A Texas school district is under federal scrutiny after announcing plans to consolidate special education programs, raising concerns about compliance with civil rights laws. The investigation follows similar reviews of neighboring districts, where officials have faced questions over whether proposed changes could disproportionately affect students with disabilities. Parents and advocates have expressed worries about transparency and the potential impact on individualized education services. The district has not yet commented on the specifics of the probe or its next steps.
Pictured is a sign outside the headquarters for Cy-Fair ISD on Sept. 10, 2024, in Cypress, Texas. As Houston ISD faces a federal civil rights investigation over its plans to consolidate special ...
