Austin Current
After schools failed, Austin ISD’s future is now in TEA’s hands
Burnet and Webb middle schools triggered mandatory TEA action. Here’s how state intervention could reshape Austin ISD in the months ahead.
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13mAustin ISD moves closer to state takeover after two schools receive fifth failing ratings
The preliminary fifth failing rating for Burnet and Webb middle schools means the education commissioner could close the schools or takeover Austin ISD.
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8mAustin Council approves tax hike, avoids deep social service cuts in $6.6B budget
Austin’s historic $6.6 billion budget will cost the average homeowner about $365 more in annual property taxes and fees next fiscal year.
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12mCan Austin break the costly cycle of homelessness, jail and crisis? One new program aims to do just that.
Austin's No Wrong Door initiative targets a costly cycle of homelessness and arrests by connecting people with long-term support.
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3mAustin fire chief retires abruptly; city to launch nationwide search
The city and the fire department declined to give a reason for Baker's departure.
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9mAustin ISD reverses bus hub plan for middle school students following parent backlash
The change comes after some Austin ISD families said some routes threatened student safety and accessibility.