Houston ISD school closures possible
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles recently sat down with FOX 26. He mentioned the possibility of some schools closing. This comes as the district continues to go through drastic changes.
Houston ISD Superintendent's 5-year contract released following Board of Managers approval on Thursday
We're learning more information regarding a 5-year contract that was approved for Superintendent Mike Miles by the Houston Independent School District Board of Managers on Thursday night.
Houston ISD Superintendent's new salary
Two years after the state takeover of Houston ISD, the appointed superintendent, Mike Miles, just received a hefty raise.
Houston ISD Board of Managers approve 5-year contract for Superintendent Mike Miles
The Houston Independent School District Board of Managers have approved a five-year contract for current Superintendent Mike Miles.
TEA extends Houston ISD takeover until June 2027, agency states
The Texas Education Agency will continue their intervention at Houston Independent School District for another two years until June 2027.
Union leader says dozens of Houston ISD custodial, maintenance jobs at risk
Union leader Hector Mireles reports that 60–70 custodial and maintenance positions in Houston ISD, including supervisory roles, could be eliminated as part of a district-wide restructuring effort.
Houston ISD reportedly preparing for support staff layoffs
Houston ISD is reportedly preparing for another round of layoffs. Support staff this time may be affected. A memo was sent out Tuesday to staff asking them to attend a conference to discuss a reduction in force.
Heights High School dismissing early due to HVAC issues
Students at Houston Heights High School have been relocated to cooler areas on campus due to issues with the air conditioning system. School officials say they have made the decision to dismiss early.
Former Houston ISD executive, contractor found guilty in multimillion-dollar scheme
HISD's former Chief Operations Officer and a former contractor were found guilty of 33 counts related to bribery, fraud, and witness tampering.
Former Houston ISD executive, district vendor found guilty in multimillion-dollar corruption scheme
A former Houston ISD executive and a former district vendor have been found guilty of over 30 charges related to a nearly decade-long scheme that took millions of dollars from the district.
Houston ISD expanding 'Sunrise Centers': What are they?
Houston ISD is ending its wraparound services department and streamlining under a new model to expand the number of Sunrise Centers in the area. What are they?
HISD expanding to Sunrise Centers
Houston ISD is ending its wraparound services department and streamlining under a new model. FOX 26's Shelby Rose explains more about what this means for educators and students.
Houston ISD shutting down its wrap-around services department
Houston ISD is shutting down its wraparound services department and removing wraparound specialists from their campuses.
HISD eliminates wraparound services department, shifts to integrated support model
The district says services aren’t being cut, but streamlined under a centralized model, with plans to expand Sunrise Centers to eight locations. Critics argue the move could leave vulnerable students underserved.
Houston crash: Houston ISD school bus rear ended by unlicensed driver on Southwest Freeway
An investigation is underway following a crash involving a Houston Independent School District bus on Tuesday.
CAIR-Houston claims Afghan girls violently attacked at HISD middle school, demand action
Muslim advocacy group CAIR-Houston is asking Houston ISD to take action after three Afghan students were allegedly attacked on campus at Paul Revere Middle School.
HISD introduces new pay for performance model for teachers
Houston Independent School District has introduced a new Pay For Performance compensation plan directed at teachers for the next school year.
Project Prom: Houston nonprofits help unhoused students with prom outfits
This Woman's Work and Mocha Man Style held a drive to collect dresses, suits, and accessories for unhoused Houston ISD who want to go to prom. FOX 26's Jade Flury attended the event and spoke to the organizers.
National Signing Day for Houston-area athletes
Some student athletes at Houston ISD are celebrating on National Signing Day! FOX 26's Nate Griffin spoke to student athletes about where they're planning on going to college and their sports.
Houston ISD parents plan sickout on Wednesday to protest school takeover
A group of Houston Independent School District parents and students are planning a sick out to protest the Texas Education Agency's takeover of HISD.