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40 Years Ago ‘A Nation at Risk’ Flagged a ‘Rising Tide of Mediocrity’ in Schools

In 1983, A Nation at Risk warned of a “rising tide of mediocrity” in American schools, sparking decades of education reform. While progress has been made (higher graduation rates, improved early-grade achievement) significant challenges remain. Literacy rates are still too low, achievement gaps persist, and recent setbacks like pandemic learning loss have erased years of progress. Experts argue that reforms have failed to address deeper issues like poverty and school decentralization. As political divides reshape education policy, one thing is clear: ensuring every child reads at grade level remains an urgent challenge.

Fort Worth ISD trustees hire new superintendent

Fort Worth ISD has officially appointed Karen Molinar as superintendent with a unanimous 8-0 vote. A longtime district leader, Molinar has prioritized literacy, transparency, and community engagement. She is committed to early reading intervention and closing learning gaps, especially in middle school literacy.

With FWISD facing budget challenges and potential school closures, Molinar emphasizes collaborative decision-making and ensuring literacy remains the top focus.

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