Keller superintendent clears out office ahead of vote on separation agreement

Keller superintendent Tracy Johnson has cleaned out her office ahead of a vote on a voluntary separation agreement with the district, according to a school board member. Trustee Joni Smith confirmed that Johnson has vacated her office in a text message to the Star-Telegram. Johnson did not respond to a text message and voicemail seeking comment. At a special meeting of the board on Jan. 16, she announced that she had already written up her letter of resignation.
In historic first, Texas House approves private school voucher program

The Texas House gave final approval Thursday to a bill that would create a $1 billion private school voucher program, crossing a historic milestone and bringing Gov. Greg Abbott’s top legislative priority closer than ever to reaching his desk.The lower chamber signed off on its voucher proposal, Senate Bill 2, on an 86-61 vote. Every present Democrat voted against the bill. They were joined by two Republicans — far short of the bipartisan coalitions that in previous legislative sessions consistently blocked proposals to let Texans use taxpayer money to pay for their children’s private schooling. “This is an extraordinary victory for the thousands of parents who have advocated for more choices when it comes to the education of their children,” Abbott said in a statement, vowing that he would “swiftly sign this bill into law” when it reached his desk.
The Texas House is set to vote on school vouchers and public school funding. Here’s what you need to know.

The vote will be the proposal’s biggest test yet and will show whether Gov. Greg Abbott has built enough support since a similar bill died in the lower chamber in 2023. The Texas House is expected to vote Wednesday on bills to create a $1 billion private school voucher program and give public schools more funding per student, setting up what could be a dramatic floor showdown over the two marquee education proposals of the session. The House vote is the voucher bill’s biggest hurdle, and it will mark the first official test of whether Gov. Greg Abbott and his allies have built enough support in the lower chamber since a coalition of House Democrats and rural Republicans sank the previous voucher proposal in 2023.
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The Senate also approved Senate Bill 2, which would infuse $5.2 billion to school districts to help them with teacher raises and rising costs. Gov. Greg Abbott said he would add those items to the special session’s agenda once lawmakers approve a voucher program.
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Private school vouchers head to Abbott’s desk to become law

April 2506:24 AM

The Texas Senate voted on Thursday to send legislation creating a statewide private school voucher program to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk to be signed into law, all but concluding an ugly intraparty battle that has dominated state politics for much of the last two years. Abbott has already said that he plans to sign Senate Bill 2, a $1 billion proposal allowing families to use taxpayer dollars to fund their children’s private school education. Similar legislation has historically run into opposition from Democrats and rural Republicans. But that changed last week, when the Texas House gave its stamp of approval to SB 2, a vote that included support from Republicans who opposed similar legislation in 2023. Upon Abbott’s signature, the program will officially launch at the start of the 2026-27 school year.SB 2 would initially put $1 billion over a two-year period in taxpayer dollars toward education savings accounts that families could use for private school tuition and other school-related expenses, like textbooks, transportation and therapy. Notably, up to 20% of the program could go to wealthier families who earn 500% or more of the poverty rate, which would be about $160,000 or more for a family of four. view article

Rural Health Bill Amended to Prohibit Social Transitioning of Minors

April 2508:00 AM

Legislation passed in 2023 to prevent gender mutilation of minors did not address the psychological or social transitioning element. view article

Texas Education Agency Releases 2023 School Report Cards

April 2507:14 AM

School districts sued to hide the accountability ratings from the public; 2024 ratings remain blocked. view article

House Leadership Accused of Holding Pro-Life Bill Hostage to Islamic Holiday Push

April 2506:38 AM

Stalled legislation would recognize June 24—the day the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe—as a state holiday. view article

Mullin ISD employee dismissed, accused of improper relationship with student

April 2409:17 AM

A Mullin ISD employee has been dismissed from her position following accusations of having an improper relationship with a student. Lily Victoria Janek was booked into the Brown County Jail on Wednesday for an Improper Relationship with an Educator and a Student. view article

Kindergarten teacher arrested, charged with online solicitation of a minor, Conroe ISD says

April 2409:03 AM

A kindergarten teacher at Snyder Elementary in Conroe ISD was arrested Tuesday on charges of online solicitation of a minor, according to school officials and jail records. Brian Schultz, who had taught kindergarten at Snyder Elementary since August 2021, was taken into custody in an arrest unrelated to the elementary school, Principal Crystal Poncho confirmed in a statement to parents. The Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable's Office arrested Schultz. view article

The new Texas school and district grades are in: Here’s how to check yours

April 2409:00 AM

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) on Thursday morning released its long-awaited accountability ratings, assigning an "A-F" rating for all Texas public schools and districts. The ratings are from 2023 but they're just now being released after a 19-month court battle in which numerous school district filed a lawsuit against the TEA over changing its standards for the grades. view article

Texas AG seeks records from Plano ISD in EPIC City investigation

April 2408:31 AM

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday called for records from Plano ISD officials related to an investigation into EPIC City, a proposed Muslim-centric community in Collin County. Paxton said in a press release Wednesday his request for documents from Plano ISD officials came after his office was "made aware of potential connections between school board members and East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC), which is affiliated with EPIC City. view article

Beaten Taylor High School Girl Speaks Out as Father Accuses Katy ISD of Concealing Evidence

April 2408:28 AM

A Taylor High School student who was beaten by a male classmate broke her silence at Tuesday's school board meeting, making her first public statement about the incident that was captured on viral video. Brooklyn Gianfrancesco, appearing with her father Danny, detailed her ongoing safety concerns while her father accused Katy Independent School District officials of systematically blocking access to security footage and other evidence that could substantiate their assault claims. view article

Parents push back as Leander ISD considers closing campuses to ease $34 million budget deficit

April 2408:28 AM

As school districts across Central Texas begin drafting budgets for the upcoming year, parents in Leander ISD worry about the possibility of school closures. The idea surfaced during recent school board meetings, as trustees seek ways to address Leander ISD's financial challenges. In February, Leander ISD announced a $34 million budget deficit. Since then, district leaders have taken steps to reduce costs, including cutting approximately 200 jobs and ending the International Baccalaureate program. Still, parents worry about what further budget cuts could mean for the district's schools. view article

Mullin ISD employee dismissed, accused of improper relationship with student

April 2408:25 AM

Man sentenced to 5 years for attacking Richardson ISD bus driver

April 2408:25 AM

The man who assaulted a Richardson ISD bus driver while kids were on board has been sentenced to five years in prison. view article

Paxton demands Plano ISD records in EPIC probe, mosque’s lawyer says he should ‘pick up the phone’

April 2408:25 AM

Attorney General Ken Paxton demanded Plano ISD release documents outlining "potential connections" to the East Plano Islamic Center as part of his investigation into its project, EPIC City — but he didn't elaborate what the connections may be, leaving the mosque's attorney scratching his head Wednesday. In a press release, Paxton announced he was informed of "comments" from Plano Mayor John Muns about planning a "dialogue between Plano school board officials and individuals at EPIC." view article

Hamilton ISD under fire after video appears to show teacher dragging student

April 2408:25 AM

A video showing a Hamilton ISD teacher dragging a kindergarten student down a hallway has left one local family demanding accountability from the district. view article

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Former Fort Stockton ISD, Ector County ISD employee arrested for sexual abuse of child

April 2408:25 AM

A former Fort Stockton ISD and Ector County ISD employee was arrested on April 11 in Cuero, Texas for continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14, according to the United States Marshals Service (USMS). view article

Liberty Hill ISD forecasting 19,000 students by 2034

April 2408:25 AM

More and more people are moving to Williamson County and because of that places like Liberty Hill are seeing immense growth. “When I moved out here 5 years ago it was very calm, very country,” said Natalie Menteer, who lives in Liberty Hill. “Apartments going up, homes going up, a lot of businesses.” Her kids go to school in Liberty Hill ISD, which is also seeing the impacts from growth. view article

Kemp ISD employee arrested for allegedly sharing inappropriate image with student, school district says

April 2408:25 AM

A Kemp ISD employee was arrested Monday for allegedly sharing an inappropriate digital image with a student, the school district said. According to a news release from the district, Kemp's ISD administration and authorities were made aware of the concern about the employee on Monday. The district said the individual did not return to any campus following the report. view article

Boerne ISD scores another “A” rating on TEA accountability rating

April 2408:24 AM

The Boerne Independent School District earned its fourth “A” consecutive rating from the Texas Education Agency, solidifying its reputation as one of the top-performing school districts in Texas. Earlier this month, the 15th Court of Appeals ruled the TEA can release its 2023 accountability ratings for Texas school districts. The court decision overturned a prior injunction from a lower court that had delayed the release of the ratings for nearly 20 months. view article

Round Rock ISD Trustees approve Juneteenth as district holiday

April 2408:21 AM

During the March Regular Board Meeting, trustees approved a resolution to observe Juneteenth—June 19—as an official district holiday. The resolution honors the importance of Juneteenth National Independence Day to our nation and to many members of our community. The 2024–25 calendar will be updated with Thursday, June 19, as a districtwide closure in observance of this federal holiday. view article

Why Southwest ISD voters need to cast two ballots

April 2408:04 AM

Southwest ISD voters will likely have to vote in two separate locations if they want to participate in all the May 3 races for which they’re eligible. The school district said that because it partners with the City of Lytle, not the City of San Antonio, it’s not part of San Antonio’s joint election. view article

Kemp ISD employee accused of sending inappropriate image to student

April 2308:25 AM

A Kemp ISD employee has been arrested after accusations of sending an inappropriate picture to a student. According to the district in a Tuesday release, they were made aware of the incident Monday and immediately began an investigation into the employee. view article

Parents push back as Leander ISD considers closing campuses to ease $34 million budget deficit

April 2308:25 AM

Judson ISD to implement portion of controversial Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this fall

April 2308:25 AM

Judson Independent School District is set to implement a portion of the controversial Bluebonnet Learning curriculum this fall. The Judson ISD’s Board of Trustees approved to purchase the instructional materials for mathematics of Bluebonnet Learning on April 17. The curriculum was approved by the State Board of Education late last year. Districts across Texas are considering adopting the new materials to be implemented for the first time in the 2025-2026 school year. view article

Donna ISD employee resigns after improper relationship with student arrest

April 2308:25 AM

Donna school district police arrested a Pharr man last Thursday on a charge of improper relationship between an educator and student. Javier Hernandez, 47, is also charged with indecency with a child by sexual contact. Sandra Quintanilla, the district’s public relations officer, confirmed Tuesday Hernandez was a teacher and has submitted his resignation. view article

Midlothian ISD staff members put on leave after incident involving special needs student

April 2308:21 AM

Two Midlothian ISD staff members are on leave after an incident involving a student at McClatchey Elementary School. Police are investigating and the student’s mother told FOX 4 what happened. No teacher has been charged with a crime, but two teachers have been placed on leave while the district and Midlothian police investigate. view article

Round Rock ISD Cadets succeed in NJROTC and AFJROTC Programs

April 2208:41 AM

From excelling in national competitions to serving their local communities, cadets in Round Rock ISD’s Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) programs at Stony Point and Westwood high schools are proving that discipline, leadership, and service are the cornerstones of success. Stony Point High School’s Navy JROTC cadets, the Tiger Knights, capped a standout year by earning top placements in state and national competitions, including a first-place win at the “Find the Tiger” State Orienteering Meet and second place at Fort Cavazos. The team, comprised of students who are cross-enrolled to Stony Point from Cedar Ridge High School, also competed at the National Marksmanship Championship and National Academic Exam. The unit was named the Most Outstanding Unit in Area 18, State of Texas, and, for the fourth consecutive year, earned the prestigious “Distinguished Unit with Academic Honors” award. Cadets logged more than 2,500 hours of community service, and many have committed to college, military service or ROTC scholarships. view article

Edgewood ISD names Scott Tyner as lone finalist for superintendent

April 2208:29 AM

The Edgewood Independent School District Board of Trustees has announced their choice for lone finalist for superintendent. Scott Tyner has been named lone finalist for the position of superintendent of schools, following a board meeting held on April 21, according to the district. Tyner currently serves as superintendent of Martins Mill ISD, a role he has held since April 2021. Prior to that, he served for nine years as superintendent of Tenaha ISD, where he also worked as a coach and principal beginning in 2005, according to a statement from Edgewood ISD. view article

No visitors allowed at Santa Fe ISD schools after cyber event

April 2208:28 AM

Santa Fe Independent School District announced it experienced a cyber-event over the weekend, affecting internet and phone services across the district. The district shared the update on Facebook early Monday, stating that due to the ongoing issues, visitors will not be allowed at any Santa Fe ISD campuses until further notice. Officials have not released additional details about the nature or cause of the cyber-event. KHOU has reached out to the district for more information and will provide updates as they become available. view article

Midlothian ISD staff members put on leave after incident involving special needs student

April 2208:26 AM

Lubbock ISD sat down and shared the facts on the bond package with early voting beginning April 22

April 2208:25 AM

Erin Gregg with Lubbock ISD sat down with facts about the bond package. Early voting starts April 22. Find out more at lubbockisd.org. view article

Judson ISD accepts Bluebonnet Learning, other math materials for 2025-26 school year

April 2208:25 AM

Judson ISD approved new sets of instructional materials for district math classes April 17. At its meeting, the JISD board of trustees voted 5-2 to accept an adoption of mathematics materials selected by the Instructional Materials Committee for implementation in the 2025-26 school year. The dissenting votes were Laura Stanford and Monica Ryan, who had concerns on lack of buy-in from JISD teachers and neighboring school districts, respectively. view article

Bryan ISD hires new leader for Bryan High School

April 2208:25 AM

Bryan High School will soon welcome new leadership, as the Bryan ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved Dr. Gregory Bowhuis as the school’s next principal during its April 21 meeting. Dr. Bowhuis brings a broad range of experience to the role, most recently serving as Associate Principal at Magnolia West High School in Magnolia ISD. His career in education began in his home state of Michigan and spans several Texas school districts, with positions ranging from classroom teacher to campus administrator. view article

As School District Shrinks, Lubbock ISD Asks Voters To Grow Bond Debt

April 2208:25 AM

As Lubbock Independent School District faces shrinking student enrollment, trustees are asking voters to approve $290 million in new bond debt—and they’re claiming “no tax increase is required” to repay the debt. With interest, the bond would cost local property taxpayers $566 million, according to the district’s own estimates—almost double the dollar amount voters will see on the May 3 ballot. view article

Killeen ISD updates backpack policy for all secondary students

April 2208:20 AM

The Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is implementing updated backpack procedures effective May 1 and reinforcing safety expectations ahead of end-of-year events across secondary campuses. April 30 is the last day secondary students may bring traditional backpacks to school, the district announced, adding students who wish to continue carrying a traditional backpack after April 30 may do so if the backpack is clear or mesh and of standard size. view article

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TexasISD.com was the brainchild of Joe F. Smith. Joe retired early from a successful career as Superintendent of Schools for Hudson ISD, deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas. Due to a long battle with Post-Polio Syndrome the doctor made him hang it up and rest for six months. Never being the kind of person to sit still and also not being the person to listen to his doctor, Joe logged lengthy sessions in front of his PC researching school issues, reading papers and corresponding with his friends and colleagues in the education business.

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