Posted on · In advance of back-to-school, News 88.7 sat down with Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan, who's served in the role since March, and talked about the biggest challenges for the Houston Independent School District.
Posted on · "There’s nothing that could have truly prepared me for going back in a classroom setting," a student says
Posted on · It’s almost back-to-school time! Here's a playlist with songs about school, songs reminiscent of the glory days, and songs to get you pumped up to study hard.
Posted on · Deloitte’s 2017 back-to-school survey finds Houston shoppers start sooner than the rest of the nation.
Posted on · Young saw the #SoGoneChallenge trending on Twitter and she decided to apply it to her classroom
Posted on · That discount is offered to students of all ages, from kindergarten through college.
Posted on · Carranza said that he was impressed by how organized and clean the schools were and how well teachers knew their students, even on the first day of the year.
Posted on · The Sunnyside community waited almost 10 years for the new wing.
Posted on · A new school year begins Aug. 22, 2016, for many school districts in Greater Houston, including HISD. To discuss some of the major issues facing Houston schools heading into the new year, we talk with Laura Isensee, News 88.7’s education reporter. We discuss new leadership at HISD, with Richard Carranza likely becoming the new superintendent. […]
Posted on · This road-map can help students cope with new semester demands.
Posted on · To get a sense of how these districts measure up, here’s a three-round bout focused on academics, construction and innovation.
Posted on · But some believe the school is fueling propaganda. A handful of protesters waived American flags and signs reading “Qatar Out” outside of campus on the first day of school.
Posted on · "I believe that we prepare the other professions, because without your first grade teacher, you wouldn't be able to read, and you wouldn't be where you are now."
Posted on · Back-to-school in 2014 means big changes for students in Texas. Incoming freshmen will follow new high school graduation plans that include majors â or endorsements. Plus, thereâs less standardized testing and more vocational classes. Itâs all part of HB5, or House Bill 5. The new law makes some of the biggest changes to education in […]
Posted on · As University of Houston sophomore and music major Michael Phillips prepares to go back to school, he tells us how he spent his summer practicing and performing on his euphonium…and having a little fun too.