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Months after autistic 4-year-old ran away, Jefferson-Houston Elementary School administrators returning to work
The head of school and academic principal at Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School are returning to work after four months of forced leave after an autistic four-year-old student walked away from the school and was found walking barefoot in the middle of the street near the King St. Metro station. In a...
U.S. Department of Education investigates Katy ISD's gender policy that led to trans student dropout
Katy ISD's controversial new gender policy requires parents to be notified if students identify themselves as transgender, and it's impact is becoming clearer.Kade Carter is a lot of things: a gamer, a musician, and a son.But, the 17-year-old, who has won awards for his poetry and artwork, is a high school dropout."I miss a lot of my friends. I tried online school for a little bit. Not my style, too much ADHD, too much. Simply too much," he laughed.Kade is transgender."I think for a long time I had known that I wasn't a girl and I just didn't want to...
HCC’s new status as a Level 2 Institution has important implications for Houston
HOUSTON (June 26, 2024)—When the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) approved two new baccalaureate degree programs at Houston Community College (HCC), it enlarged the pipeline to jobs for thousands in the college’s service area. SACSCOC is the accrediting agency for most public colleges...
Summer House Institute working to address lack of Black and Latino male educators
HOUSTON (KIAH) – Summer House Institute is a nationwide non-profit that aims to inspire, develop and grow the next generation of future makers and educators. They have deep community ties in the Houston and Philadelphia area and concentrate heavily on collegiate men of color who aspire to join the public education sector.
Research Utilizing Library Resources Pays Off for Three LSC-CyFair Students
In addition to cash prizes, Lone Star College-CyFair winners of this year’s Student Research Award say the award validates their hard work, boosts their confidence and even fuels their passion for future research projects. Mahmoud Masoud, a 2023 Langham Creek graduate, and Jazlyn Haywood, two of History Professor Keith...
Texas Library and Archives Foundation Accepting Applications for $2,000 Martha Wong Scholarship Supporting Library Science Students
Austin, TX – The Texas Library and Archives Foundation has today announced a new scholarship opportunity for students in a Texas library/information science or school library certification program. The Martha Wong Scholarship will award a reimbursable grant of $2,000 that may be used for tuition or required textbooks. The...
Houston ISD Faced with Free Speech Controversy as Union Leaders Challenge Termination
The battle lines have been drawn at Houston ISD where two union leaders could face the possibility of unemployment amidst swirling discussions on free speech rights and professionalism. Michelle Williams, president of the Houston Education Association and a teacher at Shadowbriar Elementary School, is challenging the district's decision to terminate her contract over social media activity conducted during work hours. Williams defends her actions, claiming her much-disputed livestream was recorded on a set in her home, and that posts during the day are the result of scheduling software, not direct, in-workday engagement.
TEA investigating allegations Fort Bend ISD incentivized students, staff to vote in 2023 election
SUGAR LAND, Texas – Fort Bend ISD says they have been informed by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) that they are under investigation. The district said the TEA said the investigation is over complaints the district unlawfully incentivized students and staff to vote in the 2023 voter-approved tax rate election (VATRE).
University of Victoria placing 89 naloxone kits in student common areas
The McIntrye-Starko family is relieved that the University of Victoria (Uvic) is learning from the Jan. 23rd incident in which their daughter Sidney was exposed to fentanyl and died a few days later. By mid-August, the university will have install 89 new, easily accessible Naloxone kits installed in all residence...
HISD and Astros Foundation team up for graduation retention
HISD’s Sunrise Centers collaborated with the Astros Foundation for the District’s fourth annual Phone Bank event on June 18. The goal is to reach out to students who have either dropped out of school or not registered for the new school year and inform them of the options and resources available to help on their path to high school graduation.
Houston Students Show Strong Reading and Math Growth, But Science Lags, HISD Report Reveals
In a recent report from the Houston Independent School District (HISD), pupils from the district's elementary and middle schools have displayed substantial growth in the Northwest Evaluation Association's Measures of Academic Progress (NWEA MAP) exams, particularly in reading and math. However, these gains were countered by below-average improvement in science, with state-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles revealing that the end-of-year growth surpassed national levels in reading and math but not in science. According to a statement obtained by the Houston Chronicle, the district's New Education System (NES) schools showed overall higher annual growth compared to their non-NES counterparts, leading Miles to label the achievement, “This is huge for our NES schools.”
SGA meeting disrupted by false campus threat, Senate passes markerspace resolution
Wednesday, chaos erupted at the Student Government Association meeting when SGA President Diego Arriaga alerted senators of an active campus threat, which turned out to be false. “During the meeting I was informed by a student on campus, who was informed by an HPD officer, of a dangerous suspect in...
Texas Southern University AD gets long-term extension
Texas Southern University extends Dr. Kevin Granger's contract, citing his athletic and academic achievements, facility upgrades, and community engagement. The post Texas Southern University AD gets long-term extension appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Houston-Area Students Adjust to Digital SATs
(TNS) — The first reading section of the SAT seemed easy enough to Donovan Johnson, an incoming senior in Fort Bend ISD. The second reading section was harder, and the two math sections repeated the same pattern — easier and then more challenging. The increased difficulty between modules...
DeSoto ISD sees gains in early test of AI-driven math curriculum – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Www.nbcdfw.com – Wayne Carter – 2024-06-28 11:25:03. SUMMARY: At Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet School in DeSoto ISD, Jeff Jacobs and other teachers are using a new AI-driven program during summer learning to catch students up in math. Initially skeptical due to previous unsuccessful one-size-fits-all approaches, Jacobs found this program effective. The AI customizes lessons based on students' struggles and interacts with them like virtual assistants. Impressed by its impact, DeSoto ISD Superintendent Usama Rodgers observed students solving numerous problems and noted the program's potential in stimulating deeper thinking. Despite its newness, the district plans to implement the AI system district-wide in the fall to improve math scores post-pandemic.
CFISD Transportation Plan released early after KHOU 11 calls about parent concerns
CYPRESS, Texas — Concerned parents called KHOU 11 for help, after learning Cy-Fair ISD is cutting bus routes next year. They said it's not safe for their kids to walk to school. Now, they're worried about all the budget cuts in the district, they will have no other choice.
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