Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Dr. Karen C. Molinar on State Takeover and Student Focus

State Takeover of Fort Worth ISD

• 🎯 Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath has informed Superintendent Dr. Karen C. Molinar that the state will take control of Fort Worth ISD.
• ⚠️ This action is due to chronic low levels of performance and support for students within the district.
• 🏫 The takeover was triggered by the Leadership Academy at Forest Oak 6th grade failing state ratings for five consecutive years, even after the school was closed.

Superintendent Molinar's Response and Commitment

• 💡 Dr. Molinar described the decision day as "focused," emphasizing a commitment to keeping students at the forefront.
• 🤝 She addressed parents of students at failing schools, stating, "we own that and but we're doing something about it and now we're committed to making sure we accelerate your your child."
• 📈 Under Molinar's leadership, the number of F-rated campuses has been reduced from 31 to 11, with over 50 campuses improving their letter grades.

Future of Leadership and District Control

• 📌 While Dr. Molinar remains in her position for now, Commissioner Morath will appoint a new superintendent as part of the takeover.
• 🗣️ Fort Worth Mayor Maddie Parker has expressed her support for Dr. Molinar staying in her role to the commissioner.
• ✅ Commissioner Morath stated that he will relinquish control back to the district once students have access to great schools that challenge them and help them learn at high levels.