‘Making good headway’: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles visits 3 campuses, addresses hiccups on 2nd day of school
Read full article: ‘Making good headway’: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles visits 3 campuses, addresses hiccups on 2nd day of schoolHouston ISD’s new school year started officially started yesterday.
‘It’s very frustrating’: Family takes 3 METRO buses to school on first day back after Houston ISD’s bus route issues
Read full article: ‘It’s very frustrating’: Family takes 3 METRO buses to school on first day back after Houston ISD’s bus route issuesA Southwest Houston family had to take three METRO buses to get their daughter to Briarmeadow Charter School due to unresolved HISD bus route assignments. Despite HISD's efforts, around 700 students are still awaiting bus stop assignments. Have you experienced similar issues with school transportation? Share your story in the comments.
Houston ISD students returning to 2nd year of school since state takeover
Read full article: Houston ISD students returning to 2nd year of school since state takeoverMany students and teachers in HISD are beginning the school year with a brand new curriculum under the New Education System with their daily routines overhauled, requiring them to adapt to a new learning approach.
Around 700 Houston ISD students still being assigned new bus stops, routes as first day of school starts Monday
Read full article: Around 700 Houston ISD students still being assigned new bus stops, routes as first day of school starts MondayAs Houston ISD prepares to start school again on Monday, the district says around 700 students are still being assigned new bus stops and routes.
‘We must adjust our staffing levels’: Houston ISD to start school year with 748 fewer teachers than last year
Read full article: ‘We must adjust our staffing levels’: Houston ISD to start school year with 748 fewer teachers than last yearHouston Independent School District, the largest in Texas, will start the 2024-2025 school year with 748 fewer teachers compared to last year. Despite fewer teachers, the district boasts only 45 vacancies and promises that every classroom will have an effective educator.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles focusing on successes, not critics
Read full article: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles focusing on successes, not criticsThis week, the state-installed superintendent of HISD sat down with KPRC 2 Investigates to call attention to the district’s successes during his first year at the helm.
STAAR test results show progress at Fleming Middle School under Houston ISD’s NES model
Read full article: STAAR test results show progress at Fleming Middle School under Houston ISD’s NES modelStudents at Fleming Middle School have shown remarkable improvement in their STAAR test results, with significant growth in reading and math.
‘Only opportunity to vote on anything’: Houston ISD parents consider bond proposal a referendum on superintendent
Read full article: ‘Only opportunity to vote on anything’: Houston ISD parents consider bond proposal a referendum on superintendentHouston Independent School District is hosting several community meetings trying to garner support for the largest bond proposal in Texas history.
WATCH: Documenting one year inside a transformed Houston ISD campus
Read full article: WATCH: Documenting one year inside a transformed Houston ISD campusKPRC 2 is proud to present the original documentary TAKEOVER, which chronicles a year of change in the Houston Independent School District under Superintendent Mike Miles and the New Education System (NES).
Questions for Houston ISD about how we really fared in the first year under state control? Submit them here
Read full article: Questions for Houston ISD about how we really fared in the first year under state control? Submit them hereKPRC 2 is proud to present the original documentary TAKEOVER, which chronicles a year of change in the Houston Independent School District under Superintendent Mike Miles and the New Education System (NES).
Houston ISD parents: What questions can we get answered to help you prepare for next school year?
Read full article: Houston ISD parents: What questions can we get answered to help you prepare for next school year?A wave of discontent and protest did not stop Houston ISD board members from approving non-renewals for teachers and principals.
Houston ISD board moves forward with termination despite community protests
Read full article: Houston ISD board moves forward with termination despite community protestsMore planned walkouts are scheduled for Friday with students and families protesting the administration's recent decisions to oust long-time staff at several schools. Several parents voiced their opinions at an 8-hour-long school board meeting.
‘I really have just ended my career’: Houston ISD principal refuses to sign district resignation agreement
Read full article: ‘I really have just ended my career’: Houston ISD principal refuses to sign district resignation agreementThroughout May, there have been several protests at various Houston Independent School District schools.
‘I hope you’re happy!’: Houston ISD students admonish Mike Miles during protests after principals, staffs terminated
Read full article: ‘I hope you’re happy!’: Houston ISD students admonish Mike Miles during protests after principals, staffs terminated“I hope you’re happy; you’ve ruined our schools,” one Houston ISD student said, calling out Superintendent Mike Miles. “You’ve ruined our trust and our faith in our school district, and you’ve ruined these students’ trust in their teachers and in their principal.
Join us for the premiere of TAKEOVER: A KPRC 2 documentary and discussion on a year of reform in Houston ISD
Read full article: Join us for the premiere of TAKEOVER: A KPRC 2 documentary and discussion on a year of reform in Houston ISDReserve your seat today to be a part of the special screening for "TAKEOVER", a KPRC 2 original documentary.
Parents peeved Houston ISD students at school with no A/C, Mike Miles says overall it’s been a strong day
Read full article: Parents peeved Houston ISD students at school with no A/C, Mike Miles says overall it’s been a strong dayOne parent at Hogg Middle School told KPRC 2 "essentially, we were lied to."
‘Grave concerns’: Rep. Sylvia Garcia calls for federal audit into Houston ISD Sup. Mike Miles’ Colorado school
Read full article: ‘Grave concerns’: Rep. Sylvia Garcia calls for federal audit into Houston ISD Sup. Mike Miles’ Colorado school"With the undemocratic takeover HISD by the State of Texas, I have grave concerns about the financial wellbeing of the district," Congresswoman Garcia wrote in part in a letter to the U.S. Department of Education.
Houston ISD parents, community members continue protesting ‘disruptive policies’
Read full article: Houston ISD parents, community members continue protesting ‘disruptive policies’The fight continues to call attention to Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles over what community members are calling "invasive micromanagement" that has resulted in chaos within the district.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles responds to allegations he diverted Texas school funds to his Colorado schools
Read full article: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles responds to allegations he diverted Texas school funds to his Colorado schoolsHouston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles is calling allegations that he diverted Texas school money to his charter schools in Colorado “irresponsibly inaccurate.”
Houston ISD superintendent accused of funneling tax dollars out of state
Read full article: Houston ISD superintendent accused of funneling tax dollars out of stateA state lawmaker and Houston residents urge the Texas Education Agency to investigate whether the state-appointed superintendent improperly sent public funds to out-of-state charter schools.
‘I can’t take the instability’: HISD art teacher prepares to leave as leaders consider cutting electives
Read full article: ‘I can’t take the instability’: HISD art teacher prepares to leave as leaders consider cutting electivesKPRC 2 obtained a list of ‘reduction in force’ Houston ISD positions district leaders are considering cutting to deal with the budget deficit.
Houston ISD parents, teachers protest ‘resign or terminate’ ultimatum given to principal
Read full article: Houston ISD parents, teachers protest ‘resign or terminate’ ultimatum given to principalIt was a large turnout at Meyerland Middle School, where demonstrators gathered in hopes of saving their principal. Hundreds of people chanted and held signs outside Meyerland Middle School in support of Principal Auden Sarabia.
‘Resign or terminate’: Houston ISD parents claim Meyerland Middle School principal given ultimatum
Read full article: ‘Resign or terminate’: Houston ISD parents claim Meyerland Middle School principal given ultimatumRochelle Cabe is preparing to protest Monday morning in hopes of changing the minds of Houston ISD’s Superintendent Mike Miles.
Houston area representatives call for hearing on allegations of HISD violating state law
Read full article: Houston area representatives call for hearing on allegations of HISD violating state lawNine Houston area state representatives have written a letter to the Speaker of the Texas House requesting a public hearing on allegations that Houston ISD violated state law by having unaccredited teachers in the classroom.
‘I am concerned for my now former colleagues:’ Former HISD principal shares what he’s learning from employees
Read full article: ‘I am concerned for my now former colleagues:’ Former HISD principal shares what he’s learning from employeesSean Tellez said becoming the principal at Houston ISD’s Love Elementary School in the Heights was a dream come true.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles says proficiency review for principals will not be used in employment decisions
Read full article: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles says proficiency review for principals will not be used in employment decisionsHouston Independent School District’s Superintendent Mike Miles addressed and clarified communication on the district’s performance screening after more than 100 principles got notices last week they interpreted as threats that if they didn’t improve, they could lose their jobs.
Houston ISD to start 2024-2025 school year 2 weeks early; board approves new academic calendar
Read full article: Houston ISD to start 2024-2025 school year 2 weeks early; board approves new academic calendarSchool board officials with Houston Independent School District approved the 2024-2025 school district during a meeting Thursday evening.
Houston ISD unveils proposed academic calendar for 2024-2025 school year
Read full article: Houston ISD unveils proposed academic calendar for 2024-2025 school yearDistrict officials with Houston Independent School District announced they have unveiled a proposed academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year.
‘Dehumanizing’: Houston ISD students hold off-campus panel, speak out against NES model
Read full article: ‘Dehumanizing’: Houston ISD students hold off-campus panel, speak out against NES modelStudents from several Houston ISD schools affected by the district’s New Education System spoke up about it, off their campuses.
‘I don’t believe it’s successful’: Parents react after nearly 40 schools expected to join Houston ISD’s NES model
Read full article: ‘I don’t believe it’s successful’: Parents react after nearly 40 schools expected to join Houston ISD’s NES modelThe news about more schools will join Houston ISD’s New Education System (NES) next year has reactions from all over the district, from staff members to parents.
Houston teacher federation shares thoughts on more schools being added to HISD’s NES model
Read full article: Houston teacher federation shares thoughts on more schools being added to HISD’s NES modelMore campuses will join Houston Independent School District’s New Education System or “NES” next school year.
HISD superintendent says he’s ‘glad to see special education students be included in classrooms’ despite backlash
Read full article: HISD superintendent says he’s ‘glad to see special education students be included in classrooms’ despite backlashOne of their main concerns centered around the district’s special education policy, which many said was strained by staffing shortages and out of compliance with federal and state mandates.
HISD students at NES schools tested ‘significantly’ higher in reading, math exams than students at non-NES campuses
Read full article: HISD students at NES schools tested ‘significantly’ higher in reading, math exams than students at non-NES campusesIs the New Education System model established by Houston Independent School District’s state-appointed superintendent, Mike Miles, working? That’s the question many people want to know.
Houston ISD plans longer school year under ‘District of Innovation’ plan: How do you feel about the new calendar?
Read full article: Houston ISD plans longer school year under ‘District of Innovation’ plan: How do you feel about the new calendar?Your family's summer plans may have to change next year if your child is in the Houston Independent School District.
POLL: Houston ISD can hire uncertified teachers under ‘District of Innovation’ plan, but should they?
Read full article: POLL: Houston ISD can hire uncertified teachers under ‘District of Innovation’ plan, but should they?The board of managers voted unanimously Thursday night to approve a ‘District of Innovation’ designation for the Houston Independent School District.
Houston ISD officially becomes District of Innovation: Here’s what that means for your family
Read full article: Houston ISD officially becomes District of Innovation: Here’s what that means for your familyThe Houston Independent School District’s advisory committee approved the “District of Innovation” plan Wednesday night.