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August 31, 2026
Texas says high school police certifications don’t show student ‘readiness’. San Antonio districts disagree

(San Antonio Report) Texas has changed how high schools measure “college, career and military readiness,” and two law enforcement certifications — county jailer and telecommunications — are now classified as low-value Tier 3 credentials. San Antonio-area school officials say the ranking could discourage districts from offering law enforcement programs, even though students show strong interest and the jobs can provide solid careers. Rather than dropping the programs, districts such as North East, Southside and San Antonio ISDs are looking at pairing law enforcement certifications with dual-credit courses or other credentials so students can earn more college, career and military readiness (CCMR) credit.

North Texas charter school leans on virtual learning to keep campus open through new state law

(CBS Texas) As a result of new legislation, Treetops School International charter school in Euless reopened grades 7-12, but with some changes.

San Antonio ISD closed schools to avoid state intervention, but it might not matter

(San Antonio Report) San Antonio ISD and Judson ISD could still face state takeovers despite closing schools with long histories of failing grades. Under Texas law, schools with five consecutive unacceptable ratings can trigger state intervention, and TEA has ruled that the failing records of SAISD’s Carvajal Elementary and Judson’s Park Village Elementary will transfer to the schools that received most of their students. That means Barkley-Ruiz Elementary in SAISD and Hartman Elementary in Judson must improve their ratings next year to avoid possible state sanctions.

Austin ISD could lose local control. Do state takeovers work?

(Austin American-Statesman) Austin ISD could face state intervention after 2 schools received five consecutive failing ratings. Experiences in Houston, Shepherd and Marlin offer mixed results. Related:

Judge Rejects CAIR-Backed Bid To Reinstate Fort Worth ISD Principal Appointee After Sharia, BLM Posts

(Dallas Express) A federal judge has denied Shayma Alzubi’s request for immediate reinstatement as principal of Western Hills High School, finding at this stage that Fort Worth ISD did not take an adverse employment action when it reassigned her to a higher-paying district role. The ruling is the latest development in a controversy first reported by The Dallas Express on May 26 after DX obtained social media posts tied to Alzubi’s Facebook account and requested comment from the district. The posts addressed Sharia, Black Lives Matter, DACA, Palestine, and FWISD’s COVID-19 mask policy. Related:

3 students stabbed at Socorro ISD’s Americas High School; 14-year-old suspect in custody

(KTSM) Three students were injured Friday morning in an isolated knife attack near Americas High School in the Socorro ISD, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Commander Jerome Washington said a call was received at about 8:31 a.m. regarding a person with a knife near the high school and the baseball field. Socorro ISD police officers arrived within minutes and found three students suffering from stab wounds. The suspect is facing three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Additional charges may be forthcoming as the investigation continues.

Richardson ISD teacher arrested on felony online solicitation charge, placed on leave

(Fox 4 KDFW) Berkner High School teacher Michael Ralph Fouse was arrested Thursday on a third-degree felony charge of online solicitation of a minor. Richardson police said detectives began investigating Fouse on Aug. 20 after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. The investigation remains ongoing.

Sinton PD launches investigation into non-verbal student found on busy roadway, CPS confirms probe into Sinton ISD

(KRIS) The Sinton Police Department is investigating last week’s incident involving an 8-year-old non-verbal student who left school and was found on a busy roadway.

Muleshoe ISD Teacher Arrested for Sexual Misconduct With Student

(Texas Scorecard) Allegra Mora was charged in June with improper relationship between educator and student. Mora was a teacher in the Muleshoe Independent School District at the time of the alleged offense, which occurred during the 2025-26 school year. Amarillo Mug Shots learned of the case and obtained records from the Bailey County Sheriff’s Office and Texas Department of Public Safety.

Andrews ISD teacher arrested for felony solicitation charge

(KMID/KPEJ) Christopher Legget Cleveland, an Andrews ISD faculty member was arrested by Andrews ISD Police officers Friday afternoon on a charge of Online Solicitation of a Minor, a Third Degree Felony in connection with an investigation in Arlington, Texas.

Texas teen allegedly posted anonymous school threat. FBI found her at a bus stop

(Houston Chronicle) A 14-year-old Texas student who allegedly tried to hide her identity on social media while posting a school threat online apparently wasn’t hidden enough for the FBI.

2 top local high school football recruits transfer, UIL decision looms large

(Dallas Observer) Are Texas laws making top athletes want to leave the state before they get to college?

DeSoto’s Pregame Handshake Snub Exploded In Their Face With a Brutal 38-0 Beatdown

(NewsBreak) DeSoto High School captains flat out refused to shake hands with St. Thomas Aquinas before their national showdown Saturday night, and boy, did that decision come back to bite them HARD. The Texas powerhouse, four-time UIL state champions, flew all the way to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., only to stir up some serious bad blood right at the coin toss. Their captains wouldn’t even acknowledge St. Thomas Aquinas’ captains, a move that immediately ignited a firestorm of criticism across social media.

Inside the New $27 Million Texas High School Football Stadium That Opened Friday Night

(Sports Illustrated) Argyle ISD’s new 7,500-seat stadium features a two-story press box, 60-foot scoreboard and room to expand as the fast-growing district adds another high school.

How women’s flag football is emerging as one of the country’s fastest-growing sports

(KBTX) Women’s flag football is gaining momentum in Texas, with 20 college teams already competing, including 17 varsity and three club programs. Prairie View A&M’s club team is highlighted as an example of players hoping to reach the 2028 Olympics, while Texas-Arlington is preparing to become the state’s first Division I varsity program in 2027. The UIL is also surveying Texas school superintendents about interest in adding girls’ flag football, which could expand the sport at the high school level.

Former TCU safety Jacob Fields charged with aggravated assault after locker room altercation

(Dallas Morning News) Former TCU safety Jacob Fields is facing an aggravated assault charge after a locker room altercation with an ex-teammate. Fields was booked into the Tarrant County jail Sunday and is being charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury.

Texas A&M researchers explore AI to strengthen math teacher preparation

(Texas A&M) A five-year, $2 million National Science Foundation-funded project will explore artificial intelligence’s potential to foster more flexible, creative approaches to teaching math.

How the new Letourneau University air dome impacts athlete performance

(KLTV) LeTourneau University’s new air dome provides a space for athletes to better their performance beyond the competition.

Rice University has expanded to almost 9,500 students. Can its close-knit culture survive the growth?

(Houston Chronicle) New dorms, hundreds of faculty hires and a record freshman class are transforming the once-quiet campus while Rice tries to preserve its intimate culture.

Houston City College faces $107 million deferred maintenance backlog, new report shows

(KTRK) Houston City College says it has invested over $100 million in deferred maintenance since 2020, but a new report shows the college system still has about $107 million in maintenance needs across its aging facilities. The issue comes as HCC reports record enrollment and academic achievements. The college recently surpassed 100,000 students across 19 campuses in the Houston area.

Apparently everyone wants to go to the University of Houston

(Houston Chronicle) The school set a new freshman enrollment record for the third year in a row.

Student Parents in Texas Unaware of Key Supports

(Inside Higher Ed) Priority registration and campus liaisons can ease barriers for student parents. New Trellis Strategies research finds many in Texas don’t know they exist.

Fort Worth zoning commissioners tap brakes on Keller ISD sale of 100 acres

(Fort Worth Report) A proposed industrial development on about 100 acres in far north Fort Worth/Alliance owned by Keller ISD has been delayed after drawing strong opposition from nearby homeowners and members of the Fort Worth Zoning Commission.

Federal funding could bring aviation training to Laredo schools

(Laredo Morning Times) A youth aviation program inspired by one Laredo pilot’s experience learning to fly as a teenager could expand to local high schools with help from a $5 million federal aviation workforce initiative.

Texas A&M Health Says School Cell Phone Ban Allows Teachers to ‘Reclaim Lost Attention’


(Texas Scorecard) Texas A&M Health reports that Texas’ new limits on cell phones for students during the school day are allowing teachers to “reclaim lost attention.” According to A&M’s research, despite initial anxiety from teachers, parents, and students about the new statewide requirement, concerns quickly abated leaving teachers more energy to focus on educating students.

‘They need to see themselves’: Dallas leaders examine educational challenges facing Black students

(Dallas Morning News) Black students must see themselves represented in education and find support in their community, North Texas education leaders said at a Thursday discussion.

Sunnyside community blindsided by Houston ISD’s decision to end park lease for construction

(Houston Chronicle) Sunnyside community members were shocked to discover that Houston ISD is ending its lease of Grimes Park to the city of Houston as it builds a new career and technical education center, according to the city parks department.

‘Sexist’ dress code sparks revolt at Humble ISD middle school

(Houston Chronicle) A student-led petition with more than 800 signatures is challenging dress-code enforcement at Creekwood Middle School in Humble ISD, arguing that girls are disproportionately targeted and that rules are applied inconsistently.

County treasurers, tax assessors ask Texas lawmakers for guidance on the end of penny production

(KXAN) County tax assessors and treasurers are asking Texas lawmakers for guidance on how to handle cash payments as pennies become harder to obtain after the U.S. Mint stopped producing them. Officials say Texas law requires counties to make exact change, creating costly administrative problems when residents overpay by even a few cents. They want lawmakers to establish a uniform policy for all 254 counties, potentially requiring a constitutional amendment.

More than 1.2 million Texas voter registrations are flagged. Here’s what voters should know

(KERA) The designation doesn’t mean a voter is ineligible. Here’s how to check your registration and make sure you’re ready to vote.

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