Fort Worth ISD Introduces ELEVATE Network, Staff at 19 Schools Required to Reapply
Fort Worth ISD launches 'ELEVATE' network, requires staff at 19 low-performing schools to reapply for jobs
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Fort Worth Independent School District (ISD) has launched the ELEVATE Schools Network, requiring staff at 19 low-performing campuses to reapply for their jobs. The initiative aims to improve academic performance for nearly 25,000 students not meeting grade level, with premium salaries offered to attract effective teachers.
- 01Staff at 19 low-performing Fort Worth ISD schools must reapply for their positions.
- 02The ELEVATE Schools Network targets campuses with a history of low academic performance.
- 03Nearly 25,000 students in Fort Worth ISD are not performing at grade level.
- 04Premium salaries of $88,000-$100,000 will be offered to attract top talent.
- 05Internal hiring fairs are scheduled for April to fill positions for the 2026-27 school year.
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The Fort Worth Independent School District (ISD) has initiated the ELEVATE Schools Network, requiring all staff at 19 designated low-performing campuses to reapply for their positions. This decision follows the district's Board of Managers' approval on Tuesday and aims to enhance academic performance at schools with chronic struggles. Currently, about 25,000 students in Fort Worth ISD are not performing at grade level. Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata emphasized the initiative's goal of placing the most effective teachers in the highest-need schools. To attract talent, ELEVATE campuses will offer competitive salaries ranging from $88,000 to $100,000. The network comprises 15 elementary schools and four middle schools, including East Handley Elementary and Wedgwood Middle School. The district is also organizing internal hiring fairs in April to assist staff transitions for the 2026-27 school year. Parents have expressed mixed feelings about the changes, balancing concerns about staff continuity with the need for improvement in student outcomes.
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The ELEVATE initiative aims to enhance educational outcomes for students at struggling schools, potentially improving their academic performance and future opportunities.
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