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education1 year ago

"Controversy Erupts as Houston ISD Faces Principal Terminations and Teacher Protests"

Houston ISD principal Jessica Berry refused to sign a resignation agreement that would prevent her from working in the district again or suing it. Berry, along with other principals, faced ultimatums to resign or be fired due to performance issues. Protests have erupted as parents oppose these ultimatums, arguing that the district's evaluation criteria are too narrow and do not consider broader educational challenges, including the impact of COVID-19. Berry fears her career in public education may be over but stands by her decision to speak out.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#education#education-policy#houston-isd
education2 years ago

Houston ISD Becomes District of Innovation, Approves Changes to School Year and Teacher Hiring

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) School Board has approved plans for HISD to become a District of Innovation (DOI), granting the district exemptions from certain state requirements. This includes flexibility in areas such as the school calendar and hiring uncertified teachers. The DOI status will allow HISD to implement changes aimed at improving instruction and student development. The district plans to propose an extended academic calendar for the 2024-25 school year, starting no earlier than August 7, 2024. Other exemptions include implementing professional development, expanding postsecondary pathways, and creating a rigorous teacher appraisal system. The move has faced criticism from the Houston Federation of Teachers, who argue that the plan undermines education quality and transparency.

via FOX 26 Houston|
#district-of-innovation#education#exemptions
education2 years ago

Houston ISD Board Seeks Teacher Termination Power and Exemption from State Laws in District of Innovation Move

The state-appointed Board of Managers for Houston ISD has approved policy changes that allow for the termination of teachers from schools that are closed and seeks exemptions from state laws. Superintendent Mike Miles cited declining enrollment and increased costs as reasons for potential school closures. The board also approved the formation of a planning group to seek "District of Innovation" status, which could lead to changes such as lengthening the school year and hiring non-certified educators. Some community members criticized the removal of committee members and the resolution seeking exemption from a law requiring a police officer at every school. Houston ISD plans to adopt an alternative safety plan.

via Houston Public Media|
#board-of-managers#district-of-innovation#education
education2 years ago

Texas Students' Math and Reading Skills Lag in STAAR Test Results, HISD Superintendent Admits

Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles acknowledged that the district performed poorly in the recently released STAAR test results, with reading scores dropping at every grade level except sixth grade. He highlighted the low proficiency in core subjects and the persistent achievement gap between white, Black, and Hispanic students. Miles emphasized the need for improvement and outlined plans to address the achievement gap, enhance quality instruction, and prepare students for the future through the New Education System schools. He also stressed the importance of language comprehension and the benefits of dual language education.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#achievement-gap#education#education-reform
education2 years ago

Houston ISD's State-Appointed Superintendent Slashes Over 500 Jobs

Houston Independent School District's state-appointed superintendent, Mike Miles, plans to cut over 500 positions from the central office staff as part of his efforts to overhaul campuses across the district. The cuts will primarily affect academic departments, with additional departments expected to be impacted in the coming weeks. Miles aims to right-size the central office and improve efficiency. The initial round of dismissals is expected to be completed by July 17, with more job cuts planned throughout the year in various departments. The cuts are part of a larger plan to reshape schools, including the implementation of the "New Education System" in low-income neighborhoods.

via The Texas Tribune|
#central-office-downsizing#education#houston-isd
education2 years ago

Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles Implements Changes in Select Schools.

Houston ISD's new superintendent, Mike Miles, has announced a "New Education System" plan, starting with 29 schools, which includes raising teacher compensation to a record $96,000 a year at those schools. All employees of the Wheatley, Kashmere, and North Forest feeder systems will have to reapply for their jobs this summer, and soon all district employee pay will be tied to student performance. The Texas Education Agency has consistently ranked those three schools as the worst in the district.

via KTRK-TV|
#education#employee-reapplication#houston-isd
education2 years ago

Mike Miles appointed as new superintendent for Houston ISD by Texas Education Agency.

The Texas Education Agency has announced the nine-member board of managers for the Houston Independent School District and selected Mike Miles as the new superintendent on the first day of the state takeover. Miles, who previously served as superintendent of the Dallas Independent School District, will begin working on Thursday under a 21-day interim contract until he receives formal approval from the board of managers. The new board of managers will hold public board meetings and has the same legal requirements and obligations as the former elected board of trustees.

via KTRK-TV|
#board-of-managers#education#houston-isd
education2 years ago

Mike Miles appointed as Houston ISD superintendent during state takeover

The Texas Education Agency has appointed Mike Miles as superintendent of the Houston Independent School District, marking the start of the state's takeover of the district. Miles will work under a temporary 21-day contract until a board of managers, also newly appointed by Education Commissioner Mike Morath, formally approves him to lead the district. The state's takeover of Houston ISD was in response to years of poor academic outcomes at a single campus in the district, allegations of misconduct against school board members, and the ongoing presence of a conservator who's been overseeing the district for years.

via The Texas Tribune|
#education#houston-isd#mike-miles
crime2 years ago

14-year-old Marisol Avila missing in Houston, Amber Alert issued.

An Amber Alert has been issued for 14-year-old Marisol Avila, who went missing on May 22 from a Houston ISD campus. She was last seen at 1115 Noble St. and may have been involved with a 1990 tan Subaru Forester. Marisol is described as white, with black hair and brown eyes, 4 feet 5 inches tall, and 110 pounds. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the Houston ISD Police Department.

via KTRK-TV|
#amber-alert#crime#houston-isd
education2 years ago

The Battle for Control: TEA Takeover of Houston ISD and Texas Schools

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will appoint a board of managers to temporarily replace the locally elected Houston Independent School District (HISD) board of trustees due to repeated low student performance at Phillis Wheatley High School and allegations of misconduct by previous trustees. The board of managers would be in charge of the school board’s duties, which include approving a school budget and tax rate and setting district policies in areas like school safety and instruction, as allowed under state and federal laws. The TEA has replaced a district’s school board and superintendent with a board of managers seven times since 2000.

via The Texas Tribune|
#academic-performance#board-of-managers#education
education2 years ago

Texas Government's Takeover of Houston ISD Raises Concerns and Questions.

The Texas Education Agency has announced a takeover of Houston ISD due to "chronically low achievement." However, HISD earned a B rating with an overall score of 88 in the 2022 state rankings, with 611 school districts or charter campuses receiving lower scores. The ratings are based on student achievement, graduation rates, and the percent of students prepared for college, career, or the military. The decision to take over HISD despite its ranking in the upper half of school systems statewide is fueling criticism.

via Houston Chronicle |
#education#houston-isd#ratings
education2 years ago

Texas officials take control of Houston schools in controversial move.

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has taken over the Houston Independent School District (HISD), the largest school district in Texas, due to Wheatley High School's five consecutive failing ratings and a 2019 state investigation that found HISD board members violated multiple laws. The TEA will appoint a board of managers and a superintendent to oversee the district after the school year ends in June. The move has sparked outrage from Democrats, education advocates, and teachers, who accuse Texas Republicans of using the takeover to push a pro-voucher, pro-charter school agenda.

via Houston Chronicle |
#education#education-reform#houston-isd
education2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Texas Takeover of Houston Schools

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has called the state takeover of Houston ISD "unfortunate" but necessary due to the long-time failure of the district to provide a quality education to its students. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will replace the current superintendent and elected trustees with an appointed board of managers to oversee the district's governance. No schools will be closed, but the TEA will choose the new superintendent and board members. The takeover was triggered by Wheatley High School's consecutive years of unacceptable ratings and alleged misconduct by previous board members.

via KHOU.com|
#education#houston-isd#state-takeover
education2 years ago

Texas Education Agency to Take Over Houston ISD in June Despite Student Protests and Superintendent Support.

The Texas Education Agency will remove Houston Independent School District's democratically elected school board and superintendent, replacing them with a "board of managers" after June 1. The move is in response to years of poor academic outcomes at a single high school in the district. Houston ISD, with 76 schools and an enrollment of nearly 200,000 students, will now be the largest district the agency has taken over since 2000. The TEA commissioner decides how long the board is in place, usually lasting two to six years.

via The Texas Tribune|
#academic-outcomes#education#houston-isd
education2 years ago

Texas Education Agency Takes Over Houston ISD Despite Student Protests and Superintendent Support.

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will temporarily take over the Houston Independent School District (HISD) due to reported failures on the district level and multiple schools that have faced unsatisfactory grades for several years. The move comes after years of what the state considers dysfunction and a failure to properly educate all children. The TEA will appoint a nine-member board of managers by June 1, who will have the powers and duties of the elected HISD board of trustees. The goal is to turn HISD back over to the board of trustees as soon as possible, but also recognize that change takes time.

via KTRK-TV|
#board-of-managers#education#houston-isd