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Student-led project makes its way onto Conroe ISD bond proposal
Most students toward the end of the school year are caught up in a pre-summer wanderlust, almost detached from the classroom goings-on. One group of Conroe ISD students was busy thinking about how to get more space on campus for their group. view article
Frisco ISD School Board President Anne McCausland earns Master Trustee designation
Frisco Independent School District School Board President Anne McCausland has earned the Master Trustee designation by completing Leadership TASB, a Texas Association of School Boards program. view article
New textbooks downplaying history in the South
We want to give our kids the best education possible. Textbooks are a huge part of that, but are we giving them the best and most accurate books? According to an article in the Washington Post, the new history textbooks are downplaying the role of slavery as a cause of the Civil War. They don't mention the Ku Klux Klan or Jim Crow. Why not? It's part of the history of how southern states teach history according to University of St. Thomas professor Lisa Mundey. view article
Report: BISD hires Fred Shafer as director of Special Ed.
The Beaumont ISD Board of Managers appointed Fred Shafer as executive director of the district's special education department during a special meeting Monday, according to social media reports. view article
TI “Power of STEM Education” 2015 grants total almost $6 million
Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN)announced today that its 2015 corporate and foundation giving to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education totals almost $6 million. Focused on collaborative strategies to improve student success and teaching effectiveness in STEM education, TI and the Texas Instruments Foundation designate "Power of STEM Education" grants to a variety of nonprofit partners and educators in targeted communities where the company has a major design or manufacturing presence. Special emphasis is given to programs that reach female and minority students who are underrepresented in science and engineering careers today. view article
District’s Risk Management Department recognized by TASB
Garland ISD was one of just 10 districts statewide recently honored by The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). The district’s Risk Management Department earned a 2015 TASB Risk Management Fund Innovation Award for its creative safety video campaign. view article
Marfa ISD considers options as “rich” school district
Marfa ISD is taking a proactive approach toward its potential Chapter 41 status, which would classify the district as a “rich” school. Chief Financial Officer Victoria Sanchez discussed with the board of trustees at the June 15 meeting five different options they could possibly choose for the Chapter 41 status and heavily stressed that the board should consider each option carefully as three of them would have permanent repercussions. view article
Terrell: TISD board approves hiring two new principals
When the first school bell for the 2015-16 school year tolls for Terrell ISD in August two campuses will have new principals at the helm. In a special Wednesday noon meeting the TISD Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Raquel Villarreal and Charles Neal upon the recommendation of superintendent Micheal French. Villarreal will lead the W.H. Burnett Elementary campus while Neal will take over at the Phoenix Center. view article
School closings due to Tropical Storm Bill
The National Weather Service is predicting that severe weather caused by Tropical Storm Bill will hit the Houston area. School district and local officials are taking precautions, announcing closures and cancellations. view article
Treadwell accepts interim job
After 24 hours of uncertainty, Lloyd Treadwell officially accepted the interim superintendent job at Alvord ISD. The school board approved his hire with a 5-0 vote Monday night, but Treadwell's availability was uncertain due to another job opportunity on the table. He accepted the Alvord post Wednesday. Moving forward, Treadwell understands his role as a caretaker until the permanent hire is made, but he is happy to be in Alvord. view article
Willis ISD increases teacher salaries, approves additional personal days
The Willis ISD board approved an adjustment to salary pay scales for teachers and district staff Tuesday for the 2015-16 school year. There will be a $1,580 pay increase for all teachers, while the starting pay for teachers with a bachelor's degree will be $44,000 – a $1,000 increase over the 2014-15 school year. view article
Where are the specific protections for LGBTQ students in North Texas schools?
Last week's news that students at a middle school in the McKinney ISD were asked to leave for wearing 'Gay is OK' t-shirts in support of a bullied classmate points out the glaring lack of LGBTQ-specific anti-bullying and anti-harassment protections for public school students across North Texas. Now that the school year has ended across the region, the time is now to make changes and improve protections for LGBTQ students view article
Burns weighs in on legislative session
State Rep. DeWayne Burns, R-Cleburne, characterized the recently wrapped 84th Legislature as productive generally speaking, albeit a bit of a learning curve from his standpoint. “I worked with [members of the Texas Legislature] 20 years ago in advisory roles,” Burns said. “But it's different being on the other side of that desk for sure. Of course, I'm sure each session is always different from the next as well and you never know what to expect.” view article
Mentor program aims to get students college ready
Letzny Leyva's inspiration started in high school. As a senior at Veterans Memorial Early College High School she was introduced to Blanca Davila, then a student ambassador. Leyva credits Davila for pushing her to complete the necessary paperwork for college. Leyva was inspired then to give back to the program. view article
Steve Blow: As school year ends, teachers deserve our praise — one in particular for me
And so another school year comes to an end, marking a perfect time to honor all the hardworking teachers who gave it their best. But I'd like to honor one teacher especially — one who isn't just ending a school year but also a 34-year career in public education. That would be the teacher I'm married to. view article
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COMMENTARY: Texas Legislature improves the Texas model with conservative budget
The end of the 84th Texas Legislature is the day free market folks in Texas look forward to every two years. There are fewer opportunities to block progress when they are not in Austin. Taking a macro view of this session's fiscal outcomes, it was largely successful with passage of a conservative budget and historic tax relief. view article
Karnack graduates walk across stage for last time as school prepares to close
A special night for special people is how Sheldon Harrison described Friday night's commencement ceremony for Karnack Junior and Senior High School as he addressed the 2015 graduating class - the last class to graduate from the soon-to-be closed sc view article
Jose Espinoza: Team Socorro ISD continues to show improvements for students
Helen Keller said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” As the Socorro ISD superintendent, my first goal was to build a unified team that would work together to ensure globally competitive graduates. view article
Spring ISD launches Slide into Summer Reading Program
Spring Independent School District launched its summer reading program recently at the Chick-fil-A on FM 1960 with hundreds of families attending. “We know May is a busy time for families and we want to make sure that everyone in our district has an opportunity to participate in Slide into Summer Reading,” said Lupita Hinojosa, Spring ISD academics chief. “This program will continue throughout the summer, so families who weren't able to attend the launch can still get involved.” view article
My Take on the Legislative Session by Glenn Hegar
When my wife and I work on our family budget, we talk about how to make the best use of the money we have. We set aside funds for necessities and plan for our long-term goals, and never stop looking for ways to spend and save smarter. The Texas Legislature goes through a similar process every other year. During the 2015 session, Texas legislators crafted a responsible budget for the next two years, passed laws to make tax collection more efficient and reduced the tax burden for many Texans.
Mansfield ISD teacher arrested for child sex assault
A Mansfield Independent School District employee was arrested Monday and charged with the aggravated sexual assault of a child, the district said in a written statement. view article
Dallas ISD administrators, residents unite to solve Gaston Middle School student issues
Early this year, Brennan Johnson moved into his Dixie Lane ranch home just one street east of Gaston Middle School. Once a 1950s duplex, it was renovated into a single-family home. Now, he might relist it in a few years. Leo Landin, who lives across the street at the corner of Mariposa Drive and Dixie Lane, has talked of moving out then, too. That’s when the lease on his duplex ends. view article
Aldine ISD student hit by vehicle while getting on bus
A student from Parker Intermediate School was struck by a vehicle as he was getting on his school bus Monday morning in north Harris County. view article
Spring ISD will unveil its strategic plan May 21
Spring ISD Superintendent Rodney Watson is planning to unveil his much anticipated five-year strategic plan to the Spring ISD board of trustees on May 21. The meeting will be begin at 6 p.m. and will be held atFallbrook Church, 12512 Walters Road in Houston. view article
Tyler ISD Career and Technology center has opened
Tyler ISD on Monday commemorated opening its Career and Technology Center as a long-sought facility to produce workforce-ready graduates. The $34 million, two-story 147,000-square-foot structure on Earl Campbell Boulevard was among a half dozen projects funded with a bond issue approved at the polls in May 2013. view article
Longview ISD evaluating bids to demolish T.G. Field Auditorium
Longview ISD officials are evaluating bids to demolish the vacant T.G. Field Auditorium in downtown. Trustees voted 4-3 in January not to sell the auditorium for $200,000, despite district Assistant Superintendent Lynn Marshall saying he didn't see the district having a use for the property. view article
Garland ISD Officer Injured, 2 Dead in Shooting Outside Culwell Center in Garland
Two gunmen were killed Sunday night in Garland after opening fire on a security officer outside a provocative contest for cartoon depictions of Prophet Muhammad, and a bomb squad was called in to search their vehicle as a precaution, authorities said. Police were using robotic detection equipment to search the vehicle. No device has been found so far. view article
A Look at How House, Senate Budgets Compare
As the Texas House and Senate prepare to hash out a compromise on the state budget in the coming weeks, their members will have plenty of issues to resolve. The House passed a $209.8 billion budget two weeks ago after nearly 18 hours of debate. This week, the Senate is expected to pass its own version of the budget, which totals $211.4 billion. view article
House Public Ed Committee Meets at 8:00 AM today
More school finance today as Chairman Aycock starts the House Education Meeting at 8:00 AM. HB 1759 (notice w/bills) made public last week is on the agenda today for public testimony. View meeting
Shallowater ISD Teacher/Coach Reinstated After Sheriff’s Office Closes Investigation
On April 6, 2015, the Shallowater ISD administration was informed by the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Department that it had completed its investigation into an incident that occurred between an employee of the district and a student during an athletic period on March 31, 2015, and that it was closing the matter without recommending any further action by law enforcement. view article
Dealing with school vouchers
There is a lot to appreciate when certain state legislators advocate giving us a voucher worth thousands of dollars with the freedom to educate our children as we choose. Come to think about it, those are my tax dollars. And, as a parent, I am responsible for my child’s education. Besides, reformers keep telling me public schools are failing and I have the right to enroll my child in a school of my choice. view article
Spring ISD superintendent recommends termination of 5 faculty members
A scheduling mix-up could jeopardize graduation for many seniors in the Spring Independent School District. Dr. Rodney E. Watson, superintendent of the Spring ISD, wants to fire five faculty members connected to that mix-up. view article
Dallas ISD seeks short- & long-term funding for schools
The Dallas Independent School District presented a draft version of a comprehensive plan for facilities and academic improvement to the board of trustees on Thursday. The long-range plan, which calls for $1.5 billion in funding, would be directed at school choice, pre-k expansion and career readiness, according to DISD officials. view article
Taft ISD finds success in new daycare
At the beginning of the school year, Taft ISD opened the doors to their first daycare for the children of employees and there's been a lot of progress since our first visit. In August, Taft ISD's Early Learning Academy looked like this...now these classrooms are bright, cheerful, and full of activity. With positive response from parents, like Maisavel Saldivar, who's able to nurse and visit her 6 month old throughout the day while teaching with the district. view article
Dallas ISD home-rule commission votes not to write charter
The Dallas ISD home-rule commission voted Tuesday not to write a proposed charter that could have overhauled how the district operates and is governed. The commissioners voted 10 to 5 not to move forward with a proposed charter, effectively ending the contentious effort to convert Dallas ISD into the state’s first home-rule charter district. Despite that vote, the commissioners decided to continue meeting in the coming months to discuss DISD and eventually write recommendations for the school board. Unlike a proposed charter, however, the recommendations would not be binding. view article