennedy retired in March. The board is working with Powell Law Group to conduct the search for a new superintendent. According to the timeline provided by the district for the superintendent hiring process, May 13-17 is designated for the second round of interviews, with May 17th slated as the day to name a lone finalist. The preferred start date for the selected candidate is listed as June 10th.
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Budget deficit widens (En español)
The 2023-24 budget deficit has widened after new calculations from property values and average daily attendance came in lower than expected. That means the district could be starting the 2024-25 school year with a $59 million deficit while finding ways to close the gap. Why it matters: District leadership have already shaved $26 million from the current budget and made $30 million in cuts for the 2024-25 school year. Without an influx in funds, options are limited to protect the classroom from effects of budget constraints. The details: Austin ISD is not alone in having to make difficult cuts. Stagnant state funding amidst inflation, ballooning recapture payments and unfunded mandates have plagued school budgets across the state. What they’re saying: “We are living under a crisis 100% manufactured by the state,” said Kevin Foster, District 3 Trustee. “We have enough money to run two school districts this size if the state didn’t rob us by ridiculous laws that they pass.” We’ll look at three avenues to get up to $60 million.
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Greg Abbott says he’s not ‘responsible’ for public education budget shortfalls
If you don't like the budget cuts at your child's school — tough! It's your school's fault. That's the message Governor Greg Abbott had for Texans as he addressed state education finances and said it is not up to him or the state to fix it. Instead, he cited it as school districts' "consequence" for how they've handled their budgets as federal pandemic relief funds expire.
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Houston ISD parents, teachers protest ‘resign or terminate’ ultimatum given to principal
Parents and teachers at several Houston ISD schools gathered Monday morning in support of their schools and their principals. They say the district gave those principals an ultimatum to resign or meet with the board of managers - and possibly face termination.
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McAllen ISD considers cutting planning periods
The McAllen Independent School District may cut planning periods for 374 teachers, a move that could save the cash-strapped school system a little over $3 million at the cost of riling up its teachers.
Middle school and high school teachers at McAllen ISD get a planning period in addition to a conference period.
According to the district, teachers use their conference periods to meet with parents or work on lesson plans.
They use their planning periods to meet with teachers who teach similar subjects and, generally, to plan to teach.
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Ingleside ISD names new Mircovich Elementary principal
Gilbert J. Mircovich Elementary in Ingleside ISD now has a new leader at the helm, the district announced on May 8.
According to a news release from the district, Kristina Kahil has been named as Mircovich Elementary's new principal for next school year.
As Dr. Kahil assumes the role of principal at GJM Elementary School, she brings with her a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted commitment to nurturing the potential of every student," the district said. "Together with the GJM community, Dr. Kahil is poised to continue the journey of academic achievement and empowering students for lifelong learning and success."
Kahil has 24 years in education under her belt, including 12 years as an elementary school principal and stints as both an elementary and middle school principal. She also taught the middle school and high school level.
"I am excited to join a community where I’ve heard so many great things about the team’s family-like environment that pursues excellence for all," Kahil said.
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DeSoto ISD Announces Transition To Clear Backpacks For 24-25 Academic Year; Reminds Families No Backpacks For 6-12 Scholars Starting May 13
School safety continues to remain top of mind for schools and communities across the country. To ensure a safe school environment, the DeSoto Independent School District will re-introduce some existing district safety measures and implement new standards to support safe schools.
The district implemented uniforms for scholars this year in order for security personnel and staff to quickly distinguish students from visitors on campus. The district also announced that it would forgo the use of backpacks before extended breaks and during the last two weeks of school which is slated to be reenacted on Monday, May 13, 2024.
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School threats create chaos
Students headed to class May 7 were startled when bus radio communication belted out notice of active threats aimed at Beaumont ISD’s Vincent and Odom middle schools. Diverted from their daily routine, pre-teens destined for the intended targets pulled out their cell phones and began to reach out in fear. “They said on the radio that there is an active shooter and to keep us at Blanchette (elementary school),” one student frantically said from her seat on the bus as she called her aunt for help. By the time students made it to their staging area safely away from the targeted campuses, Beaumont ISD Police Department and ATF agents had already responded and set up shelter-in-place protocol, clearing the school to ensure the safety of students and staff. Within approximately an hour, both schools were cleared and students resumed their day.
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Texas House speakership hangs in balance in GOP primary runoff between Dade Phelan and David Covey
Trahan's fellow Republican, Orange County Commissioner for Precinct 4 Robert Viator, echoed the point. Viator was mayor of Vidor when the storm hit. “The only elected official, including our county representatives at the time, that contacted me every day to see if there was anything we needed, check on us was Dade Phelan," Viator said. "His knowledge and his expertise in getting resources during a disaster is phenomenal, and I don’t know how we would have survived without him." Phelan is the first House Speaker from East Texas, away from the state's main urban centers, and Trahan said it's made a huge difference in everything from emergency aid to business investment. "He’s brought a lot of money to the ports in this area, because these ports are crucial to the economy of Texas," Trahan said. "And so, we can move more product from the state of Texas out. And from our district's point of view, when we go meet with different agencies, they’re aware that our representative is the Speaker, and that opens doors for us and at least gets us heard." View Fullscreen
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Texas House speakership hangs in balance in GOP primary runoff between Dade Phelan and David Covey
Trahan's fellow Republican, Orange County Commissioner for Precinct 4 Robert Viator, echoed the point. Viator was mayor of Vidor when the storm hit.
“The only elected official, including our county representatives at the time, that contacted me every day to see if there was anything we needed, check on us was Dade Phelan," Viator said. "His knowledge and his expertise in getting resources during a disaster is phenomenal, and I don’t know how we would have survived without him."
Phelan is the first House Speaker from East Texas, away from the state's main urban centers, and Trahan said it's made a huge difference in everything from emergency aid to business investment.
"He’s brought a lot of money to the ports in this area, because these ports are crucial to the economy of Texas," Trahan said. "And so, we can move more product from the state of Texas out. And from our district's point of view, when we go meet with different agencies, they’re aware that our representative is the Speaker, and that opens doors for us and at least gets us heard."
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Dade Phelan directs House leaders to revisit vouchers, property taxes in the next legislative session
The Beaumont Republican issued his interim charges even as it remains unclear whether he’ll be reelected.
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GOP leaders snubbed Katrina Pierson in her House primary. Now they need her to pass school vouchers.
Ahead of the primary, Pierson lacked endorsements from Gov. Greg Abbott, former President Donald Trump, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, each of whom backed pro-voucher challengers in a number of other House contests.
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Houston ISD to lay off custodians, maintenance workers in massive shakeup
Custodians are the latest seemingly vital role set to meet Mike Miles' chopping block. Following in the footsteps of librarians, educational specialists, teachers, and principals, custodians are the latest workforce group staring down district-wide layoffs courtesy of superintendent Mike Miles.
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Denton ISD Admins Delay Criminal Electioneering Cases
Two Denton Independent School District administrators facing criminal electioneering charges delayed court appearances set for Monday. Jesus and Lindsay Lujan, a husband and wife who are both Denton ISD employees, were scheduled to be arraigned Monday morning in Denton County criminal courts. Their hearings were rescheduled to June 18, according to a court officer. The Lujans are each charged with unlawful use of an internal mail system for political advertising, a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. The charges mark the first time Texas school officials have been criminally prosecuted for using public resources to electioneer. Both were indicted on April 2, after local voters submitted affidavits to Denton County District Attorney Paul Johnson that alleged the Lujans engaged in criminal election interference.
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