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.
Cy-Fair ISD projects $50M shortfall in 2025-26 budget as legislative decisions loom

Cy-Fair ISD is exploring options to address a projected $50.1 million budget shortfall for fiscal year 2025-26. CFISD Chief Financial Officer Karen Smith said at the April 15 meeting that the shortfall is due to a lack of state funding and an anticipated 1% drop in student enrollment, among other factors. The details:Public schools in Texas have not seen an increase in the basic allotment of $6,160 per student since 2019, according to the Texas Education Agency. CFISD officials said schools statewide are struggling with costs as the Texas Legislature considers bills that could boost public school funding.
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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School voucher bill gets initial approval in the Texas Senate, heads over to a more skeptical House

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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Carroll ISD officials visit Austin to discuss legislative issues

March 1808:21 AM

In her recap of events at a special board meeting on March 10, Bottom said CISD representatives held 30 legislative meetings, which included sessions with members and chairs of the public education committee, as well as freshmen legislators and state senators and representatives. view article

Fort Bend: Driver hits FBISD school bus during field trip downtown and assaults yard worker nearby, HPD says

March 1808:20 AM

A Fort Bend ISD school bus was involved in a crash while on its way to a field trip to Daikin Park in downtown Houston on Monday, according to authorities. The Houston Police Department told Eyewitness News that a red SUV rear-ended the school bus on Rusk Street at about 10 a.m. HPD said the driver of the SUV exited his vehicle after the crash, assaulted a worker cutting grass nearby, and assaulted another person further up the road. view article

UNT officials say they’re cooperating with civil rights investigation

March 1808:19 AM

The Department of Education Office of Civil Rights named the University of North Texas among the universities it is investigating for “race-exclusionary practices” in their graduate programs view article

PSJA ISD: Over 1,500 Educators Earned Teacher Incentive Allotment Designation

March 1808:13 AM

Over 1,500 Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) educators came together for a momentous celebration at the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) event on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at the PSJA Stadium. The event honored the more than 1,500 exceptional educators who earned a TIA designation, marking a significant milestone for the district. view article

Paris ISD Friday Enrichment classes visit Tailored Rides Equine Assisted Therapy

March 1808:13 AM

Recently students from the Paris ISD Enrichment classes embarked on a remarkable educational journey with a field trip to Tailored Rides Equine Assisted Therapy. The day was filled with hands-on learning experiences that provided students with unique insights into the world of equine care and therapy. The field trip offered students the chance to engage directly with horses, an experience that was both exciting and educational. One of the highlights of the day was the opportunity to learn about leading a horse. Under the guidance of knowledgeable instructors, students learned the importance of communication and trust between a handler and a horse, skills that are vital for safely and effectively leading these majestic animals. view article

Sinton ISD unanimously votes for district’s first-ever soccer program

March 1808:12 AM

School leaders in Sinton approved the district's first-ever soccer team in a unanimous vote Monday night. It's something community members had been working toward for some time. Sinton Soccer Club President Kelly Self said it's a decision that will bring pride and joy to many Sinton Pirates. "The kids have wanted this so much," she said. view article

‘It was not working that day’ | Killeen ISD Superintendent addresses security system failure on day Roy J Smith Middle School student was killed

March 1708:35 AM

Killeen Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Jo Ann Fey took questions in a half hour press conference Friday for the first time since a 14-year-old girl was fatally stabbed at Roy J Smith Middle School. According to Fey, the suspect accused of killing Serenity Baker on March 10 used a tactical folding 3.5-inch knife. Fey said the school's "evolved weapon detection system" was not working that day and that if it was, it may not have detected the knife. view article

‘No viable path forward’ to splitting Keller ISD, district says

March 1708:31 AM

It appears Keller ISD no longer plans to move forward with splitting the district, citing its existing bond debt as a major issue in a letter to the community. "The District currently carries over $700 million in debt from previous bonds," the district wrote. "Under a reshaping scenario, distributing this debt fairly would require tens of millions in additional funding – resources we simply do not have." view article

Keller ISD drops plan to split the district in two

March 1708:31 AM

The Keller Independent School District’s board of trustees will not follow through with plans to split the district to deal with budget restraints. view article

Laredo: LISD police officer arrested on domestic violence charge

March 1708:25 AM

A Laredo ISD police officer has been arrested on a domestic violence allegation, according to Laredo police. A woman stated that a relative had assaulted her and that she wanted to press charges. view article

More charges for Austin ISD teacher

March 1708:21 AM

Carl Innmon, a fifth-grade teacher at Baranoff Elementary, is facing two new charges that the school's principal says are stemming from AI-generated materials made from photos of students in his own classroom. view article

Brownsville ISD opts for appointment to fill Castro board vacancy

March 1708:21 AM

The Brownsville Independent School District Board of Trustees failed to agree Friday night on a path to hold a special election to fill former board president Erasmo Castro Jr.’s seat, choosing instead to make an appointment to fill the vacancy. The board met Friday because Tuesday is the last day to call a special election for the next available date on the state’s election calendar, May 3. The meeting would also have to be posted 72 hours in advance, Saturday, board attorney Eden Ramirez and Cameron County Elections Administrator Remi Garza confirmed at the meeting. view article

Vacant Aldine ISD Elementary School catches fire

March 1708:20 AM

A vacant Aldine ISD elementary school caught fire in Northwest Harris County. The fire started at Conley Elementary school on West Greens Road near Veterans Memorial just before 3 a.m. Sunday. view article

New South San Antonio ISD superintendent to focus on ‘quality’ teachers to turn district around

March 1408:29 AM

Since being appointed the South San Antonio Independent School District’s new superintendent, Dr. Saul Hinojosa has hit the ground running. Hinojosa told KSAT that since Feb. 19, he’s visited all campuses “twice” to assess the district’s needs. “I’ve been visiting with staff, I’ve sent surveys out,” Hinojosa said. view article

Malakoff ISD names lone superintendent finalist

March 1408:29 AM

Malakoff ISD board members selected a lone finalist for superintendent Wednesday. The MISD Board of Trustees chose Dr. PJ Winters for the position with a unanimous 7-0 vote. A 21-day waiting period is required before the decision is finalized. view article

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Brownsville ISD officials react to U.S. Department of Education cuts

March 1408:28 AM

On Tuesday, the U.S. Education Department announced plans to cut nearly half of its entire workforce after President Donald Trump proposed eliminating the agency. A group of state attorneys general filed a lawsuit to stop the job cuts. The lawsuit said the terminations are dismantling the education department. With the potential elimination of the department of education, Brownsville ISD officials said they are concerned about what this could mean for the over 36,000 students they serve. view article

Fort Worth’s rezoning of Keller ISD-owned land advances despite district opposition

March 1408:26 AM

Fort Worth City Council members say they want to protect Keller ISD schools in the city from incompatible development — a move that the district officials oppose. Zoning commissioners decided March 12 to approve the city-initiated request to change various ordinances — including intensive commercial and light industrial zoning — for 23 properties near schools to “CF” community facilities. view article

Former Itasca ISD teacher charged with child sexual contact, improper relationship with student

March 1408:25 AM

Adrian Buruata, a former assistant football and baseball coach at Diamond Hill-Jarvis High School, has been charged with child sexual contact and an improper relationship between an educator and a student, according to the Hill County Sheriff's Office. Authorities allege that Buruata engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old student during the 2023-2024 school year. view article

Georgetown ISD planning for 3rd high school

March 1408:25 AM

Georgetown ISD is getting more schools after way more kids have been enrolled in the last few years. FOX 7 Austin's education reporter Jessica Rivera has more in this Report Card. view article

Northwest ISD unanimously approves resolution opposing Tarrant Appraisal District’s 3-year appraisal freeze

March 1408:25 AM

During their regular meeting March 10, the Northwest ISD board of trustees unanimously approved a resolution opposing the Tarrant Appraisal District’s reappraisal plan for residential properties within the district. The plan would essentially freeze residential property values in 2025 to the 2024 values and does not require reappraisal until 2027. view article

Attorney for fired SRO says client was scapegoated, Atlanta ISD ‘hired a pervert’

March 1408:25 AM

A former officer with the Atlanta Independent School District Police Department pleaded his case at a special Board of Trustee meeting, arguing that he was made into a scapegoat and wrongfully terminated. Hardy Sheppard said he was fired from his position at Atlanta ISD last year following the arrest and conviction of a former coach at the school, Taureaus Maxwell, for indecency with a child. view article

Austin ISD elementary school teacher on leave after allegedly having ‘large quantity’ of child porn

March 1408:25 AM

An Austin ISD elementary school teacher remains in jail after being arrested on child pornography charges. Records show 50-year-old Carl Innmon, a fifth-grade teacher at Baranoff Elementary School, was arrested by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Wednesday afternoon. view article

Former Itasca ISD faculty member charged with improper relationship with student

March 1408:25 AM

A former Itasca ISD faculty member arrested for an alleged improper relationship between an educator and student. Adrian Buruato, 29, is charged with indecency with a child-sexual contact and improper relationship between an educator and student. view article

‘Back into salaries’: Former Lufkin ISD superintendent shares more on school vouchers

March 1408:25 AM

House Bill 3, a bill that would allow public school children to enroll in private or home schooling with the help of taxpayer money, rests in the hands of the Texas House Committee. The committee recently heard testimony from educators and others on school vouchers, former Lufkin ISD superintendent, Roy Knight spoke against the bill. view article

Former Itasca ISD baseball coach charged with having improper relationship with student

March 1408:25 AM

Former Itasca ISD Head Baseball Coach Adrian Buruato was arrested on Wednesday, March 12, by the Hill County Sheriff's Office following an investigation into allegations of sexual assault involving a female student, Itasca ISD said. On Monday, March 10, Itasca ISD personnel and the Itasca ISD School Resource Officer (SRO) from the Hill County Sheriff's Office received a complaint from the student. According to Itasca ISD, the alleged assault happened while Buruato was employed by Itasca ISD. view article

Another North Texas school district exploring budget cuts

March 1408:24 AM

McKinney ISD recently informed parents that some positions and programs could be cut. view article

“You are not alone”: Killeen ISD shares message after student fatally stabbed at Roy J. Smith Middle School

March 1408:23 AM

Killeen ISD shared a statement to students’ families after Serenity Baker, 14, was fatally stabbed during an altercation at Roy J. Smith Middle School on Monday. “There are no easy words for what we’re going through right now. Monday’s tragedy has shaken our school community, and we know many of you—especially our students—are struggling to make sense of it all. Please know this: you are not alone. We’re here to support you in every way we can," Killeen ISD said in a statement to Roy J. Smith Middle School families. view article

“You are not alone”: Killeen ISD shares message after student fatally stabbed at Roy J. Smith Middle School

March 1408:23 AM

Clear Creek ISD trustees approve additional $646.5K for culinary arts project

March 1408:21 AM

Clear Creek ISD's board of trustees approved a $646,500 contract with Houston-based construction company Generocity Services for additional funding for the expansion of the culinary arts program at Clear Lake High School. The additional funding, which was needed for mechanical, engineering and plumbing services, was approved at the board of trustees’ March 10 workshop. view article

Fort Worth ISD employee arrested for improper relationship with student at previous employer, authorities say

March 1408:21 AM

A Fort Worth ISD employee was arrested Wednesday for having an improper relationship with a student while working at Itasca ISD as a head baseball coach and junior high history teacher, authorities said. According to a news release from the Hill County Sheriff's Office (HCSO), on Monday, March 10, they received a complaint of an improper relationship between Adrian Buruato, 29, and an Itasca ISD student, who was 15 years old at the time, during the 2023-2024 school year. view article

Childress ISD cancels school on Friday due to extreme winds

March 1408:19 AM

Childress ISD has announced that they will be closed on Friday due to extreme winds forecasted for the Panhandle. According to Childress ISD Superintendent Mark Dykes, the decision was made out of an abundance of caution. The extreme wind event is expected to have many impacts across the Panhandle on Friday, from dangerous travel conditions to extreme wildfire danger. view article

Killeen ISD offering support, resources following fatal stabbing of Roy J. Smith Middle School student

March 1309:48 AM

Killeen ISD's superintendent sent an email to families at Roy J. Smith Middle School Wednesday night, offering support and resources following Monday's fatal stabbing of a student. "There are no easy words for what we’re going through right now — Monday’s tragedy has shaken our school community, and we know many of you, especially our students, are struggling to make sense of it all," wrote KISD superintendent, Jo Ann Fey. view article

Former Lufkin ISD superintendent Knight testifies against voucher bill

March 1308:52 AM

Former Lufkin ISD superintendent Roy Knight did not mince words in his testimony before the House Public Education Committee in Austin early Wednesday morning. Knight was one of 734 Texans who registered at the hearing, which began at 8 a.m. Tuesday and continued until about 6:30 a.m. Wednesday. 213 were in favor of House Bill 3, the House’s controversial school choice voucher bill, with 502 opposed to the measure. Nineteen registrants were neutral. view article

‘This bill is a skunk’: Former Lufkin ISD superintendent speaks against school vouchers at committee hearing

March 1308:45 AM

Former Lufkin ISD Superintendent Roy Knight spoke in front of a Texas House committee Wednesday, opposing the school voucher bill. The House Committee on Public Education heard testimony on House Bill 3 starting Tuesday morning and into Wednesday. "I’m too old and too tired to waste many words here," Knight said. “This bill is a skunk that we’re trying to pass off as a kitty cat.” Knight said the bill was being wrongly justified on two fallacies, the first being that private schools are needed to create competition between public schools. view article

Keller ISD school board’s talks on potentially splitting district prompt investigation by TEA

March 1308:35 AM

The Texas Education Agency Monday confirmed it’s investigating complaints about the “governance” of Keller ISD following a controversial proposal to split the district. The proposed split would divide the district along Highway 377, essentially separating students who live in Keller from those who live in Fort Worth. 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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