Houston-area ISD’s $200 million foundation draws scrutiny
Lawmakers are investigating the $200 million foundation of Barbers Hill ISD. The probe focuses on the superintendent's aggressive investment strategies and the foundation's unusual structure.
For nearly 20 years, Barbers Hill ISD Superintendent Greg Poole pursued an unconventional strategy to grow the district’s finances. Lawmakers are now questioning the foundation’s aggressive investments, unusual structure, and...
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