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Is it just an expression of freedom or a distraction? Lawmakers want to crack down on students acting like their furry friends during school.
Applications are now open for the seventh annual Moguls in the Making student pitch competition, offering a unique opportunity for students to gain essential business skills and compete for over $185,000 in scholarships, paid internships, laptops, and other prizes.
High school and junior high students took on mentorship roles, reading to younger students and leading interactive sports-themed activities throughout the school.
Assaults on teachers in Texas have risen by 18% over the past two school years, with over 3,500 staff members injured by students, raising concerns about school safety and the availability of mental health resources.
Houston Reads Day 2025 had over 425 volunteers together to read to nearly 17,000 kids across 39 elementary schools. Literacy Now’s 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.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has released a photo of a man accused of impersonating law enforcement and targeting Chinese international students at United States universities.
Navigating college life in Texas often involves late-night study sessions, social events, and solo travel. While these experiences are part of the college adventure, they can also pose safety risks, particularly for women.
Parents of Northside High School students are urging the school to revoke suspensions or expulsions for 45 students involved in a walk-out protesting deportation efforts and supporting community solidarity.
A former HISD parent turned district advocate is raising alarms over Houston Independent School District's financial practices, particularly under Superintendent Mike Miles.
Hours 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.
Students at Walt Disney Elementary were surprised by a visit from Houston Texans' Toro and cheerleaders as Alvin ISD works to rebuild their campus.
Wanna take part? CYCLE Houston is inviting everyone to join their massive bike build happening at NRG Center this weekend.
A busted pipe in the ceilings of Fulshear High School created a terrifying and potentially dangerous situation for students Thursday.
A busted pipe in the ceilings of Fulshear High School created a terrifying and dangerous situation for students Thursday.
Join us as we continue to follow the incredible journey of Mrs. Lyndsy Mason, a dedicated sixth-grade math teacher at Fleming Middle School. In her second year under the New Education System, Mrs. Mason is more committed than ever to see her students thrive.
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Fleming MS's Januel Plumber, initially skeptical of the New Education System (NES), has experienced a change of heart.
Officials said Jahmall Le’Sean Thomas, 39, was a teacher at Hardin ISD and was involved in a relationship with a female student at a Polk County School District.
“A former non-teaching staff member of HISD who was once assigned to YWPCA was recently charged with a crime," the school's principal said in a letter to parents. "Please rest assured that this individual is no longer working at our campus and has not been assigned to our campus for over a year."
A research poll conducted on behalf of the Texas Federation of Teachers says less than half of voters support the bond proposal, and less than a quarter have confidence "or don't trust" Superintendent Mike Miles.
As 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 school’s community is optimistic and united in their efforts. “I want that A,” says Adams, echoing the determination felt throughout the campus.
Hundreds of students walk underneath this power pole every day
Parents, does your child’s school currently have functioning A/C? If not, please share the name of the school and the current classroom temperatures you're aware of.
Several students who attend both the University of Houston and Texas Southern University spoke at Tuesday’s council meeting about METRO’s decision to halt the construction of the University Corridor.
For the first time in 20 years, the Texas FFA Association will call Houston home for their annual state convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
The 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.
AT&T's "H-Town Summer of Connectivity" program is helping bridge the digital divide in Houston. 🌐✨ They provided 900 students with FREE refurbished laptops, ensuring access to education and opportunities. 🎓📚💻 #DigitalDivide #EducationMatters #AT&TConnectivityProgram
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📢 Check out this eye-opening article on the childcare desert crisis in Houston. 🏢👶 It sheds light on the limited availability of quality childcare services in many areas, leaving parents with few options. 😢 Let's work together to address this pressing issue and ensure every child gets the care they deserve! 💪💙 [link] #ChildcareDeserts #Houston #Parenting #CommunityAction
📢 Check out the latest article in our "Focus on Fleming" series! 🎒📚 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.
More campuses will join Houston Independent School District’s New Education System or “NES” next school year.
Fort Bend Independent School District announced Tuesday that all 51 elementary schools will have armed security officers on campus when students return from winter break, but what do parents think about the new measure?
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Our students have so much more access to technology, to social media. It’s led to feelings of loneliness and hopelessness on a level we’ve never seen before.
Officials from a Fort Bend Independent School District campus said two students were arrested after being found in possession of a firearm on Wednesday.
Students at Huntsville High School were united with their parents Thursday afternoon following a bomb threat, according to Huntsville Independent School District.
Los Angeles Lakers forward and former Houston-area McDonald’s All-American Jarred Vanderbilt held his 3rd annual Backpack Giveaway over the weekend, helping local students gear up for school.
School districts across the nation are dealing with a shortage of bus drivers but some parents in Conroe say the problem is causing delays during pick-up and drop-off times.
An organization that unites Houston parents, educators, students, and community members to advocate for policies that strengthens HISD’s school system is spreading awareness of what is happening to schools since the takeover.
Houston Independent School District will be eliminating librarian positions at 28 schools this upcoming year and utilizing some of the libraries as ‘Team Centers” where kids with behavioral issues will be sent, the district announced.
Students with disabilities can find success in college, live independently and get jobs with the right kind of help. Here are college programs that provide support.
A teen married couple has been arrested and charged after being caught with a loaded semi-automatic rifle on the campus of Chavez High School.
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced that hundreds of applicants have applied to serve as part of the Houston Independent School District (ISD) Board of Managers.
Since 2017, according to UH administrators, three students have jumped to their deaths at Agnes Arnold Hall. Two of those incidents happened this year.
When tragedies such as school shootings happen, many parents begin to evaluate their own children’s safety at school, and some parents are now considering home-schooling.
The Texas Education Agency is hosting its first of four community meetings Tuesday night, nearly a week after the state announced it would move forward with a takeover of its largest school district.
The Texas Education Agency announced Wednesday that it is moving forward with a takeover of Houston’s nearly 200,000-student public school district, the eighth-largest in the country.
Three people have been arrested, including a 15-year-old, after police say three students were hospitalized after taking THC-laced edibles.
Disappointment, frustration, and desperation are all emotions some parents who attended a Barbers Hill ISD school board meeting expressed Monday night after being told they couldn’t speak about bullying.
Parents in Mont Belvieu say enough is enough after a 14-year-old girl committed suicide this month.
The recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that found an unprecedented wave of grief and sadness among teenage girls uncovered a stunning statistic: In 2021, nearly 20 percent said they had been victims of violent sexual behavior. More than one in 10 had been raped, they said.
KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2022. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
Two Houston-area universities receive a major grant from the U.S. Department of Education to help students with basic needs hardships.
An Alief school got a much-needed facelift on Monday, thanks to a group of volunteers who also happen to be military veterans.
Several parents at the T.H. Rogers School are frustrated after learning the school will no longer accept special needs students.
Two Cleveland High School students are in the hospital after they were hit by a pickup truck as they crossed the street near the school Monday evening, officers with the Cleveland Police Department said.
Mental and physical health support tops the list of Houston Independent School District student and parent needs, according to a new survey from Rice University Kinder Institute’s Houston Education Research Consortium.
Two Wharton ISD schools have been placed on lockdown after a stabbing at Wharton High School, according to officials.
Parents are expressing their frustration with Pearland High School for limiting the capacity of this year’s homecoming dance, which they said leaves a large part of the student population feeling excluded.
Houston’s hometown hero Trae Tha Truth is continuing his philanthropic work by partnering with Houston Independent School District to provide free clothes, supplies, and food to students dealing with homelessness.
Hightower High School was placed on “hold” after officials with the Fort Bend Independent School District said multiple physical altercations happened on campus Friday afternoon.
Lakesha Adams said her daughter’s volleyball game turned vulgar on Friday night.
As student-athletes return to practices, one doctor in warning athletes to have every injury checked out within a few weeks or risk further damage having it healed the wrong way.
Just a day after classes begun, several students and their families at Clear Creek ISD have been displaced from their homes after a large apartment fire destroyed approximately 12 units Thursday afternoon near the Webster area.
Houston Independent School District, in partnership with Eight Million Stories, Inc., announced Wednesday that it will be offering a new education option called HISD REAL.
Students who will attend certain Houston ISD schools can apply for free or reduced-price meals for the 2022-2023 school year as long as they meet certain requirements.
Within the first 10 days of school, Fort Bend ISD to perform four drills, including severe weather, lockdown, secure, and fire drills.
Governor Greg Abbott announced Wednesday that the Department of Public Safety (DPS) will be providing more than 30 law enforcement officers to campuses throughout the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (UCISD) for the new school year.
Humble ISD parents voiced concern about access to certain books in the district’s libraries and took their concerns to public comment in Tuesday’s board meeting.
When it comes to school safety there’s a lot of blame and opinions. Politicians point the finger and parents want to be heard. But what about what students think needs to be done?
Harris County Precinct Four Constable’s Office in north Harris County is teaming up with six local districts to make sure students are safe this school year.
With students heading back into the classroom soon, the American Red Cross, Texas Gulf Coast Region, wanted to help kids remain safe as they head back to school.
Students getting ready to head back to school for the 2022-2023 school year will have to fill out an application – as families did before the pandemic – to qualify for free, reduced, or paid meals.
A recap on what happened on Houston Life, July 27, 2022. A day of recognizing inspiring students and programs inspiring students. Plus, what would you do if you won the Mega Million lottery?
The shooting in Uvalde happened during the last week of school for most students across Texas.
The implementation of a four-day school week is gaining some traction across Texas.
Students working for a second chance at getting a high school education are faced with a lot of challenges. Local educators are stepping up to help, addressing more than just their needs in the classroom.
The district said students will be off Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11; all campus-based staff will report to their school.
The COVID surge is continually impacting the Houston area, and now, local institutions are taking action in efforts to prevent the spread on their campuses.
School board members for the Magnolia Independent School District voted on Monday to reverse its controversial hair policy that required boys to wear short hair.
A new survey finds that international students are returning to U.S. colleges in stronger numbers, but the rebound has yet to make up for last year’s historic declines.
The Social Justice Learning Institute’s Urban Scholars program started over a decade ago in Los Angeles, but it is just now starting to make its mark in the Houston- area with the goal of empowering students of color through education to change their communities.
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After canceling a virtual visit by an award-winning children’s author earlier this month, Katy ISD went forward with the appearance Monday.
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Katy Independent School District said they reinstated an award-winning children’s author books more than a week after parents claimed the subject matter promoted “critical race theory.”
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A Klein Independent School District teacher has resigned after he was allegedly caught on tape making racial and homophobic comments with students in his class.
Katy Independent School District said they have “temporarily” removed books by an award-winning children’s author from their library shelves after an outcry from parents claiming the subject matter promotes critical race theory.
