Fort Worth ISD Extends School Year at 15 Campuses to Combat Learning Loss

Extended School Year Initiative

• 🎯 Fort Worth ISD is implementing an extended school year at 15 elementary and middle schools.
• 🗓️ These campuses will remain in session for an additional 30 days, extending the school year until June 30th.

Addressing Learning Loss and Academic Performance

• 📚 The extended calendar is a targeted effort to address learning loss, particularly in reading and math.
• 📉 These 15 schools have received D and F ratings from the Texas Education Agency in recent years.
• 📈 District officials aim to improve test scores and academic performance at these specific campuses.

Concerns Over Potential State Takeover

• ⚠️ Parents are concerned about a potential state takeover of Fort Worth ISD.
• 🗣️ Some parents believe the district is making academic progress and plan to speak out against the takeover.
• ⏳ A decision regarding the state takeover is expected later this year, with no announcement made as of June 25th.