Texas Education Agency

Six months after the Texas Education Agency determined a North Texas school district needed to provide a student with residential placement to address his behavior and educational needs, the family is still waiting. Lawyers and advocates warn Kelton Lightfoot's case could weaken an official complaint process meant for students with disabilities and have far-reaching implications for accessible education in Texas.

The FWISD board also approved an exemption capping uncertified teachers and requiring all educators to be certified by 2029-30.

Shayma Alzubi was named the new principal of Western Hills High School, but was removed from her position after some of her social media posts were circulated by the far-right account Libs of TikTok.

Fort Worth residents raised transparency concerns as new leaders said the move allows flexibility during the district’s transition.

Parents question ties to schools, while business leaders urge focus on results as a state-appointed board takes control of the district.

The new leader takes the helm weeks after the resignation of Mark Ramirez and as the Texas Education Agency prepares to install new leadership for the school district.

Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath selected Peter B. Licata as FWISD’s new leader. He is the district’s fourth superintendent in four years.

Pete Geren, Robert Ahdheih, Frost Prioleau lead list of new Fort Worth ISD board of managers tabbed for Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath.

Schools were also directed to cancel or change celebrations of the late civil rights leader amid allegations of sexual abuse.

Research questions long-term gains from Texas’ school interventions. However, some Fort Worth leaders point to Houston as proof they can work.

The board approved Mark Ramirez’s departure as the district state takeover as the district restructures programs and staffing.

In a letter to the school community, Molinar said Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath informed her that the interview process for the district’s next leader is complete and that she will not remain as superintendent.