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Mattie Parker: “My allegiance is to the students in Fort Worth ISD. They…”

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Fort Worth's Growth and Challenges: Mayor Mattie Parker on Education and Infrastructure

Published May 18, 2025 | Video Starts at 05:25

And I recognize that maybe for those that are not watching us that closely, they may not believe that's the right path. But let me be clear. At the end of the day, the decision is Commissioner Morath's and My allegiance is to the students in Fort Worth ISD. They deserve to have an A rated campus across every single campus in the city of Fort Worth. We deserve to have one of the best school districts, not in just the state of Texas, but across the country. (05:25–05:33)

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Asserts commitment to ensuring all Fort Worth ISD campuses achieve A ratings.

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