public education

Fort Worth ISD wants an in-depth review of Education Commissioner Mike Morath’s decision to take control of its schools.

Trustees voted unanimously to balance enrollment growth as two bond-funded schools prepare to open in the 2026-27 school year.

Trustees say the committee turns an informal process into a formal, annual review tied to compensation, market data and district goals.

The Texas Education Agency received more than 350 complaints involving teachers and staff who commented on the assassination of Charlie Kirk on social media.

Applications for Texas Education Freedom Accounts can be submitted starting Feb. 4. The initiative reshapes how families can use public education dollars and sparks debate over equity, oversight and cost.

Declining enrollment and rising maintenance needs are pushing Southlake schools to study solutions.

Multiple civil rights organizations are seeking to block parts of Senate Bill 12, a sweeping state law that prohibits discussions about gender identity in public schools as well as student clubs based on sexual orientation.

Lake Worth ISD chief Mark Ramirez says he’s disappointed not to be a candidate for the job he now holds as Texas takes control of the district.

Republican officials in Oklahoma and Florida have also launched plans to expand the presence of the conservative youth organization founded by Charlie Kirk.

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Fort Worth’s local and state leaders said they want transparency and accountability as the state takes control of the school district.

The complaints are being reviewed by the Texas Education Agency, but some firings and suspensions have already occurred independently at Texas schools throughout the state.