Crosby ISD students head back to class as Houston-area school districts prepare to reopen
Read full article: Crosby ISD students head back to class as Houston-area school districts prepare to reopenThe first day of school has arrived for students in Crosby ISD, marking the beginning of the 2026-27 school year for one of the first districts in the Houston area to welcome students back to the classroom.
Back-to-School schemes are on the rise: What parents need to know before clicking
Read full article: Back-to-School schemes are on the rise: What parents need to know before clickingBack-to-school season means new backpacks, sneakers, school supplies — and a flood of emails, texts, and online messages from schools, teachers, and organizations. But while parents are preparing their children for the classroom, cybercriminals are preparing their own back-to-school strategy: creating convincing scams designed to catch families off guard.
Back-to-school tip: Experts say limiting screen time before bed can help kids sleep better
Read full article: Back-to-school tip: Experts say limiting screen time before bed can help kids sleep betterAs families prepare for the new school year, health experts say now is the perfect time to reestablish healthy routines, and that includes limiting screen time before bed.
Texas tax-free weekend 2026: Items that qualify for back-to-school savings
Read full article: Texas tax-free weekend 2026: Items that qualify for back-to-school savingsTexas Tax-Free Weekend 2026 runs from August 7 to August 9, allowing shoppers to purchase most clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks priced under $100 without paying sales tax.
New Texas heat rules could delay or cancel football, band practices this school year
Read full article: New Texas heat rules could delay or cancel football, band practices this school yearStarting August 1, Houston schools must follow a new heat safety standard that could delay, shorten, or cancel outdoor practices
How to find the vaccination rate in your Texas school district
Read full article: How to find the vaccination rate in your Texas school districtTexas parents can check their school district's vaccination rates using The Texas Tribune’s searchable database, which organizes official state immunization data.
Beat the back-to-school heat: Harris County Precinct 4 serving up free snow cones on Monday
Read full article: Beat the back-to-school heat: Harris County Precinct 4 serving up free snow cones on MondayHarris County Precinct 4 is hosting a free snow cone event for families on Monday, August 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 6817 Cypresswood Drive behind the Barbara Bush Library.
Why getting your birth certificates ahead of the school year is so important
Read full article: Why getting your birth certificates ahead of the school year is so importantHarris County Clerk’s Office held a countywide Saturday event at all 10 annexes to help families obtain birth certificates needed for school enrollment, aiming to make the process more accessible for working parents.
Spring Branch ISD to open Guthrie Center career hub, with real-world job training for teens
Read full article: Spring Branch ISD to open Guthrie Center career hub, with real-world job training for teensSpring Branch ISD is set to open a new Guthrie Center, a Career and Technical Education facility, for the 2026–27 school year using funds from a 2022 bond program. Students will learn from industry professionals, enhancing the practical value of their education.
Houston Rockets, Reliant offering free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts and screenings at back-to-school bash
Read full article: Houston Rockets, Reliant offering free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts and screenings at back-to-school bashReliant and the Houston Rockets will host their fourth annual Back-to-School Bash on July 31, providing up to 1,000 students with free backpacks, school supplies, health and dental checkups, and grooming services.
In the CLASSROOM with Kroger: How they’re helping parents and kids start the school year happy, healthy, and prepared
Read full article: In the CLASSROOM with Kroger: How they’re helping parents and kids start the school year happy, healthy, and preparedGetting the kids ready to head back to school? 📚🎒 Experts from Kroger shares why back-to-school preparation is about much more than buying supplies.
Laptop prices could soar as AI demand fuels chip shortage ahead of back-to-school shopping
Read full article: Laptop prices could soar as AI demand fuels chip shortage ahead of back-to-school shoppingParents shopping for back-to-school technology may be in for some sticker shock this year as the cost of laptops, tablets and other electronics continues to rise.
Harris County Clerk to hold Saturday birth certificate event to help families get ready for school
Read full article: Harris County Clerk to hold Saturday birth certificate event to help families get ready for schoolThe Harris County Clerk’s Office will hold its sixth annual Back-to-School Birth Certificate Event on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at all 10 annex locations.
Back-to-school sleep reset: Houston experts say now is the time to get kids back on schedule
Read full article: Back-to-school sleep reset: Houston experts say now is the time to get kids back on scheduleIf your kids have been staying up late and sleeping in all summer, sleep experts say it’s time to reset their routine before the first day of school.
Back-to-school safety: What kids should know and what parents should watch for in case of a school emergency
Read full article: Back-to-school safety: What kids should know and what parents should watch for in case of a school emergencyGet ready for the new school year with simple student safety tips from CPR and Safety Lady Gail Gould. Learn what kids should know, what parents should watch for, and how to check your school’s emergency plan for heat illness, allergies, asthma, and more.
Family runs to safety during Deerbrook Mall shooting, returns to an unexpected act of kindness
Read full article: Family runs to safety during Deerbrook Mall shooting, returns to an unexpected act of kindnessA Houston-area family ran for safety during gunfire at Deerbrook Mall, leaving behind shoes and other belongings. One day later, a community advocate brought them back for a much happier shopping trip.
2 Helps You: 2,000 pairs of shoes part of back-to-school giveaway Saturday in Spring to students in need
Read full article: 2 Helps You: 2,000 pairs of shoes part of back-to-school giveaway Saturday in Spring to students in needInside North Central Church, volunteers are making final preparations for what is expected to be one of the community’s biggest back-to-school outreach events.
16th annual Mayor’s Back 2 School & Health Fair brings free supplies, screenings to Houston families
Read full article: 16th annual Mayor’s Back 2 School & Health Fair brings free supplies, screenings to Houston familiesThe 16th annual Mayor’s Back 2 School & Health Fair in Houston provides free backpacks with school supplies to about 20,000 students and offers health, vision, and dental screenings, immunizations, and mental health resources for families. Find out how you can attend.
Houston-Area Back-to-School Drive: Catholic Charities collecting school supplies for students in need through Aug. 7
Read full article: Houston-Area Back-to-School Drive: Catholic Charities collecting school supplies for students in need through Aug. 7Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is holding its annual back-to-school supply drive to support students in need through August 7. Community members can contribute by donating supplies at designated locations in Houston, Galveston, and Richmond/Fort Bend County, purchasing items online, or volunteering to help pack and distribute backpacks.
From Braids to Backpacks: Houston foundation hosts a one-stop back-to-school boost for families
Read full article: From Braids to Backpacks: Houston foundation hosts a one-stop back-to-school boost for familiesThe Boykins Youth Foundations, alongside Rock-In-Hood Foundation and Madlineman Foundation, is hosting its 12th annual back-to-school supply drive on August 5, 2026, at Evan E. Worthing High School in Houston.
Here are upcoming vaccine clinics for Houston-area students
Read full article: Here are upcoming vaccine clinics for Houston-area studentsThe article provides information on back-to-school immunization events in the Houston area and surrounding counties. It highlights no-to-low-cost vaccine opportunities for school-aged children, detailing event dates and locations, as well as additional health services offered. The piece encourages early registration due to limited availability and offers resources for those outside Houston.
Fewer Texas students getting vaccinated: Rising exemptions threaten herd immunity, experts warn
Read full article: Fewer Texas students getting vaccinated: Rising exemptions threaten herd immunity, experts warnNew data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a troubling trend: fewer kindergarteners in Texas are receiving routine childhood vaccinations, while exemptions are on the rise.
HISD reports that more than 700 students signed up to ride the METRO this year. Some need tips from the ‘METRO Kid’
Read full article: HISD reports that more than 700 students signed up to ride the METRO this year. Some need tips from the ‘METRO Kid’Meet Dante Arceneaux, the "METRO Kid," who shares his top tips for first-time bus riders
KPRC 2 answers your back-to-school questions, sharing parenting advice
Read full article: KPRC 2 answers your back-to-school questions, sharing parenting adviceSchool is almost back in session, and KPRC 2 wants to help prepare you by answering your questions and hearing from experts about helpful tips and suggestions for the school year.
🏫 School’s back in session: Share your back-to-school photos with Click2Pins next week📸
Read full article: 🏫 School’s back in session: Share your back-to-school photos with Click2Pins next week📸The new school year is starting across the Houston area, and KPRC 2 invites the community to share their back-to-school photos on Click2Pins.
Tax-free, thrift, and giveaways: How Houston parents can save on school shopping
Read full article: Tax-free, thrift, and giveaways: How Houston parents can save on school shoppingHouston parents can save on back-to-school shopping through Texas' annual tax-free weekend from August 8-10, where essentials like clothing, backpacks, and school supplies are exempt from sales tax, provided individual items are under $100.
Back-to-School ‘Never To Do’ tips with KPRC 2 anchor Daniella Guzman
Read full article: Back-to-School ‘Never To Do’ tips with KPRC 2 anchor Daniella GuzmanHey parents! As the school year gets underway, KPRC 2 anchor Danielle Guzman is here to share some crucial “never to do” tips for supporting your kids without added stress.
Groove into the school year this Saturday at Third Ward block party with free haircuts, manicures, and supplies!
Read full article: Groove into the school year this Saturday at Third Ward block party with free haircuts, manicures, and supplies!Headed back to school? Grooves of Houston is giving away free backpacks, supplies, haircuts, and more at a Third Ward block party this Saturday. Open to all families—no registration required.
Texas schools preparing for cell phone-free classrooms under new state law
Read full article: Texas schools preparing for cell phone-free classrooms under new state lawThis law affects students from kindergarten to 12th grade, prohibiting the use of smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and other personal communication devices in classrooms.
Free haircuts, backpacks, and more: Houston area Alpha Kappa Alpha chapters host back-to-school drive
Read full article: Free haircuts, backpacks, and more: Houston area Alpha Kappa Alpha chapters host back-to-school driveGet ready for an amazing day of giving back and gearing up for the school year!
HISD has zero F-rated schools this year, according to the latest state accountability ratings
Read full article: HISD has zero F-rated schools this year, according to the latest state accountability ratingsThis year, 74% of HISD schools earned an A or B rating in the state’s 2024-2025 accountability ratings.
Don’t have time or money for Houston student’s school vaccines?
Read full article: Don’t have time or money for Houston student’s school vaccines?The article provides information on back-to-school immunization events in the Houston area and surrounding counties. It highlights no-to-low-cost vaccine opportunities for school-aged children, detailing event dates and locations, as well as additional health services offered. The piece encourages early registration due to limited availability and offers resources for those outside Houston.
Empowering the next generation: Sister 2 Sistah delivers real talk and tools for success to students at YES Prep
Read full article: Empowering the next generation: Sister 2 Sistah delivers real talk and tools for success to students at YES PrepThis event, themed "Building Intergenerational Help for a Stronger Houston," brought together civic leaders, entrepreneurs, and passionate youth for a day of empowerment and growth.
Back-to-school lunches: How to keep your family happy, healthy and hydrated
Read full article: Back-to-school lunches: How to keep your family happy, healthy and hydratedWith triple-digit temperatures, parents are advised to pack safe and nutritious school lunches focusing on protein-rich and minimally processed foods such as wraps, sandwiches, pasta, and rice bowls.