Posted on · Parents and teachers continue to speak out against reforms and turnover in Houston’s public school system. The protests intensified this week as the state-appointed leaders of Houston ISD removed more teachers from their schools. The debate over these types of reforms is not new — even in Houston.
Posted on · In an email, HISD declined to provide a reason behind the reassignments "due to the confidential nature of this personnel matter."
Posted on · After the district eliminated 82 positions from its Human Resources department, the remaining workers have been told to work overtime and to be available on weekends. State-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles is pushing to close teacher vacancies with the start of classes one month away.
Posted on · Attendees can register for the event and submit questions for Superintendent Mike Miles and his team ahead of each meeting.
Posted on · The board itself discussed the proposed 2.2 billion-dollar budget for the upcoming year and plans to vote on it June 22.
Posted on · Many reform-minded community members believe the New Education System is a step towards better student outcomes. Critics argue the changes will impose a uniform education model on low-income communities across Houston who had no say in its formation, while leaving affluent communities untouched.
Posted on · On Thursday's show: The Texas Education Agency has unveiled the new Houston ISD Superintendent and the nine members of the TEA appointed Board of Managers who will oversee the state’s largest public school district.
Posted on · With two weeks until the takeover, the Texas Education Agency says it will stick with June 1 for the appointment of a new superintendent and Board of Managers — who have not yet been selected, according to the agency. The new leaders will be in office for a long time.
Posted on · The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) also filed a complaint today with the Department of Justice to investigate the TEA for those who felt their rights as voters were being violated.
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: We learn what was said at the first in a series of public meetings about the state’s takeover of HISD.
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: We learn how state lawmakers plan to address the issue of affordable housing during this legislative session. And we talk with a Houston storm chaser.
Posted on · Some district parents want to fight the takeover. Others hope it will succeed.
Posted on · Houston Matters discusses the Texas Education Agency's confirmed takeover of the Houston Independent School District.
Posted on · Houston Federation of Teachers President Jackie Anderson calls the political battle over the district 'a slap in the face' to teachers.