Houston ISD reporting positive COVID-19 cases at eight campuses
The Houston Independent School District is reporting confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 at eight of their campuses.
Houston ISD experiences technical issues on first day of virtual classes
The Houston Independent School District says their website is back up and running after experiencing technical issues on the first day of virtual classes.
Houston churches helps bridge digital divide for some HISD students
Local churches are stepping in to make sure Houston kids have the equipment they need to take virtual classes.
Houston ISD opens Digital Learning Centers for students in need of technology
Houston ISD will begin the school year with virtual instruction, but the district is opening Digital Learning Centers for certain students who do not have the necessary technology at home.
HISD school bus drivers concerned about returning to work during pandemic
Although HISD has rolled out its Reopening Plan some workers still have questions and concerns. "How are we going to be shielded?" one bust driver said.
Houston ISD teachers asking for safety before returning to school
HISD says so far, 233 of their employees have contracted COVID-19. The school year is set to begin virtually on September 8 with in-person learning pushed back until at least mid-October.
HISD bus drivers fear going back to work
Houston Independent School District bus drivers are back at work for training, but many say they still feel scared getting on the bus because the school district is not doing enough to make the bus safe.
HISD launches virtual course to prepare parents for distance learning
Houston Independent School District is launching a virtual course just for parents.
Where and when to get Houston ISD's free food distribution
Houston Independent School District is continuing its food distribution efforts, operating out of 25 sites around the district to feed HISD students.
Houston ISD to begin school year Sept. 8 with six weeks of virtual instruction, 'grades will count'
Virtual instruction for all students will continue for six weeks through October 16.
HISD decides against year-round schooling
HISD says its current 2020-21 academic year calendar allows for a later start date which could be beneficial during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.
HISD Board approves $2B budget, pay increases for teachers and stipends for all employees
The Houston ISD Board of Trustees has passed $2 billion budget for the 2020-2021 school year.
HISD cancels 6 summer meal sites, Fresh Bus delivery Thursday due to COVID-19 case
According to Houston ISD, health authorities do not believe families participating in the curbside summer meals and Fresh Bus produce delivery programs were exposed.
Houston ISD to launch curbside summer meals program June 1
Families will be able to pick up boxed meals for children ages 1 to 18 twice a week at one of 68 designated schools across Houston ISD.
Houston ISD surprises Teachers of the Year
Houston ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year Rebecca Busse and Middle School Teacher of the Year Rebecca Hiatt received a surprise.
Mayor announces city-wide celebration for graduating seniors on June 5th
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced details about the June 5th graduation celebrations being planned around the city.
Hundreds served at HISD food drive at NRG Stadium
On Saturday, hundreds of cars waited in line outside NRG Stadium for Houston Independent School District’s Food Drive, donated by the Houston Food Bank. Many families in line have young children.
HISD to relaunch food distribution on April 6 with central packing hub
Starting on Monday, April 6, distribution will start back up with a streamlined process that will implement increased safety measures.
HISD cancels food distribution as COVID-19 precautions heighten
The cancellation will remain in effect as the district reevaluates its process for safely delivering this service to students and families.