What began as speculation has now become official. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced today that it will assume control of Fort Worth ISD, marking one of the most significant shifts in local education governance in recent years.
According to early reports from CBS News, the move follows months of mounting concerns over academic performance, governance challenges, and financial management. Superintendent Karen Molinar is expected to remain in her position, while a state-appointed board of managers will replace the district’s elected board of trustees.
Education advocates say this takeover mirrors the one recently imposed on Houston ISD and could signal a broader trend toward public-private partnerships in Texas school districts. While some view the move as a necessary intervention to improve student outcomes, others see it as a loss of local control that could reshape how Fort Worth schools are run.
Community reactions have been mixed, with residents, parents, and teachers calling for transparency and accountability as the transition unfolds.
For updates on the state’s takeover of Fort Worth ISD, visit CBS News Texas or follow official updates from the Texas Education Agency at tea.texas.gov.
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