Also this hour: We discuss the potential for a state takeover of Spring ISD if grades don’t improve this year at Dekaney High School.
Houston Matters Possible Spring ISD takeover (Nov. 18, 2025)
Nov 18, 2025
Dr. Duncan Kloosman, an educational leader and former superintendent, discusses the potential state takeover of Spring ISD due to academic struggles. He emphasizes the need for immediate reform in failing schools. Debbie Allen, the celebrated choreographer and actress, reflects on how Houston's arts scene shaped her career, advocating for arts in education. Historian Guadalupe San Miguel shares his cherished memories of Selena Quintanilla's performances and her impact on Chicano identity, diving into the nostalgia of her legacy.
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Federal Funding Cap Threatens Housing First
- Federal changes would cap long-term housing spending at 30%, cutting funds for Houston's Housing First programs.
- That shift could put about 2,300 formerly homeless Houstonians at risk of returning to the streets.
Plan Capacity For Potential Federal Cuts
- Houston's Whitmire administration pursues a $70 million Housing First plan with new shelters and resource centers.
- Local leaders must plan capacity because thousands more homeless could overwhelm shelters if federal cuts occur.
Fifth F Triggers District Takeover Risk
- DeCaney High's fifth failing year would trigger a possible state takeover of Spring ISD under Texas law.
- The district faces an uphill battle despite a new leader and focused turnaround efforts.