Houston ISD's state takeover could be heading toward a turning point, as the state-appointed Board of Managers prepares to meet with elected trustees about a potential transition back to local control.

The announcement comes after the midterm elections and as Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa has campaigned on ending state takeovers of public school districts.

HISD says the planned meetings are intended to help elected trustees better understand the district's finances, academic programs, facilities and day-to-day operations before they eventually resume control.