Houston ISD Board Approves $173,000 Bonus for Superintendent Mike Miles Amidst Criticism

Superintendent's Performance Bonus

• 🎯 Superintendent Mike Miles of Houston ISD has been approved for a performance-based incentive pay of $173,660.
• 💰 This bonus is part of his contract, which allows for up to $190,000 in incentive pay tied to annual results, following an evaluation on September 11.

Evaluation and Achievements

• 📈 Miles received high marks in his evaluation, specifically for student achievement and his executive vision.
• 📄 The bonus follows a five-year contract extension previously approved for Miles.

Educator and Community Backlash

• ⚠️ The bonus has drawn criticism from educators, with some viewing it as inappropriate given ongoing issues within the district.
• 🗣️ Jackie Anderson of the Houston Federation of Teachers stated that Miles should be graded on community and taxpayer-defined outcomes, not solely his own vision.
• 📉 Concerns raised include teacher stress, low morale, and unresolved maintenance issues within HISD schools.
• 🏫 Anderson emphasized that educators, rather than the superintendent, are in greater need of support.