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education2 years ago

"Nearly 40 Houston Schools to Join New Education System Amid Ratings Plunge"

Houston ISD plans to add up to 40 failing schools to its New Education System model in the 2024 academic year, following the release of delayed 2022-2023 annual school ratings. The New Education System provides additional support to underperforming campuses, and the district aims to improve academic achievement and address declining ratings. State-appointed superintendent Mike Miles stated that the system is showing signs of progress, with lower discipline issues and teacher absenteeism. Teachers at schools transitioning to the NES model will undergo proficiency screenings, and those not meeting standards may need to find jobs in other district campuses.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#education#hisd#new-education-system
education2 years ago

"Houston ISD Superintendent Faces Backlash for Regretting School Closures During Winter Storm"

HISD superintendent Mike Miles expressed regret for closing only three schools during the winter storm, acknowledging issues with heating and hot water at some campuses. He emphasized the essential role of school employees and students, particularly for providing meals to students in need. The decision to close schools was discussed with the mayor, but some faculty members criticized the decision, citing freezing temperatures in classrooms. The administration is considering whether students will need to make up the missed instructional day, pending TEA standards.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#education#essential-workers#hisd
education2 years ago

"Houston ISD Schools Grapple with Heating and Water Issues, Prompting Early Dismissals and Delays"

Three Houston Independent School District schools had early dismissal due to heating and water issues caused by the cold weather, with Henry Middle School experiencing heater and electrical problems, Port Houston Elementary and Love Elementary also facing heater issues, and Felix Cook Elementary dealing with a water leak. HISD Superintendent Mike Miles acknowledged the district's aging infrastructure as a contributing factor and praised staff for their response. Despite the challenges, the majority of schools were unaffected, and students were able to take their district exams.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#education#heating-problems#hisd
education2 years ago

HISD Superintendent's Controversial Convocation Play Sparks Backlash

HISD superintendent Mike Miles faced criticism from teachers and the teacher's union for his performance in a musical pep rally at a staff event. Miles made light of serious concerns raised by staff members, leading to accusations that the event was more about "The Mike Miles Show" than fostering team spirit. Some participants felt misled about the nature of the performance and expressed regret for being involved. The teacher's union also highlighted disparities in pay between Fine Arts teachers and educators in other subjects.

via KTRK-TV|
#education#fine-arts-teachers#hisd
education2 years ago

HISD Superintendent Mike Miles Takes Action Amid State Certification Issues and Organizational Changes.

Houston ISD's new superintendent, Mike Miles, who replaced Millard House II, does not have a valid state certification from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) as it has gone inactive since 2018. Miles said he will not seek to reactivate the certification but instead, the district will seek a waiver from the TEA. The TEA said that if a certification waiver is needed for the Houston ISD superintendent, it will be granted as it is for other school systems.

via KTRK-TV|
#certification#education#hisd
education2 years ago

HISD Superintendent Mike Miles Implements Reforms and Seeks Waiver.

Newly appointed Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles has announced his first cabinet appointments, which include a mix of HISD staff members, former employees of his charter school network, administrators from across Texas, and educational analysts. The district is undergoing changes at the beginning stages of the state's takeover, including a reapplication process for staff at 29 schools and a new staffing model for struggling schools. Miles' appointments share his vision for implementing system-wide reform in HISD that improves student outcomes for all HISD students, eradicates the massive achievement gaps for Black and Brown students, and provides a full set of education experiences to prepare all HISD graduates for the year 2035 and beyond.

via Houston Chronicle |
#cabinet-appointments#education#education-reform
education2 years ago

HISD Superintendent Mike Miles Addresses Staffing and Takeover Concerns.

HISD Superintendent Mike Miles revealed new details about his "New Education System" program, which includes reconstituting 29 struggling schools in mostly Black and brown neighborhoods. Administrators, teachers, and staff members at these schools will need to reapply for their jobs, which will be opened to any qualified applicant. Miles also clarified that established HISD teachers will not be reclassified as "teacher apprentices" or "learning coaches." Under Miles’ “hospital model,” teachers at those 29 schools would make an average of $85,000, in addition to a $10,000 stipend, while teacher apprentices and learning coaches would make less.

via Houston Chronicle |
#education#hisd#mike-miles
education2 years ago

New HISD Superintendent Mike Miles faces union dismay and state takeover.

HISD Superintendent Mike Miles has announced that 29 schools in the Wheatley, Kashmere, and North Forest high school feeder patterns will be reconstituted as part of his efforts to establish "wholesale systemic reform" in struggling schools. Staff from top to bottom, including principals, teachers, and maintenance staff, will have to reapply for their jobs, which will be open to any qualified applicant. Teachers who are not rehired at their school, or who are not interested in reapplying there, will be placed at a different campus in the district.

via Houston Chronicle |
#education#hisd#mike-miles
education2 years ago

HISD seeks more educators amidst TEA takeover uncertainty.

Houston Independent School District (HISD) is looking to hire more teachers for the 2023-2024 school year, the first under a new board of managers, as the Texas Education Agency (TEA) takeover looms. HISD is offering a $2,500 signing bonus for new teachers through June 30, on top of the $61,500 starting salary, to attract top talent. However, veteran teachers are reconsidering their futures, and the uncertainty of a state takeover might lead current teachers to opt out of their contracts on April 15, adding unpredictability on top of an ongoing teacher workforce crisis.

via KTRK-TV|
#education#hisd#state-takeover
education2 years ago

The Future of Houston's Largest School District: What You Need to Know.

Texas education officials have taken control of Houston ISD, the state's largest district, citing legal grounds for the intervention. The takeover will last at least two years, during which time the TEA will hire new trustees and a new superintendent, stripping oversight from the current board and top administrator. The move has been met with mixed reactions, with some calling it a necessary change to improve the district, while others have labeled it "outrageous" and "hostile." The takeover is part of Governor Greg Abbott's push for education reform in Texas.

via Houston Chronicle |
#education#education-reform#hisd