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The tragic death of a student this week has brought renewed attention to the ongoing safety concerns surrounding schools located near railroad tracks.
HISD officials acknowledged that 118 of the district's 274 schools are near railroad crossings. Nine of those have particularly hazardous conditions, with Milby High School being one of the most at-risk campuses.
Here is a list of just a few events, where loved ones and community leaders will gather to honor Sergio Rodriguez, who was tragically killed by a train while walking to Milby High School.
Following a lawsuit filed by the parents of the 15-year-old Houston Independent School District student who was hit and killed by a train while walking to school, Union Pacific responds with claims of what happened during the incident.
Texas has more miles of freight train tracks than any other state, surpassing Illinois and California combined.
Concerned parents and Houstonians alike have signed a petition calling for an administrative change at Milby High School after a student was killed by a train while walking to school.
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) pledged continued support for the family of 15-year-old Sergio Rodriguez, a Milby High School student who was killed in a train accident and announced measures to assist grieving students and staff.
Family and friends are mourning the loss of Milby High School athlete, Sergio Rodriguez, who was killed Monday in a train accident.
After a student was killed by a train while walking to school, nearby residents admitted knowing the railroad track's dangers, but a University of Houston historian argues the problems have been around longer than we might have thought.
The Houston Independent School District has launched its Crisis Response and Behavioral Supports (CRBS) Department after a student was fatally struck by a train Monday morning near 2000 Broadway St.
A student died Monday after being hit by a train in southeast Houston. Residents and parents who live nearby tell KPRC 2 it’s not uncommon for students to cross the train tracks despite it being dangerous.
A student was tragically killed Monday morning while walking to school but for those who lived near Milby High School, the dangers of the train tracks are not a new concept.
A growing teacher certification scandal continues to shake the Texas education system. Nearly 40 educators reportedly worked in Houston-area school districts.
KPRC 2 has obtained the Texas Education Agency’s list that contains the names of Houston-area teachers who are currently under investigation in a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts.
The school has had three principals just this year. Four assistant principals have been reassigned and community organizers say many teachers are leaving due to the staffing changes.
The Texas State Board of Education voted to approve a new curriculum that incorporates Bible teachings into elementary school lessons, despite concerns that it could blur the line between religion and public education.
Mount Carmel Academy, a charter school partnered with Houston ISD, will permanently close on December 20 due to financial difficulties caused by low enrollment numbers.
This marks the second principal turnover at Lantrip this year and comes amidst broader concerns about leadership instability, with a reported 70% teacher turnover rate since June.
Lantrip Elementary parents are planning a protest against the Houston Independent School District (HISD) on November 20, demanding transparency regarding the sudden removal of Principal Valiza Castro after just three months.
After parents and students had the opportunity to address Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles on Thursday, we’re hoping to learn more by taking your questions directly to Miles later today.
Houston ISD teachers tell KPRC 2 they are still struggling through constant changes in teaching styles and administrators are reluctant to talk due to fear of losing their jobs.
The newly hired principal at Houston ISD’s Harvard Elementary School has stepped down before officially starting the job.
Teachers tell KPRC 2 that two administrators at Houston ISD’s Harvard Elementary School were seen being escorted from the campus with their belongings Thursday.
Last night’s election featured a race with implications for the future of education in Houston, as Harris County voted “No” on Houston ISD’s historic $4.4 billion bond proposal.
Superintendent Mike Miles said, "In this instance, the politics of adults beat out the needs of our children."
A once-respected head of a boy's basketball coach and two assistant principals are at the center of helping hundreds of teachers slip through the cracks and teach at various local schools in exchange for money.
As investigations continue, HISD has promised immediate termination of any fraudulently certified teachers.
Two of the three Houston ISD employees who were charged in connection to a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts have bonded out of jail.
Houston Independent School District is grappling with a massive scandal as three of its staff members have been arrested in connection with a million-dollar teacher certification fraud.
Houston ISD has started the school year with over 800 uncertified teachers, sparking a conversation about the effectiveness and legitimacy of uncertified educators in our schools.
Five people were charged in connection with the scheme. Investigators say aspiring teachers would pay for help cheating in the certification test.
A teacher-certification scheme has been uncovered, leading to the arrest of several education officials, including LaShonda Roberts, an assistant principal at Jack Yates High School.
Nicholas Newton, a former assistant principal at Booker T. Washington High School in Houston ISD, appeared in court facing charges of engaging in organized criminal activity as part of a teacher certification exam cheating scheme
Vincent Grayson was said to have an impact on the basketball court at Booker T. Washington High School but his reputation now lies in limbo after being named the ringleader in a million-dollar cheating scandal.
Residents share their reactions after learning that 200 unqualified teachers slipped through the cracks in a cheating scandal. Many of the perpetrators charged (including the alleged kingpin) were Houston ISD educators.
Houston ISD says the three employees arrested as part of an alleged teacher-certification cheating scheme will be relieved of duty immediately.
A coach at Houston Independent School District has been identified as the “Kingpin” in a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts.
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced criminal charges Monday against five people accused of participating in a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts.
Join us as we continue to follow the incredible journey of Mrs. Lyndsy Mason, a dedicated sixth-grade math teacher at Fleming Middle School. In her second year under the New Education System, Mrs. Mason is more committed than ever to see her students thrive.
The student at a Houston Independent School District’s Bonham Elementary School has died after testing positive for Meningococcal Disease.
This November, Houston voters face a pivotal decision on the largest school bond in Texas history—$4.4 billion aimed at upgrading school infrastructure and expanding educational programs.
The district said the school sent notifications to families and information to staff and students who may have been in close contact with the confirmed case.
The Texas Education Agency found that checks mailed to Miles’ charter school network in Colorado were eventually deposited into the network’s Texas account.
Students at Fleming Middle School are experiencing both challenges and growth under the Houston Independent School District's New Education System.
Dr. Shelby Calabrese, the principal of Harvard Elementary School, has been placed on administrative leave by the Houston Independent School District (HISD), though specific reasons for this decision remain undisclosed.
The district said most of the people affected are teachers and assistant principals.
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Houston teenager Pablo Castaneda, 17, faces escalating legal issues, including charges of attempting to disarm a peace officer and possessing a prohibited substance in a correctional facility, while already being charged with aggravated assault for a school stabbing.
Fleming Middle School is witnessing a remarkable change as increased parental involvement under the Houston ISD's New Education System leads to improved student outcomes
How will you vote on this transformative plan? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
A group of Houston ISD parents, students, and community members are using their creativity to protest the recent changes within the district.
Amidst challenges like teacher burnout and financial strain, Principal Devin Adams of Fleming Middle School in Houston's Fifth Ward is turning to an Olympic-themed strategy to uplift both teachers and students.
Houston ISD has reversed its decision to not allow the Waltrip High School band to perform at the 2025 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans after Houston Mayor John Whitmire offered a police escort for the band.
The Houston Independent School District Board of Directors has denied a request from the Houston Federation of Teachers to reinstate the policy requiring classroom doors to remain closed and locked.
One day after a student was stabbed in a fight with another student at Houston ISD’s Sterling High School, HISD Police Chief Shamara Garner spoke about the district’s security protocols and what they are doing to keep kids safe.
“Finally," Tammy Chavis said. "Someone said we will have someone to give you a call back and they actually did and after that next thing I knew they were saying we had a buzz and a route and they will pick them up on Monday morning.”
FIEL, an immigrant led civil rights organization, is standing in solidarity with the family of a Marshall Middle School student who died on campus.
The Houston Independent School district is taking a statewide threat against several Texas public schools seriously by increasing its security.
Weeks into the 2024-2025 school year, a Houston grandmother with four grandchildren at Gregory-Lincoln Education Center says they still haven’t been assigned a bus.
“A former non-teaching staff member of HISD who was once assigned to YWPCA was recently charged with a crime," the school's principal said in a letter to parents. "Please rest assured that this individual is no longer working at our campus and has not been assigned to our campus for over a year."
A research poll conducted on behalf of the Texas Federation of Teachers says less than half of voters support the bond proposal, and less than a quarter have confidence "or don't trust" Superintendent Mike Miles.
Mike Miles, the state-installed superintendent of HISD who is now entering his second year, does not get bogged down in the heaps of criticism levied at him by educators and parents.
After battling extreme heat, Harvard Elementary students and staff are finally enjoying cool classrooms this week! "We have COLD AC! It’s 66 to 68 in all rooms!" shared a relieved staff member. While this isn’t a permanent solution, it’s a welcome break from the sweltering conditions that have plagued Houston’s oldest school. Earlier reports highlighted severe HVAC issues across several campuses, leading to widespread frustration among parents and staff. The Harvard PTA has called for a community meeting with Houston ISD to address these recurring problems and ensure a lasting fix.
As Fleming Middle School kicks off the new school year under the New Education System, Principal Deven Adams and his dedicated team are aiming for an A-rating. Despite district-wide challenges, the school’s community is optimistic and united in their efforts. “I want that A,” says Adams, echoing the determination felt throughout the campus.
Harvard Elementary School is Houston’s oldest school and celebrated its 125th birthday last September, but despite that proud distinction, parents tell KPRC 2 the school’s 126th year is off to a hot and miserable start.
Harvard Elementary School is Houston’s oldest school and celebrated its 125th birthday last September, but despite that proud distinction, parents tell KPRC 2 the school’s 126th year is off to a hot and miserable start.
The Houston Independent School District officially declined Thursday to elaborate about the specifics regarding the death of Marshall Middle School student, Landon Payton.
Houston Independent School District's $4.4 billion bond proposal, the largest in Texas history, goes to voters this November. With 75% resident support, the "Renew HISD" bond aims to rebuild schools, update HVAC systems, and enhance security. The bond is split into two propositions: $3.96 billion for school upgrades and $440 million for technology enhancements. Will you vote to renew HISD?
A Houston ISD elementary school was forced to close its doors Wednesday due to what the district called an “HVAC system outage.” The school has since reopened, but it’s one of several HISD campuses KPRC 2 has been covering that have had A/C-related issues.
It’s the second week of school for Houston ISD students, but an elementary school was forced to close its doors Wednesday due to the lack of air conditioning.
More and more HISD schools are turning up with hot classrooms and broken AC systems. Outside Margaret Long Wisdom High School on a sweltering day in Houston, the outside mural says “where the world comes to learn”, but maybe it should be “where the world comes to sweat.”
Parents, does your child’s school currently have functioning A/C? If not, please share the name of the school and the current classroom temperatures you're aware of.
Jackie Anderson, president of the Houston Federation of Teachers, claims that defibrillators at multiple HISD schools, including Marshall Middle School, are not functioning properly.
There are still many questions surrounding the tragic passing of a student last week on the gym floor at Marshall Middle School.
The press conference at 2 p.m. Monday will examine how Houston ISD has seen dramatic progress in its campuses' accountability ratings.
Houston ISD has released more information after a Marshall Middle School student died after a medical emergency Wednesday.
Alexis Payton, a grieving father, is searching for answers after the sudden death of his teenage son, Landon, who collapsed on the gym floor at Marshall Middle School this past Wednesday.
Multiple classrooms at a Houston Independent School District elementary school reached over 80 degrees on Friday as the district continues to deal with A/C issues at multiple campuses.
Houston Independent School District superintendent Mike Miles provided an update on the death of a student at Marshall Middle School.
The Houston Independent School District has provided a crisis response team to the Marshall Middle School community after a student suffered from a medical emergency on campus Wednesday.
According to HISD administrators, four out of 247 schools are currently dealing with air conditioning issues.
Schools across Houston ISD are dealing with high grass and fallen trees as students head back to school.
Houston ISD’s new school year started officially started yesterday.
The first day of the HISD school year was touted as a “great day” of education by Superintendent Mike Miles. However, minutes into his first news conference of the school year Miles declared that there was one problem that he viewed as “unacceptable” for families, the issue of bus service that did not deliver.
A 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.
Many 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.
As Houston ISD prepares to start school again on Monday, the district says around 700 students are still being assigned new bus stops and routes.
