Dr. Molinar’s primary focus will be on students’ literacy. | Photo courtesy of Fort Worth ISD
In 2017, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) established its Accountability System to provide a picture of how schools are performing. Last week, it released its 2025 school accountability ratings, as well as its delayed 2024 ratings. It reviewed 1,208 districts and 9,084 school campuses across the state.
Although STAAR scores showed signs of improvement this year, Fort Worth ISD earned the lowest accountability rating among Dallas, Frisco, and Arlington ISDs, earning a C grade with a score of 73. However, this year was the second year in a row to see a boost.
Earlier this month, the district announced its plan to extend instruction in math and reading for 15 under-performing campuses, but it may not be enough to avoid TEA’s potential takeover. That decision will come later this fall if Education Commissioner Mike Morath sees that the ISD needs state intervention.
All campus ratings are available online, with the option to filter by grade level, district, rating, school type, and more.
Wes Craven’s “Scream” | 6:30 p.m. | The Modern | Donation-based | Pay what-you-can in support of the Fort Worth Film Club — how early is too early to start celebrating Halloween?
Gourmet Hot Dog Flight Pairing | Thursday, Aug. 21-Sunday, Aug. 24 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Maple Branch Craft Brewery | Cost of purchase | We settled the debate over the summer whether a hot dog is a sandwich or not — now try out four chef-inspired dogs stacked with wild toppings, each paired with a killer craft brew.
Friday, Aug. 22
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” in Concert | Friday, Aug. 22-Saturday, Aug. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Performance Hall | $45+ | Coming to downtown from a galaxy far, far away — experience the five-time Academy Award-winning composer John Williams’ score performed live to film by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.
La La Land Kind Cafe is adding a new kids’ menu, plus il Modo has hired a new executive chef. But that’s not all in Fort Worth foodie news. Learn more updates and closures. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Legacy
Fort Worth fire captain Daniel Cearley died this weekend due to an accidental fall while off-duty. Cearley was with the city of Fort Worth for 28 years. He was 50 years old. (WFAA)
Civic
Fort Worth announced its newest director of economic development, Jessica Rogers. This department is in charge of establishing Fort Worth’s competitive edge, cultivating a hub for creative businesses, and ensuring community vitality. Rogers takes the position on Monday, Sept. 15.
Trending
Pilates training and yoga’s popularity has stretched to the top of the ranks over the last five years, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Try out a class at Southside Pilates in Fort Worth.
Featured
Editor Elizabeth here. In celebration of Burger Week, I’ll be spotlighting a different local favorite each day. Today’s pick: Big Kat Burgers, where you can enjoy $7 “mooshies” — its signature mushroom Swiss burgers — all day, now through Sunday. Check here tomorrow for my next pick.
Listen
Marcus Mosher and Landon McCool break down the decision to keep Dak Prescott sidelined and its potential impact on the season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Sports
College basketball fans — mark your calendars. TCU will meet North Texas on the court at Dickies Arena on Sunday, Dec. 7, while Texas Tech will meet LSU as part of the US LBM Coast to Coast Challenge. Tickets go on sale Thursday at 10 a.m. Follow WFAA reporter Matt Houston for updates.
Real Estate
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Welcome back students. Yesterday was the first day of class for 13,000+ TCU students, including ~2,700 freshmen — making it the largest incoming class in university history. I attended the Welcome Back event to catch some of the excitement, and boy — did it feel good/weird to walk across a college campus again. I could totally pass as a student, no?
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