Former instructors say Vivaldi Music Academy owes them thousands in unpaid wages

Former instructors at Houston’s Vivaldi Music Academy allege they are owed thousands in unpaid wages, with some filing legal claims as concerns about the school’s financial practices resurface.

Cy-Fair ISD approves pay raises, brings back student bus routes
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Cy-Fair ISD approved a $1.2 billion budget on Monday night, with a part of it bringing relief for parents whose kids have dealt with dangerous paths to school. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour explains.

Houston City College chancellor explains name change
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Houston Community College has been renamed to Houston City College. Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher explained the name change to FOX 26.

S.A.F.E Communities supports students through college
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Dr. Thelma Scott, CEO and founder of SAFE Communities, celebrates 25 years of the organization and shares more about the organization's mission to send high school students to college.

Scammers using AI to steal college financial aid: What we know

Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.

Scammers use A.I. to steal millions in financial aid
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Scammers are using artificial intelligence to pose as college students and steal millions of dollars of financial aid. FOX's Jodi Goldberg explains how these "students" are hijacking the system.

Spring 2025 STAAR results: reading scores surpass pre-pandemic levels

The TEA released the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) results for grades 3 through 8, which include tests in reading, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.

HISD Superintendent suggests possible school closures amid enrollment decline

Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles says school closures are being considered as the district continues to face declining enrollment and financial pressure.

Houston ISD school closures possible
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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.

Student loan delinquencies dropping credit scores: What to know

Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.

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
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Two years after the state takeover of Houston ISD, the appointed superintendent, Mike Miles, just received a hefty raise.

China’s rare earth minerals included in new trade deal, Trump says

Details are being released about the new trade and tariff deal reached between President Trump and China, which includes rare minerals and Chinese students attending American universities.

Texas releases 2025 STAAR end-of-course results, shows mixed progress

The Texas Education Agency released the 2025 STAAR EOC results, revealing a mixed picture of high school student performance across core subjects. While Algebra I and Biology scores improved, English I, English II, and U.S. History saw declines. Commissioner Mike Morath emphasized ongoing efforts to enhance academic achievement. A legislative proposal to modify the testing system did not progress, maintaining the current STAAR format.