Texas education commissioner discusses changes to STAAR test, ways to prep new teachers
TEA Commissioner Mike Morath answered questions from lawmakers to address a series of issues, including teacher shortages, the STAAR test and the impact that school vouchers could have on education in the state.
TEA Commissioner Mike Morath answered questions from lawmakers to address a series of issues, including teacher shortages, the STAAR test and the impact that school vouchers could have on education in the state.
Supreme Court hears arguments about Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
The Biden administration says 26 million people have applied and 16 million have been approved to have up to $20,000 in federal student loans forgiven.
The Biden administration says 26 million people have applied and 16 million have been approved to have up to $20,000 in federal student loans forgiven.
Houston Rodeo: Checking out the Livestock Show?s Birthing Center
There?s more to the Houston Rodeo than the competitions, good food, and concerts. There are also educational opportunities. Our Nate Griffin explains.
There?s more to the Houston Rodeo than the competitions, good food, and concerts. There are also educational opportunities. Our Nate Griffin explains.
Crosby ISD School Board votes to move to 4-day school weeks
The Crosby Independent School District School Board has voted to move to 4-day school weeks.
The Crosby Independent School District School Board has voted to move to 4-day school weeks.
Study: Reading at least 1 book a day to your child could improve language development
Reading just one book a day can help your child with language development.
Reading just one book a day can help your child with language development.
American teens' mental health crisis: What's driving this?
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.
Should Texas teachers be paid more? State Task Force says yes
After a year-long review, members say teachers need raises and better working conditions to fix the ongoing shortages. FOX 26?s Shelby Rose has the full story.
After a year-long review, members say teachers need raises and better working conditions to fix the ongoing shortages. FOX 26?s Shelby Rose has the full story.
Student loan forgiveness plan to go before Supreme Court: The arguments explained
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments over Biden’s student debt relief plan, which impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments over Biden’s student debt relief plan, which impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.
Texas: The Issue Is: Governor Greg Abbott responds to criticism of school voucher program
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says Texas public schools will not lose funding if education savings accounts are established in the state. He answered questions about how he thinks the plan should work and why he thinks it is the best direction for the state.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says Texas public schools will not lose funding if education savings accounts are established in the state. He answered questions about how he thinks the plan should work and why he thinks it is the best direction for the state.
White student sues Howard University for $2 million over racial discrimination
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."
Wolfies Swim School to open second location in Spring Branch
A premier swim school in the Houston area offering a variety of small group, private, Baby & Me, and Stroke classes as well as at-home lessons for residents, will be opening up a second location just in time for Summer!
A premier swim school in the Houston area offering a variety of small group, private, Baby & Me, and Stroke classes as well as at-home lessons for residents, will be opening up a second location just in time for Summer!
University Texas System puts pause on new diversity policies
The University of Texas System is putting a pause on new diversity policies at all thirteen of its campuses. The policies and bill are in line with Governor Greg Abbott's memo to state agencies telling them to stop considering diversity when hiring. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards reports more on the pause and responses from state leaders.
The University of Texas System is putting a pause on new diversity policies at all thirteen of its campuses. The policies and bill are in line with Governor Greg Abbott's memo to state agencies telling them to stop considering diversity when hiring. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards reports more on the pause and responses from state leaders.
Bogus nursing school issued 8,000 fake degrees, feds say
According to court documents, the schools issued nearly 8,000 fake nursing degrees to customers who paid around $17,000. Some people who say they took classes are losing their degrees.
According to court documents, the schools issued nearly 8,000 fake nursing degrees to customers who paid around $17,000. Some people who say they took classes are losing their degrees.
Northbrook High School senior is Making the Grade
A Northbrook High School senior is a powerhouse on the tennis team and in her academics, ranking Top 3 in her class.
A Northbrook High School senior is a powerhouse on the tennis team and in her academics, ranking Top 3 in her class.
Corporate scholarship aims to train next generation of skilled trades workers at Lone Star College
While unemployment remains at a 50-year low, more than half of employers who need skilled workers can't find enough. They can cross their fingers and hope it gets better, or help train the people they need.
While unemployment remains at a 50-year low, more than half of employers who need skilled workers can't find enough. They can cross their fingers and hope it gets better, or help train the people they need.
Corporate scholarship aims to train next generation of skilled trades workers at Lone Star College
If you've heard about the growing shortage of 'skilled trade' workers, Lone Star College is among those trying to bridge the gap with a scholarship program funded by a company that depends on that expertise.
If you've heard about the growing shortage of 'skilled trade' workers, Lone Star College is among those trying to bridge the gap with a scholarship program funded by a company that depends on that expertise.
200 Harris County veterans, young adults can get free training for tech jobs
Harris County Commissioners approved funding for a program called NPower for two years. It provides free IT and tech training for veterans and young adults from underserved communities.
Harris County Commissioners approved funding for a program called NPower for two years. It provides free IT and tech training for veterans and young adults from underserved communities.
Dr. Michael L. McFrazier to serve as acting president at Prairie View A&M University
Dr. Michael L. McFrazier will serve as acting president at Prairie View A&M University following the early departure of Dr. Ruth Simmons.
Dr. Michael L. McFrazier will serve as acting president at Prairie View A&M University following the early departure of Dr. Ruth Simmons.
FOX 26 Meteorologist Lena Maria visits Bonner Elementary's 5th grade class
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
FOX 26 Meteorologist Lena Maria visits Bonner Elementary's 5th grade class
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.