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The Hechinger Report looks at the issue of state takeovers of schools and whether such measures actually aid student performance or function to undermine Black and Hispanic communities.
Takeovers have had limited success in improving student performance. Opponents say their real purpose is to undermine the power of Black and Hispanic communities.
Many parents are letting their kids opt out of the STAAR test despite the decision having consequences.
Many parents are letting their kids opt out of the STAAR test despite the decision having consequences.
The coalition includes the American Civil Liberties Union of Texas, the ACLU, the Houston NAACP among others stating the takeover is potential voting rights violation.