Community members in Austin are revisiting a rejected partnership plan for Austin ISD. The plan had involved a non-profit partnership at three middle schools. Some community members are expressing frustration over the rejection of this plan.
The issue has resurfaced as grades have pointed to potential state intervention. Further details on the partnership plan and the current situation are available from local news sources, including CBS Austin.
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