- TX
- Harris County
- 10/9/25
- 167 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent meeting of the Houston Independent School Board, public comments revealed concerns from students, parents, and educators about the district’s current administration and its impact on educational quality and teacher retention. A large portion of the discussion centered around the district’s growing reliance on uncertified teachers, with the percentage rising from 12% to nearly 25% following the Texas Education Agency’s takeover in 2023. This shift was criticized for potentially undermining educational standards, as uncertified teachers may lack essential classroom management skills and teaching experience.
- TX
- Harris County
- 9/27/25
- 81 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent meeting of the Houston Independent School Board, discussions centered on the district’s accountability system, setting ambitious goals for student achievement, and assessing performance metrics. Acknowledging the challenges posed by the district’s diverse student body, board members focused on the urgency of delivering foundational skills and the implications of the A through F accountability system.
- TX
- Harris County
- 9/25/25
- 81 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Houston Independent School Board, discussions unfolded regarding the employment status of several teachers, with accusations of insubordination and procedural missteps taking center stage. The board deliberated on contentious cases concerning teacher terminations and contract non-renewals, reflecting deep-seated tensions over policy adherence and administrative decisions within the district.
- TX
- Harris County
- 9/11/25
- 145 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the latest Houston Independent School Board meeting, parents voiced strong opposition to Superintendent Mike Miles’ leadership, particularly targeting the closure of school libraries and the implementation of a new curriculum model.
- TX
- Harris County
- 8/14/25
- 37 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Houston Independent School Board addressed several issues, with a key focus on the controversial changes to the compensation plan for teacher apprentices, which included the case of Christopher Jones from Cashmere High School. The Board also handled other personnel matters, including the dismissal of cases against teachers Ann Kieran and Sherry Jones, and authorized infrastructure improvements for a memorial pedestrian bridge.
