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Cy-Fair ISD to make changes to 2024-2025 transportation plan
Read full article: Cy-Fair ISD to make changes to 2024-2025 transportation planMore than a week since a Cy-Fair ISD middle school student was hit by a truck while riding their bicycle to school, the district is now making some changes to its transportation policy.
âCyber-eventâ causing network interruption affects STAAR testing at Santa Fe ISD schools
Read full article: âCyber-eventâ causing network interruption affects STAAR testing at Santa Fe ISD schoolsSanta Fe ISD shared on its Facebook page said a cyber event over the weekend caused a ânetwork interruption which is affecting internet and phone service" throughout the district.
Chronic absenteeism continues to be a problem at schools in Houston area. How lawmakers are trying to combat the issue
Read full article: Chronic absenteeism continues to be a problem at schools in Houston area. How lawmakers are trying to combat the issueChronic absenteeism is a growing concern in Houston's schools, impacting student achievement and school funding.
Houston ISD will pay teachers based on their performance. Hereâs how that will be determined
Read full article: Houston ISD will pay teachers based on their performance. Hereâs how that will be determinedThis new system ties teacher salaries to student success, instructional quality, and effectiveness, moving away from traditional salary schedules. What do you think about this?
Innovative approaches to inequality: Rice University unveils new center
Read full article: Innovative approaches to inequality: Rice University unveils new centerA new center at Rice University will bring together the insights of the social sciences and the power of computational methods to understand and address inequality in todayâs society.
What happens when your child is sent to truancy court? What parents need to know
Read full article: What happens when your child is sent to truancy court? What parents need to knowTruancy remains a significant challenge in Texas, with around one million children reported truant each year. Recent investigations by KPRC 2 have shed light on the state's effortsâor lack thereofâin addressing this pressing issue.
Spring ISD making Pre-K accessible to all children in their district
Read full article: Spring ISD making Pre-K accessible to all children in their districtIn most school districts, Pre-K is only offered to families who meet certain requirements. Spring ISD however, believes it doesnât matter whatâs happening at home, every single student deserves a high-quality education.
Roll on over to The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Greenđź
Read full article: Roll on over to The Rink: Rolling at Discovery GreenđźThe Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green is open until April 13, offering outdoor roller skating for all ages in Houston. Enjoy sessions from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and extended hours on weekends.
Houston Reads Day gets lit-erate! Literacy Now is raising awareness for early reading crisis
Read full article: Houston Reads Day gets lit-erate! Literacy Now is raising awareness for early reading crisisHouston Reads Day 2025 had over 425 volunteers together to read to nearly 17,000 kids across 39 elementary schools. Literacy Nowâs Reading Intervention Program helps struggling readers catch up, and Houston Reads Day is a powerful way to bring attention to the issue while giving kids a positive experience with books.
Houston ISD failed to report truancy prevention to TEA over 4 years despite absences, data shows
Read full article: Houston ISD failed to report truancy prevention to TEA over 4 years despite absences, data showsHouston ISD has reported zero truancy prevention measures to the Texas Education Agency over the past four years, despite thousands of students being marked truant each year.
What is truancy? Schools in Texas struggle with truancy amid new data release
Read full article: What is truancy? Schools in Texas struggle with truancy amid new data releaseHouston schools are facing a tough challenge with truancy as alarming new data reveals over 60,000 unexcused absences last year alone.
Former Magnolia ISD high school teacher threatens to âburn down the schoolâ
Read full article: Former Magnolia ISD high school teacher threatens to âburn down the schoolâMontgomery County officials said Erik Taylor, 24, a former teacher at Magnolia West High School made several threats on social media that he would "burn down the school his his demand was not met."
Houston ISD superintendent announces results from nationâs progress reports
Read full article: Houston ISD superintendent announces results from nationâs progress reportsHours after the announced results, Superintendent Mike Miles will hold a conference at the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center to address the results' key takeaways and answer any questions.
LIST: Houston area school districts still closed Thursday following extreme winter weather
Read full article: LIST: Houston area school districts still closed Thursday following extreme winter weatherAs Texas brace for extreme weather conditions as an Artic blast moves into the area starting Sunday, Houston-area school districts are preparing to close its campuses to ensure the safety of its students and staff.
LIST: Houston ISD, other area school districts closed Tuesday due to extreme winter weather
Read full article: LIST: Houston ISD, other area school districts closed Tuesday due to extreme winter weatherAs Texas brace for extreme weather conditions as an Artic blast moves into the area starting Sunday, Houston-area school districts are preparing to close its campuses to ensure the safety of its students and staff.
Splendora HS âhuman dischargeâ bathroom notice confirmed to be practical joke
Read full article: Splendora HS âhuman dischargeâ bathroom notice confirmed to be practical jokeA fake letter causing quite a stir was found in a boys' restroom at Splendora High School, leading to confusion among students and parents.
How Channelview ISDâs Literacy Bus takes children on a book loving journey
Read full article: How Channelview ISDâs Literacy Bus takes children on a book loving journeyThe program is aimed at addressing literacy challenges students face in Channelview ISD by enhancing literacy skills and building a love for reading.
Important dates to look out for on Houston ISDâs Spring 2025 calendar
Read full article: Important dates to look out for on Houston ISDâs Spring 2025 calendarAs Houston ISD staff and students, prepare to kick off the Spring 2025 semester, there are some important dates parents might want to remember.
Alvin ISD elementary school students to be temporarily relocated after tornado damages campus
Read full article: Alvin ISD elementary school students to be temporarily relocated after tornado damages campusâWhile this news breaks our hearts, we are incredibly thankful that all children and staff were safe and not on campus during the storm,â Alvin ISD officials said. "As we work toward recovery, we are asking for your support."
Texas Southern University offering financial aid help for families earning less than $125K
Read full article: Texas Southern University offering financial aid help for families earning less than $125KTSUâs Tiger Promise will cover tuition and other mandatory fees not covered by other federal or state aid and scholarships for eligible students in households earning less than $125K. Click the article to see how it works:
BeyoncĂŠâs foundation funds UH Criminal Justice Clinic to bridge justice gap for local communities
Read full article: BeyoncĂŠâs foundation funds UH Criminal Justice Clinic to bridge justice gap for local communitiesThe BeyGOOD Foundation, founded by Grammy icon BeyoncĂŠ Knowles-Carter, has donated $100,000 to the University of Houston Law Center's Criminal Justice Clinic. This transformative gift will fund a full-time director, expand student enrollment, and enhance outreach to underserved communities.
Conroe ISD parents outraged after students punished with restroom ban, leading to accidents in classroom
Read full article: Conroe ISD parents outraged after students punished with restroom ban, leading to accidents in classroomConroe ISD parents are expressing outrage after a message was sent home stating their children had lost the privilege to use the restroom because of a lost restroom pass.
Houston nonprofit offers free medical training, cosmetology licenses to domestic abuse survivors and new mothers
Read full article: Houston nonprofit offers free medical training, cosmetology licenses to domestic abuse survivors and new mothersOn Saturday, F.O.T.E. will celebrate a significant milestone, as 67 women who have overcome immense challenges will graduate from the nonprofitâs free skilled training program, earning certifications in either cosmetology or medical fields.
âI thought Mike Miles was the problem:â Residents react to $1M Houston-based teacher-certification scandal
Read full article: âI thought Mike Miles was the problem:â Residents react to $1M Houston-based teacher-certification scandalResidents share their reactions after learning that 200 unqualified teachers slipped through the cracks in a cheating scandal. Many of the perpetrators charged (including the alleged kingpin) were Houston ISD educators.
What can Houston ISD expect right away if $4.4 billion bond passes? Hereâs what Superintendent Mike Miles had to say
Read full article: What can Houston ISD expect right away if $4.4 billion bond passes? Hereâs what Superintendent Mike Miles had to sayThis November, Houston voters face a pivotal decision on the largest school bond in Texas historyâ$4.4 billion aimed at upgrading school infrastructure and expanding educational programs.
Houston ISD appoints committee that will oversee $4.4 billion bond if approved in November
Read full article: Houston ISD appoints committee that will oversee $4.4 billion bond if approved in NovemberThe Houston Independent School District has appointed a Bond Oversight Committee to ensure transparency and accountability for a proposed $4.4 billion bond.
Tracking Houston ISDâs bond spending: Where did the money go?
Read full article: Tracking Houston ISDâs bond spending: Where did the money go?đ Did you know that HISD is requesting a $4.5 billion bond proposal? This could be the largest in Texas history! The bond aims to address overdue facility upgrades and meet the district's $10 billion needs. #HISD #bondproposal #educationupdates #communitynews
VIDEO: Student at Alief ISD high school wielding kitchen knife throughout hallways, prompting lockdown
Read full article: VIDEO: Student at Alief ISD high school wielding kitchen knife throughout hallways, prompting lockdownAn Alief Independent School District high school was placed in lockdown after reports of a student in possession of a kitchen knife, according to the district.
More Houston families opt for homeschooling: What it means for public schools
Read full article: More Houston families opt for homeschooling: What it means for public schoolsSafety concerns and dissatisfaction with school instruction are driving families to opt for homeschooling, affecting funding and resources for public schools like Fleming Middle School.
Alvin ISD says enrolement has doubled over past 2 decades
Read full article: Alvin ISD says enrolement has doubled over past 2 decadesAlvin Independent School District hit a milestone, enrolling its 30,000th student less than a month into the 2024-25 school year. Superintendent Carol Nelson surprised first grader Lucio Ubalde with balloons and a certificate at Nichols Mock Elementary.
Parents call for help after smoke shop opens near elementary, middle schools in Houston
Read full article: Parents call for help after smoke shop opens near elementary, middle schools in HoustonParents, neighbors and school administrators are calling on local officials regarding the opening of a smoke shop that they say is too close to Wharton Dual Language Academy elementary-middle school, a magnet school in Houston Independent School District.
âEverything came back negativeâ: Pearland ISD student says he is being punished for THC vape he didnât even have
Read full article: âEverything came back negativeâ: Pearland ISD student says he is being punished for THC vape he didnât even haveA Pearland student says he was singled out and punished for a vape that he didnât even have.
âI want that Aâ: Fleming Middle School aims for A-rating this school year under NES
Read full article: âI want that Aâ: Fleming Middle School aims for A-rating this school year under NESAs Fleming Middle School kicks off the new school year under the New Education System, Principal Deven Adams and his dedicated team are aiming for an A-rating. Despite district-wide challenges, the schoolâs community is optimistic and united in their efforts. âI want that A,â says Adams, echoing the determination felt throughout the campus.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles announces âremarkable improvementsâ on 2024 accountability ratings
Read full article: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles announces âremarkable improvementsâ on 2024 accountability ratingsThe press conference at 2 p.m. Monday will examine how Houston ISD has seen dramatic progress in its campuses' accountability ratings.
Understanding the Texas Education Agencyâs accountability rating
Read full article: Understanding the Texas Education Agencyâs accountability ratingAs students and teachers embark on the journey that is the 2024-2025 school year, many schools will be working to improve their accountability ratings and those already on a strong slope, will aim to keep their momentum. However, many may be wondering exactly what the accountability rating exactly is and how itâs measured.
Texas schools may require doctorâs note for over-the-counter meds like Benadryl, Tylenol and lip balm
Read full article: Texas schools may require doctorâs note for over-the-counter meds like Benadryl, Tylenol and lip balmA new proposal from the Texas School Nursing Organization (TSNO) could make it mandatory for students to have a doctorâs note for over-the-counter medications like Benadryl, Tylenol, and even items like petroleum jelly and rash cream. The Texas Board of Nursing will review this proposal next week.
Houston-area school districts warn of continued severe cuts if voucher fight keeps funds tied up in state legislature
Read full article: Houston-area school districts warn of continued severe cuts if voucher fight keeps funds tied up in state legislatureâItâs not mismanagement by schools,â Alief ISD Deputy Superintendent Charles Woods explained. âWeâre all in the same boat that the general public is; weâve got high inflation, high costs, we have hurricanes coming through, we have all the things weâve always had, and then we have had six years, three legislative sessions without additional funding just for the basic costs of education.â
âTheyâll never ride the bus again:â Fort Bend ISD mom says her 3 children were dropped off at wrong stop
Read full article: âTheyâll never ride the bus again:â Fort Bend ISD mom says her 3 children were dropped off at wrong stopâI received a call from some guy that the kids asked to use his phone, so he passed the phone to my daughter, and she said that the bus people let them off the bus,â Ebony Jordan explained.
Houston-area schools enforce diverse cell phone policies
Read full article: Houston-area schools enforce diverse cell phone policiesAs the new school year begins in the Houston area, various school districts are implementing diverse cell phone policies to minimize distractions and uphold a focus on learning.
âWeâre overlooked and left behindâ: Houston ISD families fed up with debris around schools
Read full article: âWeâre overlooked and left behindâ: Houston ISD families fed up with debris around schoolsSchools across Houston ISD are dealing with high grass and fallen trees as students head back to school.
Drivers say some Houston ISD buses carrying children with special needs do not have working air conditioners
Read full article: Drivers say some Houston ISD buses carrying children with special needs do not have working air conditionersThe first day of the HISD school year was touted as a âgreat dayâ of education by Superintendent Mike Miles. However, minutes into his first news conference of the school year Miles declared that there was one problem that he viewed as âunacceptableâ for families, the issue of bus service that did not deliver.
How to protect your kids when posting âback-to-schoolâ pictures on social media
Read full article: How to protect your kids when posting âback-to-schoolâ pictures on social mediaAs kids across Houston get ready for another year of school, many parents are also getting ready for something that has become widely accepted as an annual tradition: first day of school pictures of the kiddos.
âWe must adjust our staffing levelsâ: Houston ISD to start school year with 748 fewer teachers than last year
Read full article: âWe must adjust our staffing levelsâ: Houston ISD to start school year with 748 fewer teachers than last yearHouston Independent School District, the largest in Texas, will start the 2024-2025 school year with 748 fewer teachers compared to last year. Despite fewer teachers, the district boasts only 45 vacancies and promises that every classroom will have an effective educator.
Hereâs when, where Houston will host its 14th annual Back 2 School Fest
Read full article: Hereâs when, where Houston will host its 14th annual Back 2 School FestCouncil Member Julian Ramirez shared details Tuesday morning on the upcoming annual Back 2 School Fest, where every year the city partners with Shell to give away backpacks and much more ahead of the starting school year.
Houston ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch during Summer 2024 for students
Read full article: Houston ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch during Summer 2024 for studentsThe district says these meals help ensure students who relied on school meals during the academic year may still have access to good nutrition while on summer vacation.
Tracking Houston ISDâs bond spending: Where did the money go?
Read full article: Tracking Houston ISDâs bond spending: Where did the money go?đ Did you know that HISD is requesting a $4.5 billion bond proposal? This could be the largest in Texas history! The bond aims to address overdue facility upgrades and meet the district's $10 billion needs. #HISD #bondproposal #educationupdates #communitynews
Katy ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch to children (even if theyâre not students)
Read full article: Katy ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch to children (even if theyâre not students)School is out for the summer but Katy ISD is still feeding kiddos, offering free breakfast and lunch to anyone under 18 years of age, regardless if they are a student within the district.
Spring Valley kiddos find ways to stay busy while school district works to resume classes
Read full article: Spring Valley kiddos find ways to stay busy while school district works to resume classesThe kiddos in one Spring Valley neighborhood are making the most of their time off from school as Houston area districts work to clean up the damage and reopen after last week storms.
Teacher Appreciation Week 2024: Freebies and deals offered for educators
Read full article: Teacher Appreciation Week 2024: Freebies and deals offered for educatorsTeacher Appreciation Week is May 8 - 12, and itâs the annual time to show your favorite educator some love that they most definitely deserve.
Cy-Fair ISD parent says paraprofessional yelled and assaulted his son who has autism
Read full article: Cy-Fair ISD parent says paraprofessional yelled and assaulted his son who has autismA Cypress-Fairbanks ISD parent says a paraprofessional yelled and assaulted his son who has autism. He says the incident left bruises on his son, Davidâs arm.
Houston ISD parent outraged after child given âartworkâ calling her âlittle BLACK monkeyâ from another student
Read full article: Houston ISD parent outraged after child given âartworkâ calling her âlittle BLACK monkeyâ from another studentKhloe Colvin, an 8th-grade student at the Arabic Immersive Magnet School, says a 7th-grade student gave her a heart-shaped letter with her name on it and the message: âYou Little BLACK Monkey.â
YMCA of Houston takes action to combat childcare deserts
Read full article: YMCA of Houston takes action to combat childcare desertsStruggling to find affordable childcare in Houston? The YMCA is here to help! They're taking action to combat childcare deserts in the area, offering programs for kids of all ages. From early childcare centers to summer camps, they've got you covered. Learn more and get involved: #ChildcareDeserts #CommunitySupport #YMCAHouston
Changes in HISD: What is the âScience of Readingâ and is it working for students
Read full article: Changes in HISD: What is the âScience of Readingâ and is it working for studentsđ˘ Check out the latest article in our "Focus on Fleming" series! đđ We delve into the impact of the NES model on HISD campuses and explore how it's shaping the learning experience. Meet Mrs. Cooper, Fleming Middle School's passionate Teacher of the Year, and discover the Science of Reading course that's bridging literacy gaps. Get an exclusive look inside HISD's curriculum department and learn how you can ensure your child gets the education they deserve. Don't miss out! Read more on our website.
Angleton ISD cancels classes for students Monday following severe storms over the weekend
Read full article: Angleton ISD cancels classes for students Monday following severe storms over the weekendThe Angleton Independent School District has canceled classes for Monday after surveying damage to several campuses following severe weather over the weekend.
Cleveland Middle School teacher fired after video of him body slamming 7th grader surfaced
Read full article: Cleveland Middle School teacher fired after video of him body slamming 7th grader surfacedVideo shows a teacher getting violent and slamming a student at Cleveland Middle School to the ground.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Cleveland Middle School investigating after teacher seen manhandling student
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Cleveland Middle School investigating after teacher seen manhandling studentAn investigation in underway after a teacher was recorded grabbing and pulling on a young male student at Cleveland Middle School.
How police are using cameras in school zones to catch speeders
Read full article: How police are using cameras in school zones to catch speedersAs more and more localities are using the technology, or talking about adding the technology, the Solutionaries team is working for you on if itâs really a solution to the speeding problem.
LIST: Houston ISD announces 19 additional campuses joining the New Education System next year
Read full article: LIST: Houston ISD announces 19 additional campuses joining the New Education System next yearThe Houston Independent School District is adding up to 40 more schools to its New Education System model in the 2024 academic school year, state-appointed superintendent Mike Miles announced Tuesday.
âDehumanizingâ: Houston ISD students hold off-campus panel, speak out against NES model
Read full article: âDehumanizingâ: Houston ISD students hold off-campus panel, speak out against NES modelStudents from several Houston ISD schools affected by the districtâs New Education System spoke up about it, off their campuses.
Houston teacher federation shares thoughts on more schools being added to HISDâs NES model
Read full article: Houston teacher federation shares thoughts on more schools being added to HISDâs NES modelMore campuses will join Houston Independent School Districtâs New Education System or âNESâ next school year.
HISD adding up to 40 failing schools to New Education System next year
Read full article: HISD adding up to 40 failing schools to New Education System next yearThe Houston Independent School District is adding up to 40 more schools to its New Education System model in the 2024 academic school year, state-appointed superintendent Mike Miles announced Tuesday.
Houston-area school districts delay start times Wednesday following closures prompted by arctic blast
Read full article: Houston-area school districts delay start times Wednesday following closures prompted by arctic blastSeveral Houston-area school districts will return to class Wednesday after closing Tuesday due to the arctic blast.
âVikings are going to take over Japanâ: 8th-graders surprised with free trip as part of Houston ISDâs NES model
Read full article: âVikings are going to take over Japanâ: 8th-graders surprised with free trip as part of Houston ISDâs NES modelYou get a free trip to Japan, you get a free trip to Japan, you get a free trip to Japan!
âNo excusesâ: Superintendent Miles pushes for âhigh-performance cultureâ in district
Read full article: âNo excusesâ: Superintendent Miles pushes for âhigh-performance cultureâ in districtHouston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles held a meeting Wednesday with his leadership team to introduce his plans on how to make the district a âhigh-performance culture,â along with his goals for improving accountability amongst teachers and administrators.
Addressing threatening behavior at Texas schools
Read full article: Addressing threatening behavior at Texas schoolsWhile much of the discussion about school safety has recently revolved around putting armed security on every campus and increasing police training, there is less highlighted work being done on campuses across the state to spot potential problems before they spiral into violent behavior.
Mother says Cy-Fair ISD kindergartner wrongly picked up, dropped off by school bus after agreement was made
Read full article: Mother says Cy-Fair ISD kindergartner wrongly picked up, dropped off by school bus after agreement was madeA mother says she panicked after her kindergartener was placed on a school bus and dropped off, even though she says there was an agreement that heâd be picked up from school.
First look inside Fleming Middle School, the HISD campus KPRC 2 will spend a year chronicling
Read full article: First look inside Fleming Middle School, the HISD campus KPRC 2 will spend a year chroniclingThis school year, KPRC 2 is embarking on a project to chronicle a year inside Fleming Middle School on the north side of Houston. Fleming is one of the 28 schools Houston ISD labeled as a high-priority campus.
Parents frustrated after kids arrive to school hours late as bus shortage issues continue
Read full article: Parents frustrated after kids arrive to school hours late as bus shortage issues continueStudents who have already started class are forced to be hours late in the morning as a shortage of bus drivers continues across Houston area schools.
Channelview ISD bus drivers ready for first day of school; other districts hoping to fill other positions
Read full article: Channelview ISD bus drivers ready for first day of school; other districts hoping to fill other positionsWednesday is the first day of school for students at Channelview ISD. The transportation department is making sure all buses have working air conditioning units. Drivers spent the day driving their routes and getting ready and will be out on Wednesday greeting students on their first day of school.
Aldine ISD first grader left alone to walk freely after first day of school
Read full article: Aldine ISD first grader left alone to walk freely after first day of schoolDuring dismissal time at Aldine ISDâs Kujawa Elementary School on the districtâs first day of school, a 6-year-old boy was left to wander the neighborhood near the school while his family frantically searched for him.
Securing Schools: Bill Spencer tests 4 devices designed to protect children in a classroom
Read full article: Securing Schools: Bill Spencer tests 4 devices designed to protect children in a classroomIn the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, parents, teachers, and school districts are working to find ways to keep classrooms secure.
HISD to eliminate librarians, turn some libraries into discipline centers at 28 campuses
Read full article: HISD to eliminate librarians, turn some libraries into discipline centers at 28 campusesHouston Independent School District will be eliminating librarian positions at 28 schools this upcoming year and utilizing some of the libraries as âTeam Centersâ where kids with behavioral issues will be sent, the district announced.
Gov. Abbott signs bill requiring silent panic alarms in Texas classrooms; Districts say they have yet to see funding
Read full article: Gov. Abbott signs bill requiring silent panic alarms in Texas classrooms; Districts say they have yet to see fundingEvery school classroom in Texas will soon be required to have silent panic alert technology.Governor Greg Abbott signed SB 838 also known as âAlyssaâs Lawâ this week.
These Houston-area school districts are serving free breakfast and lunch this summer
Read full article: These Houston-area school districts are serving free breakfast and lunch this summerMultiple Houston-area school districts are providing meals to children in the Houston area during the summer months.
âItâs our cultureâ: First Ukrainian school opens in San Antonio
Read full article: âItâs our cultureâ: First Ukrainian school opens in San AntonioA woman who fled her home country of Ukraine last May due to the Russian war celebrated the grand opening of the first Ukrainian school in San Antonio Saturday.