These states now require cursive to be taught in schools
Cursive instruction waned after Common Core Standards were adopted by most states in 2010, but in recent years, cursive requirements have increased.
Cursive instruction waned after Common Core Standards were adopted by most states in 2010, but in recent years, cursive requirements have increased.
Tennessee teens could lose driver's licenses as punishment for bullying
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Trump admin withholds $6 billion for after-school, summer programs
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
One-on-one with Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles talks about work that is happening during the summer, STAAR scores and his own background.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles talks about work that is happening during the summer, STAAR scores and his own background.
Vivaldi Music Academy in Houston faces allegations after staff say they go unpaid for months
Vivaldi Music Academy faces allegations after staff report unpaid wages dating back to March.
Vivaldi Music Academy faces allegations after staff report unpaid wages dating back to March.
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.
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.
Report: Federal judge drops final claim in Barbers Hill ISD lawsuit regarding former student's hair
According to the Baytown Sun, the judge ruled out the last claim of sex discrimination in a lawsuit filed against Barbers Hill ISD over its hair-length policy.
According to the Baytown Sun, the judge ruled out the last claim of sex discrimination in a lawsuit filed against Barbers Hill ISD over its hair-length policy.
Cy-Fair ISD approves $1.2 billon budget with pay raises, returning bus routes for students
Cy-Fair ISD's newly approved budget brings back bus transportation for all students within CyFair ISD, leaving many parents feeling relieved.
Cy-Fair ISD's newly approved budget brings back bus transportation for all students within CyFair ISD, leaving many parents feeling relieved.
Cy-Fair ISD approves pay raises, brings back student bus routes
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.
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
Houston Community College has been renamed to Houston City College. Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher explained the name change to FOX 26.
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
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.
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.
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.
Former state senator Kelly Hancock appointed Chief Clerk, will be acting comptroller starting July 1
Former state senator Kelly Hancock is now Chief Clerk of the Texas Comptroller's office, and in less than two weeks, will be acting comptroller following Glenn Hegar's exit.
Former state senator Kelly Hancock is now Chief Clerk of the Texas Comptroller's office, and in less than two weeks, will be acting comptroller following Glenn Hegar's exit.
General Mills to remove artificial dyes from products after Texas AG investigation
General Mills says “certified colors" will be removed from all U.S. cereals and K-12 school foods by summer of 2026.
General Mills says “certified colors" will be removed from all U.S. cereals and K-12 school foods by summer of 2026.
Scammers use A.I. to steal millions in financial aid
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.
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.
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 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
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 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.
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.
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.