While most educators are frustrated with their job, they’re not leaving the classroom at notably higher rates than in years past.
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Tras alza de detenciones, fiscalía de Condado de Harris le da tarjetas a testigos inmigrantes
El fiscal del Condado de Harris, Sean Teare, dio instrucciones para que se le den tarjetas a los testigos inmigrantes que pueden ser detenidos por el ICE.
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Mike Miles: HISD to launch ‘largest pay-for-performance plan in the nation’ in fall 2026
HISD teacher salaries could soon range from $64,000 to $101,000 per year, depending largely on test scores and administrator evaluations.
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Five former HISD employees said they took bribes. Not all could remember when and where.
While some remembered specific locations and times of year, others struggled with basic details, potentially imperiling the government’s case.
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More fine arts, extra STEM classes, an ad blitz: How Alief ISD plans to win back students
District leaders making several big changes and considering other overhauls as they contend with enrollment losses largely stemming from charter school competition.
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After increased detentions, Harris County DA provides cards to identify immigrant witnesses
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare instructed employees to provide cards to immigrant witnesses who could be detained by ICE.
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Abbott sets Nov. 4 special election for CD-18 seat left vacant by death of Sylvester Turner
The announcement settles weeks of speculation from Houston Democrats that Abbott was leaving the seat vacant to benefit Congressional Republicans.
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Bill would force Harris County to divert millions in toll road revenues to Houston
The bill, scheduled for a hearing Wednesday, could impact Harris County’s ability to maintain roads and complete other infrastructure projects.
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‘Want to see more growth’: Some HISD hubs for food, clothing, support attract few families
Four of Houston ISD’s seven Sunrise Centers served just a handful of families on an average day in fall 2024, even after Mike Miles’ wraparound cuts.
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When could the state takeover of HISD end? Mike Miles teases return of an elected board.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles suggested a possible 2026 return of some elected trustees, but no decision on the process has been made.