Texas Senate approves statewide teacher pay raises; bill moves to House
In 2024, the average salary for Texas teachers was $62,500, with rural teachers frequently earning less.
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In 2024, the average salary for Texas teachers was $62,500, with rural teachers frequently earning less.
In 2024, the average salary for Texas teachers was $62,500, with rural teachers frequently earning less. Now, the bill moves to the Texas House for consideration.
Tracy Johnson offered to resign due to the board's push to split the district in two.
House Bills 2 and 3 are being dubbed the Texas Two Step.
The Keller ISD board of trustees voted Thursday morning to accept the resignation of Superintendent Tracy Johnson.
A special meeting at 9 a.m. Thursday will address Dr. Tracy Johnson's resignation, as legal questions about Keller ISD's split and a new superintendent remain.
Parents from three Fort Worth ISD schools met Wednesday night to voice their frustrations about the district's proposal to close over 20 schools due to a significant enrollment drop and $17 million budget shortfall.
Dr. Karen Molinar, interim superintendent, is now the lone finalist for the permanent role as Fort Worth ISD faces challenges with school closures and improving test scores.
The Keller ISD School Board is set to take action on a separation agreement with the current superintendent and a new agreement with the interim at a meeting on Thursday.
Dallas and Fort Worth ISD remain open on Wednesday as winter weather continues. Check our website for a full list of closures, cancelations and delays.
A handful of school districts canceled classes for Wednesday and others have issued a delayed start.
In compliance with Texas law, the district's board must wait 21 days before making a final decision.
Next week, the council will consider a resolution to initiate the rezoning process.
Tuesday night, the Fort Worth City Council is set to discuss rezoning Keller ISD properties that are within the City of Fort Worth.
Fort Worth ISD could name a finalist for the open superintendent position on Tuesday.
Robbie Owens takes us behind the scenes of UTARI – the University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute.
A North Texas state representative has introduced legislation that would abolish the Texas Education Agency
Middle and high school students explored cutting-edge technology, robotics and career opportunities at Saturday's event, featuring hands-on workshops and insights from industry experts.
The investigation, which has already led to the arrest of the former principal and two former employees, may expand to include other accusers and schools.
Two educators and a principal are facing felony charges.
A teacher at the Newman International Academy charter school, which primarily serves elementary-aged students, has been arrested following allegations of an improper relationship with students.
A Fort Worth ISD task force is meeting Thursday to discuss the possibility of closing 25 schools due to a steady decline in enrollment and a $17 million budget deficit.
Keller ISD is considering splitting the district in two in order to help achieve "long-term financial stability."
Gov. Greg Abbott and President Trump are increasing efforts to boost border security. The Governor traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with the President in the Oval Office to discuss new ways they can jointly prevent illegal immigration.
In November, Northwest ISD families voted against a proposed tax increase that would have covered the deficit and preserved teaching positions.
