The state-appointed superintendent also reported that Wheatley High School, where a string of F ratings triggered the ongoing state takeover of the district, earned an A for the first time....
KIPP confirmed that no students or staff were harmed during an incident involving a parent and an unaffiliated individual in southwest Houston.
In 2025, there were 6,456 total misconduct reports. So far in 2026, there have been 16,848 reports, according to Texas Education Agency data.
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
We often talk about big school districts like HISD, Katy, Fort Bend and Cy-Fair, but ABC13 reporter Lileana Pearson is showing how smaller districts tackle challenges head-on....
The slew of applications has created a backlog in the registrar's office and now the district is telling families they’ll need to wait five to seven business days before leaders can complete their registration. As of Wednesday, Aug. 12, after the official school year had started,...
HOUSTON – Three years after the Texas Education Agency took over Houston ISD, new academic and accountability data show significant gains across the state’s largest school district, including dramatic improvements at campuses operating under Superintendent Mike Miles’ New Educati...
Gov. Greg Abbott is calling for educators convicted of sexually assaulting or having improper relationships with students to serve at least 10 years in prison, as Texas reports a surge in investigations into alleged educator misconduct. Abbott announced the proposal during a roun...
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is now facing two new felony charges for having inappropriate sexual contact with elementary school students....
As Texas lawmakers put more restrictions on what is approved for the classroom, one expert told ABC13 that one curriculum has a clear advantage.
An HISD teacher said he “literally broke down” in his classroom on the second day of the school year after, according to his account posted on social media, several senior students struggled to complete a short writing exercise. Darius Williams, who is listed in the Wheatley High...
AI is moving into the classroom at some campuses in Texas’ largest school district, which also faces state- and federal-level investigations over its changes to special education services....
A high school football player in Arkansas had every right to be rattled after finding a venomous snake inside his helmet during practice.
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is facing new charges, according to court documents.
Katy ISD is taking its classrooms statewide with the launch of Legacy Virtual High School, a new full-time online school that allows eligible high school students anywhere in Texas to receive a Katy ISD education without ever setting foot inside the district. The program is open ...
A Shepherd Park Terrace resident is calling for drivers to slow down and obey stop signs after he says he has witnessed years of dangerous driving in his neighborhood....
Across the county, in Texas, and here at home, fewer students are being enrolled in public schools, and experts expect the trend to continue.
Students at Jefferson Elementary are two days into the new school year, and Houston Independent School District’s New Education System — known as the NES model — is already in full swing. Superintendent Mike Miles and the school’s principal are working to ensure teachers make eve...
Kevin Tippit, the former Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy involved in the fatal shooting of Texas State University student John Mendoza Jr. in Lake Jackson, has been indicted on a charge of aggravated assault by a public servant, according to the Brazoria County District A...
A Texas lawmaker is pushing for children to start school later in the year because of the risks involving heat in August.
School officials said the day they expect to welcome students back may change depending on whether professionals determine that the campus is safe for students and staff....
Public health officials said some parents are confused about what vaccines are required to attend Texas schools amid efforts to change recommendations....
Tuesday marks the start of a new school year for Fort Bend ISD, and with it come several changes for the district.
A new Fort Bend ISD middle school is welcoming students for the first time Tuesday morning as Amy Coleman Middle School officially opens its doors. The district is hosting a grand opening event from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the new campus at 22200 S. Post Oak Blvd. ...
Where a family lives has traditionally determined where their children attend public school. But as Texas parents gain more education options, that model is changing. For the first time, Katy ISD is launching Limited Open Enrollment, allowing some high school students who live ou...
A new executive order from President Donald Trump reshapes federal childhood vaccine recommendations, but it does not change the vaccines currently required for students attending Texas schools, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services. The president signed the ...
Beloved photographer, educator, and community activist Georgia Provost has died. She served as president and CEO of Provost Studios, a nearly 80-year-old business that photographed generations of Houstonians and shot portraits for Black schools before integration....
A decade-old tradition continues to keep students safe on Houston’s north side. “Safe Walk Home Northside” returns this school year at Marshall Middle School, where volunteers, parents and community leaders patrol the area to ensure students make it home without incident. The pro...
Many students in the Houston area were back in the classroom on Monday for the first day of school, including those using the first Texas Education Freedom Account, also called TEFA, or voucher dollars....
Thousands of Houston-area families packed the parking lot outside Johnny Dang & Co. Sunday for an annual back-to-school block party aimed at making sure students have the supplies — and encouragement — they need before heading back to class....
Today: We discuss Rice University’s expanded financial aid program, talk with extreme weather and disaster scientist “Hurricane Hal,” break down new changes at Houston ISD for the 2026 – 27 school year, and more....
Global biopharmaceutical company Bristol Myers Squibb will establish a new pharmaceutical manufacturing campus near Houston, bringing nearly 500 jobs, the governor's office says....
Black Texas families weigh whether to send their children to schools with more academic resources — but potentially fewer of their values.
You may have heard of the "No Personal Communication Device" rule. Here's what Houston ISD parents need to know as students head back to class.
On Monday's show: We discuss the first day of school at HISD and other education developments, including how changes in special education at the district might affect parents and students....
All students in Spring Independent School District will receive free breakfast and lunch during the 2026-27 school year, the district announced. Spring ISD is part of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program....
Dozens of family members, friends and community members gathered Sunday night to remember Luz Mary Pelaez, a beloved teacher and nanny who was killed in a stabbing at her League City home Friday. Pelaez’s husband, Raul Uribe, was also stabbed and remains in recovery, according to...
As students prepare to head back to the classroom, families had a chance to save a little more money this weekend while shopping for supplies.
More than 160,000 students are expected to return to HISD classrooms as the new school year begins, but the district is starting the year with fewer students and less funding....
The backpacks are packed, the alarms are set and for thousands of Houston-area students, it’s time to head back to class! Submit a Click2Pin here! 📸 As students across the area return to school Monday, we want to see what the first day looks like in your neighborhood. Whether yo...
From first day photos to bus stop safety, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Patrick Quincy has warnings and reminders for parents as they prep their kids to head back to school....
Spring Independent School District announced that all students will be offered breakfast and lunch at no cost every school day during the 2026-2027 school year. The district said it will continue operating the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Pr...
Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas, wants parents to be equipped with the right tools heading into the new school year. From communication apps to bus registration, here’s what families need to know. Stay connected with ParentSquare, Connect...
Houston ISD is launching a new tool this school year to help parents stay connected with students who ride the bus. It’s called SMARTtag. HISD says all students who are registered to use any of the district’s transportation services will get a special SMARTtag badge. They will sc...
The campus' first day of school was postponed to address the “elevated mold levels” that were found around the campus during the summer.
Thalles De Souza is going from working at Wendy's to attending Yale University after his bosses at the restaurant chain saw his potential and helped fund his education....
Texans can save on back-to-school shopping as early as Friday, as the state's annual Sales Tax Holiday returns for the weekend.
A mother says her 9-year-old son was left alone on a school bus and was found wandering a bus yard after falling asleep on his way to summer school.
On Friday's show: As school begins for many students, a pediatrician offers advice for keeping kids healthy throughout the school year. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Summer break is winding down, and students across the Houston area will soon be heading back to the classroom. Several school districts begin classes during the second week of August, while others won’t welcome students back until later in the month. Here’s a look at when some of...
Texas shoppers can save money on back-to-school essentials this weekend as the state’s annual Sales Tax Holiday gets underway. The 2026 Texas Sales Tax Holiday has started and runs through midnight Sunday, allowing families to purchase qualifying school items without paying state...
Houston-area families struggling with food costs can find help through HISD, Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank. Here’s how to apply for school-meal benefits, locate a pantry and access other assistance...
With fewer students on SNAP, HISD announced this summer that they are forced to stop automatic free lunch at 33 campuses.
As kids head back to school, many families are focused on school supplies, new teachers, schedules, and getting back into a routine. But safety experts say one of the most important back-to-school conversations has nothing to do with homework. It is about making sure children kno...
I’ll be honest — I had no idea what I was getting into. Buying school supplies for a 4-year-old can’t be that hard, right?! Wrong! Kind of. This is my first year sending my son to Pre-K within Houston Independent School District, and when I received that school supply list, I did...
Level up back-to-school style with these 2026 backpack picks.
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause....
According to the school, the campus underwent testing after visible surface mold was spotted during the summer. The new start date has yet to be announced....
Westwood Elementary remains closed as Friendswood ISD addresses mold found around the campus over the summer.
As the cost of higher education continues to climb, many Texas families are asking the same question: How can we afford college? Rice University is hoping to ease some of that burden. Beginning with students entering in Fall 2027, the university will expand its Rice Investment fi...
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