VanDeaver named executive director of Texas Association of School Boards

“My entire career reflects my belief that a strong public education system represents the best shot for all Texas children to achieve the American dream,” VanDeaver said. “I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the great people at TASB and thankful to the TASB Board for trusting my leadership as we continue to serve our members and the students they represent.” Former state legislator supports strong local governance of schools in Lone Star State “Gary has dedicated his life to serving the cause of public education both inside our districts as a teacher and administrator and for the last 12 years as a leading voice in policy discussions on public education,” said Tony Hopkins, TASB Board president. “The ability to relate to elected school board members who are responsible for governing school districts, to understand the challenges and opportunities in running school districts, and to bring the perspective of the many rural members were key reasons for his selection.” The Board conducted a careful and thoughtful selection process under the leadership of its selection committee, with support from Korn Ferry as its consultant.
State Board of Education Members Rally To Oppose Marxist and Islamic Influence 

The board is taking up the final reading of the new high school history standards this week. The Monday press conference comes as members of the state board prepare to amend and give final approval of the new high school Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills social studies standards, which were postponed following the passage of the elementary and middle school TEKS during the June board meeting. The high school TEKS are divided into five separate subchapters—U.S. History, Government, Geography, World History, and Personal Financial Literacy. Pickren told attendees that the Declaration of Independence recognizes that our rights come “from our Creator” and that to erase this from history is not neutrality, but historical revisionism. “Our schools must never become laboratories for political indoctrination, teach students what Marxism and communism actually produced: the destruction of private property, the destruction of economic freedom, and the destruction of individual liberty, and the death of millions of people under totalitarian regimes,” said Pickren.
State education board finalizes anti-Islamic rewrite of Texas social studies lessons

State Board of Education members on Friday approved a rewrite of what Texas high schoolers learn in social studies, disregarding pleas from Muslims who testified that schools should teach how people of Islamic faith positively contributed to world history. The Republican majority instead adopted a lesson, for example, requiring public school students to learn that “radical Islam” motivated the 9/11 attacks, as opposed to more narrowly focusing on terrorist groups such as al-Qaeda and extremists such as Osama bin Laden. A Muslim-American EMT was notably among those killed while attempting to save lives during the tragedy.
Huffines: School Audits Could Lead to Prosecutions for ‘Nefarious Spending’

The comptroller says his office is expanding its focus on government fraud as auditors prepare to investigate four Texas school districts. Texas Comptroller Don Huffines says school officials could face prosecution if upcoming state audits uncover fraudulent spending. Huffines made the comments during an interview on Texas Scorecard’s Real Texans, as his office prepares to investigate the spending practices of four yet-to-be-named school districts. “If we find nefarious spending, I will do everything I can to prosecute,” said Huffines. Huffines noted that the comptroller’s office has its own police force and said he has hired a new chief for the agency’s Criminal Investigation Division. He is also looking to expand the division specifically to assist with government fraud investigations. “Historically, the state of Texas has not really focused on that very much, and most governments haven’t,” said Huffines, arguing that Texas has a “massive fraud problem.”
Weather Update - La Porte ISD

After consulting with meteorologists early this morning and out of an abundance of caution, La Porte ISD will be closed today due to the potential for local flooding and hazardous road conditions later in the day. We will continue to monitor conditions and consult regularly with area meteorologists and will provide updates as needed. Please avoid unnecessary travel, use caution if you must be on the roads, and never drive through flooded roadways. Most importantly, please stay safe and take care of yourselves and your families.
Here’s what Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa say about education priorities in Texas governor’s race

From school takeovers to college affordability, the Democrat and Republican are rolling out their education priorities ahead of November’s election.

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TEXARKANA ISD HIRES JIM DUNLAP OF ARROW EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO CONDUCT SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH

September 2208:31 AM

The board of trustees of the Texarkana Independent School District has contracted with Mr. Jim Dunlap of Arrow Educational Services, Inc. to assist them in their search for a new superintendent. Information and the application process is available on arrowsearchinc.com and the TASA Supersearch page. The deadline for applications is Friday, October 16, 2026 view article

Preventive Law: Points to Consider When Purchasing Real Property

September 1408:40 AM

A school district’s purchase of real property is a significant investment of time and money. Once a school district has decided to pursue a real estate purchase, district personnel should engage in project feasibility analyses to assist the board of trustees in deciding which tract to pursue, at what price, and when. To ensure that the district retains the right to use eminent domain in case the negotiations for the purchase fail, the district should carefully follow the process laid out in Chapter 21 of the Texas Property Code. Finally, the approach to negotiating which provisions will be included in, and which will be excluded from, the contract, should always consider any legal requirements and protecting the school district’s interests.

Teenager charged in fatal shooting of Westbury High School student, but motive remains unclear

September 2908:40 AM

A Houston teenager accused of shooting and killing Westbury High School student LePaul Warren Jr. on Friday has been charged with murder, according to court records made public Saturday afternoon. Travoris Hines, 17, was arrested Friday evening according to police. He is scheduled to make an appearance before a magistrate judge later Saturday. If convicted, Hines could face life in prison. MORE ON HOUSTONCHRONICLE.COM: Westbury High School senior athlete shot and killed outside school Warren was shot and killed outside the west Houston high school Friday morning. Police didn't speculate on a motive, but said Hines and the shooter might have interacted or argued before the killing. view article

Lockhart ISD Cuts Classroom Screen Time by 50% for Elementary Students, Promotes Play

September 2908:34 AM

The Central Texas school district’s new initiative aims to promote healthier habits and hands-on learning while reducing students’ reliance on classroom technology. The Lockhart Independent School District is reducing classroom screen time and expanding opportunities for play and hands-on learning as part of a new districtwide initiative for the 2026-27 school year. Approved by the district’s Board of Trustees in June, the “Childhood Unlocked” initiative will reduce elementary students’ screen time during the school day by 50 percent while increasing free play and recess by the same amount. Secondary students will also have more opportunities for free play, and classroom device use will be limited to no more than half of each class period. To implement the changes, the district is expanding recess for students in prekindergarten through fifth grade, including additional opportunities in the morning and afternoon. Students in sixth through eighth grade will have designated free-play time before school and during lunch. Teachers are also receiving training on using technology intentionally, with an emphasis on hands-on activities and traditional instructional methods rather than replacing them with digital tools. view article

Klein ISD Fires Coach Arrested for Sex With Tomball Student

September 2908:31 AM

Nick Codutti was Klein High School’s athletic coordinator when a former Tomball ISD student accused him of sexual abuse.Nick Codutti was Klein High School’s athletic coordinator when a former Tomball ISD student accused him of sexual abuse. view article

Diboll ISD salutes queen candidates, recognizes Lone Star Degree recipients, DHS FFA advisor

September 2908:10 AM

DIBOLL – During the regular monthly meeting of the Diboll ISD board of trustees Monday evening inside the district’s administrative boardroom, board president Jay Wyatt saluted the four queen candidates from last weekend’s Diboll Day celebration and thanked them for raising $221,000 for the celebration. Temple-Inland, he said, gave thousands of dollars for each biannual celebration, so since its departure, it has been up to the queen candidates to raise funds. DISD Superintendent Igor Gusyakov recognized Diboll High School students Noah Arnold, Riley Brown, Jersey Stuckey, Graham Ward and Katie Williams for receiving the Lone Star Degree, the highest award Future Farmers of America members in Texas can receive. He also recognized DHS FFA advisor Missy Kaemmerling, to whom the FFA gave an honorary Lone Star Degree. view article

Abbott Moves To Ease Diesel Prices With Statewide Fuel Emergency

September 2908:09 AM

The governor is loosening diesel restrictions and seeking federal waivers after saying last week that ending the war in Iran was the key to lowering fuel prices. Texas is loosening restrictions on diesel fuel in an effort to increase supplies and bring down costs amid record-high prices. A proclamation by Gov. Greg Abbott also raises the allowable weight for fuel, agricultural, and timber loads and suspends Texas Low Emission Diesel rules to the extent authorized by the federal government. “Texas agriculture and freight run on diesel,” said Abbott. “Record prices put both industries at risk and raise costs for every Texas family.” “Farmers and truckers can now use dyed diesel on Texas roads, and fuel, crop, and timber loads can move at a higher weight,” he added. “These steps cut costs on the farm, on the road, and at the store.” Dyed diesel is off-road fuel typically used in agricultural operations and sold without a motor-fuels tax. Because it is untaxed, state law ordinarily bars its use on public roadways. Gov. Abbott’s proclamation suspends state restrictions and associated penalties to allow expanded use of dyed diesel on Texas roads. It does not waive the underlying fuel tax.

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Police arrest former Aubrey ISD educator for alleged improper relationship with student

September 2906:46 AM

Wesley Huber was certified as an educational aide until August 2026, when his two-year license expired, according to Texas Education Agency records. view article

Gov. Abbott Looks To Break Up Utility Monopolies in Austin and San Antonio

September 2906:42 AM

His proposal is intended to lower utility costs by allowing market competition. view article

EXCLUSIVE: Talarico Minister Says ‘Cult-Like’ Evangelicals Treat Bible as a ‘Magic Book’

September 2905:00 AM

Rev. Babs Miller calls evangelical churches “almost cult-like” and says white men in Texas fear losing control to “the blacks and browns.” New undercover footage shows a minister at Democrat U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico’s longtime church describing evangelical churches as “almost cult-like” and claiming white men in Texas are afraid of black and Hispanic Americans gaining political power. Rev. Babs Miller, Minister to the Parish at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Austin, also said some evangelicals treat the Bible as a “magic book” and are “slightly or maybe greatly misguided.” In the footage obtained by Texas Scorecard, Miller was asked, “What is wrong with evangelicals?” Miller responded that some people “pick words over people,” pointing to how evangelicals interpret the Bible. view article

East Texas State Rep. Gary VanDeaver resigns from office

September 2808:40 AM

East Texas State Rep. Gary VanDeaver of New Boston said Monday that he’s resigning from office, months ahead of the end of his term in Jan. 2027. “Serving in the Texas House has been one of the great honors of my life. The members and Speakers I have served with are some of the most outstanding servant leaders I have ever met. Texas is a better place because of the sacrifices these people have made to serve this great state,” VanDeaver said on Monday. view article

Austin ISD’s budget strains as enrollment dips, transportation spending increases

September 2808:28 AM

The Austin school district this school year has enrolled 65,951 students, more than 2,000 students short of its projected enrollment, complicating an already-strained budget which is partially reliant on the quantity of students and their attendance for funding. Over 6,400 students enrolled at the end of last school year did not return to Austin ISD for the 2026-27 school year, not including those who graduated, district leaders said Thursday. However, the district gained 8,500 new students, including Pre-K and Kindergarten. view article

Klein HS head football coach terminated after arrest on child sex abuse charges

September 2808:28 AM

Former Klein High School head football coach has been arrested after an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a former student, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Nicholas Alan Codutti, 43, faces charges of indecency with a child and sexual performance by a child. The alleged incidents occurred in Harris County in 2018 and 2019. view article

Austin ISD potential state intervention: Parents weigh petition

September 2808:25 AM

Parents at two Austin Independent School Distirct middle schools are weighing a petition that could give them a voice in what happens next as AISD faces possible state intervention following five consecutive failing ratings at both campuses. Burnet and Webb Middle School parents are weighing a major decision as the district faces possible intervention from the Texas Education Agency. view article

Suspect arrested after Houston ISD Westbury High School student was shot, killed

September 2808:25 AM

A 17-year-old suspect has been arrested following a deadly shooting that took the life of a Westbury High School senior near the campus on Friday morning. Police have not yet released the identity of the suspect who was arrested in the death of 17-year-old LePaul Warren. view article

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Former Klein ISD athletic coordinator arrested, accused of child sexual abuse: Court records

September 2808:25 AM

A former Klein ISD athletic coordinator was arrested on Saturday, charged with multiple child sex crimes, according to court records. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, 43-year-old Nicholas Alan Codutti was charged with indecency with a child and sexual performance by a child. view article

Montague ISD mourns ‘heartbreaking loss’ of a student

September 2808:24 AM

Montague ISD is mourning the loss of a student, the district said in a statement. The district said it is reaching out with "profound sadness" to announce a "heartbreaking loss within our school community," in a Facebook post Sunday. It's not clear exactly what circumstances the district is referring to, but the district goes on to offer condolences to "the student's family, friends, and loved ones." view article

Warren ISD removes employee after statements ‘raise concerns about student safety’

September 2808:21 AM

The Warren Independent School District says it's aware of an incident involving an employee and students in which statements were reportedly made that raised concerns about student safety at the Warren Elementary campus.

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Bowie ISD kindergarten student, mother die in car crash

September 2808:15 AM

A mother and her 5-year-old daughter were killed in a crash in Archer County on Friday. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Sarah Kelley, 42, and her five-year-old daughter crashed on Highway 25 near the U.S. 281 intersection on Friday. The crash happened in the neighboring county just west of Bowie. It’s not clear how exactly she crashed. Bowie ISD confirmed the little girl was one of their kindergarten students at Bowie Elementary School. view article

Sanger ISD student dies after school bus overturns

September 2508:31 AM

Sanger ISD has confirmed a student died on Thursday after a school bus overturned in Denton. On Thursday, September 24, Sanger Police and Sanger Fire responded to reports of a vehicle that had overturned at Huling Road and Lois Road East in Denton. FOX 4 flew over the scene and saw a Sanger ISD bus had overturned. view article

Stockdale ISD Superintendent Todd Deaver has passed away

September 2508:31 AM

Todd Deaver, superintendent of the Stockdale Independent School District (ISD), has passed away. The district shared the news today. “Mr. Deaver was an important part of our school community, and his presence, dedication, and contributions have touched the lives of many students, staff members, families, and community members,” said Acting Superintendent Roxanne Moczygemba in a social media post. “We recognize that this loss may be difficult for many within our community, and we extend our deepest condolences to Mr. Deaver’s family, loved ones, colleagues, and friends.” view article

Student hospitalized after ‘incident’ at East Texas high school, district investigates

September 2508:28 AM

A student was hospitalized following an incident involving six students at an East Texas high school. The district, with police, vows action against such behavior. view article

Houston ISD directs schools to cut staff and slash spending amid higher than expected enrollment losses

September 2508:28 AM

Houston ISD administrators directed some campuses to cut staff and slash spending a month into the start of school, as the district confronts the mounting financial pressure of enrollment losses three years into a state takeover. view article

Houston ISD state takeover could end this school year, but elected trustees face a long road to full control

September 2508:25 AM

Houston ISD may begin to regain local control of the district by the end of this school year. In August, both Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath and state-appointed superintendent Mike Miles said Houston ISD could exit the intervention "relatively soon." The state's largest school district has been under state control since 2023, after Wheatley High School in the fifth ward earned more than five consecutive failing accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency. The state intervention was renewed in June 2025 when Morath said the district needed to make more progress. view article

Tarrant County’s now-blue Texas Senate seat returns for rematch election in November

September 2408:49 AM

The Texas Senate seat that flipped blue in January, spurring hope and concern for the possibility of more Democratic wins in Tarrant County, is back on the ballot for the November midterms. Democratic Sen. Taylor Rehmet and Republican activist Leigh Wambsganss face off again for the Senate District 9 seat that represents most of Tarrant County, less than 10 months after the two battled it out in a special election and runoff that drew national attention to the country’s largest swing county. Rehmet, a 34-year-old Air Force veteran and machinist, took office in February after besting Wambsganss by 14 percentage points in the district that supported President Donald Trump’s 2024 reelection by 17 points. Wambsganss, 59, is a Trump-endorsed executive at Patriot Mobile, the Grapevine-based Christian, conservative cell service provider. view article

Education Voter Guide: What to know about Nov. 3 school board and tax rate elections

September 2408:40 AM

School tax and trustee elections will take up a lot of space on the Nov. 3 election ballot for many voters in Bexar County, alongside buzzy governor and senate races and hot midterm elections. All San Antonio voters can weigh in on whether to reauthorize PreK 4 SA, an early childhood program funded through a voter-approved 1/8-cent sales tax for another 20 years.Plus, seven area-districts in total will put an item before voters. Voters in Edgewood ISD, located in the heart of San Antonio’s West Side, and voters in Somerset ISD, located on the far Southwest corner of Bexar County, get to weigh in on school board elections. Both districts had four seats up for election this November. All Edgewood races are contested, while candidates in two Somerset races are running unopposed. Elections in five other area-districts will be money-centric. view article

Federal judge orders Texas to air condition all prisons by the end of 2029

September 2408:34 AM

High temperatures violate the Constitution’s protection against cruel and unusual punishment, the judge ruled. Texas will appeal. view article

Houston ISD directs schools to cut staff and slash spending amid higher than expected enrollment losses

September 2408:31 AM

Republicans see warning signs for Paxton in the Dallas-Fort Worth suburbs

September 2408:30 AM

GRAPEVINE — Jill Tate has spent 30 years building and maintaining the Republican majority in Texas. In all that time, she’s never been more worried about an election. “This is truly the first time I’ve felt in my bones we could lose the Texas House, and we could lose a statewide seat,” Tate said. “And that’s very scary.” view article

Boyd ISD finds no wrongdoing in how staff handled locker room hazing allegations

September 2408:25 AM

Boyd ISD says its staff handled recent allegations of hazing properly, but police continue to investigate the arrests of four high school students as an assault. Boyd ISD says it has completed its investigation into recent allegations of hazing inside the Boyd High School field house, and said it found no wrongdoing by its staff. view article

15-year-old Spring ISD student dies in shooting near Westfield High School

September 2408:25 AM

A 15-year-old Spring ISD student has died after a shooting near Westfield High School on Tuesday afternoon, officials say. According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the shooting occurred near Westfield High School on Ella Boulevard around 2:40 p.m. view article

College Station ISD custodian arrested on child pornography charges

September 2408:21 AM

A College Station ISD custodian was arrested Wednesday on promotion and possession of child pornography charges, according to the district. Gerardo Gonzalez, 22, of College Station, was an evening custodian at Greens Prairie Elementary School, according to the district. He was hired in February 2025 and was terminated immediately when district officials were notified of his arrest. view article

VanDeaver named executive director of Texas Association of School Boards

September 2406:20 AM

“My entire career reflects my belief that a strong public education system represents the best shot for all Texas children to achieve the American dream,” VanDeaver said. “I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the great people at TASB and thankful to the TASB Board for trusting my leadership as we continue to serve our members and the students they represent.” Former state legislator supports strong local governance of schools in Lone Star State “Gary has dedicated his life to serving the cause of public education both inside our districts as a teacher and administrator and for the last 12 years as a leading voice in policy discussions on public education,” said Tony Hopkins, TASB Board president. “The ability to relate to elected school board members who are responsible for governing school districts, to understand the challenges and opportunities in running school districts, and to bring the perspective of the many rural members were key reasons for his selection.” The Board conducted a careful and thoughtful selection process under the leadership of its selection committee, with support from Korn Ferry as its consultant. view article

Stop Six parents pushed FWISD for safer school routes. Two years later, buses arrived

September 2405:50 AM

As the sun peeked above the horizon, FWISD mother Adrienne Haynes watched kids walk warily alongside speeding cars, creep through construction barriers and hesitantly make their way across makeshift crosswalks. The FWISD students slowly made their way to their neighborhood school. Haynes petitioned Fort Worth ISD for two years to bus those children in her Stop Six neighborhood rather than have them walk through construction near Loop 820. On Sept. 11, buses finally began stopping near her neighbors’ homes. view article

TASB Board of Directors Names Gary VanDeaver as Executive Director

September 2405:00 AM

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