A new phase of governance starts this week in the Fort Worth Independent School District, as a state intervention takes hold with new leadership. Here’s what we know about what to expect next.
A new superintendent, Peter Licata, and a nine-member Board of Managers began leading the district immediately after their appointments were announced on Tuesday by the Texas Education Agency. Information on salary, leadership transitions and next steps is still being released by state and district officials.
This is what we know so far.
When is the new board’s first public meeting?
The board’s first public meeting is on Tuesday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m. at the District Service Center, 7060 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Are members of the Board of Managers paid? Is the elected school board paid?
Both the elected school board and appointed Board of Managers serve without compensation, according to the Texas Education Code and state officials. A Fort Worth ISD spokesperson confirmed on Thursday that the school board members did receive reimbursements for mileage and travel aligned with their roles.
What’s the appointed superintendent’s salary?
State and district officials have yet to release Licata’s salary. He is currently working under a 21-day interim contract, which the Star-Telegram has requested a copy of…