- TX
- Harris County
- 5/8/25
- 208 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Houston Independent School Board meeting was marked by a significant public outcry over the dismissal of teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, drawing attention to concerns over administrative policies, resource allocation, and educational quality within the district. The meeting, attended by numerous community members, parents, and students, saw a variety of issues come to the forefront, including the contentious handling of teacher retention, the impact of district-wide curriculum changes, and the perceived disconnect between the board’s actions and community expectations.
- TX
- Harris County
- 5/1/25
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Houston Independent School Board meeting was marked by sharp criticism of the Neighborhood Empowerment Schools (NES) program and discussions on budget allocations, revealing financial challenges and a focus on addressing disparities in resource distribution among schools.
- TX
- Harris County
- 4/23/25
- 139 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Houston Independent School District (HISD) board meeting, attention was drawn to budgetary decisions and their implications on the district’s schools and services. Central to the discussions were the proposed budget cuts for the 2025-2026 school year, which drew a strong response from public speakers who voiced concerns over the potential impact on Middle College High School and other district schools.
- TX
- Harris County
- 4/16/25
- 15 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Houston Independent School District Board held a meeting where it voted to terminate the contract of Rolanda McClain, an education assistant counselor at Northside High School, following the recommendation of an independent hearing examiner. The Board also addressed disputes related to district employees and approved several personnel actions in closed session.
- TX
- Harris County
- 4/16/25
- 116 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Houston Independent School Board meeting was marked by widespread dissatisfaction expressed by students, parents, and educators about the district’s management, particularly concerning teacher retention and testing policies. Public comments highlighted concerns about the impact of teacher dismissals on students, the district’s emphasis on standardized testing, and the allocation of funds. Superintendent Mike Miles defended the district’s curriculum initiatives, but many speakers remained critical, calling for a reevaluation of priorities to better support educators and students.
