Texas took over Houston Independent School District, replaced the elected board, and appointed a new superintendent to improve test scores, but critics say it's not working after a year.
Texas adopted a drastic approach to address under-performing schools, taking control of Houston Independent School District (HISD) by disbanding the elected school board and appointing a new superintendent, Mike Miles, to improve standardized test scores. However, after a year under state control, teachers and community members argue that the approach is not working, despite good intentions.
May 22, 2024
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