The Houston Federation of Teachers has filed a lawsuit against Houston ISD, accusing the district of denying state-funded teacher raises and violating Texas House Bill 2, according to Texas AFT.
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The Houston Health Department launches a new Chronic Disease Health Education initiative aimed at raising awareness, prevention, and management of chronic illnesses to improve community health outcomes.
Data shows a rise in special education enrollment across Greater Houston-area school districts from 2020 to 2025. Districts report increasing demand for support services amid shifting student needs.
Investing in Houston’s Future: Collaborative for Children advocates early childhood education, aiming to improve outcomes for local kids through community partnerships and innovative programs, The Leader News reports.
The University of Houston is the first in Texas to adopt revised Academic Fresh Start policies, allowing students to reset past academic records and pursue a fresh start in their education, enhancing opportunities for success.
Fort Worth schools face a potential state takeover amid ongoing challenges. Experts suggest lessons from Houston ISD’s turnaround strategies could guide efforts to improve academic performance and governance.
Durham Elementary teachers have been reassigned to home duty following Houston ISD’s recent curriculum changes. The district aims to realign staff roles amid ongoing adjustments to educational content.
Texas Comptroller details the launch of the state’s new online marketplace for education savings accounts, aiming to streamline access and boost savings for Texas families. Report by Houston Public Media.
Several students were injured in a school bus crash on FM 2854 in Montgomery County, authorities report. Emergency responders are on the scene, and the cause of the accident is under investigation.
HISD announces the new education system will receive $8,566 base funding per student, aiming to enhance resources and support across the district. This boost is expected to improve overall student outcomes.
The Texas Education Agency will release schools’ 2024 performance ratings following a recent court ruling. The decision mandates transparency, impacting how schools are assessed statewide.
A judge has issued a partial injunction against Houston ISD in its ongoing pay-for-performance dispute with the teachers’ union, temporarily halting the district’s contested compensation policies.
HISD has revised its teacher evaluation form again as part of its pay-for-performance plan. The update aims to refine assessment criteria to better link teacher evaluations with compensation decisions.
YES Prep and Pasadena ISD are equipping students with skills and career pathways to secure living-wage jobs. Their innovative programs focus on college readiness and vocational training, boosting economic opportunities for Houston youth.
A Houston Independent School District mother was fired after posting a viral video at an airport, criticizing former HISD superintendent Mike Miles. The incident has sparked debate over free speech and employee rights.
Several Texas community colleges have removed course materials related to gender identity amid a statewide push to limit discussions on the topic, sparking debate over academic freedom and inclusivity in education.
Two years into state control, Houston ISD still struggles with 18 D-rated schools. The district faces ongoing challenges as it seeks to improve academic performance and turnaround the lowest scoring campuses.
Want to attend a public college or university in Texas without paying tuition? The Houston Chronicle reveals new programs and eligibility criteria that can make higher education free for many students across the state.
Education leaders from across Texas gathered at txEDCON in Houston, hosted by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), to collaborate on innovative strategies and advance student learning statewide.
More Texas school districts face lawsuits over displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms. Legal challenges argue the practice violates the separation of church and state, sparking renewed debate statewide.