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Parent raises staffing, communication and voucher concerns during Crowley ISD open forum
Summary
At open forum, Amy Garcia urged the district to improve communication about staffing shortages and retention, criticized aspects of a Paul Quinn collaboration and asked Superintendent McFarland how he is addressing vouchers given his state‑level role.
During the board's open forum, Amy Garcia (self‑identified and giving her address) told trustees she was speaking on behalf of teachers, counselors, parents and students who have expressed frustration with staffing shortages and a lack of transparent district communication.
"It would be so much better if the district were upfront about these challenges," Garcia said, asking for clearer advance notice so families can arrange tutoring or supports. She charged that teachers feel "burnt out" and cited concerns about the Paul Quinn College collaboration and a $500 bonus program that she said was not communicated clearly.
Garcia asked Superintendent Dr. Michael McFarland what steps he is taking to combat vouchers and how he is using his position on the state board for educator certification to advocate for Crowley ISD. Trustees acknowledged the concerns and noted they would follow up; Dr. McFarland and staff invited further dialogue and offered to engage with parents who asked for additional communication.
