Six Organizations Seek Fort Worth School Partnerships
Fort Worth ISD is reviewing potential new collaborations to redesign district campuses through its Call for Great Schools initiative.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Administration
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Six organizations have expressed interest in partnering with Fort Worth Independent School District to redesign local school models. The district is currently evaluating these proposals under its Call for Great Schools initiative.
Why it matters
The initiative aims to expand educational programming in areas such as middle-school innovation and early learning. These partnerships offer a framework for potential campus restructuring to enhance college and career readiness.
Six organizations have submitted indications of interest, while Texas Wesleyan University currently operates six district schools. The district's application process is detailed in a 29-page document.
The players
Fort Worth Independent School District
This is the primary public school system serving students in Fort Worth, Texas.
Texas Wesleyan University
This private university is an existing partner that operates six schools within the district.
Peter Licata
He serves as the superintendent of the Fort Worth Independent School District.
The details
The Call for Great Schools initiative invites nonprofits, universities, and government agencies to propose new school models for district review. Applicants must undergo interviews before any potential agreements are presented to the board of managers for a formal vote.
Timeline
Senate Bill 1882 established the Texas Partnerships program in 2017.
Fort Worth ISD launched the Call for Great Schools initiative on September 22, 2026.
The intent to apply deadline for 2027-28 partnerships was October 9, 2026.
Completed applications for the 2027-28 school year are due October 30, 2026.
Culture Shift
This initiative follows the framework set by Senate Bill 1882, which authorizes Texas districts to form partnerships for campus management. The district is leveraging this legislation to explore new operational models beyond traditional administration.
Residents may see changes in campus leadership or educational programming if partnership agreements are approved. The process remains in the early evaluation stage, with no specific schools or models confirmed for transition yet.
The takeaway
Partnerships serve as a strategic tool for the district to innovate without immediate district-wide restructuring. Families should monitor board of managers meetings for updates on which specific campuses may be impacted by these proposed models.
What happens next
The district's board of managers could vote on partnership agreements for the 2027-28 school year by March 9, 2027, and for 2028-29 by May 11, 2027.
Further reading
For more information on current district policies, visit Fort Worth Administration.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fort Worth Report.
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