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Micah Fikes

Micah Fikes
Micah is the Director of Curriculum & Technology. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in British Literature, from the University of North Texas and a Master of Arts in Teaching, from Louisiana College. In his previous career, Micah served for 14 years as a banker and bank manager. For the majority of this period, Micah managed the Downtown Fort Worth location of Frost Bank. In 2005, Micah finally surrendered to his true calling to be an educator. After a brief, but fulfilling term teaching high school English at Flower Mound High School in Lewisville ISD, Micah went to work for the family business, training teachers.
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Recent Posts

What Do You Need to Be a Teacher in Texas? A Clear Checklist (and What People Overlook)

Posted by Micah Fikes on May 4, 2026

Most people don’t get stuck because they lack the ability to become a teacher.

Do You Need a Teaching Degree to Teach in Texas? What Actually Matters

Posted by Micah Fikes on April 24, 2026

One of the most common questions people ask when considering teaching is simple:

“Do I need a teaching degree?”

How Texas School Districts Actually Hire Teachers (And What Matters More Than You Think)

Posted by Micah Fikes on March 31, 2026

Many people assume that once they’re certified, getting hired as a teacher in Texas is automatic.

Texas Teacher Certification Fees: A Clear Cost Breakdown (and What Most People Forget to Budget For)

Posted by Micah Fikes on March 16, 2026

Most people don’t avoid teacher certification because they can’t do it.

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