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Austin Schools Face State Takeover Decision | Texas News
Austin ISD’s three middle schools face a make-or-break moment: another failing grade could trigger a state takeover, echoing recent moves in Houston and Fort Worth. While some see intervention as the fix—pointing to Houston’s test-score gains—researchers warn it can backfire, disrupting schools without guaranteed results. Commissioner Morath holds the power to replace leadership or even shut down campuses, as he did in Wichita Falls. With accountability scores dropping on August 14th, Austin has a window to appeal—but if intervention looms, Morath will decide next steps, visiting districts to…
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