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Austin ISD plans to close Paredes Middle School as the district awaits pivotal state accountability ratings, according to Education Austin.

Why Austin ISD wants to close Paredes Middle School, what happens next and what it means for students and staff.

Researchers say Texas’ cell phone ban may have shifted student behavior onto monitored school devices.

AISD leaders unveiled the proposal last week point to low academic growth and suggesting students will be reassigned to Bailey and Mendez.

Three Austin ISD schools could trigger a state takeover, TEA’s final decision may take months.

Austin ISD families are seeking answers, saying some new bus hub plans threaten student safety and accessibility.

The preliminary fifth failing rating for Burnet and Webb middle schools means the education commissioner could close the schools or takeover Austin ISD.

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Thirty of 31 schools to get a D or F rating from the state serve low-income students, but new data also show signs of improvement.

The district still plans to borrow $140 million this fall and says it needs to find another $10 million.