As the state considers a potential takeover of Lake Worth ISD due to consecutive "F" ratings, on Tuesday, the Commissioner of Education, Mike Morath, visited the district and spoke about the upcoming decision.

"I saw evidence of significant practice that will result in learning. I also saw significant challenges," said Morath.

Morath was clear Tuesday when he visited Lucyle Collins Middle School in Lake Worth – he expects more from Lake Worth ISD.

"The purpose for a public education is to ensure that all kids, regardless of what they look like or regardless of their background, they can come to school and they can be well educated to be able to pursue success in America. If they don't have access to schools that give them that chance, then it is incumbent upon us as adults to take actio

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