On Monday's show: We discuss some substantial developments for Houston-area school districts over the last week or so, including HISD’s "district of innovation" designation, Fort Bend ISD announcing a lone finalist to be its new superintendent, and Spring Branch ISD closing two elementary schools and ending a charter school contract.

When there’s big news in the world of education, we seek insight from Dr. Duncan Klussmann, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies at the University of Houston. He’s also a former Superintendent of Spring Branch ISD. Dr. Klussmann, welcome back to the program…

Also this hour: After a Black a student in Barbers Hill was suspended again because of his hairstyle, we discuss how far dress codes in public schools should or should not be allowed to go and who decides where the line is, especially when it’s an effort to enforce what many characterize as racist policies.

Then, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller answers your pet care questions.

And we get the latest on Houston sports from Jeff Balke.