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Process of Firing or Disciplining Administrators
SUMMARY: Dr. Shannon Verrett, a retired HISD administrator, discusses issues surrounding the dismissal and discipline of HISD administrators under the Mike Miles Administration. She highlights a growing trend of administrators being removed for advocating for students and teachers, describing the leadership as dictatorial and lacking due process for those terminated. Verrett criticizes contracts that prevent administrators from contesting their removal, deeming them controversial. She emphasizes the need for the administration to reconnect with the community and advocates for teachers and administrators to join support organizations. Verrett expresses concerns about the district’s regression, particularly in special education and academics.
The recent news of an HISD Principal on administrative leave, has now raised the question about school districts and the administrative process. Dr. Shannon Verrett tells us about the steps a school district can take before firing or disciplining administrators.
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Abbott directs state agencies to divest from investments originating from China | Texas
SUMMARY: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued multiple directives to prepare for the upcoming legislative session focusing on threats from China. One executive order aims to protect Texans of Chinese descent from CCP operatives, while another orders state agencies to prepare for potential attacks on critical infrastructure. Abbott emphasized the need for divestment from Chinese investments due to financial risks associated with CCP aggression. He called for immediate evaluation and divestment of state funds in China, fostering collaboration with other governors to encourage investment alternatives. These measures follow discussions by a select committee exploring foreign threats to Texas’ economy and security.
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Abbott issues order to protect Texas infrastructure from Chinese threats | Texas
SUMMARY: Gov. Greg Abbott issued a second executive order to protect Texas from threats posed by China. The first order targeted CCP and PRC operatives harming Texans of Chinese descent, while the second focuses on defending critical infrastructure from potential cyberattacks. It mandates agencies like TDEM and PUC to assess vulnerabilities and simulate responses to cyber threats. The order builds on previous efforts, including the “Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act,” to prevent foreign influence on Texas’ critical sectors. Abbott’s actions respond to rising concerns about China’s targeting of U.S. infrastructure, including cyberattacks and espionage, as highlighted by federal agencies.
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Abbott issues executive order to arrest CCP operatives in Texas | Texas
SUMMARY: Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order to combat harassment and coercion by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) against Chinese dissidents in Texas. The order directs the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to arrest individuals involved in CCP influence operations, including “Operation Fox Hunt,” which aims to forcibly return dissidents to China. Abbott emphasized that Texas will not tolerate such actions against its 250,000 residents of Chinese descent. The order comes as the legislature prepares to discuss national security issues and follows recent FBI charges against CCP-linked individuals. DPS will also establish reporting channels for suspicious activities related to foreign coercion.
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