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| Vacant | Crockett ISD; Search by: Arrow Educational ServicesINFO | Vacant | Needville ISD; Search by: Arrow Educational ServicesINFO | Vacant | Granbury ISD; Search by: Arrow Educational ServicesINFO | Vacant | Uvalde CISD; Search By: Region 20 ESCINFO | Vacant | Blooming Grove ISD; Search by: Blooming Grove ISD Board of Trustees & Gary MartelINFO | Vacant | Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco ISD; Search by: O’Hanlon, Demerath & CastilloINFO | Vacant | Carrizo Springs ISD; Search by: O’Hanlon, Demerath & CastilloINFO | Vacant | Dickinson ISD; Search by: Dickinson ISD Board of TrusteesINFO | Vacant | La Gloria ISD; Search by: La Gloria ISD Board of TrusteesINFO | Vacant | Whitney ISD; Search by: Whitney ISD Board of TrusteesINFO | Vacant |
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Pettus ISD - Jesus Hernandez III, Chief of Staff,Southwest ISD; Search by: JCA Law, PLLC and DBU Educational Leadership Consulting Corporation.INFO |
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| Lone Finalist | Valley View ISD - James Womack, Superintendent,Richland Springs ISD; Education Solutions and Services Mike Smith & Letha HopkinsINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Dew ISD - Kent Reynolds, Superintendent,Hallsburg ISD; Search by: Impact Education Specialists - Doug Williams, Kevin Worthy, Blake Cooper and Stan SurrattINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Early ISD - Joan Otten, Director,Katy ISD; Search by: TASB Executive Search ServicesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Richards ISD - Michael Smith, Chief Operations Officer,West Hardin ISD; Search by: Leon|Alcala PLLCINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Northside ISD (Wilbarger Co.) - Paul Ryan, Superintendent,Rio Vista ISD; Search by: Region 9 ESC, Darren Francis and Kenny MillerINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Carroll ISD - Dr. Jeremy Glenn, Superintendent,Grandbury ISD; Search by: Carrrol ISD Board of TrusteesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Hutto ISD - Jeni Neatherlin, Superintendent,Granger ISD; Search by: TASB Executive Search ServicesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Louise ISD - Richard Wright, Superintendent,Agua Dulce ISD; Search by: Leon|Alcala PLLCINFO |
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| Lone Finalist | Waco ISD - Dr. Tiffany Spicer, Superintendent,Buna ISD; Search by: TASB Executive Search ServicesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Onalaska ISD - Dr. Kenneth Fraga, Assistant Superintendent,Onalaska ISD; Search by: Onalaska ISD Board of TrusteesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Graham ISD; Search by: Impact Education Specialists - Doug Williams, Kevin Worthy, Blake Cooper and Stan SurrattINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Lueders-Avoca ISD - Dr. Joe Alcorta, Superintendent,Dalhart ISD; Search by: Ronnie KincaidINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Lipan ISD - Jimmie Dobbs, Interim Superintendent,Lipan ISD; Search by: TASB Executive Search ServicesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Calvert ISD - Latisha Crockett-Tennell, Interim Superintendent,Calvert ISD; Search by: O’Hanlon, Demerath & CastilloINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Albany ISD - Daryl Stuard, Superintendent,Bremond ISD; Search by: Ronnie KincaidINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Victoria ISD - Shelia Collazo, Deputy Superintendent,Somerset ISD; Search by: JCA Law, PLLC and Saul HinojosaINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Hawkins ISD - Jeff Hutchins, Director of Operations,Van ISD; Search by: Impact Education Specialists - Doug Williams, Kevin Worthy, Blake Cooper and Stan SurrattINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Monte Alto ISD - Rashad Javed Rana, Assistant Superintendent,Donna ISD; Search by: O’Hanlon, Demerath & CastilloINFO |
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| Lone Finalist | Copperas Cove ISD - Brent Hawkins, Superintendent,Livingston ISD; Search by: TASB Executive Search ServicesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Utopia ISD - Joshua Ham, Principal,San Saba ISD; Search by: Utopia ISD Board of TrusteesINFO |
| Lone Finalist | Mercedes ISD (Short Timeline) - Benjamin Clinton, Deputy Superintendent,Raymondville ISD; Search by: Region One ESC, Exec. Dir. Dr. Daniel P. KingINFO |
| New Super | Mathis ISD - Todd White, Superintendent,Santa Anna ISD; Search by: TASB Executive Search ServicesINFO |
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How do I get my SuperSearch on TexasISD.com?Secretary Nelson to Open the 89th Legislature in the Texas House
AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson will today open proceedings in the Texas House of Representatives for the 89th Legislative Session at noon.
Texas oil, natural gas industry breaks record: $27.3 billion paid in taxes, royalties
The Texas oil and natural gas industry broke multiple records in fiscal 2024, including paying a record $27.3 billion in taxes and royalties, according to new data published by the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA).
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‘Good faith error’: HISD chief Mike Miles admits $870M budget approval error
The HISD superintendent spoke at a news conference after a report was published detailing that purchases had been made without board approval. Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles's administration failed to get board approval for contracts worth about $870 million over the past 16 months, according to district leadership."Prior to winter break, we discovered that we weren't following all the policies related to the procurement process," Miles said in a video posted on HISD YouTube TV. "One important step in board approval, and that step we missed."
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HISD official advises parents to dress students for frigid classrooms
A Houston ISD top official posted a video for parents explaining how to bundle up their kids for school, while school buildings around the district battle heating issues in the classrooms. HISD Chief of Public Affairs Alexandra Elizondo took center stage outside HISD on Wednesday, a blistery cold morning, to explain to parents how to dress their kids for the cold, including what to wear inside the school as temperatures hover at uncomfortable levels. "The first thing parents can do is they can help us by making sure their kids are dressed for the weather," Elizondo said. She then held up a hat and jacket, telling parents "hats, gloves, scarves—whatever they want to put their kiddo in, make sure they're dressed for the weather. So if they're walking between buildings at school or waiting at the bus stop, they're warm."
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Teen wounded in 2021 Timberview High School shooting was killed Monday in Arlington
A teen who was shot by another student at Timberview High School in 2021 was killed in another shooting Monday evening at an Arlington apartment complex, according to Arlington police. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office identified Zacchaeus Selby-Mukum, 19, as the man who died in the shooting on Monday, Jan. 13. Arlington police said the motive for Monday’s shooting is under investigation, but detectives have not found any evidence to suggest that the homicide is connected to the 2021 school shooting.
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HISD switches to UnitedHealthcare from Aetna
Houston ISD kicked off the New Year by switching from Aetna to UnitedHealthcare for employee health care benefits.
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Preventive Law: Documentation: A Potential Shield Against Liability
As the college and professional football seasons come to an end, many fans- myself included- are reminded of this truth: not every hire can be a touchdown. A seemingly great candidate joins your team and suddenly they’re not hitting the mark. It could be due to disciplinary issues, ineffective work, or a number of other problems. Many administrators have dealt with difficult employees and have at times been required to make the decision to terminate their employment. When those employees happen to be at-will or probationary employees, some assume they can safely terminate their employment without developing the usual documentation. This, in fact, may not be a safe assumption.
UT-Austin President Jay Hartzell leaves to lead SMU
Hartzell leaves UT-Austin after four years of tense political battles and legislative efforts to implement a more conservative vision of public higher ed.
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Gov. Greg Abbott directs DPS to bolster anti-terrorism efforts after New Orleans attack
The governor is calling for an expansion of in-state anti-terrorism programs and an increase in federal partnerships.
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Weather News Latest snow forecast for Fort Worth & North Texas: 5 inches possible, winter storm watch
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School closings & delays: Latest from ISDs in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, Jan. 7
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As bitter cold sweeps through Texas, ERCOT says the power grid is stable
As an arctic blast settled over Texas on Monday, dropping temperatures into the low 20s in some areas, the state’s grid operator said it’s not expecting any power disruptions this week.
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Texas Education Agency clears Fort Bend ISD in voter ...
The Houston-area school district faced accusations of electioneering for its attempts to encourage voting in a tax-rate election in 2023. While the district was cleared of wrongdoing, people involved with Fort Bend ISD at the time could potentially face bribery investigations.
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Hawkins ISD Names New Superintendent
The Hawkins ISD has named the lone finalist for the Superintendent position. Jeff Hutchins has a 29-year career in education that includes leading a basketball team to a state championship. He served as principal of Van High School for 12 years before becoming director of operations last year.
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NEEDVILLE ISD HIRES ARROW EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO CONDUCT SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH
The board of trustees of the Needville Independent School District has contracted with Arrow Educational Services, Inc. to assist them in their search for a new superintendent. Arrow President/CEO Dr. Russell Marshall and Lead Consultant/COO Jim Dunlap will conduct the search. Information and the application process are available on arrowsearchinc.com and the TASA website.
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Mart ISD School Board said they acted in best interest of district after sudden termination of superintendent
Residents of Mart left Monday’s special school board meeting both angered and wanting answers after the district’s superintendent, Betsy Burnett was suddenly terminated from her position. Later Mart ISD posted on Facebook explaining the reasons for her termination and revealed they have communicated this decision with Burnett since January of 2024.
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Texas names new higher education chief
Wynn Rosser will be in charge of guiding the state’s postsecondary education policies. He currently leads a foundation focused on rural East Texas and previously worked at Texas A&M.
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May 2024 Bond List
Bond Election Data collected by TexasISD.com for public school bonds in the upcoming May 2024 election cycle.
Cy-Fair ISD board considering transgender policy that mirrors Katy ISD
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD trustees are considering a gender policy that could require staff to notify parents if their child uses a pronoun at school other than their biological sex. Staff would also be prohibited from diagnosing or treating a student with "gender dysphoria" under what some are calling a "hateful policy."
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Cy-Fair ISD board considering transgender policy that mirrors Katy ISD
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD trustees are considering a gender policy that could require staff to notify parents if their child uses a pronoun at school other than their biological sex. Staff would also be prohibited from diagnosing or treating a student with "gender dysphoria" under what some are calling a "hateful policy."
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How to safely evacuate a wildfire
Evacuating a wildfire area can be scary, but experts say people can significantly improve their own safety with a little preparation and common sense.
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Local News Texas lawmakers consider additional property tax relief amid projected $20 billion surplus in 2025 session
More property tax relief considered. Comptroller Glenn Hegar will release the Biennial Revenue Estimate to the legislature. That estimate will reveal how much lawmakers can spend on the fiscal year 2026-27 state budget. Hegar will also confirm the state's surplus, which is projected at $20 billion, and how much will be in the economic stabilization fund also known as the "rainy day" fund. Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink spoke with five state lawmakers from across North Texas to see what they think the state should do with the expected surplus and if that includes more relief for Texas homeowners. During the 2023 session lawmakers passed, and voters approved, $18 billion worth of reductions from the school portion of the property tax bill.
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Texas lawmakers gear up for the start of the 89th legislative session
With recent GOP election wins in the Texas House and Texas Senate, all eyes are on school choice, border security and election integrity.
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Personal data of Dallas ISD students, staff compromised in data breach, district says
PowerSchool, a vendor providing services to multiple North Texas school districts, recently announced a data breach affecting the personal information of students and staff, the district said in a letter to parents. PowerSchool, a company hired by districts to store student information, reported the data breach to Dallas ISD. Similar to Dallas ISD, several other North Texas districts, including Denton ISD, Frisco ISD and Richardson ISD, use PowerSchool but were not impacted by the breach.
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Mansfield Timberview High School shooting
A shot student twisted his body on the high school stairwell landing, writhing on the tile floor on which his blood was smeared. A teacher, who ran after breaking his eyes’ fix on the shooter’s .45-caliber Glock, found he had a wound in his left shoulder and accepted a colleague’s offer of a wad of paper towels to stanch the bleeding.
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Texas Supreme Court to decide legal battle over El Paso migrant shelter’s future
Justices on Monday heard arguments from Annunciation House, which is fighting to stay open, and the Texas Attorney General’s office, which claims the shelter’s work with migrants violates state law.
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Raymondville ISD deputy super named finalist for top job at Mercedes ISD
The Mercedes Independent School District named Benjamin Clinton, the current deputy superintendent for Raymondville ISD, as the lone finalist for superintendent. Clinton was named the lone finalist during a special meeting held on Saturday.
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Houston ISD reveals details on new weapon detection system in some high schools
A new metal detection system will soon roll out at several Houston ISD high schools after multiple weapons have been found on campus this school year. Lamar, Bellaire, and Northside High School students, staff and visitors will be required to go through the Open Gate System.
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Another arctic blast headed to Houston next week, with potential for snow
Houston's first freeze of the year may be over, but another one is headed our way next week—and so is the possibility of some snow.. "There are no bones about it, next week looks pretty cold," said meteorologist Eric Berger of Space City Weather in Houston. "I do think we're likely to see freezing conditions in the Houston metro area on at least one or two nights," Berger added. But he said it remains to be seen whether we see a hard freeze (defined as 28 degrees or below by the National Weather Service) in Houston.
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Montgomery ISD Education Foundation awards $100K in grants to campuses
The Montgomery ISD Education Foundation awarded $100,000 in grants—in honor of the district’s 100th anniversary—to campuses for student experiences and classroom equipment, according to a Jan. 10 district blog post. Education foundation members, district administrators and local sponsors visited the district’s 11 campuses to award 32 educator grants on Jan. 10, according to the MISD blog post. Thirteen additional district-wide grants and fellowships were also awarded earlier in the 2024-25 school year.
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Tensions high in Cy Fair ISD as gender policy is discussed in board meeting
Cy Fair ISD is considering adoption of a gender policy similar to one enacted by Katy ISD.
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Lake Travis ISD brings food from Central Texas farms to campus cafeterias
Lake Travis ISD is serving students cafeteria meals using more food grown in Central Texas and across the state after receiving a federal grant. Through partnering with local nonprofits, LTISD is sourcing foods from regional farms to provide students fresher, more nutritious meals and avoid potential supply chain issues, district officials said. Additionally, LTISD hopes to support local farmers as farmland dwindles in Travis Country.
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Texarkana Independent School District (TISD) is excited to announce the grand opening of its Family Resource Center, located at 520 Texas Blvd.
The Family Resource Center is designed to eliminate barriers to economic independence for families, promote stability in students’ homes, and empower families to focus on academic excellence and educational opportunities. The center provides a wide range of services to support parents and families of TISD students, as well as students who are expectant parents.
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