Former School Board President Rhonda Skillern-Jones has entered a plea agreement while two others were arrested Thursday in Houston.
Unofficial results from Saturday’s runoff election indicate that two conservative-backed candidates won seats, while two incumbents fended off challengers.
Some major ISDs claim the recent ruling does not directly affect their mandates, although the injunction it overturned was statewide.
Four challengers prompted runoff elections in the state’s largest school district, although a court ruling could allow the state to appoint a new board in the future.
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A newly passed bill should let the TEA replace Houston ISD's entire school board, changing the course of an ongoing lawsuit.
The district will give "COVID-19 paid leave" and a $500 stipend to workers who are vaccinated or medically exempt from vaccination.
Social services, new technology, and staff expenses are all vying for top spots in the state's biggest local school budgets.
Other school districts canceled Wednesday instruction, but have not yet made decisions about the rest of the week.
Here's a list of stories to keep an eye on in 2020 — including Obamacare court battles, the race to replace disgraced Speaker Dennis Bonnen, and a potential state takeover of Houston ISD.
The TEA is beginning the process of taking over the Houston ISD after a year-long investigation found the district's board of trustees violated several laws.
It's that time of year again. As millions of Texas kids head back to school, parents have resources at their disposal to keep them up to speed and engaged in the classroom.
