Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath applauded the district for its improvements while citing the need for more time to “achieve lasting success for students.”

In a move that's reigniting fierce debate across Texas, the state has extended its control of Houston ISD for another two years, prolonging the controversial takeover of the state's largest school district and keeping an elected school board sidelined through at least 2027.

The Texas Education Agency has extended its takeover of the Houston ISD school system. Here are the changes they want to see.