Huffines Announces School Districts Receiving Fiscal Exam

A school district recently grilled by state lawmakers over nearly $100 million directed to a private education foundation will now face a spending review from Comptroller Don Huffines. Huffines announced Monday that Barbers Hill ISD is one of four districts selected for an examination of whether taxpayer dollars are reaching classrooms rather than fueling administrative growth and non-instructional expenses. Austin, El Paso, and Prosper school districts were also selected for review. The selection of Barbers Hill comes shortly after a contentious House Governmental Oversight hearing in August focused heavily on the district’s relationship with the Barbers Hill ISD Education Foundation, which has reportedly amassed approximately $250 million.
Houston high school football rivalry cancelled due to skin infection outbreak

One of Houston's biggest high school football games was canceled because of an outbreak of a contagious skin infection. Bellaire High School principal Michael Niggli sent a letter to parents stating that multiple members of the Cardinals football team were diagnosed with staph infections.
Court orders Galveston ISD to display Ten Commandments posters in classrooms

A Galveston official said it would follow the judge’s order. The district, along with two others, was sued by the state in 2025 for alleged noncompliance of the new state law requiring the display.
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.

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This small Austin school went from F to B. Has it found AISD’s formula for success?

October 0605:00 AM

In a recent English period at Bertha Sadler Means Young Women’s Leadership Academy, teacher Makayla Gray began class with students reading out their learning goals. She encouraged them to think about why figurative language matters and begin drafting a personal narrative. “If you can do these things, you will have been successful today,” Gray said. During her lesson on similes, metaphors and personification, seventh graders raced to raise their hands and giggled at Gray’s jokes. “Our language is full of figurative language,” Gray said. “What about ‘You are an angel? ’ Doesn’t mean that you’re literally an angel, like you’ve got wings and you’ll start flying around.” The class provides a window into how Sadler Means, a 222-student all-girls middle school in the Austin Independent School District, is trying to give students more ownership over their own learning. The campus improved from an F rating in 2024 to a B this year on the Texas Education Agency’s annual letter grades, a success that school leaders largely attribute to data-focused teaching and instructors earning buy-in from students. view article

Huffines Announces School Districts Receiving Fiscal Exam

October 0605:00 AM

A school district recently grilled by state lawmakers over nearly $100 million directed to a private education foundation will now face a spending review from Comptroller Don Huffines. Huffines announced Monday that Barbers Hill ISD is one of four districts selected for an examination of whether taxpayer dollars are reaching classrooms rather than fueling administrative growth and non-instructional expenses. Austin, El Paso, and Prosper school districts were also selected for review. The selection of Barbers Hill comes shortly after a contentious House Governmental Oversight hearing in August focused heavily on the district’s relationship with the Barbers Hill ISD Education Foundation, which has reportedly amassed approximately $250 million. view article

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

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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.

Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez to have private funeral and public vigil, Everman announces

October 0909:01 AM

The City of Everman announced Wednesday that private funeral services have been arranged for Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez and that the public is invited to a candlelight vigil in his memory Oct. 24. view article

STAAR rescoring requests triple after more Texas schools question computer grading

October 0909:00 AM

Thousands of STAAR reading results improved after humans rescored students’ written answers. Most of the initial grading was done by an automated engine.The number of requests to rescore students’ STAAR tests nearly tripled from last year as more Texas schools sought reviews of written responses on the reading exams, thousands of which were initially graded by computers. The Texas Education Agency began using an automated scoring engine in December 2023 to grade open-ended questions on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, including on the reading and English tests, with humans manually reviewing a quarter of exam scores. In spring 2024, the state had 2,758 requests to regrade open-ended response scores on reading exams. Then, 21,620 requests last year. This spring, that jumped to 64,489. view article

State agencies say they can’t bear the cost of proposed property tax reform

October 0908:50 AM

In hearings with budget writers in the House and Senate over the last several weeks, agencies said the cuts could jeopardize hundreds of jobs, child support collections, tax fraud investigations, prison security, juvenile probation programs and tax collections. “The impact of not funding these core operations … will likely increase recidivism; cause growth in the prison population… and negatively impact both supervision in the community and security within the state’s institutions,” Texas Department of Criminal Justice officials wrote in a 539-page budget request. Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows ordered the budget reduction in July for the 2028-29 spending cycle. The state’s $1 billion-per-year private school voucher program is exempt from the limit. The guidelines also protect public school funding, Medicaid children’s health insurance programs and debt service. view article

Land Commissioner Works to Empower Future Texas Agriculture Producers 

October 0908:41 AM

The new initiative is part of a broader vision of “putting Texas land to work” to strengthen the state and secure the future of America. An initiative spearheaded by three Texas entities seeks to assist the next generation of agricultural producers, helping to secure the future of national food security. The partnership between the Texas General Land Office, Texas Farm Bureau, and Texas A&M University focuses on assisting beginner Texas agriculture producers by providing education, mentorship, and “a pathway towards farming or ranching.” Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham said that the partnership is all about giving the next generation “a pathway into agriculture” and “putting Texas land to work.” “Food security is national security, and that security starts with making sure we have the people and the land needed to produce the food our families depend on,” said Buckingham. “The number of farms in America is declining, our agricultural workforce is getting older, and we must prepare today for who will feed Texas tomorrow.” view article

Trump Questions Talarico’s Absence as Paxton Demands ‘Proof of Life’

October 0908:40 AM

The Democrat has been absent from in-person campaigning for 12 days, with his campaign citing “the flu.” President Donald Trump is questioning Democrat U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico’s extended absence from the campaign trail, as Attorney General Ken Paxton’s campaign is now demanding “proof of life” from its opponent. Talarico has not made an in-person campaign appearance in Texas since September 26, with his campaign attributing the absence to a case of the flu. In a Truth Social post on Thursday, Trump claimed Talarico had been missing for 12 days and questioned the explanation for his absence. “TalaFREAKo has been missing for 12 days!” Trump wrote. “Now, after looking for him throughout all of Texas, and beyond, probably even weirder places than anyone would think possible, he put out a statement that he has the ‘flu.'” view article

Hundreds of Texas Data Centers Under Investigation Over Water Use Reporting

October 0908:40 AM

Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating data center developments across the state for compliance with legally required water-use surveys. Hundreds of Texas data center developments are under investigation for potentially failing to comply with state water-use reporting requirements. Attorney General Ken Paxton’s investigation targets data center developments that have not responded to the Texas Water Development Board’s water-use survey. Under Texas law, TWDB conducts surveys of entities using groundwater and surface water for municipal, industrial, power generation, and mining purposes. Paxton is demanding that data centers submit the required information and says his office has launched an ongoing investigation into data center developments across the state. “My office is currently investigating hundreds of data center developments to ensure that they are transparent about their water usage and fully compliant with the law,” said Paxton. “We cannot sacrifice our resources, water, or energy supply, and I will continue to fight for our communities across this state,” he added. view article

Texas led the U.S. in school book bans last year with 8,193, according to report

October 0908:37 AM

Report also finds Texas districts are increasingly relying on AI to evaluate what books should be removed from school shelves. Texas districts banned more books in public schools than any other state in the nation — and leaders are increasingly using artificial intelligence to decide what to ban, according to PEN America. The nonprofit, which advocates for freedom of speech across the country, released a reportMonday recording the number of book bans in U.S. public schools. It found that schools took 11,982 books off library shelves across the U.S. in the 2025-26 school year — the highest number since PEN America started tracking bans in 2021. view article

Texas Senators Hear Concerns Over Compliance Gaps in School Library Materials Law

October 0908:31 AM

Witnesses argued that schools are not fully observing the law when it comes to handling parental challenges to explicit library materials. Texas school districts cannot keep prohibited library materials simply because no parent has challenged them, a Texas Education Agency attorney told senators during a committee hearing. The Senate Committee on Education examined the implementation of Senate Bill 13 on Wednesday. The 2025 law establishes restrictions on library materials, requires school board approval for acquisitions, expands parental oversight of the library catalog including what library materials their children can access, and requires temporary restrictions on challenged materials. Sen. Brent Hagenbuch (R–Denton) said that while developing the law, lawmakers thought that “rather than require a complete, exhaustive review, we’re going to rely on local people. Parents can have access to the library. They can challenge books.” Yet parents have complained that despite the law, school districts are keeping explicit materials available to students. However, Von Byer, general counsel for Texas Education Agency (TEA), noted that the wording of SB 13 prohibits the possession, acquisition, and purchase of harmful materials. view article

Texas lawyers foresee AI litigation boom, debate if the legal system is ready

October 0908:30 AM

An avalanche of high-stakes litigation related to rogue artificial intelligence activity is just around the corner, and there is a significant split in the Texas legal community about whether the courts and existing tort law can handle such sophisticated and large-dollar disputes. Is the legal system ready? view article

No Jail for Former Magnolia Mayor Who Pleaded Guilty To Assaulting Pregnant City Secretary

October 0908:30 AM

A Tarrant County judge has placed former Magnolia Mayor Matthew Dantzer on two years of deferred adjudication probation after he pleaded guilty to assaulting a pregnant city secretary. Former Magnolia Mayor Matthew Dantzer has pleaded guilty to assaulting his city secretary while she was pregnant, but the plea deal keeps him out of jail. Dantzer, 52, entered the plea Oct. 2 in Tarrant County to assault of a pregnant person, a felony, and official oppression, a misdemeanor. A judge placed him on two years of deferred adjudication probation, which means he can avoid a formal conviction if he completes the terms. view article

Public Utility Commission Sues Attorney General To Block Data Center Records Release

October 0905:00 AM

In an effort to block the release of records indicating the location of data centers, the Texas Public Utility Commission is suing Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office. As Travis Morgan details in reviewing the case, the commission's lawsuit asserts that terrorism concerns justify withholding what it describes as "critical infrastructure information." The court must determine whether the withheld data concerns critical infrastructure vulnerable to acts of terrorism. In 2025, the Texas Legislature directed the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) to collect and report data on the water use of certain industries that have an inverse relationship between energy and water usage. This included data centers and virtual currency mining facilities. As a result, PUCT established the Energy and Water Use Survey, which was completed for the first time between April and May of 2026. PUCT asserts that in the survey “confidential responses were provided to the Commission containing detailed critical infrastructure information,” including each facility’s physical location. Specifically, the survey includes data fields for the county and state regional water planning area in which the data facility is located. view article

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School board candidates split on Keller ISD’s $828M bond, unite against district division

October 0808:40 AM

Places 4 and 5 are regular elections. Place 4 incumbent John Birt chose not to seek a third term on the board. In Place 5, incumbent Chris Coker faces two challengers. Meanwhile, Place 6 is a special election to fill the vacancy left by Charles Randklev, who resigned from the seat to run for Keller City Council, which he won in May. Early voting is Oct. 19-30. Keller ISD’s first bond since 2019 has five propositions. Proposition A is the largest: $756.3 million for districtwide maintenance, repairs and renovations. Other propositions focus on technology and maintenance of the district’s natatorium, athletic facilities and turf projects. All five can be funded under the existing tax rate approved Sept. 24, according to district officials. Coker and Place 4 candidate Geramie Parrish did not attend the forum. Organizers read their written responses. The three races — and the bond election — come as Keller ISD copes with a five-year loss of more than 4,000 students and the district’s plans to close three remaining intermediate schools at the end of this school year. view article

Lewisville ISD Teacher Arrested for Sexual Misconduct With Student

October 0808:34 AM

Gloria Resendiz is charged with child grooming and indecency with a child by sexual contact involving a Hebron High School student. A high school teacher in the Lewisville Independent School District was jailed for alleged sexual misconduct with a student. Gloria Martinez Resendiz, 35, was arrested and charged with indecency with a child by sexual contact, a second-degree felony, and child grooming, a third-degree felony. Resendiz teaches at Hebron High School but has been on administrative leave while police conducted a criminal investigation. According to a statement from the Carrollton Police Department, a school administrator notified police on September 27 about “concerning electronic communications” between Resendiz and a juvenile student. The student was enrolled in one of Resendiz’ classes during a prior school year. Jail records show the offenses occurred in March 2026. Police found evidence of an “ongoing inappropriate relationship” between the teacher and student and obtained arrest warrants for Resendiz. view article

What to know about Texas’ affordability crisis and how candidates want to fix it

October 0808:04 AM

As Texas voters fret about the high cost of living, candidates running in this year’s midterm elections are trying to claim the mantle of affordability. Candidates up and down the ballot have floated a litany of ideas, including cutting everyone a $1,500 check and pausing taxes, aimed at taming the high cost of, well, everything. To help voters navigate those proposals, The Texas Tribune has assembled a guide of Texans’ major household expenses — from housing costs, property taxes and homeowners insurance to health insurance, groceries and a tank of gasoline — and how they’ve ballooned over the last several years. Reporters with the Tribune surveyed major candidates running in the most consequential statewide races, read campaign sites and interviewed experts to understand candidates’ proposals to tackle costs and what solutions they’re still missing. view article

The beginning: Demolition of Southside center clears way for National Juneteenth Museum

October 0805:41 AM

Opal Lee’s dream has always been to educate all Americans about Juneteenth — the day freedom reached the remainder of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865. The Fort Worth advocate’s vision became a reality when President Joe Biden signed a bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday in 2021. Now, another dream of creating a hub to educate people about this crucial piece of American history is finally taking shape. On Oct. 7, Fort Worth officials, state representatives and community leaders gathered to witness the demolition of the Southside Community Center, clearing the way for the upcoming 50,000-square-foot National Juneteenth Museum. The ceremony coincided with the Grandmother of Juneteenth’s 100th birthday. view article

‘We have to suck it up’: Ken Paxton privately suggests cutting federal benefit programs to reduce national deficit

October 0805:00 AM

In a conversation that has been leaked in pieces to multiple publications, the GOP Senate nominee called for “reasonable cuts to mandatory spending,” which is driven by Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. In response to a question about reducing the federal deficit, Paxton said: “Making some reasonable cuts to mandatory spending — you’re gonna have to do it. Or there is no solution. That’s just the reality. We have to suck it up.” Around three-quarters of mandatory federal spending went toward Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid in the most recent fiscal year, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. Much of the rest covered aid to lower-income families, such as food benefits and unemployment insurance, and a mix of retirement and disability benefits for federal workers and veterans. view article

Trump Takes Aim at Talarico During San Antonio Rally

October 0805:00 AM

SAN ANTONIO—President Donald Trump rallied thousands of supporters Wednesday night, delivering a nearly two-hour speech that included repeated attacks on Democrat U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico. The rally at the Freeman Coliseum came less than a month before the November 3 election, with Trump urging Republicans to turn out for Attorney General Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate campaign and several congressional races. Throughout his remarks, Trump repeatedly referred to Talarico as “Talafreako,” criticizing his record on immigration, energy policy, and child gender mutilation. “A vote for Talafreako is a vote to turn Texas into a dirty, failing, third-world country,” Trump told the crowd, contrasting that with his support for Paxton. Trump also questioned Talarico’s recent absence from public campaign appearances. “Where is he? Where the hell is he?” Trump asked. view article

Most Texas Republicans ignore Democratic calls to debate in statewide races

October 0708:36 AM

When asked in July if Attorney General Ken Paxton intended to face off against his U.S. Senate opponent James Talarico, his spokesperson said, “of course we’re going to debate.” But with two weeks left until early voting, the Republican nominee has yet to accept any invitations, meaning this could be the first Senate race in Texas without a debate in a quarter century. view article

El Paso ISD among four Texas school districts selected for state spending review

October 0708:31 AM

The Texas Comptroller’s Office has included El Paso Independent School District among four institutions picked for “a detailed review” to examine if they spend state funds in compliance with state law. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requested a review process in August to ensure that districts spend state funds on students, classrooms and teachers and not on more administration or what he called “non-instructional bureaucracy.” view article

Houston ISD loses roughly 9,000 students, more than twice its projection

October 0708:31 AM

Houston ISD lost roughly twice the number of students district leaders had initially projected to lose. In June, officials projected approximately 4,000 students would leave the district and crafted their budget to withstand the roughly $50 million dollars it would lose in state funding tied to student enrollment. view article

Fort Worth ISD board president welcomes student letter as district seeks more community feedback

October 0708:31 AM

A group of Fort Worth ISD students is calling on state and district leaders to reconsider some changes made during the district's state takeover, and the president of the school board said their voices are welcome. The open letter, signed by 68 students ranging from second through 12th grade, was addressed to Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata, Gov. Greg Abbott, and parents across the district. view article

Texas will review Austin ISD’s spending in the state’s latest scrutiny of the capitol district

October 0708:31 AM

Austin ISD will be the subject of state scrutiny once again, with a new investigation into the district’s finances led by the state comptroller and spurred on by Gov. Greg Abbott. Texas Comptroller Don Huffines announced Monday that Austin, as well as Barbers Hill, El Paso, and Prosper school districts, would undergo a detailed financial review. view article

As AI spreads in classrooms, North Texas students help shape school policy

October 0708:30 AM

The influx of money allowed Rosenthal to outraise French in this most recent filing period, reporting more than $488,000 to French’s nearly $440,000. In the 12 days after French’s posts, Rosenthal received more than $349,000 in donations. In the more than 11 months of his candidacy before the day in which French disparaged the racial makeup of University of Texas students celebrating at a Longhorns football game last month, Rosenthal’s campaign had raised $366,000. view article

Orange Grove ISD board to act on superintendent’s resignation Thursday

October 0708:29 AM

The Orange Grove ISD board of trustees will hold a special meeting at 7 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, to act on the resignation of Superintendent Eddie Hesseltine, who is leaving to become executive director of Education Service Center, Region 2. view article

Bullard ISD superintendent placed on paid leave, district says action not tied to student misconduct

October 0708:29 AM

Bullard ISD Superintendent Micah Dyer was placed on paid administrative leave Monday night, according to a statement from the district’s Board of Trustees. The board said the action was taken during its Monday meeting. District officials did not disclose what prompted the decision, citing an active and pending personnel matter. view article

Mansfield ISD may change how trustees are elected. Residents are asking why

October 0708:28 AM

Inside Legacy High School’s library, only a few yards separated three Mansfield ISD trustees from more than 50 residents in attendance. The gap was much wider on how trustees should be elected. view article

Denton ISD acquires elementary school site in massive new Landmark development

October 0708:25 AM

From left, GP Mehaffey, assistant project manager for Landmark by Hillwood; Page Austin, senior lifestyle director; Denton ISD superintendent Susannah O’Bara; Andrew Pieper, senior vice president of Hillwood Communities; and Kim Cole, vice president of Hillwood Properties, pose at the future site of a Denton ISD elementary school. view article

Judge rules Klein ISD violated federal law by restricting disability watchdog’s campus access

October 0708:25 AM

A federal judge has ruled that Klein ISD violated federal law by restricting Disability Rights Texas' access to campuses to monitor conditions for students with disabilities. U.S. District Judge Alfred H. Bennett signed the final judgment and permanent injunction on Sept. 28. The order requires the district to provide reasonable, unaccompanied monitoring access, including opportunities for private communications with students, under protocols incorporated into the judgment. view article

Officials update Allen ISD board on current, future campus projects

October 0708:25 AM

Allen ISD is on track to deliver multiple bond-funded projects this year including school renovations and a new multipurpose complex at Allen High School. view article

Family of Marcus HS football hazing victim sues teens, parents & Lewisville ISD

October 0708:25 AM

A North Texas family is suing after an alleged hazing incident involving Marcus High School football players. The lawsuit claims their 16-year-old son was stripped down to his underwear and shot with a pellet gun at an off-campus offensive line team dinner in October 2025. view article

OxyChem gives $70,000 to Ingleside ISD for energy upgrades at two schools

October 0708:25 AM

OxyChem presented a $70,000 check to the Ingleside Independent School District on Tuesday to pay for energy upgrades at two campuses. The money will support energy-efficiency improvements at Gilbert J. Mircovich Elementary School and Ingleside Primary School, according to a district media advisory. The check presentation was held at Mircovich Elementary. view article

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