Texas parents demand more accountability, training in Special Ed
Disability Rights-Texas released statewide research which reveals a widespread failure by many school districts to train those interacting with special needs students in the proper use of restraints and a refusal by many ISD’s to report physical restraints as required by federal law.
Disability Rights-Texas released statewide research which reveals a widespread failure by many school districts to train those interacting with special needs students in the proper use of restraints and a refusal by many ISD’s to report physical restraints as required by federal law.
Houston ISD says 42% of students failed at least one class during first grading period
42% of Houston ISD students failed one or more classes in the first grading period, which included six weeks of 100-percent virtual education.
42% of Houston ISD students failed one or more classes in the first grading period, which included six weeks of 100-percent virtual education.
Houston teacher raps to motivate, encourage students during pandemic
Landis Elementary math and science teacher Miss Spurlock is rocking the mic for her students so they can be motivated to learn during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Landis Elementary math and science teacher Miss Spurlock is rocking the mic for her students so they can be motivated to learn during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Children At Risk releases list of top Houston-area schools
Children At Risk made their selections based on 3-year averages.
Children At Risk made their selections based on 3-year averages.
Houston ISD elementary school to go virtual due to COVID-19 cases
HISD officials say R. Martinez Elementary School is transitioning to virtual learning on November 17 and November 18 as a precautionary measure after COVID-19 cases were reported on campus.
HISD officials say R. Martinez Elementary School is transitioning to virtual learning on November 17 and November 18 as a precautionary measure after COVID-19 cases were reported on campus.
Houston ISD Board of Trustees rejects naming Dr. Grenita Lathan as lone finalist for superintendent
The Houston ISD Board of Trustees has rejected naming Dr. Grenita Lathan as the lone finalist for the superintendent position.
The Houston ISD Board of Trustees has rejected naming Dr. Grenita Lathan as the lone finalist for the superintendent position.
Will Dr. Lathan be HISD’s permanent superintendent? Board expected to vote Thursday
The Houston ISD board is expected to vote on Thursday on whether Dr. Granita Lathan will be the permanent superintendent.
The Houston ISD board is expected to vote on Thursday on whether Dr. Granita Lathan will be the permanent superintendent.
HISD teachers call in sick to avoid in-person classes
The teachers who called out believe in-school instruction right now is unsafe for them and students.
The teachers who called out believe in-school instruction right now is unsafe for them and students.
16 Houston ISD campuses close due to COVID-19 cases
Houston ISD says a total of 16 Houston ISD schools were temporarily closed and transitioned to virtual instruction due to reported or presumed COVID-19 cases on their campuses.
Houston ISD says a total of 16 Houston ISD schools were temporarily closed and transitioned to virtual instruction due to reported or presumed COVID-19 cases on their campuses.
Former HISD teacher accused of sexually assaulting students
Former HISD teacher Wilbert Sequeiros, 54, has been accused of sexually assaulting several students at Northline Elementary.
Former HISD teacher Wilbert Sequeiros, 54, has been accused of sexually assaulting several students at Northline Elementary.
Houston ISD reveals 23 COVID-19 cases on new dashboard
Houston ISD launched a new COVID-19 case dashboard ahead of in=person instruction on Oct. 19, it reveals 23 cases on district campuses.
Houston ISD launched a new COVID-19 case dashboard ahead of in=person instruction on Oct. 19, it reveals 23 cases on district campuses.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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. ?
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.
Houston Independent School District is launching a virtual course just for parents.