Vermont State's Max the Cat gets honorary 'doctor of litter-ature' degree
Max lives in a house with his human family near campus, where he likes to hang out with students who pick him up for selfies. He even goes on tours with prospective students.
Graduation speaker gives each student $1,000 -- with a catch
A commencement speaker surprised graduates at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth this week by giving them each $1,000 cash in envelopes — but with a catch.
Houston weather: School closures, delays for Friday, May 17
The severe weather has caused some schools to announce closures and delays for Friday, May 17.
Houston ISD budget: Congresswoman calls for audit of pandemic-era federal funds
U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia is calling on the U.S. Department of Education to audit funding that the Houston Independent School District received from the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Student loan forgiveness: Key deadline for one-time adjustment extended
A student loan forgiveness-related deadline has been extended by the Biden administration related to loan consolidation. Here’s what to know.
Best places to live after college graduation, according to Stacker
With many college graduates still wondering what post-grad life looks like for them, Stacker has compiled a list of which cities are best suited for recent grads.
Texas School Funding Debate: Inquiry sought into Houston ISD Superintendent's charter school ties
Is the state planning to investigate claims of Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles funneling Texas taxpayer dollars to charter schools he founded out of state?
HISD superintendent investigation wanted by many
Is the state planning to investigate claims of Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles funneling Texas tax dollars to charter schools he founded in Colorado? FOX 26's Damali Keith has more on what Miles is saying about the incident.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles funneling money to Colorado charter schools accusations addressed
According Reporter Brett Shipp, Miles started three Third Future Schools in Colorado after leaving Dallas ISD in 2015, and then the charter network expanded to Texas with more schools starting in 2020.
Humble ISD places superintendent on leave, names acting replacement
Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Fagen has been put on administrative leave, effective May 14, 2024, following a 4-2 vote with one abstention.
HISD superintendent accused of funneling money
Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles is accused of funneling money from Texas charter schools to Colorado charter schools he started. He's the subject of an investigative report that looks into the charter's finances. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke with local leaders for their reactions.
Houston Schools in Turmoil: Parents protest principal ousting, more staff cuts feared
Houston parents and students protest after several principals are forced to resign, fearing more staff cuts are on the horizon.
Students, staff protest Houston ISD layoffs
FOX 26 Reporter Jade Flury has more on why the protests were held.
Middle schoolers get taste of stock market, investing through financial literacy class
A middle school teacher in Brooklyn, New York, is helping his students learn about the stock market and investing through a financial literacy class.
Best and worst cities to start a career revealed
According to the data by WalletHub, recent grads may not want to start their career in New York City.
Jerry Seinfeld’s commencement speech prompts Duke students to walk out
Multiple graduates walked out of the commencement ceremony because of the comedian’s stance on Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
Nearly all members of Houston Federation of Teachers vote 'no confidence' in HISD Superintendent Mike Miles
The majority of the Houston Federation of Teachers have voted to 'no confidence' in current Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles.
Highest-paying jobs right out of school revealed
A new analysis has revealed the highest-paying jobs right out of school, with several engineering roles making the list.
Houston ISD hiring fairs: 479 jobs offered for campus positions
Houston ISD offers 479 campus positions for the 2024-2025 school year to candidates who attended their recent hiring fairs for various roles.
Teacher Appreciation Week: 6 ways to show your thanks to the teachers in your life
National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10. Here are some Teacher Appreciation Week ideas for how to say thank you to educators.