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June 4, 2026
Gunter ISD superintendent questions new Texas Education Agency tool
(KTEN) “It takes one upset community member just to say your name and to make a claim. And if it cannot be disproven quick enough, then it becomes a name on this dashboard. We need to keep that in perspective as we look at this,” said Gunter ISD Superintendent Brandon Enos about the TEA’s new Educator Misconduct Dashboard.
‘You are white trash.’ Deluge of vulgar messages sent to former Wylie ISD principal
(Fort Worth Star-Telegram) The Wylie East High School principal received hundreds of voicemails and emails, many profane and threatening, prior to her resignation. Tiffany Doolan, who had worked for Wylie ISD 19 years, resigned on May 26 after receiving backlash for a “Why Islam” cultural awareness event that occurred at the high school in February. The district said in a statement posted to its website that criticisms became personal and that Doolan was a victim of targeted online attacks and public hostility.
Former SBOE Candidate Says Consultants Promised Donations, Delivered ‘Disaster’
(Texas Scorecard) In a court filing responding to a lawsuit, Stephen Yearout claims his former consultants promised a $50,000 donation, sent him to the wrong place to file for office, and ultimately told him to drop out. Campaign Edge360 Corp. sued former SBOE District 9 candidate Yearout and his campaign committee earlier this year, seeking payment under a campaign consulting agreement that included a $65,000 management fee and other compensation.
Texas is considering a bigger role for Christianity in schools this month. Here’s how
(Dallas Morning News) Texas’ State Board of Education is expected to vote this month on a pair of proposals that would add to the growing presence of Christianity in classrooms across the state. It’s an effort conservative leaders have championed, saying the state’s education system needs to return to foundational American values. Critics say the push for more Christian teaching would give students an incomplete picture of the nation’s history and leaves out other religious traditions.
Austin ISD budget cuts to reduce student bus options, teacher benefits
(Austin American-Statesman) To eliminate its $181 million deficit, Austin ISD plans to cut almost 560 positions, including librarians, counselors and assistant principals.
Resignation letter: ex-El Paso ISD CFO Martha Aguirre cites lack of confidence and respect
(KFOX) Former El Paso Independent School District Chief Financial Officer Martha Aguirre’s resignation letter was obtained by KFOX14/CBS4. In the letter, Aguirre wrote that an “expressed lack of confidence” in her technical abilities and what she described as repeated dismissive responses to information she shared made it increasingly difficult for her to continue effectively in her role.
Jury seated in Karmelo Anthony track meet murder trial after immigration question sparks pushback, all Black jurors dismissed
(CBS Texas) Twelve jurors and six alternates have been chosen for the Karmelo Anthony murder trial.
Houston ISD high school teacher sues the district to pause contract nonrenewals, alleging retaliation
(Houston Chronicle) A high school math teacher is suing Houston ISD and seeking a pause to district contract nonrenewals after he reported educator misconduct to the state and was proposed for contract nonrenewal himself. If a Harris County judge rules in the teacher’s favor, it could pause a process that led to hundreds of teachers being terminated or resigning under HISD’s state-appointed leadership. Related:
Lockhart ISD launches districtwide initiative to reduce screen time, expand free play
(KVUE) The Lockhart ISD Board of Trustees approved the “Childhood Unlocked” initiative during Monday night’s meeting.
La Joya ISD launches dashboard to track district progress
(Progress Times) La Joya ISD launched a new tracking tool to promote transparency and ongoing accountability throughout its five-year strategic plan.
Texas university’s Pride Month post vanishes hours after going live
(Houston Chronicle) Lamar University in Beaumont reportedly pulled down a Pride Month post from its Facebook hours after it went live.
Texas Dream Act goes to court over fight to restore in-state tuition for undocumented students
(Texas Tribune) Advocates want a federal appeals court to allow them to fight for the Texas Dream Act. The law giving eligible undocumented students in-state tuition at colleges was blocked last year.
Texas colleges pass D.E.I. compliance audit, but some students question whether the ban is the right approach
(KXXV) Texas colleges largely received a passing grade on enforcing the state’s diversity, equity and inclusion ban, according to a Texas Tribune report — but not all students are convinced the law is working as intended.
Exclusive: Houston ISD student detained by ICE was on the verge of a successful asylum claim, attorneys say
(Houston Chronicle) Lamar High School junior Geremy Arteaga Cruz, 19, has been detained at the Polk Adult Detention Facility since January.
State Lawmaker Continues Legal Fight Against Barbers Hill Education Foundation
(Texas Scorecard) State Rep. Terri Leo Wilson has appealed a district judge’s denial of her free‑speech motion to throw out Barbers Hill Education Foundation’s lawsuit against her, blocking her from recouping attorney’s fees.
Fort Worth ISD revises Farrington Field land development request after residents urge caution
(Fort Worth Report) Developers have until July 24 to submit plans for land around the stadium. Fort Worth ISD says Farrington Field itself is not for sale.
Education Department abandons civil rights focus on Black students
(Fox 4 KDFW) The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help Black students. The Trump administration says it’s simply following the law. Civil rights advocates, however, say it’s an erasure of legal history.
FCC announces ‘top-to-bottom’ review of E-Rate
(K-12 Dive) FCC Chairman Brendan Carr cited increased screentime for kids and state efforts to limit devices in class as impetus for potential reform.
Region 9 hosts ‘Collaboration for Growth’ conference
(KFDX) Hundreds of teachers and school faculty from districts across North Texas packed Region 9 Education Service Center in Wichita Falls to gain insight into how to positively impact students’ lives in the classroom.
Frisco removes public input from council agendas indefinitely
(Community Impact) The Frisco City Council will no longer allow general public comments unless it relates to an agenda item. “We have been hearing from our residents overwhelmingly they want the business of the city of Frisco to come back and the decorum in council chambers to come back,” he said. “Quite frankly it’s moved beyond a First Amendment issue and has become a safety issue. We will return to civil discourse.”
Potentially explosive gas leaks reported thousands of times in Texas
(KERA) State law requires excavators to notify Texas811 so underground pipes can be marked — but many do not. An explosion that leveled an Oak Cliff apartment complex has been linked to gas pipe damage.
Did Texas Gift Supplemental Funding to Keep TRS ActiveCare Solvent or To Mitigate Rate Increases?
(RiskManagers.us) We asked ChatGPT “Why Did Texas Gift Supplemental Funding to the TRS ActiveCare?” Here is the response.
Texas now requires cities to do an audit before raising property taxes. Some small towns can’t afford it
(Texas Tribune) More than 130 cities, most with fewer than 10,000 residents, were blocked from increasing their property tax revenue because they had broken the law.
First U.S. screwworm case confirmed in South Texas
(Texas Tribune) Officials tested a sample from La Pryor in Zavala County at a lab in lowa, confirming the infestation, Secretary Brooke Rollins said.
Western Texas College offers school bus driver training in Snyder this summer
(Fox West Texas) Western Texas College in Snyder is offering summer training to help CDL holders earn school bus endorsements and fill regional driver shortages.
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