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public-education15 days ago•18 min saved

Texas A-F grades show flat performance as takeovers loom

Texas released its latest A-F accountability ratings for more than 9,000 public campuses. The distribution was 24% A, 34% B, 23% C, 10% D, and 4% F. Five consecutive F ratings can trigger a state takeover; such actions occurred last year in Fort Worth, Beaumont, Connally, and Lake Worth. The ratings aim to help families and businesses evaluate where to send kids and invest, but critics say they disproportionately harm low-income, Hispanic and Black schools. The system assesses Student achievement, School progress, and Closing the gaps.

via The Texas Tribune|

#public-education #staar-performance #texas-education

education15 days ago•21 min saved

Texas accountability grades push several districts toward state intervention

Texas schools’ A-F accountability grades reveal ongoing struggles, with at least five districts—including Austin ISD, Waco, Greenville, Ector County and Ralls—teetering on state sanctions that could lead to takeovers or board replacements; AISD reports two middle schools failing for a fifth year though the district as a whole earned a B, while other districts show gains; ratings rely on STAAR results, college/career readiness, progress over time and serving underserved students, and districts can appeal their grades by Sept. 11.

via The Texas Tribune|

#austin-isd #ector-county #education

public-education1 month ago•31 min saved

Midland lawsuit reignites Texas' Robin Hood school funding debate

A Midland ISD lawsuit renews Texas’ long-running fight over the “Robin Hood” recapture funding system, arguing state control over local funds limits district autonomy; advocates warn that ditching recapture could widen inequities. The piece explains how recapture works, tracks near $3 billion in rerouted funds in 2024–25 and about $45.5 billion total since inception, and places the dispute in the broader political push to reform or abolish property taxes in Texas.

via The Texas Tribune|

#education-funding #midland-isd #public-education

state-government5 months ago•18 min saved

Texas Schools Ordered to Omit Cesar Chavez from Lessons

The Texas Education Agency directs all public schools to remove mentions of Cesar Chavez from lesson plans and to cancel or redirect Chavez Day events amid sexual abuse allegations; the move accompanies ongoing revisions to Texas social studies standards, with districts like Austin shifting observances to Dolores Huerta and Houston renaming Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day.

via The Texas Tribune|

#cesar-chavez #cesar-chavez-day #curriculum-standards

state-government6 months ago•23 min saved

Texas Education Agency warns districts could face state takeover over student walkouts

The Texas Education Agency issued guidance warning that districts could be taken over by the state, lose funding, or face other penalties if they facilitate student walkouts or “inappropriate political activism,” a response to Gov. Greg Abbott’s directive to have Education Commissioner Mike Morath investigate AISD protests. The guidance lists consequences such as unexcused absences, educator investigations, and potential replacement of elected school boards, as walkouts and related actions spanned multiple districts and drew political pressure from state leaders.

via The Texas Tribune|

#austin-isd #greg-abbott #mike-morath

education6 months ago•2 min saved

Texas TEA Sets Boundaries on Walkouts and Political Activism in Schools

The Texas Education Agency issued guidance stating that student walkouts and political activism during the school day can trigger absences and affect attendance funding; teachers who facilitate walkouts may face investigations and licensure sanctions; districts that enable or arrange walkouts could have monitors or managers appointed. State law prohibits using taxpayer resources to support or oppose political activism during instructional time, and educators must follow ethics guidelines; concerns or violations can be filed online with TEA for investigation and action.

via Texas Education Agency (.gov)|

#attendance #district-policy #education

politics11 months ago•3 min saved

Texas Teachers Face 180 Complaints Over Comments on Charlie Kirk's Death

The Texas Education Agency is investigating around 180 complaints against teachers for comments made online about Charlie Kirk's death, with some disciplinary actions already taken. The controversy has sparked debates over free speech and teacher conduct, with critics calling the investigations authoritarian and others emphasizing the importance of professionalism. Texas lawmakers are also examining how higher education handles similar discussions.

via The Texas Tribune|

#charlie-kirk #free-speech #politics

education2 years ago•1 min saved

"Multiple D-FW Area Schools Close Due to Widespread Illness Outbreak"

At least 10 school districts in North Texas, representing about 6,000 students, have closed due to illness in the last month, with emergency room visits for flu cases sharply increasing in the last week of January. The closures, mostly occurring during the last week of January, have affected districts such as Frost ISD, Dallas ISD, and others, leading to rescheduled athletic events. The Texas Department of State Health Services reports that flu ER visits are highest among school-age children, reflecting national trends.

via The Dallas Morning News|

#education #flu-season #illness

education2 years ago•5 min saved

"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

education3 years ago•3 min saved

"Texas Education Agency Postpones A-F School Ratings"

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced a one-month delay in the release of A-F school ratings in order to analyze growth data and consider incorporating data from the 2021-22 school year. Several school districts, including Pflugerville ISD and Del Valle ISD, are suing Education Commissioner Mike Morath over changes to the A-F rating system, claiming that the agency did not follow the law in notifying districts of the changes. The lawsuit also argues that the new methods would significantly decrease campus and district scores. The changes have faced criticism from school officials and legislators, with requests for reconsideration and delays.

via KXAN.com|

#a-f-school-ratings #accountability-system #education

education3 years ago•5 min saved

"Texas Education Agency Announces Delay in 2023 A–F Academic Accountability Ratings"

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced a delay in the issuance of the 2023 A-F Academic Accountability Ratings. The delay is due to the need for further analysis of growth data to inform cut scores in certain domains. The TEA will also be incorporating changes to the accountability system, including updates to the STAAR methodology for Alternative Education Accountability campuses and reducing the minimum number of indicators for the Student Achievement Domain Score. The delay will also affect Results Driven Accountability determinations and actions. The TEA anticipates the delay to be approximately one month and will provide specific dates for the ratings release in advance.

via Texas Education Agency|

#a-f-system #academic-ratings #accountability

education3 years ago•3 min saved

Texas Students' Reading Scores Decline on 2023 STAAR Exam

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the results of the spring 2023 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) for students in grades 3-8. The results show that reading-language arts proficiency remains largely unchanged, while math scores indicate encouraging signs of improvement. Emergent Bilingual students and students receiving special education services also showed progress. The redesigned STAAR assessments incorporated more classroom-like questions and emphasized writing. Individual STAAR report cards are available for parents to view online, providing specific recommendations to support their child's academic growth.

via Texas Education Agency|

#academic-progress #education #special-education-services

education3 years ago•3 min saved

Texas Students Show Steady Improvement on 2023 STAAR End-of-Course Exams

The Texas Education Agency has released the spring 2023 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) results for end-of-course (EOC) assessments, including Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology, and U.S. History. The results show progress and continued academic recovery among Texas public school students, with an increase in the number of students achieving Approaches grade level or above in all five subjects. The results also highlight the positive performance of students in Special Education and Emergent Bilingual programs, with increased grade level proficiency. The STAAR test was redesigned to align better with classroom instruction, emphasizing writing and incorporating a cap on multiple-choice questions. Parents can access their child's individual EOC results online, and STAAR aggregate level data is available for viewing and download.

via Texas Education Agency|

#academic-recovery #education #end-of-course-assessments

education3 years ago•6 min saved

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

education3 years ago•4 min saved

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