Houston ISD Faces Backlash Over Special Education Services. In a heated meeting at the Houston Independent School District (ISD), Deputy Superintendent Kristen Hole faced intense scrutiny from parents, teachers, and students over the district's decision to alter its special education services. The proposed changes have sparked widespread concern among the community, with many questioning the potential impact on students with disabilities. The ISD's board of managers is set to make a crucial decision on the matter, leaving many to wonder what the future holds for special education in the district. With parents and educators speaking out in opposition, the fate of the proposed changes hangs in the balance.


Houston ISD Deputy Superintendent Kristen Hole speaks to the board of managers about special education services on May 14, 2026. Parents, teachers and students spoke out against Houston ISD's move to ...