Schools forced to limit lunch options amid nationwide supply chain crisis
School meal programs are facing food shortages and supply delays that may cause officials to limit the breakfast and lunch options for students.
Study suggests community colleges expand programs that lead to higher income
A new study suggests community colleges should expand certain programs to help more students get higher paying jobs.
Is community college a good investment for students’ future?
FOX 26’s Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan looks at a new study looking at how community college can help students more and what local schools are doing to increase their earning potential.
Biden touts spending, infrastructure packages to revive US
President Joe Biden returned to his birthplace Wednesday for the first time since taking office, declaring his multitrillion-dollar safety net and infrastructure packages would restore an America starving for investments in its workers, families and the environment.
ACLU, educators file lawsuit over Oklahoma’s ban on critical race theory
The law, HB 1775, also prevents colleges and universities from requiring students to undergo gender or sexual diversity training.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill can keep affirmative action, judge rules
U.S. District Judge Loretta Biggs ruled late Monday that the University of North Carolina has shown that it has a compelling reason to pursue a diverse student body and has demonstrated that measurable benefits come from that goal.
‘Heroes we needed’: Jill Biden congratulates 2020, 2021 Teachers of the Year at White House
Dr. Jill Biden hosted the 2020 and 2021 State and National Teachers of the Year at the White House on Monday in a months-long delayed event to celebrate their talents and commitment to education.
High school counselor creates business to support students planning to go to college
Local counselor helps high school students prepare for the transition to college during the pandemic.
Preparing students for college during pandemic
Local counselor helps high school students prepare for the transition to college during the pandemic.
Texas lawmakers wage emotional debate over transgender athletic participation
FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan explains the debate going on in Austin.
Education Matters- Learning loss continues to cause concern
We're highlighting what could be historic learning losses suffered by students during the pandemic. Denise Middleton has more on the problems and the potential solutions.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program being overhauled after 99% rejection rate
Military members, teachers, and social workers may finally get the federal student loan forgiveness they were promised.
Department of Education overhauling public service loan forgiveness
Military members, teachers, and social workers may finally get the student loan forgiveness they were promised. After 99% of applicants were rejected, the system is being overhauled. FOX 26’s Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has more.
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.
Parent to Parent: How to combat parental burnout
Three words all parents have said before: ‘I am tired’ and seem to be past their breaking points during the pandemic. FOX 26’s Rashi Vats shows us how to get through it.
Student loan forgiveness: 550K borrowers to benefit from program overhaul
A change to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program will immediately make 22,000 borrowers eligible to get loans canceled, U.S. officials said.
Critical race theory: Katy ISD parents at odds over author's visit
Parents of Katy ISD students are at odds over critical race theory. Hundreds signed a petition to cancel an author's appearance, while hundreds of others say they want him to come back.
Conroe ISD principal apologizes after racially insensitive comments made toward students
A Conroe ISD principal is apologizing after students claim he made racially insensitive comments towards them during a school spirit event.
Bond set at more than $5 million for former student accused of shooting principal at YES Prep
During a court trial hearing, officials say, Dexter Kelsey, 25, went into the school intending to shoot a staff member due to a grudge stemming from 2015.
'Slap a teacher' challenge could result in unexpected consequences
Educators are warning students that an October TikTok challenge can result in unexpected consequences.