Judson Independent School District’s Board of Trustees says it terminated Superintendent Milton “Rob” Fields III on Tuesday, effective immediately.
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Is it enough to put a dent in drought conditions? Read full article: Edwards Aquifer rose 7+ feet after recent rain. Is it enough to put a dent in drought conditions?Goliad County Sheriff’s Office searching for 2 missing people diagnosed with cognitive impairment– Judson Independent School District’s Board of Trustees says it terminated Superintendent Milton “Rob” Fields III on Tuesday, effective immediately.Fields’ “good cause” termination comes after an “extensive investigation” into district operations and administrative performance. A statement from Judson ISD Board President Monica Ryan alleges that Fields failed to manage the district’s finances appropriately, allowed district academic ratings to decline, had knowledge of child abuse, and more.“All compensation and benefits associated with the Superintendent’s contract cease effective immediately, ensuring responsible stewardship of district resources,” Ryan wrote. Trustees cite alleged financial mismanagement, including spending that was not adjusted to match enrollment, inconsistent financial information and failure to heed district chief financial officers and financial consultant warnings.The letter also cites alleged academic leadership failures. According to the letter from Ryan, the district’s academic rating declined from a B to D during Fields’ tenure. The letter also states that the number of D and F-rated campuses rose from two to 17. The statement lists alleged compliance and legal failures, including lapses in mandatory background checks, hiring employees barred from education, failure to report child abuse allegations to required authorities, and failure to respond to Texas Education Agency subpoenas in pending investigations.Accessing student records of board members’ children without a legitimate educational purposeSharing usernames and passwords that enabled unauthorized access Using district resources to advocate for the 2025 VATRE, a voter approved tax-rate increase for the school district, in alleged violation of electioneering laws Additional findings include alleged organizational and personnel management problems, providing false information during a legal investigation, creating a hostile work environment, and a breakdown in working relationships with the board. “Our focus is on ensuring every student is supported, challenged, and prepared for success in safe, high-quality learning environments,” Ryan wrote. “As we move forward, we are focused on building momentum—strengthening trust, supporting our educators, and delivering results for students.”Zaria Oates is a news reporter for KSAT 12. She joined in June 2024 from Memphis, where she worked at ABC24. Oates graduated from Clemens High School in Schertz and earned a journalism degree from the University of Oklahoma. She's passionate about learning, traveling and storytelling.Do You Know the Spurs’ “Honking” Tradition?Flash Flood Warning in effect for Bexar County, surrounding communities until 6 p.m. MondayWEDNESDAY: KSAT speaks exclusively with Phyllis Ochoa, the woman behind the viral San Antonio songA Taste of New Orleans: KSAT’s Sarah Acosta gets a sneak peek at beignets, boudin balls and moreSpurs favored by 10.5 vs. Blazers in Game 1 at Frost Bank CenterHow much caffeine is too much for teens? San Antonio cardiologist shares warning signs
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