New partnership involving Houston ISD hopes to curb learning loss in the classroom due to COVID-19
The learning loss caused by COVID-19 is something the Houston Independent School District is tackling through a unique partnership. It will allow college students into your child’s elementary classroom.
Houston ISD hiring 500 current, former students as tutors
We go in-depth with Houston ISD about the push to hire hundreds of current and former students as tutors. FOX 26’s Rashi Vats speaks with a school administrator about why extra help is needed in the classroom.
At least 500 current, former Houston ISD students to be hired as tutors
Houston ISD working to hire hundreds of current and former students as tutors to address the learning loss elementary students faced because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
HISD parents discuss kids returning to school, amidst Omicron surge
As kids return to school this week, health experts are closely monitoring the latest Omicron surge.
Former HISD COO, district vendor indicted in multimillion-dollar kickback scheme
The former Houston ISD COO has been indicted in a multimillion-dollar public corruption scheme that names five other HISD officials, including former board president Rhonda Skillern-Jones.
Former HISD COO, district vendor indicted in multimillion-dollar kickback scheme
The former Houston ISD COO has been indicted in a multimillion-dollar public corruption scheme that names five other HISD officials, including former board president Rhonda Skillern-Jones.
Houston ISD considering an update on mask mandate amid COVID-19 Omicron variant
Leaders in Houston ISD were considering updating the district’s mask mandate after the holidays, but this was before a federal appellate court temporarily restored Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order prohibiting mask mandates in schools.
Houston ISD to lift mask mandate amid COVID-19 Omicron variant
Leaders in Houston ISD were considering updating the district’s mask mandate after the holidays. But with the new variant, that decision is now under review. FOX 26’s Natalie Hee has more.
HISD reassigns employees after Madison High School students walk out over alleged sexual misconduct
A walkout was organized Thursday morning at Madison High School amid allegations of inappropriate conduct.
HISD reassigned employees at Madison HS amid inappropriate conduct investigations
A walkout was organized Thursday morning at Madison High School amid allegations of inappropriate conduct. FOX 26’s Natalie Hee shows how the district is responding to their concerns.
Houston ISD's Austin HS on precautionary lockdown due to 'suspicious activity'
Houston ISD’s Austin High School is on lockdown as a precaution while police investigate suspicious activity, school officials say.
COVID-19 testing at Houston, Aldine school district campuses
Parents at participating HISD and AISD schools will receive a consent form that must be signed for their child to participate in the free, on-campus COVID-19 testing program.
Houston teen whose brutal attack at school was caught on video speaks out
The teen says he suffered head and leg injuries and his family wants to know why so many of their questions about what happened remain unanswered by the district.
Houston teen student speaks out after seen on video attacked at school's cafeteria
Juan Martinez Jr. says he suffered head and leg injuries and his family wants to know why so many of their questions about what happened remain unanswered by the district.
Houston ISD students struggle to manage stress, Rice research shows
Experts say stress levels could have negative long-term impact on children, affecting their academic achievement, employment, health and overall well-being.
Houston ISD police investigating attempted abduction near Herod Elementary School
The Houston Independent School District Police Department is investigating following an attempted abduction near Herod Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon.
HISD will have Wraparound Specialist in every school for the first time. What is it and how will it help?
As the pandemic hits many people in different ways HISD is adding what's called a Wraparound Specialist to every campus for the first time ever to help students and family in every way possible.
Houston Independent School District one of many to begin classes Monday with a mask mandate
HISD, the largest school district in Texas, will require all students and staff members to wear face coverings at classes Monday. In addition, masks will be required at Channelview ISD, North Forest ISD, and Galveston ISD.
Houston ISD hosts phone bank as their virtual learning option application process starts
Thousands may be on edge as Houston ISD, the largest school district in Texas, start school Monday. Covid-19 is changing many procedures as students head back to the classroom. On Friday, the district hosted a phone bank to answer concerns.
Houston ISD to launch virtual academy for most vulnerable students, superintendent says
The Houston Independent School District has announced they will be launching a virtual academy for their most vulnerable students, according to Superintendent Millard House II.