The Texas Education Agency announced Wednesday morning plans to install state-appointed managers in place of the Houston Independent School District's elected school board. Over the past week, local and state lawmakers warned that a takeover was imminent. "This action places a board of Houstonians — who have a firm belief that all children can learn and can achieve at high levels when properly supported — this action places that kind of board in charge of the district," Education Commissioner Mike Morath told Houston Public Media. The state-appointed managers will hold immense power. They can control the budget, school closures, collaborations with charter networks, policies around curriculum and library books, as well as hiring or firing the superintendent, among other important decisions. Read more about the #Texas Education Agency takeover at HoustonPublicMedia.org #HouNews #Houston #HoustonISD #education #educationnews