Understanding Local School Systems and the Impact You Have with Twyla Masterson

817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show

Today, EJ and Ann are joined by Twyla Masterson, who is the Director of Programs at Leadership ISD. The organization equips community leaders and school board trustees with the skills and resources to advocate for equitable education. Education is a big topic in the city so this episode, Twyla shares the big picture and how we can get involved. Below are the show notes and stories we cover in this episode. Enjoy!
Short Story #1: The creators of Alliance buy a block downtown. What does it mean?
Short Story #2: The state is backwards on immigration. TX House pass 3 Bills
- WSJ article: Indians Are Entering the U.S. Illegally in Record Numbers
- DACA students in Fort Worth
- Economist Article: Texas Demography
Short Story #3: Fort Worth-area school leaders support temporary blocking of A-F ratings
- KERA - Mike Morath, Texas Education Agency temporarily blocked from revising school rating system
Big Story: Conversation with Twyla Masterson Leadership ISD
Wins and Losses:
Ann's Loss: The passing of Joan Kline
EJ's Loss: The history of wealth creation and elimination of native and black wealth
Ann's Win: 1) Cruise shuts down operation 2) Water Wheel
EJ's Win: UAW Strike