FORT WORTH, Texas — Fort Worth ISD is now in the middle of a state takeover by the Texas Education Agency.

Kristin Klade, a Fort Worth native and parent, said she wasn't surprised by the TEA's move and is applying to serve on the state-appointed Board of Managers because she wants to help the district improve.

“I love Fort Worth," Klade said. “I will make the time. I've already been speaking to my family about it, and we know that it's something that I'm feeling called to do.”

Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath announced the takeover after months of monitoring the district and after the Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade failed to meet state standards for five consecutive years.

“Whether there's a takeover or not, we need to do better,” Klade said.

On Oct. 30, For

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