Convenience Big Store: 9 more HISD schools may opt into Mike Miles' NES model, district says

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Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles speaks to reporters during a press conference Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at James Madison High School in Houston.

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9 more HISD schools may opt into Mike Miles' NES model, district says

Schools in the New Education System have standardized curriculum, higher pay for educators, additional support staff for teachers, and significantly less autonomy compared to other HISD schools.

HISD teacher loses case after hearing officer sides with district: HISD placed the 25-year teacher, Alaster Gaines, on what's called home duty shortly after she filed a special education complaint with the state. The board will make a final decision in April. Read More

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