Overview
- TEA Commissioner Mike Morath ordered a state-appointed board of managers and a conservator, launching an application process and community meetings to install new leadership.
- Superintendent Karen Molinar will remain temporarily but must reapply, as the agency conducts a search that could result in a new superintendent.
- Morath cited chronic underperformance, noting about 34% of students meet grade level and 20 campuses have multi‑year unacceptable ratings in the roughly 67,000–70,000‑student district.
- Fort Worth ISD’s board said it was disappointed and will review options, while Mayor Mattie Parker voiced cautious support and urged stability for students and staff.
- State control will continue until multi‑year failing campuses are eliminated, with the action drawing comparisons to the 2023 Houston ISD takeover and its debated results.