1 detained after incident involving gun at KIPP Mosaic Academy in southwest Houston, HPD says
KIPP confirmed that no students or staff were harmed during an incident involving a parent and an unaffiliated individual in southwest Houston.
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Houston ISD superintendent responds to teacher's viral video: 'That is why we're here'
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
La Porte ISD faces public education challenges head on as they welcome student back to school
We often talk about big school districts like HISD, Katy, Fort Bend and Cy-Fair, but ABC13 reporter Lileana Pearson is showing how smaller districts tackle challenges head-on....
HISD achievement gaps are shrinking as STAAR scores rise
Houston ISD’s latest STAAR results show students making academic gains across much of the district, but a closer look at the numbers reveals another significant trend: some of the longstanding achievement gaps between Black, Hispanic and White students are narrowing substantially...
Former Magnolia ISD teacher faces new charges for inappropriate sexual contact with students
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is now facing two new felony charges for having inappropriate sexual contact with elementary school students....
HISD teacher says he ‘broke down’ after seniors struggled to read and write on second day of classes
An HISD teacher said he “literally broke down” in his classroom on the second day of the school year after, according to his account posted on social media, several senior students struggled to complete a short writing exercise. Darius Williams, who is listed in the Wheatley High...
Former Magnolia ISD teacher indicted on 2 new charges
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is facing new charges, according to court documents.
HISD superintendent Miles pushes NES model despite controversy surrounding program
Students at Jefferson Elementary are two days into the new school year, and Houston Independent School District’s New Education System — known as the NES model — is already in full swing. Superintendent Mike Miles and the school’s principal are working to ensure teachers make eve...
More Charges for Magnolia Teacher Accused of Molesting Students
More Charges for Magnolia Teacher Accused of Molesting Students Texas Scorecard
Houston Methodist shares heat-safety playbook for student athletes
Amid the extreme Texas heat, a Houston Methodist physician said awareness of heat safety tips including hydration and early intervention are essential to protect high school football players from heat-related illness. Dr. Leonardo Taarea, a sports medicine physician with Houston ...
What to know about HISD's cell phone policy as students return to class
You may have heard of the "No Personal Communication Device" rule. Here's what Houston ISD parents need to know as students head back to class.
Enrollment decline, lunch cuts, bus routes: Houston ISD begins school year with new changes
More than 160,000 students are expected to return to HISD classrooms as the new school year begins, but the district is starting the year with fewer students and less funding....
HISD parent guide: Tools, safety tips, resources for new school year
Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas, wants parents to be equipped with the right tools heading into the new school year. From communication apps to bus registration, here’s what families need to know. Stay connected with ParentSquare, Connect...
Houston ISD launches SMARTtag to boost bus safety
Houston ISD is launching a new tool this school year to help parents stay connected with students who ride the bus. It’s called SMARTtag. HISD says all students who are registered to use any of the district’s transportation services will get a special SMARTtag badge. They will sc...
Need help with food costs? Back-to-school resources for Houston-area families
Houston-area families struggling with food costs can find help through HISD, Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank. Here’s how to apply for school-meal benefits, locate a pantry and access other assistance...
New eligibility requirements force district to cancel free lunches at 33 schools, HISD says
With fewer students on SNAP, HISD announced this summer that they are forced to stop automatic free lunch at 33 campuses.
The Woodlands Children’s Museum to feature new classes and educational experiences this Fall
The Woodlands Children’s Museum is now enrolling children for its 2026 Fall Workshop series, featuring exciting new classes and engaging educational experiences designed to inspire young learners ages 2–9. New this year, the museum is partnering with On Pointe Academy, a local ba...
Harris County officials warn families as e-bike, e-scooter injuries surge
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause....
Registration Opens for The Woodlands Children’s Museum’s 2026 Fall Workshops
THE WOODLANDS, TX – The Woodlands Children’s Museum is now enrolling children for its 2026 Fall Workshop series, featuring exciting new classes and engaging educational experiences designed to inspire young learners ages 2–9. New this year, the museum is partnering with On Pointe...
City Place introduces inaugural ‘School of Fly’ Outdoor Experience featuring ORVIS
Continuing its commitment to outdoor recreation and nature-based programming, North Houston’s City Place will debut the inaugural City Place School of Fly, featuring ORVIS, on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The complimentary event invites guests to discover the fundamentals of fly...
Texas releases first Education Freedom Account participation data; Houston-area districts among top recipients
Texas Education Freedom Accounts, Texas school vouchers, Education Freedom Account participation, Houston ISD vouchers, Fort Bend ISD, school choice Texas, Texas Private Schools Association, Texas AFT, Houston education news, Texas public schools...
New lawsuit uses Texas religious-freedom law to challenge Ten Commandments mandate
Three Houston-area mothers are suing the State of Texas and three local school districts in an effort to remove Ten Commandments posters from public-school classrooms. The lawsuit was filed July 30 in Harris County District Court by Emily Roth, Audrey Rosa Nath and Sanjam Kaur So...
33 Houston ISD schools ending automatic free lunch program: What parents need to know
As families prepare for a new school year, some Houston ISD parents will notice an important change when it comes to school meals. This school year, 33 Houston ISD campuses will no longer participate in the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) , a program that allows qua...
Why getting your birth certificates ahead of the school year is so important
As families across the Houston area prepare for the first day of school, Saturday became another stop on the back-to-school checklist. Instead of shopping for backpacks or notebooks, hundreds of parents visited Harris County Clerk annexes to pick up one document many schools requ...
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How to apply for free or reduced cost meals at Houston ISD schools
The new school year is rapidly approaching and with its arrival, so is the reality of lunches for children. Some families may qualify for free or reduced cost meals for their children at Houston ISD schools, but there is a process to determine and apply for it. Application Famili...
New HISD athletics rules start Aug. 1: Here's what you can and can't bring to games
Fans heading to Houston ISD athletic events this school year will need to plan ahead. Starting Aug. 1, HISD is rolling out new security and entry rules for UIL sporting events at district athletic facilities, including a new clear bag policy, student ID requirements and adult sup...
HISD families should prepare for these back-to-school changes
HISD families should verify campus assignments, transportation information and school meal eligibility before the new school year. Here's what parents need to know about Bluebonnet Learning and other changes....
‘Why here?’: Hockley residents push back against proposed fuel storage terminal near neighborhoods, school
A proposed fuel storage terminal in northwest Harris County is drawing growing opposition from residents who say they’re worried about potential impacts on their health, quality of life and property values. The project, proposed by Magellan Pipeline Company, L.P., now part of ONE...
Conroe ISD announces policy for providing Free and Reduced-Price meals
Conroe ISD announced its policy today for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the attached current income eligibility guidelines. Each school or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request. Starting on Augus...
Harris County Clerk to hold Saturday birth certificate event to help families get ready for school
With the first day of school around the corner, the Harris County Clerk’s Office is opening its doors on a weekend to help parents and guardians check a key item off their back-to-school list: securing a certified birth certificate for student registration. The office will host i...
HISD counselor highlights impact of HFB school supply program
A box of crayons and a stack of paper. Sometimes it's the simplest supplies that make the biggest impact, and the Houston Food Bank's school supply program is helping deliver essential supplies to those who need them most....
HISD teacher charged with improper relationship with a student
A high school teacher is facing charges tonight that he had an sexual relationship with an 18-year-old female student. According to court documents Jesse David Sifuentes is charged with 2 counts of improper relationship with a student. Sifuentes was an English teacher at the High...
HISD teacher facing charges for improper relationship with student, court documents show
Records allege the High School for Law and Justice student and 40-year-old teacher started the sexual relationship shortly after she turned 18 years old....
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Texas Children’s The Woodlands welcomes EfTA Students for Immersive Healthcare Career Exploration
Texas Children’s The Woodlands was honored to welcome students from Education for Tomorrow Alliance (EFTA) this week for an engaging and educational experience designed to introduce them to the many career opportunities available in healthcare. During their visit, students receiv...
Former Texas elementary school teacher accused of inappropriate relationship with students
Former Texas elementary school teacher accused of inappropriate relationship with students 6abc Philadelphia
Parents accuse former Magnolia ISD teacher of inappropriate relationship with student
Parents accuse former Magnolia ISD teacher of inappropriate relationship with student CW39 Houston
Ex-Magnolia Independent School District teacher Jason Maldonado charged with improper relationship between educator, student in Texas
Ex-Magnolia Independent School District teacher Jason Maldonado was charged with having an improper relationship between an educator and a student in Texas....
'They failed': Magnolia ISD parents want district held responsible for teacher charged
A former elementary school teacher in Magnolia ISD is facing one charge of having an inappropriate relationship with students.
Magnolia ISD parents want district held responsible for teacher charged
Magnolia ISD parents want district held responsible for teacher charged ABC13 Houston
SPLENDORA HOSTS SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINIC
Splendora ISD is also hosting a School Immunization Clinic to help our students stay healthy and up to date on their required vaccinations. If your student needs shots for the upcoming school year, please join us! Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Location: C...
Now is the time for Parents to start getting Kids ready to head back to the Classroom
Summer is in full swing, but believe it or not, school will be starting up again in a few weeks. Before students head back to the classroom, there are a few things parents can start doing right now to prepare their kids for a strong start to the school year. “Back-to-school seaso...
CISD BACK TO SCHOOL BASH-FREE BACKPACKS, HAIRCUTS,
On Saturday, July 25, at Conroe High School from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, families will not only receive free backpacks filled with school supplies, but they’ll also find free haircuts, snacks, community resources, district departments ready to answer questions, and support from the M...
Fort Bend County, Harris County constables ask school districts to ban e-motorcycles
Ahead of the new school year, some constables and the city of Fulshear are taking a closer look at e-scooters and e-motorcycles.
Constable Mark Herman urges six school districts to ban unregistered electric motorcycles on campus
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman has asked Klein ISD, Tomball ISD, Spring ISD, Aldine ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and Humble ISD to adopt policies prohibiting unregistered electric motorcycles on school property....
TOMORROW is Free Backpack/School Supplies & Meals Day at Joe’s!
Join us for the kickoff of the new school year at our special Back to School Drive! Monday, July 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or while supplies last) We’ll be distributing 1,000 FREE backpacks, filled with essential school supplies for kids, along with 1,000 FREE meals!!! We’d like to...
Vacation Bible School in the Evening Starts TOMORROW!
This is a traditional Baptist Church VBS, but held in the evenings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. so working parents can provide their children with the VBS experience too! Each night will include dinner, music & songs, crafts, activities and Bible stories! It’s open to Kindergarten th...
FREE FOOD AND BACK TO SCHOOL LOADED BACKPACKS THIS MONDAY
FREE FOOD AND BACK TO SCHOOL LOADED BACKPACKS THIS MONDAY
TEA finds HISD to be out of compliance after some parents launch complaints
The Texas Education Agency has found HISD to be out of compliance after some parents filed complaints with the state over the district's special education changes....
National Youth Theater Announces New NYT Arts Center in Conroe
National Youth Theater (NYT) is proud to announce the opening of the NYT Arts Center, a new permanent home for the organization and a major milestone in its mission of engaging students in life-changing experiences through the performing arts. The facility, located at 1115 Housto...
Parents urge HISD to pause special education restructuring after TEA findings
With the first day of school just weeks away, some Houston ISD parents of students receiving special education services say they are still unsure where their children will attend class this fall as the district moves forward with its Student Success Program.HISD moving forward wi...
THIS MONDAY AT JOE’S ITALIAN-FREE MEALS AND LOADED SCHOOL BACKPACKS
Join us for the kickoff of the new school year at our special Back to School Drive! Monday, July 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or while supplies last) We’ll be distributing 1,000 FREE backpacks, filled with essential school supplies for kids, along with 1,000 FREE meals!!! We’d like ...
Back to School Drive at Joe’s Italian Restaurant!
Join us for the kickoff of the new school year at our special Back to School Drive! Monday, July 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or while supplies last) We’ll be distributing 1,000 FREE backpacks, filled with essential school supplies for kids, along with 1,000 FREE meals!!! We’d like to...
HISD moving forward with special education restructuring as TEA investigation into complaints continues
HISD says it will continue moving forward with its Student Success Program for the 2026-27 school year, while state officials continue investigating complaints surrounding the district’s special education changes. The program is part of the district’s restructuring of some of its...
Where to find free school supplies in Houston
Although it may feel like summer just started, back to school season is right around the corner.School supplies can get expensive, so we’ve made a list of places where you can find either free or cheap supplies for your family.Braeswood Church Community Health FairWhen: Saturday,...
Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says
Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo state have been rescued, the government said Friday.Government spokesman Bayo Onanuga did not specify the total number of students rescued, but authorities said at the time of the abductions on May 15 tha...
The Woodlands Family YMCA partners with IRONMAN Foundation to make kids swim ready
The Woodlands Family YMCA is proud to partner with the IRONMAN Foundation to provide 4,000 swim lessons to local children and families who may not otherwise have the opportunity to learn this lifesaving skill. This $15,000 grant will support swimming education across Montgomery C...
Back to school events near me: 2026 ABC13 Loves Teachers supply drive to collect donations for Houston-area educators
The ABC13 Loves Teachers School Supply Drive on Friday, July 31, 2026, will collect donations to help educators who spend out of pocket to stock their classrooms....
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