Educators were joined by parents and state lawmakers to express their concerns over a state takeover of one of the largest school districts in the country.
Part of the TEA's argument to do so is the failing Phyllis Wheatley High School and the past misconduct in the district's board of trustees.
Many in opposition also point out that state takeovers typically impact schools in Black and Latino communities the most.
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