Houston ISD state takeover: Employees at nearly 30 schools have to reapply for their jobs

Houston ISD employees met with the new superintendent Mike Miles to learn if they will keep their jobs. Several teachers say they don't have a job as of right now, but Miles says that isn't entirely true.

Houston ISD employees may have to reapply for their jobs
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Some Houston ISD teachers met with the new superintendent on Friday to learn if they have to reapply to keep their jobs. FOX 26's Damali Keith went to HISD headquarters to get more information.

Get to know HISD's new Superintendent and what he says he'll do for the district

the state of Texas is beginning its takeover of the Houston Independent School District and has now named its 9-member board of managers and new Superintendent Mike Miles.

TEA takeover of Houston ISD: New Superintendent Mike Miles, board of managers announced

Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath has named Mike Miles the new superintendent of Houston ISD as the state's takeover of the district begins. The TEA also announced the new Board of Managers.

TEA takeover of Houston ISD: Reaction to appointment of superintendent, board of managers

The Texas Education Agency on Thursday announced the appointment of a new superintendent and Board of Managers for the Houston Independent School District as the TEA takeover of the district begins.

TEA answers questions about the state takeover of Houston ISD

As the state assumes control of Houston ISD, many questions loom over the future of the district. A member of the Texas Education Agency arrived in Houston to shed light on some of these pressing concerns.

Houston ISD takeover: Who will lead the largest school district in Texas?
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What exactly will happen when the state takes over Houston Independent School District, the largest district in Texas? A member of the Texas Education Agency is in Houston answering. FOX 26's Damali Keith has more on the story.

Houston ISD teachers sounding off after closed meeting with Texas Education Agency Commissioner

Teachers in Houston are grappling with the ongoing TEA takeover, which has raised concerns about the future of their classrooms and job security. A recent meeting between teachers and TEA commissioner Mike Morath at Del Mar Stadium left educators feeling disheartened and frustrated.

HISD student dressed up for prom thanks to employee who paid his way

Darien Pruitt, a 17-year-old high school senior from Madison High School in HISD was given the opportunity to attend his prom in a new suit, thanks to the kindness and generosity of HISD administrator Kevin Robinson.

HISD students at Westbury HS hope to save band directors job
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One particular school community is hoping they can save their band director's job before this all happens. Westbury High School parents asked the Board to help longtime director Reginald Washington to keep his position after hearing he would be replaced. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle reports more on the students' efforts.

HISD Board meets for last time before TEA takeover, Westbury High fights for band director's job

Parents tell FOX 26 they hope the longtime band director, Reginald Washington, will have a chance to get his job back before the state takes over on June 1. The reason for his removal has not been announced.

Aldine, Houston ISD leading the way for nutritious meals for students: report

"School food programs play a crucial role in reducing hunger and improving the health of children in Texas – and these programs are also linked to better academic performance," Children at Risk said in a press statement.

HISD bus drivers who say they don't feel safe speak out in support of a driver who was arrested

Some Houston ISD school bus drivers are supporting a bus driver who was arrested for allegedly punching and kicking a 13-year-old student, claiming that the driver was actually being bullied and attacked by the students on his bus route from Pershing Middle School.

Bellaire High School baseball coach returns after being removed last year

A Bellaire High School baseball coach, who was removed for alleged racism against another team, has returned after being reinstated on Wednesday night.