She earned a Ph.D. in Education Policy and a masters degree in Public Policy, both from the University of Southern California. Sandi has had the distinct opportunity to work in private, public, and charter school education from early childhood through Early College. Ty Stevens, Miles ISD Superintendent said, "We take every rumored threat . School board trustees didn't receive formal notice about the decision or announcement until just before 8:00 a.m. In the coming weeks, we will use this platform to relay information to parents and the community. "And if I can't get the job done, can't get the outcomes, then I'd need to be fired." She also has over fifteen years of experience serving as a faculty/adjunct at various colleges and universities in Texas, Arizona, Virginia, and abroad. Get highlights, trending news, and behind-the-scenes insights from Houston Public Media delivered to your inbox each week. ", Saying that he knew he was being asked to take the district into "uncharted waters," he said he and his team, " knew that we would have to make the tough decisions that few others were prepared to make, and that many would oppose. Still, they are being asked to address deficiencies and budgetary shortfalls without any additional resources coming from the state. Please contact your campus to let them know, and this will be considered an excused absence. Keep your child at home if he/she feels ill, even if you think it is just a cold. During COVID, James taught college and wrote a book about the Dallas ISD Miracle: Miles to Equity. After going back to college, he earned his CPA license and did a post-doctoral program in Finance and Accounting at the University of Florida business school. He then became CFO for Third Future Schools, then moved to the Texas Education Agency as Associate Commissioner of School Finance; Chief Financial Officer. Kristen spent time at Excel Academy Charter Schools, Bellweather Education Partners, TOMS Shoes, and Stanfords Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies. He also led Dallas ISD, the states second-largest district, during a time when Morath served on the districts school board. Of the 462 applications for the board managers the state received, 52 roughly 11% were individuals who identified as Hispanic, largely underrepresenting the same demographic that accounts for about two-thirds of the district's student body or some 127,000 schoolchildren, according to figures shared Thursday by TEA and demographics data maintained by HISD. Scott Gilhousen, Chief Information Officer. In the last 19 months, Houston ISD has made strides in reducing the number of its campuses with a D or F rating from about 50 to 10. Included in this role was planning, leading, and speaking for Early Education conferences around the South-Central Region, which included Texas and the surrounding states. it's the end of the school year, it's time for a good transition. In addition to roles at OESE, she held positions in the Office of the Deputy Secretary, and Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development. Superintendent Miles began working today under a 21-day interim contract until he receives formal approval from the Board of Managers. Mike Miles is the current superintendent of Houston Independent School District. Chad Woolery served the district from December 1993 to August 1996, when he left to take another job. I know of no other district that has been able to accomplish as much in the same period of time. Miles and the new board will inherit a district that has for years remained an overall well-performing school system, compared with others in Texas. There has been minimal community engagement and very little transparency," Turner said. Now DISD leaders set out to hire their 8th Superintendent in 19 years. In addition to roles at OESE, she held positions in the Office of the Deputy Secretary, and Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development. Morath said the district had long neglected some of its students and that he had no choice. Over the last two years Ms. Massey has served the Third Future Schools Network as Executive Director and Deputy Chief of Schools. She also has over fifteen years of experience serving as a faculty/adjunct at various colleges and universities in Texas, Arizona, Virginia, and abroad. Take Our CBSDFW.COM Poll , Miles also said that the transformation of a large, urban school district takes time, but that, "with the support of the board and the community, we were able to accomplish an incredible amount in just three years.". Currently admitted to practice law in California (2003) and Texas (2013), Woods obtained her Juris Doctorate from the University of California-Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law in 2003. Instead, trustees reprimand Miles regarding his leadership and issued a "Letter of Concern." , Education Commissioner Mike Morath said the agency was "looking for people from a wide array of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who believe all children can learn and achieve at high levels when properly supported and who can work together. "The named Superintendent and Board of Managers were chosen behind closed doors by the state with little or no input from parents, teachers, or local community leaders. Superintendent. (2015 CBS Local Media, a division of CBS Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. "I think it's pretty ridiculous. He said, "We have laid a great foundation. The cuts, which include 672 layoffs, represent a workforce reduction of more than 20 percent to HISD's administrative staff. Ms. Paul earned a Bachelor of Arts in Government from University of Texas in 1986, a Master of Education from National-Louis University in 1994, and a Master of Business Administration from University of St. Thomas in 2005. The measure improved numerous schools that were previously failing state ratings. This role capped off nearly eight years of service at the USDE, where she was involved in policy creation and implementation, state engagement, regulatory development, and budget creation and administration. He then served as a Diplomat to Poland and Russia at the end of the Cold War, finishing his state department work as the Special Assistant to the Ambassador to Russia. ", Miles said he believes that educating students is the most important work of our time and that his job was to put in place the "critical" pieces needed to make a transformation. Miles said in a statement. Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and other city leaders Wednesday criticized a plan by new Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles, who is eliminating librarians at dozens of schools in the. Ms. Massey is starting her 30th year in education. A hard-charging education leader devoted to shaking up the status quo in struggling school districts appears poised to become the superintendent of Houston ISD. The three trustees had called for a board meeting, to include public discussion, back in February. The state has chosen to take over HISD, the largest school district in Texas, and it now owns it and has the responsibility of seeing that every one of the 274 schools is academically performing and given the resources needed to meet the needs of every student.Anything less only adds to the distrust that already exists between the state and local units of government. Kristen Dobson Hole, Chief Academic Officer. View KPRC 2 Reporter Sabirah Rayfords full interview with Miles in the video player below. HOUSTON - Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles announced the initial of members of the district's leadership team on Monday, just a few days after his appointment to the position. While in Dallas, he helped implement a new pay system based on the performance and effectiveness of teachers and school administrators. by Alejandro Serrano and Brian Lopez The states takeover of Houston ISD was the response to years of poor academic outcomes at a single campus in the district, Phillis Wheatley High School; allegations of misconduct against school board members; and the ongoing presence of a conservator whos been overseeing the district for years. Phillis Wheatley reached that threshold in 2019. Kerri also served as State Superintendent of Education for Washington D.C., where she led the state system that included early childhood education, school food services, federal K-12 policy and finances, and higher education programming. "Similar to the construction of a new building, you have to first put in place the foundation in order for the entire building to be strong. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. She also implemented a program to better track energy use and reduce utility costs. In a statement, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner criticized the move by TEA. Resources like these are made possible by the generosity of our community of donors, foundations, and corporate partners. She also graduated fromthe AtlanticsNational Superintendents Academy in 2019. While the transformation of a large, urban district takes time, with the support of the Board and the community, we were able to accomplish an incredible amount in just three years, Miles said in a statement. Prior to joining Cicero Group, Kerri was the Education Program and Policy Officer for ExxonMobil. After a few years, he decided return to the education finance field as Chief Financial Officer in Dallas ISD. Teachers will design innovative instruction using interactive and online learning tools. Superintendent gives 2013 State of the Schools address; 100-Day Report; Family Events; Listen & Learn; . So proud of @dallasschools students, teachers and staff for finishing the year strong! That caused a lot of concerned educators and parents to express their disappointment. We want to reiterate a request to our broader community to take the following reasonable precautions to prevent the spread of the illness: Dont shake hands Wash your hands regularly Limit movement within the community, especially avoiding crowded placed and maintaining 3 to 6 ft of distance between people (at least an arms length) If you are moving around in the community, dont congregate in large groups For those who have traveled to areas with known COVID-19 cases both inside and outside of the country we ask that you self-quarantine and monitor for symptoms. Berlin Township School District 2023 - 2024 User Friendly Budget She launched the first statewide curriculum evaluation system that provides free, transparent, and user-friendly reviews about the quality of curricular resources used in the Texas market to all educators. After her first seven years in the classroom, she was asked to take over the South-Central Region of the U.S. as Early Education Director for Association of Christian Schools International, where she trained teachers and principals in areas of school law, philosophy, and led accreditation teams. Select Departments District In May, Miles survived a vote that would have forced him to tender his resignation. Building partnerships was key to her success; she was the liaison to the State Board of Education, D.C. City Council, and the Mayors Office. The governing body of a school system bears ultimate responsibility for the outcomes of all students, Morath wrote. Use the search field above to filter by staff name. Students will adhere to assignment deadlines. Their collective experience and expertise make this one of the most skilled education leadership teams in the nation. Mike Miles is shown at Wheatley High School, 4801 Providence St., Thursday, June 1, 2023, in Houston. On July 28, I was named the Lone Finalist for the Miles ISD Superintendent position. Kristin also oversaw the agencys curriculum implementation programs focused on providing intensive training, technical assistance and job-embedded support to educators, coaches, and administrators. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has outlined the need for all communities to implement a social distancing protocol. Im writing today to share a few important updates. Miles said he's laser-focused on the mission at hand. Those named to the leadership positions are just the first in a series of appointments that will be announced over the coming weeks, the district says. Miles, a former Dallas ISD superintendent, told KHOU 11 that he's on a mission. Bill Zeeble. His work examines the institutions and policies affecting millions of students and families across Texas, with a focus on Houston home to the largest school district in the state. ", Some public education advocates, like CVPE cofounder Ruth Kravetz, are deeply skeptical of Miles due to, his push for performance-based teacher pay in Dallas ISD. after a tumultuous three years as superintendent of the Dallas ISD, Miles didn't show up to his last . ", Massive loggerhead sea turtle stranded on Texas beach gets rescued, Group rescues massive loggerhead sea turtle stranded on Texas beach, HPD: Man killed, woman hurt after driver loses control of Tesla near Texas Medical Center, Houston forecast: Heat & humidity for days, Extreme heat moves east where many will see their hottest days of the year. Wayland Cooksey. April 1, 2020 Dear Miles ISD Parents and Staff, Given the rapidly evolving situation with COVID-19,. HISD provided these biographies for its new cabinet appointees. Among other things, Miles faced criticism after incidents that led to the resignation of two human resources administrators and firing of three school principals. The Houston ISD central administration is being slashed by nearly 25 percent with the elimination of 1,675 vacant positions and 672 filled jobs, raising concerns among some about Superintendent. 1001 RobinsonMiles, TX 76861(325) 468-2861(325) 468-2179. Miles, a former Dallas ISD superintendent, told KHOU 11 that he's on a mission. When not possible, students and teachers will wear a face covering. Prior to joining HISD, she spent four years as chief operating officer for The School District of Palm Beach County in Florida. Ty Stevens. Imagine if schools paid a professional wage in a teachers first year and also eliminated all non-instructional tasks from the teacher role. Catosha Woods has been serving as General Counsel of the Houston Independent School District since March 2023. "We're going to look at schools closely though over the year and see if there's any schools that need to be closed. In fact, the student population has steadily declined amidst all of this talk of a takeover by the state, which equates to a further loss of state financial support, not to mention the alarming exodus of tenured and experienced executive staff from HISD as a result of the incoming Administration, which will also have a detrimental impact on the students and remaining staff of HISD.General Colin Powel told President Bush that if you invade Iraq, you will own it. We will be aligning our resources especially our most effective teachers and principals to better serve students in underserved communities. In March, the TEA announced the takeover of the states largest district and said a Board of Managers would be chosen to replace the elected school board, and a new superintendent would be chosen. She earned her B.A. We are coordinating with other school districts in the county and will use the week of April 30th to make any decisions on whether there is a need to extend the suspension further. Miles previously served as DISD's superintendent from 2012 until he resigned in June 2015. During this time, she was allotted the privilege of being named one of Americas top 500 educators in 2022, designated Marquis Whos Who of 2022, and named Preston Hollows "Person of the Year". it's time. There has been somewhat of a revolving door of Superintendents at the Dallas ISD. Imelda received her masters degree in Education, Mid-Management from Stephen F. Austin University and two bachelors degrees from Texas A&M University in Modern Languages and Speech Communications. Formerly, Kerri was the founding Director of Education Reform at the George W. Bush Institute, where she oversaw its education reform interests. Martinez is a charismatic, visionary, innovative, biliterate and equity-driven educator. Former Dallas ISD superintendent Mike Miles is now the appointed leader of Houston ISD after a state takeover. The former Dallas ISD superintendent and a state-appointed board of managers will replace Houston . Not anymore. The calendar will be posted to the website. David Dewhurst, legendary Texas politician Barbara Jordan, singer-songwriter Robert Earl Keen, filmmaker Richard Linklater, broadcast journalist Dan Rather and former NFL quarterback Vince Young, "Mr. Miles experience with large school districts and implementing ground-breaking initiatives, including his experience with turning around charter schools, makes him a perfect fit for the task at hand in the states largest school system," state Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston. He came to Dallas after years as a teacher, middle school principal, assistant superintendent and superintendent of a school district in Colorado Springs. He previously served as the superintendent of the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) from July 1, 2012 to June 25, 2015, [1] and previously in Colorado Springs, Colorado . Allison. Mr. Gilhousen received his Bachelor of Science in Management of Information Systems from the University of Houston. ty.stevens@milesisd.net. Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles has appointed several more principals to vacant positions, including at Sharpstown and Worthing high schools, whose previous principals were removed from. Sandi has had the distinct opportunity to work in private, public, and charter school education from early childhood through Early College. D. degree in psychology. New Superintendent Mike Miles sits down with FOX 26's Damali Keith regarding his plan for the TEA takeover of Houston ISD. James Hughey was Acting DISD Superintendent from 1997 until August of 1999. FOX 26 Houston is now on the FOX LOCAL app available through Apple TV, Amazon FireTV, Roku and Google Android TV! These appointments are effective immediately, and just the first in a series of leadership appointments that [] He was hired out of the MBA program at the University of Texas and began his career at the North East ISD in San Antonio. Kerri Briggs, Ph.D., is a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in federal and state government, K-12 education, higher education, and corporate social responsibility. Its one reason supporting independent journalism like the Tribunes is critical. Orlando graduated with a BA in journalism from University of Texas at El Paso, where he received his commission into the US Army. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. White High School in Dallas ISD. In hisfirst television interview, Miles told KHOU 11 News that no HISD schools are on the chopping block --at least not yet. Each time, he begins with a presentation highlighting the concerning state of reading proficiency in HISD compared to Texas and the nation. She began her professional teaching career as a high school Spanish teacher in Aldine, where she taught for several years before becoming an assistant principal in Aldine and Spring Branch. Charter school CEO floated as HISD leader Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announned over the weekend that former Dallas Independent Schoiol District Superintendent Mike. We will ask you to change and adapt along with us.. Leader Mike Moses came on-board in 2001 and voluntarily resigned in 2004. Prior to joining HISD, she spent four years as chief operating officer for The School District of Palm Beach County in Florida. Look, the job is to make sure we have effective schools, the best schools for our kids and thats what were going to be focused on this year," he said. In this role, she oversaw more than 1,700 employees, 187 schools, and a $63 million capital budget. She also graduated from the Atlantics National Superintendents Academy in 2019. states takeover of Texas largest school district. The Mackinac Center originally compiled this information based on data provided directly by school districts and intermediate school districts in 2012. Mike Miles was asked what changed and why he made to decision to leave. Prior to assuming this role, he served as the Director of IT Infrastructure, Engineering, and Operations at HISD, where he led the delivery, operation, and maintenance of technology infrastructure, telecommunications, and computing services that were aligned with the organizations educational and business programs. Catosha Woods has been serving as General Counsel of the Houston Independent School District since March 2023. After completing her teaching career, Sandi earned her masters in educational leadership and spent several years as Elementary and Middle School Assistant Principal, then was promoted to High School principal for a total of nine years. from Stephen F. Austin State University. Miles holds degrees from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the University of California at Berkeley, and Columbia University. (Scroll down for full statement.). Miles previously served as DISD's superintendent from 2012 until he resigned in June 2015. And so I have to determine whether or not the foundation is set, whether we've accomplished enough and whether or not we can continue to move forward, and then I also have to balance that with my family responsibilities.". Prior to joining Cicero Group, Kerri was the Education Program and Policy Officer for ExxonMobil. For students who need to catch up and in schools that have failed for years, we will be offering more instructional time. HISD Superintendent Mike Miles said that librarians and media specialists will be gone at the schools being overhauled under the New Education System. During the news conference, Miles also acknowledged he knew there was a tough job ahead of him when he accepted the position. Parents will be asked to administer the COVID-19 Health Assessment daily prior to sending their children to school, take their temperature, and keep them home if ill. The vote came after Trustees Joyce Foreman, Elizabeth Jones and Bernadette Nutall argued that their request to discuss Miles' performance was denied by DISD School Board President Miguel Solis. Scott Gilhousen, Chief Information Officer. Woods graduated summa cum laude from Tuskegee University in 2000 with Bachelor of Arts degrees in both English and Political Science. Miles Ahead Scholars; Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Multilingual Programs; . Students will be instructed on methods to protect themselves and others from COVID-19 at school. Feature Vignette: Analytics. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. 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Suspending operations for this length of time will allow us to determine, in coordination with local health officials, whether the virus is continuing to have community spread or whether it has been contained. Ms. Paul also served in a variety of leadership roles during her career in the U.S. Army. Imelda De La Guardia, Division Superintendent. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Join them to get their take on whats next for Texas and the nation. Jayson Wilhelm . Woods legal foundation began as a plaintiffs attorney where she sought justice on behalf of victims exposed to asbestos. Individual needs will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. 4400 West 18th St. Houston, TX 77092-8501. I hope this communication finds you healthy and that your family has been able to enjoy the summer to the best extent possible. HOUSTON - Following recent criticism from Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles has written a letter to Turner, inviting him to tour. Kristen spent time at Excel Academy Charter Schools, Bellweather Education Partners, TOMS Shoes, and Stanfords Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies. Dominic Anthony Walsh covers education & culture for Houston Public Media's enterprise team. Thank you for your support and cooperation as we ensure that all members of the community in Miles stay safe and healthy.Sincerely,Clint AskinsMiles ISD Superintendent, Miles ISD1001 RobinsonMiles, TX 76861(325) 468-2861(325) 468-2179. During this time, she was allotted the privilege of being named one of Americas top 500 educators in 2022, designated Marquis Whos Who of 2022, and named Preston Hollows Person of the Year. She also has her Superintendents Certification. we are moving forward. Kristen holds a BA in Business Honors and Finance from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas, an MBA and MA of Education from Stanford University and an MA in Education Leadership from the Broad Residency. Advocates of the takeover celebrated the milestone. June 23, 2015 / 7:15 AM Later, Woods worked as Senior Litigation Associate where she gained valuable trial and litigation experience representing companies in various areas of the law. These options will also prepare us to shift from face-to-face to remote and/or vice versa as local COVID-19 conditions change. Our health officials report that cases are continuing to spread in the state, and an increase in confirmed cases in our countyseems likely. Based on responses received to information requests . In this role, she managed the education grantmaking portfolio for the company and provided policy advice on issues related to teacher quality, state standards, and federal policy issues. Morath and the agency moved to force out the districts school board that same year. Serving the Houston community as Chief of Leadership and Professional Development is her greatest honor yet. The team brings together veteran HISD leaders with the expertise and vision of some of Texas most exceptional education talent, the announcement read. Mr. Riddick joins HISD with a strong believe in entrepreneurial leadership and a career centered around the Listen, Learn, and Lead philosophy. Ninety-four percent of district schools now earn a grade of A, B or C. Go behind the headlines with newly announced speakers at the 2023 Texas Tribune Festival, in downtown Austin from Sept. 21-23. His educational background includes teaching at Antonio Maceo Smith High School and serving as principal of W.T. Mr. Riddick has served as Superintendent of Midland ISD and Cedar Hill ISD. Officials with the school district said Deputy Superintendent Ann Smisko will assume the Acting Superintendent role and handle day-to-day operations. You will see and feel things change, Miles said. Morath also mentioned the record of poor academic performance at Wheatley High, as well as the poor performance at several other campuses including Kashmere High School and Highland Heights Elementary School. Miles was announced as the state-appointed superintendent of Houston ISD. The school district is currently under the operation of Superintendent Dr. Reggie Engebritson, and seven board members, one or two each for certain districts. Our faculty and staff are excited to welcome our students and families back to school in the fall. Phone: 713-556-6000. He then became CFO for Third Future Schools, then moved to the Texas Education Agency as Associate Commissioner of School Finance; Chief Financial Officer. Following guidance from TEA we have modified our school calendar for the 2020-21 school year. Who is Mike Miles? None of these specific examples can be accomplished piecemeal, but all of them can be accomplished at the same time if a school or district underwent a wholescale systemic change.. Briana Zamora-Nipper joined the KPRC 2 digital team in 2019. The former Dallas ISD superintendent and a state-appointed board of managers will replace Houstons elected school board in response to years of poor academic outcomes at a single campus in the district. Briggs was appointed by President George W. Bush to serve as Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education and was confirmed in June 2007. Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved. In addition to his previous position as Dallas ISD Superintendent, Miles is CEO and founder of Third Future Schools, a charter school network that provides consulting to around 4,500 schools in .
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