Archive for March 2023
Madness
More on the TEA takeover of HISD. This is from the Chron today: State Rep. Harold Dutton stood by himself on Thursday afternoon. The room was almost empty for the Houston Democrat’s news conference in support of the state’s takeover of the Houston Independent School District, where he addressed just a few reporters and members…
Read MoreBoard of Managers
It is done. The HISD Board of Trustees decided last week not to appeal the TEA takeover. I don’t think the arsehole Gov. Greg Abbott will sign legislation to let the takeover end sooner. A Superintendent and Board of Managers will be selected by TEA Commissioner Mike Morath right after June 1. You have until…
Read MoreIdes of March
It looks like it might happen today. Here is from Channel 13 news: HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — ABC13 has confirmed the Texas Education Agency will put rumors to rest on Wednesday. Commissioner Mike Morath will announce what the agency plans to do with the Houston Independent School District, as the possibility of an impending state takeover…
Read MoreCity Paychecks
Yesterday, I was having computer problems. Turns out the problem was right under my nose so to speak. I felt like a dummy yesterday afternoon. Lucky for me it was just a dumb inconvenience, and I didn’t lose any info. I think. _____ Today is National Pi Day. I did. _____ This was posted by…
Read MoreDutton Down
Sorry for the tardiness. I was dealing with a major computer snafu. _____ Michelle Yeoh, last night’s Best Actress Oscar winner said this in her acceptance speech: “Ladies do not let anyone tell you, you are past your prime.” Did you hear that CNN’s Don Lemon? Knucklehead. Ok, since you asked. Jamie Lee Curtis said…
Read MorePhony Tears
Yep. Those are phony tears in the featured photo. Commentary is talking about HISD Trustee Elizabeth Santos whose unethical behavior contributed to TEA taking over HISD. Here is the Chron story that is just out: The Houston Independent School District board voted on Thursday night to end its lawsuit with the Texas Education Agency, effectively ending the district’s…
Read MoreJose Venezuela
Today is National Barbie Day. I don’t have one. _____ Pappas lost their Hobby Airport concessions gig on an 11-6 vote. Oh, well. _____ Commentary never wants anyone to get hurt or injured. I hope Sen. Mitch McConnell gets well after his fall last night. I hope his fellow GOPers don’t poke fun at him…
Read MorePappas
Today is International Women’s Day. Today is also National Peanut Cluster Day. _____ Commentary is hearing the HISD takeover will be announced on Friday. _____ We will know later this morning if Pappas wins the Hobby Airport concessions contract. Meanwhile, the Chron’s Mike Morris and Dylan McGuinness have a detailed article today on the players…
Read MoreHISD Waits
Yesterday happened and there was no TEA takeover of HISD schools. Commentary heard something yesterday about the behind-the-scenes discussions on the takeover. The public and even the media isn’t being provided the full picture. I need to get more information and clarification before I discuss further. It has to do with local control can be…
Read MoreFour Books
I didn’t speak at my Dad’s funeral last week. It turns out I didn’t need to. My niece and goddaughter Rachel and my nephew David did excellent jobs speaking. I had prepared remarks titled, Four Books. Here is what I would have said. My Dad is mentioned in 4 books. Some would consider that an…
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