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Houston area daycare being sued for leaving 4-year-old in hot car
HOUSTON - A lawsuit has been filed against Star Kiddos Childcare Center, alleging the daycare endangered Brandy Jones's 4-year-old son’s life by violating safety regulations and leaving the child in a hot van. The lawsuit, filed with the assistance of The Button Law Firm, claims that a van driver...
After Hurricane Beryl, District Announces New Start Date at ADSY Campuses for 2024-2025 School Year
Students’ first day of school at Ermel Elementary, Harris Elementary, Smith Elementary, and Vines EC/PreK/K School is Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Due to Hurricane Beryl’s aftermath, the Aldine Independent School District is delaying the beginning of the school year for students attending Additional Days School Year (ADSY) campuses: Ermel Elementary School, Harris Elementary School, Smith Elementary School, and Vines EC/PreK/K School.
Mike Miles moved Texas school funds to Colorado through a possible shell corporation without a paper trail
Houston Independent School District (HISD) Superintendent Mike Miles claims to be a financial wizard. But controversy has followed the former military man-turned-school administrator to nearly every Texas school district he’s served. In 2012, he was hired by the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), only to be ousted by a majority of the school board three years later after an investigation showed Miles violated district policies.
Some Houston ISD campuses damaged by Hurricane Beryl might not be ready for start of school year
The campus shared by Cage Elementary and Chrysalis Middle School, along with Kelso Elementary and Sinclair Elementary, were the most significantly damaged HISD schools during last week’s storm, according to the district. Dozens of towering pine trees have long been a signature of Sinclair Elementary School, a 65-year-old campus...
Hurricane Beryl Leaves 60 Houston ISD Schools Damaged, Summer Programs Disrupted
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl's rampage through Houston, the aftermath leaves Houston ISD grappling with the effects on its facilities and the disruption to its summer school programming. According to a Houston Public Media report, an "overwhelming majority" of the district's 274 campuses lost power when the Category 1 hurricane hit the city. While some power has been restored, 70 schools are still in the dark as of Friday morning, and 60 have sustained roof or structural damages.
Dickinson High School Cheer team for a successful UCA Camp
Congratulations to our Dickinson High School Cheer team for a successful UCA Camp this year! Congratulations to the following award winners and honorees. 2nd JV Camp Dance, 2nd Varsity Dance, 2nd JV Band Chant, 2nd Varsity Band Chant, 1st JV Overall Gameday, 1st Varsity 1st Overall Gameday, Big Al Mascot Mushy.
HISD Commits to Opening Summer School, Redirects Students to Powered Campuses Amidst Cleanup
Houston ISD is picking up the pieces after Hurricane Beryl ripped through the region, leaving a trail of power outages and structural damage. But schools are set to open their doors for summer classes on Monday. The widespread damage has necessitated some changes to where students will be hitting the books. HISD spokesperson Joseph Sam said that students from powerless campuses will be redirected to other sites, with the promise of transport between these makeshift educational oases. "All HISD summer school students are returning to class tomorrow. Students who normally attend a campus that does not yet have power will attend classes at a different site. Families will be contacted directly by their summer school campus with information about where their student will attend class tomorrow," Sam assured families in a statement reported by Houston Press.
YMCA Operation Backpack: Donate Before July 17 Deadline to Help Houston's Youth Start the School Year Strong
As another school year approaches, the YMCA of Greater Houston is getting ready to wrap up its annual YMCA Operation Backpack initiative. This initiative, launched on June 17, allows Houstonians to help in providing school supplies, backpacks, and opportunities for youth to attend YMCA after-school programs. Marking its 20th year of service, the initiative aims to give Houston's youth the essential tools needed to start the 2024 – 2025 school year on a high note. But Houstonians have only a few days left to support Houston’s youth by contributing to YMCA Operation Backpack through July 19.
Alvin, Friendswood, Pearland ISDs reopen post-Hurricane Beryl
After Hurricane Beryl made landfall July 8, school districts closed throughout the Greater Houston area, including Alvin, Friendswood and Pearland ISDs. (Courtesy Abode Stock) After Hurricane Beryl made landfall July 8, school districts closed throughout the Greater Houston area, including Alvin, Friendswood and Pearland ISDs. While the three school districts...
New options to explore following McDonald’s closure
Several students are awaiting the announcement of a replacement for the McDonald’s in Student Center South following its permanent closure in May due to contractual reasons. Previously, when The Cougar talked to students, many were not happy learning that an affordable option would not be available to them for a whole semester.
Houston ISD Board to Consider Record $4.4 Billion School Bond Amid Community Skepticism
The Houston ISD Board of Managers is set to deliberate on a proposed $4.4 billion school bond in a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. The bond, which is the largest of its kind in Texas history, is aimed to address the district's pressing infrastructure needs and must be approved by August 18 to make its way onto the November 5 ballot.
Local Non-Profit hosting STEM camp for students
HOUSTON (KIAH) – A local non-profit is hosting a STEM summer camp that’s aimed at preparing K-8th students for early college and career readiness. BE Ingenious, is a 501(c)(3) technology-driven, student-centered, and future-focused educational organization. The organization is providing stimulating, inclusive, innovative, and ingenious learning for all students.
VYPE HOU Preseason Public School Volleyball Setter of the Year Fan Poll
As the Public School Volleyball season is quickly approaching, it's time for fans to pick who they believe should have the honor of being the VYPE HOU Public School Pre-Season Volleyball Setter Of The Year! Be sure to get your vote in!. Vote until 11:59 pm on Tuesday, July 23rd.
The University of Houston-Downtown bolsters wind energy industry with new online certificate program
HOUSTON, TX – July 16, 2024 – University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) has launched a Wind Turbine Technician Certificate Program to address the growing global need for workers skilled in servicing, diagnosing, repairing and installing wind turbines and related equipment. Offered online and asynchronously, the program allows students to...
Surviving and thriving: UH’s best resources for student wellness
College can be stressful for both incoming and returning students, but UH offers numerous on-campus resources to ease stress. From free food and clothing to stress-relief activities like playing with dogs and bowling in the game room, here’s a list of available resources:. Campus Recreation & Wellness Center. Many...
Award Winners 'Beryl' Into Houston to Receive $1.4M in Rodeo Scholarships
THE WRATH OF Hurricane Beryl couldn’t stop the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo from presenting 70 students, representing 57 Future Farmers of America chapters from across Texas, with $1.4 million in scholarships to a college of their choice. Scholarships were awarded at last week’s 96th annual Texas FFA State Convention which, amazingly, was held July 8-12 in the George R. Brown Convention Center for the first time in 20 years. The scholarship awards are part of Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s $27.3 million dollar commitment this year to support Texas youth and statewide educational programs.
Twelve Katy ISD Students Among Houston Rodeo Scholarship Winners
Earning nearly a quarter of $1 million in total, 12 Katy ISD students were among this year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo scholarship winners. Each student received a $20,000 scholarship to pursue a four-year degree. This year, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo awarded more than $14 million to...
Houston Community Opened New Educational Campus
Just a week before Hurricane Beryl hit Houston, over 100 community members gathered to celebrate the opening of a new Chabad Lubavitch Education Campus with a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony and hanging a mezuzah. Just a week before Hurricane Beryl hit Houston, over 100 community members gathered to celebrate the opening...
ROLL THE TAPE: Fort Bend ISD 2024 Cross Country Hype Video
There is so much fun to be had at a VYPE Media Days!. From team and individual pictures, social media shout-outs and video interviews, it is all there for the student-athletes to feel like a superstar. VYPE had its Fort Bend ISD 2024 Fall Media recently. Keep reading... 16 Jul,...
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