Austin Schools Face State Takeover Threat | Texas News

Two Austin middle schools just got their fifth straight F from the state, putting the entire district on the brink of a potential state takeover — a move that could silence parent voices and replace the elected board with state appointees. Parents are alarmed, some even considering pulling kids out, citing past districts’ rigid, spiritless takeovers. They argue the state must shoulder more funding responsibility as costs soar. Meanwhile, the whole district earned a solid B — its best in four years — with progress shown across campuses. The district has 30 days to appeal; parents hope for a chance to keep moving forward without state intervention. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7c491dc368b76400