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Anita Wadhwa speaks at Houston Public Media's Story Slam in Houston, Wednesday Nov. 8, 2017. (Photo by Michael Stravato)

Building Houston's Super School

Teacher Story Slam: Educators Share Their Take On Innovation, Challenges

Posted on November 16, 2017 · Teachers from across Houston share what they have found as challenges -- and solutions -- to innovate and move education forward

HISD

From ‘I feel like I’m in prison’ to ‘I’m actually learning,’ Houston ISD students have mixed feelings about Mike Miles’ reform program

Posted on December 6, 2023 · Students in Houston ISD are almost halfway through the first school year under state-appointed leadership. On some campuses, a sweeping reform program has completely transformed the typical school day. It’s not working for all students.

Houston Matters

Severe weather in Houston (Nov. 30, 2023)

Posted on November 30, 2023 · On Thursday's show: With potential severe weather expected in the area, we talk about what Houstonians should be prepared for and how to stay safe. And we recap the Atlantic hurricane season as it comes to an end.

Houston Matters

Oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico (Nov. 28, 2023)

Posted on November 28, 2023 · On Tuesday's show: We get the latest on an oil spill off the Louisiana coast and how it might affect Texas. And we talk with improver extraordinaire Ben Schwartz, who’s also known for being the movie voice of Sonic the Hedgehog.

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Houston ISD sets new student achievement goals as board struggles to gain public trust

Posted on November 16, 2023 · When the appointed board of managers held community engagement meetings throughout the month of September, attendees had a lot to say about their priorities for the district, with concerns including budgetary and safety matters, curriculum and equitable distribution of resources.

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Building Houston's Super School

Teacher Story Slam: Educators Share Their Take On Innovation, Challenges

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