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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

How to Find Elementary Teaching Jobs in Texas

Posted by Micah Fikes on February 27, 2018

When it comes to finding elementary teaching jobs in Texas the choices run from A to Z or from Austin to Zapata.

Pursuing Teaching After Retirement: How To Tell If It Is Right For You

Posted by Micah Fikes on February 22, 2018


Although many people in their 50’s and 60’s begin to think about retirement, a growing number have begun to consider a career change instead. Pursuing teaching after retirement has grown as an alternative to traditional retirement. People view teaching after retirement as an opportunity to give back to their communities. They have the chance to put some of their life experiences to use and pass along their wisdom to the next generation.

Your Guide to Teaching in Texas with Out of State Certification

Posted by Micah Fikes on February 21, 2018

Long-time Lone Star State residents will tell you that in Texas the BBQ is better, the folks are friendlier and everything is indeed bigger.

What You Need To Do For Your Texas Teacher Certification Renewal

Posted by Micah Fikes on January 29, 2018

In case you didn’t know...If you hold a standard teaching certificate in Texas, you must renew it every five years.

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