Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath has indicated that Houston ISD is nearing the end of its state takeover. According to Morath, the district could exit state intervention relatively soon. To ensure a successful exit, Morath has emphasized the importance of addressing special education.

He believes that making changes to special education should be a primary goal for the district. Further details on the potential exit from state intervention and the necessary special education changes can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.