Texas Democrats accuse comptroller of excluding Islamic schools from voucher program
Texas Democrats are claiming acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock is acting outside the scope of the Texas Education Freedom Accounts, or school voucher, law and excluding schools based on religious identity.
Texas Democrats are claiming acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock is acting outside the scope of the Texas Education Freedom Accounts, or school voucher, law and excluding schools based on religious identity.
University of Texas board approves new content rule for educators and students
The University of Texas System board passed a new rule for the system broadly defining the freedoms students and educators have to teach and learn undefined topics.
The University of Texas System board passed a new rule for the system broadly defining the freedoms students and educators have to teach and learn undefined topics.
North Texas pastor steps down after sex offender son arrested
Following the arrest of registered sex offender Caleb Crawford for registration violations, his father, Pastor Eric Crawford, has temporarily stepped down from leadership at Heritage Baptist Church and Heritage Christian Academy pending an internal review.
Following the arrest of registered sex offender Caleb Crawford for registration violations, his father, Pastor Eric Crawford, has temporarily stepped down from leadership at Heritage Baptist Church and Heritage Christian Academy pending an internal review.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Houston ISD parents seek clarity in school closure meetings, question if proposal is final
HISD held parent meetings after announcing 12 campuses that could close for 2026–2027. Parents say they still want clear information about closures and what happens next.
HISD held parent meetings after announcing 12 campuses that could close for 2026–2027. Parents say they still want clear information about closures and what happens next.
Fort Bend ISD parents speak out on proposed school closures, rezoning
Parents voice concerns about proposed Fort Bend ISD school closures and rezoning at a Sugar Land forum hosted by Rep. Suleman Lalani. Families cite lower enrollment and stagnant operating costs and plan to keep showing up ahead of an early March decision.
Parents voice concerns about proposed Fort Bend ISD school closures and rezoning at a Sugar Land forum hosted by Rep. Suleman Lalani. Families cite lower enrollment and stagnant operating costs and plan to keep showing up ahead of an early March decision.
Fort Bend ISD parents discuss possible school closures
Fort Bend ISD parents voiced their concerns about possible school closures at a town hall meeting.
Fort Bend ISD parents voiced their concerns about possible school closures at a town hall meeting.
C.E. King High School senior Making the Grade
FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how Dionne Sims is "Making the Grade" at C.E. King High School.
FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how Dionne Sims is "Making the Grade" at C.E. King High School.
Houston ISD considers closing 12 schools
The closures are part of the district's new "Accelerate Houston" initiative.
The closures are part of the district's new "Accelerate Houston" initiative.
Fort Bend ISD consolidation discussion draws packed meeting, parents and students raise safety concerns
Fort Bend ISD leaders faced public pushback during a packed board meeting as families raised concerns about school consolidation, safety, and transparency. District leaders also cited survey participation numbers and said final decisions won’t be made until March.
Fort Bend ISD leaders faced public pushback during a packed board meeting as families raised concerns about school consolidation, safety, and transparency. District leaders also cited survey participation numbers and said final decisions won’t be made until March.
These states rank as the best places for education in 2026, data suggests
New data is revealing the most and least educated states in America. See where your state ranks.
New data is revealing the most and least educated states in America. See where your state ranks.
Pasadena high school student Isabella Byron is Making the Grade
Dobie High School student Isabella is not only Making the Grade with her high school and associate degrees. She's almost making goals as a soccer player!
Dobie High School student Isabella is not only Making the Grade with her high school and associate degrees. She's almost making goals as a soccer player!
Pentagon to end all military education programs at Harvard
The Pentagon announced Friday that it will sever ties with Harvard University, ending all military training, fellowship, and certificate programs.
The Pentagon announced Friday that it will sever ties with Harvard University, ending all military training, fellowship, and certificate programs.
Student walkouts continue in Houston area amid TEA, Abbott warnings
Houston-area students have been holding protests against federal immigration operations.
Houston-area students have been holding protests against federal immigration operations.
Houston-area schools, districts earn spots on 2025 Texas Honor Roll
The 2025 Texas Honor Roll recognizes the top 15% of the state's schools and districts for high academic achievement and success in closing gaps for economically disadvantaged students.
The 2025 Texas Honor Roll recognizes the top 15% of the state's schools and districts for high academic achievement and success in closing gaps for economically disadvantaged students.
Professor fired after Texas A&M gender lesson controversy sues school
The former instructor claims the school violated her constitutional rights and illegally broke their contract with her when she was terminated last year.
The former instructor claims the school violated her constitutional rights and illegally broke their contract with her when she was terminated last year.
NASA seeking summer college interns - how to apply for an out-of-this-world work experience
Every day, NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through discovery. College students looking for a chance to make a difference can apply for the NASA summer 2026 college intern session.
Every day, NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through discovery. College students looking for a chance to make a difference can apply for the NASA summer 2026 college intern session.
Former HISD employee accused of sexually assaulting student at Gregory-Lincoln Education Center
Former HISD employee Edward Marquise Bell is charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child under 14. Court documents say the alleged abuse happened at Gregory-Lincoln Education Center.
Former HISD employee Edward Marquise Bell is charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child under 14. Court documents say the alleged abuse happened at Gregory-Lincoln Education Center.
Texas student walkouts: TEA warns teachers, districts of consequences to demonstrations
The Texas Education Agency is warning teachers and school districts about the consequences of actions related to political activism.
The Texas Education Agency is warning teachers and school districts about the consequences of actions related to political activism.
TEA appoints new enforcer to lead investigations into 'flawed' teachers
The purpose of the new role is to act as an enforcer of policies to foster safe learning environments, following widespread investigations into Texas educators the agency calls “flawed.”
The purpose of the new role is to act as an enforcer of policies to foster safe learning environments, following widespread investigations into Texas educators the agency calls “flawed.”