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More than 100 HISD school buildings may need to be replaced

District projections show aging infrastructure, with over 100 schools potentially needing replacement due to poor facility conditions.

HISD to Notify Teachers at Closing Schools of Job Placements by April 17

As potential school closures loom, HISD outlines how teachers will be reassigned starting with April 17 notifications.

Gainesville ISD approves hybrid school calendar

New schedule blends traditional 5-day and recent 4-day formats

The Village School Announces Dr. Ryan Kelly as Next Head of School

Dr. Kelly brings over 25 years of experience in independent and international education to lead the school into its next chapter.

Early ISD Superintendent to Address Brownwood Kiwanis Meeting

Dr. Joan Otten will provide an overview of the district's activities and upcoming plans.

Houston families brace for upheaval as HISD considers closing schools

Parents and community members fear lasting damage as district plans to shutter 12 campuses next year

ECISD Delays Teacher Certification Deadline to 2029-2030

Texas school district given extension to certify all K-5 core content teachers

SAISD Considers New Charter Partnerships to Improve Struggling Schools

District looks to boost academic performance and enrollment through in-district charter model

Texas Education Agency Appoints New Beaumont ISD Board of Managers

The temporary board aims to boost student success by taking over from the current elected trustees.

Killeen ISD Faces Backlash Over Lifetouch Photography Contract

District continues to use Lifetouch despite concerns over company's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Judson ISD Weighs Closing Three Elementary Schools

Parents and teachers voice concerns over potential closures

Chireno ISD Calls for $11.2M Bond Election for New School

The proposed bond would fund construction of a new elementary school and related improvements.

Greenwood ISD Anticipates Layoffs Amid Financial Challenges

District superintendent and CFO cite policy failures in Austin as the reason for potential budget cuts.

Texas Districts Outsourcing Struggling Schools to Avoid State Takeovers

Independent school districts are spending millions to partner with third-party operators in an effort to improve accountability scores and avoid state intervention.

Judson ISD to Close Multiple Schools Amid Budget Deficit

Trustees vote to shutter Judson Middle School and three elementary campuses to address financial challenges.

Judson ISD Board Weighs Complaints Against Trustees Amid School Closure Tensions

Trustees vote to discuss and potentially investigate complaints involving the board president and one trustee.

Midland ISD to Convert Lamar to Disciplinary Campus, Hand Over South Elementary to Charter

Board to consider major school changes, including closing MAP campus and selling property

Burnet CISD Proposes $135 Million Bond for May Election

Voters to decide on facility upgrades, new construction, and technology investments.

Dallas Public Library Seeks Community Feedback on Proposed Changes

Online survey aims to shape future library services after branch closure proposal

Texas Prepares for Daylight Saving Time Shift in 2026

Clocks to move forward in March, back in November across the Lone Star State

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