District of Innovation

What is a District of Innovation Plan?
• A District of Innovation designation allows traditional independent school districts to access most of the flexibilities available to Texas’ open enrollment charter schools
• Passed by the 84th Legislative Session in House Bill 1842

Why DOI?
• HB 1842 provides QISD with the opportunity to fulfill our mission according to the needs and resources of our district while maximizing local control
• Continue to expand current programs and to recruit and retain excellent teachers
• To better serve and accommodate the diverse needs of all of our stakeholders, including students, staff, parents and community members
• The ability to innovate and think “outside the box,” to the benefit of Quinlan ISD students, educators and staff
• Flexibility and freedom to be innovative with the kinds of learning experiences afforded students while maintaining accountability for the results
• Increased local control over district operations to improve the quality of services benefiting all stakeholders and important educational decisions at the local level.