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How do I get my SuperSearch on TexasISD.com?Former Carroll ISD superintendent sues district for breach of contract
A former superintendent at Carroll ISD sued the district Monday after alleging it paid him lower retirement benefits than what was agreed upon in his contract.
David Faltys, who served as superintendent for 15 years before stepping down in 2021, claims in the suit the district breached its voluntary retirement agreement with him. A district member at the time told Faltys an issue with his retirement payout was made by the Teacher Retirement System, not by the district, according to the suit.
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EDITORIAL | Teens and Supplements: Texas bill would restrict access to weight loss, muscle building products
There’s been talk about an optional Bible-infused curriculum in Texas public elementary schools since final approval last month by the Texas State Board of Education.
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Petree: Texas school trustees need better training on finances
A financial crisis is looming over many Texas school districts, and without immediate action, the consequences could be devastating. Many are on a collision course with fiscal insolvency.
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Federal Judge Blocks Biden Rule Providing Health Insurance to Illegal Aliens
A federal judge has blocked a Biden-Harris administration rule that required health insurance coverage for those brought across the border illegally as children.
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County GOP Chairs Urge Unity, Support State Rep. David Cook for House Speaker
A group of GOP county chairs from across Texas have signed on to a letter declaring their full support for State Rep. David Cook for speaker of the House.
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Dustin Burrows Faces Scrutiny Over ‘Speaker-Elect’ Designation
Burrows began using the title in invitations to a series of fundraising events scheduled for this week.
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State agency to ask lawmakers for $300 million to fix “significant neglect” in Texas’ Medicaid enrollment system
The request, which includes hiring more staff and updating the online application system, comes as applicants must wait for months to receive approval for benefits.
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Bonham ISD names new interim superintendent
Bonham ISD has named a new interim superintendent. Starting January 6th, Keith Boles will take over as interim superintendent until further notice, according to School Board President Chance Robert. The former superintendent, Dr. Joy Wilson, was placed on paid administrative leave last month.
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Here’s how Houston ISD is responding after student-athlete killed by train in front of classmates
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) pledged continued support for the family of 15-year-old Sergio Rodriguez, a Milby High School student who was killed in a train accident and announced measures to assist grieving students and staff.
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Henderson ISD teacher arrested after alleged relationship with student
According to a statement from Henderson ISD administration, the district was informed Tuesday of a report made to authorities of a Henderson High School teacher allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
After an initial investigation by the police department, the district was advised that the teacher was arrested. HISD says they immediately placed the teacher on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the matter.
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Henderson ISD releases statement regarding inappropriate teacher-student relationship
Henderson ISD released a statement Tuesday evening regarding a teacher having an inappropriate relationship with a student. "Henderson ISD was informed today of a report made to authorities of a Henderson High School teacher allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student. After an initial investigation by the police department, we were advised that the teacher was arrested. HISD immediately placed the teacher on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of this matter. HISD is fully cooperating with local law enforcement and remains committed to the safety and security of our students," read the statement.
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Three North East ISD schools could close permanently in May
Another San Antonio school district is considering closing schools to make better use of funding amid declining enrollment. A committee for the North East Independent School District has recommended closing three campuses at the end of the current school year: Driscoll Middle School, Wilshire Elementary School, and Clear Spring Elementary School.
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North East, Crystal City ISD’s announce downsizing efforts
We're hearing more instances of schools closing or "consolidating" to help keep their districts afloat. Most recently, North East and Crystal City ISD's announced similar changes for next school year.
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North East ISD announces plan to consolidate campuses
The North East Independent School District is looking to consolidate three campuses in an effort to combat declining enrollment. “I take our responsibility to our children and community seriously,” NEISD Superintendent Dr. Sean Maika wrote in an announcement sent out on Tuesday. “And while this is a difficult process, we must be good stewards of our taxpayer money. We, like other school districts across the state, have been losing enrollment, and have seen no increase in revenue since 2019. Consequently, some of our campuses are not being fully utilized and are inefficient.”
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Lewisville ISD parents unhappy with district’s decision to close schools
Lewisville Independent School District is the latest district to decide to close some of its schools. The Board of Trustees voted Monday night to close five elementary schools and also rezone parts of the district.
Parents like Laura Minter are now left to pick up the pieces. Minter said she had a tough conversation with her 9-year-old Peyton who found out his school would be closing for good.
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Taylor ISD’s Crow to retire after 40 years
Taylor Independent School District’s well-known spokesman, advocate and unofficial historian Tim Crow will retire after 40 years, according to an announcement posted to his Facebook profile Dec. 1. The communications and community liaison, who is also known for his encyclopedic knowledge of Taylor ISD history, plans to depart from the school district in the spring semester, officials said.
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Bonham ISD names James J. Branam to Assistant Superintendent
The Bonham ISD Board of Trustee unanimously approved the recommendation of Bonham High School Principal James J. Branam for the position of Assistant Superintendent during a school board meeting on Oct. 21.
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2023-2024 Texas Influenza Surveillance Activity Archives
DSHS has combined the individual weekly flu, RSV, and COVID-19 surveillance reports into one report effective Friday, January 19, 2024. The combined report will be titled the Texas Respiratory Virus Surveillance Report. The combined report contains all the data from the three individual reports and will be posted every Friday on the Texas Respiratory Virus Surveillance Report page.
The extended Texas Influenza Surveillance Report archive is available in the previous PDF format:
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Conroe ISD’s Mama Bear board breathes life back into anti-trans policy
Board president Misty Odenweller previously floated the idea of drafting a policy that would require educators to "out" transgender, gender nonconforming and nonbinary students, which former trustees shot down.
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West Texas Teacher Arrested for Displaying Harmful Materials to Minors
Crane Middle School Teacher Lyndell Ray Lee has since resigned from his position.
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HISD moves closer to losing state leadership with fewer failing schools
Based on preliminary ratings, Houston ISD is moving closer to having fewer failing schools, a momentum that moves the state's largest school district to losing state-appointed leadership. Superintendent Mike Miles reported Wednesday that 41 of the district's 273 campuses were graded D or F in 2024, and 170 were graded A or B according to unofficial results by the Texas Education Agency's A-F accountability rating system. Because of legal challenges, TEA was blocked from releasing the new ratings for the 2023-24 academic school year, but they are expected to be released on Aug.15.
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South San ISD could become 1 of 5 districts in Texas to have school board replaced by TEA-appointed members
The Texas Education Agency is considering whether to replace the South San ISD’s board of trustees with appointed board managers. “What happens to the old board? Do they have anything, any repercussions?” asked a woman attending the TEA and South San ISD meeting.
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Mother of Cy-Fair ISD student seeks answers after son’s death at basketball practice
A mom and employee of Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is still searching for answers after her son died of a suspected asthma attack at his first basketball practice at Thornton Middle School last month.
Brittany Thompson’s 13-year-old son, Xavier Thompson, died on Nov. 15 after suffering what they believe to be a severe asthma attack. The family is still awaiting the medical examiner’s report and word from Cy-Fair ISD leadership on what happened.
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Webb County’s top elected official switches to Republican Party
Tano Tijerina was elected as a Democrat to lead Webb County, which includes Laredo. It is among many border counties that Trump won in November.
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Houston ISD student hit and killed by train in southeast Houston
"The Milby HS community has suffered a tragic and unfortunate loss."
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Lewisville trustees vote to close 5 elementary schools
Five Lewisville elementary schools will close next year as the North Texas district confronts its declining enrollment.
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No more social media for kids? Texas lawmakers discuss restricting students’ digital spaces
Texas policymakers are thinking increasingly about children’s use of digital tools and presence on social media, a topic that’s likely to become a point of conversation in the upcoming legislative session this spring.
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Proposed Texas bill would ban sale of all THC products, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says
If passed, a Texas bill could ban the sale of all THC products in the state, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced Wednesday.
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Milby High School student hit and killed by train, HISD confirms
"The Milby HS community has suffered a tragic and unfortunate loss." A Houston ISD high school student was hit and killed by a Union Pacific train on Monday morning, the district confirmed.
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Austin ISD leaders lay out solutions to reduce staggering budget deficit
As the Austin Independent School District faces a $92 million deficit-- district leaders have laid out ways to reduce expenses.
In a virtual town hall Monday evening, AISD Chief Financial Officer, Katrina Montgomery, discussed possible solutions to their financial woes but first explained how the deficit reached dire levels.
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Lewisville ISD votes to shutter 5 elementary schools and draw new boundaries
Monday evening the Lewisville ISD Board of Trustees voted to permanently close five elementary schools. Not all votes were unanimous, but all carried. Several campuses will also undergo rezoning as part of the plan. The following changes will take effect for the 2025-26 school year.
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Lewisville ISD votes to shutter 5 elementary schools and draw new boundaries
Monday evening the Lewisville ISD Board of Trustees voted to permanently close five elementary schools. Not all votes were unanimous, but all carried. Several campuses will also undergo rezoning as part of the plan. The following changes will take effect for the 2025-26 school year.
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In a meeting with pleas and tears, Lewisville ISD board votes to close five schools
Lewisville ISD board members voted Monday night to close five of its elementary schools, a cost-saving measure officials say the district needs as student enrollment continues to decline and state funding for schools is uncertain. It was a highly emotional meeting, with more than a dozen people taking to the lectern during the public comment section to beg elected leaders to delay a school consolidation plan. Some speakers joined board members in directing rage at the state Legislature, accusing politicians by name of starving public schools and hurting neighborhoods. Gov. Greg Abbott, state Sen. Tan Parker and state Reps. Ben Bumgarner and Mitch Little were all named as bad actors.
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Spring ISD student shot after reports of juveniles fighting in parking lot near high school
A Spring ISD student was shot, and a suspect has been detained after deputies responded to reports of juveniles fighting in a parking lot near a school Monday morning. The Harris County Constable Precinct 4's Office said there was a heavy police presence in the 19700 block of I-45 North Freeway at the Burger King near Spring High School.
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‘What we train for’: Quick thinking, actions by Katy ISD police officers save man’s life
Four Katy ISD police officers were honored Monday for their actions which saved a man’s life last month. Katy ISD police officers Lt. Glenn Cloud, Sgt. Jeffrey Martinez, and Officers Matthew Graham and Jason Ryan received the district’s Meritorious Service Award at the Dec. 9 board of trustees meeting.
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