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The largest school district in Texas, the Houston Independent School District, is slated to begin classes on Monday, Aug. 28.

It’s an exciting year for seniors but it’s also a time to look ahead to the next chapter in their lives: college.

The first day of school is different for schools across the Houston area, but some districts have already gone back.

Multiple Houston-area school districts are providing free meals to children during the 2023-2024 school year.

Many students around the Houston area are heading back to the classrooms this Wednesday morning!

Going back to school means keeping our kids safe and bullying is an issue in which all school districts may have to deal.

The first day of school is almost here for many Houston-area districts, but when is everyone going back?

Texas schools require immunizations against preventable diseases and most of what’s required will be given before students enroll in Kindergarten.

KPRC 2 is focusing on making sure families are Classroom Ready.

You can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday from Aug. 11-13 this year.

Sam’s Club wants to send teachers back to school with exclusive access to a can’t-miss deal.

Katy ISD will begin enrolling its newest and youngest students for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.

For the first time since 19 students and two teachers were gunned down at Robb Elementary, students in Uvalde students at Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District will head back to class.

As children head back to school, a local audiologist is warning about auditory processing disorder (APD). The condition is when the brain has a problem processing sounds, which can affect how someone understands speech.

Cy-Fair ISD is experiencing significant growth, making it the third largest district in Texas with 118,000 students. Most of those students are headed back to class for the first day of school.

As Houston ISD returns to school, Sharpstown International School has started a new class to help support students emotionally.

As Houston ISD schools begin the school year, the “Safe Walk Home Northside” program continued its mission of making the community safe for students who walk to and from school.

This year, food pantries at Houston ISD schools have grown and have become more accessible to the local communities.

As student-athletes return to practices, one doctor in warning athletes to have every injury checked out within a few weeks or risk further damage having it healed the wrong way.

Lauryn Pope, Goose Creek ISD middle school athletic trainer with Houston Methodist Baytown, said those most at risk are the football players.

‘Watch D.O.G.S.,’ or “Dads of Great Students,” is a father or male-involvement initiative that has really taken off in Katy ISD.

Students who will attend certain Houston ISD schools can apply for free or reduced-price meals for the 2022-2023 school year as long as they meet certain requirements.

Within the first 10 days of school, Fort Bend ISD to perform four drills, including severe weather, lockdown, secure, and fire drills.

It’s an exciting day for students and staff at Klein ISD as they prepare to head back to the classroom for the first day of school.

Thousands of students in Humble Independent School District will be heading back to the classroom Tuesday and there are a lot of updates this year.

Several Houston-area school district police chiefs are joining together to layout a safety plan as the 2022-2023 school year gets underway.

Several Houston-area school districts are starting the 2022-2023 school year on Monday. Among those, Alief Independent School District.

Summer is flying by, and it is time to start shopping for going back to school. A new water bottle is going to be just what your kid needs to have a great new year.

Aldine ISD has expanded its Additional Days School Year (ADSY) program to two more campuses as Harris Elementary and Smith Elementary will welcome students on the first day of instruction on Monday.

Fort Bend Independent School District announced Saturday that its mask mandate for students and staff has been lifted.

Cy-Fair ISD welcomed students back to the classrooms on Monday.

It’s a big day for thousands of students in the Houston area as it is back to school for the largest district in the state of Texas. Thousands of students will be heading back to school. Houston ISD Superintendent Millard House made several stops Monday morning. The first was at Benbrook Elementary School, where he welcomed students with breakfast.

Students in Katy ISD returned to the classroom on Wednesday morning.

Two former graduates of Klein ISD have returned to the district as educators.

Students at Clear Creek ISD returned to the classroom this week.

As students head back to school, COVID-19 cases are again surging, threatening to overwhelm hospitals. Public health experts are sounding the alarm over the delta variant of the virus. And, without any state funds for remote learning this year, school districts are rushing to figure out how best to protect their students while grappling with Gov. Greg Abbott’s prohibition against masking mandates in schools.

Students at Fort Bend ISD went back to school for in-person instruction on Wednesday.

Spring ISD is rolling out a new transportation system on their buses to track students.

Tuesday marks the first day of school for students in Alief ISD.

Houston-area parents are looking forward to send their children back to school in-person, and help is coming for those who need a boost.

HOUSTON – Houston ISD is expanding its food distribution to ensure all students have access to healthy food during the week-long Thanksgiving break, which kicks off Monday, Nov. 23. All campus curbside pickup locations will over seven days work for student meals on Thursday, November 19. Typically, the district provides meals for three or four days. Additionally, a third Neighborhood Supersites will be held at Sugar Grove Academy on Saturday, November 21— the final community distribution before Thanksgiving. Campus and community distributions will resume their normal schedules when the district reopens on Monday, Nov. 30.

HOUSTON – Fort Bend ISD parents considering to change their child’s learning environment for the spring semester have a day left to decide. The deadline is looming for parents looking to move their child from in-person classes to online learning or the other way around. The district has requested parents fill out a form via Skyward Family Access by November 12 at 11:59 p.m. Dalia Abouzeid, a mother of two, said she was considering switching her third grader and sixth grader to in-person learning, but ultimately decided to keep them in virtual classrooms. Dupre said if a school does not have the capacity to accommodate many students wanting to switch to in-person learning, the district will consider turning large multi-purpose rooms into classrooms.

HOUSTON – A Wharton County school district is ending its remote learning program. Louise ISD said the remote learning approach has been unsuccessful for most students and will allow all students to return to schools on Tuesday, according to a letter to parents. Teachers and administrators will not longer be offering remote learning. “I am not mandating that your family chooses to return to school. Yet, I am suggesting that you make a decision that continues to provide the appropriate needs of your children,” said Louise ISD Superintendent Dr. Garth Oliver in release.

When Rice University decided months ago students and professors would return to in-class instruction in the fall, the university built four outdoor classrooms to adhere to coronavirus-related health precautions. So far students and professors are giving the hi-tech fabric structures a passing grade. One of the biggest concerns was how students and faculty would handle classes in the Texas heat. Many say they didn’t know what to make of the idea when they first heard about the “tents.”“When I heard tent I was thinking like the typical open tent, like air outside,” said student Derin Okunuvi. Rice University says it was important to offer face-to-face instruction as big part of the unversity’s culture.

KLEIN, Texas – Tuesday morning school kicked off for thousands of students at Klein Independent School District. We’re so grateful for our families and just excited that school is back in session at Klein ISD," said Jenny McGown, Klein ISD Superintendent. Donte Berry, 14, is a freshman at Klein Cain High School and is one of many students trying to get adjusted to a new school. “I am a parent of a Klein ISD student myself and he is on campus for his first day too,” she said. Klein ISD reported no major issues after the first day of class.

HOUSTON – As students in the state’s largest school district started their virtual classes Tuesday, some parents reported having trouble connecting to the district’s website. KPRC 2 attempted to visit the official website for the Houston Independent School District several times Tuesday morning and received a runtime error and a 504 error. They will all be in virtual learning until at least Oct. 19, when some are scheduled to return to in-person learning. According to Lathan, about 12,000 students still do not have devices for virtual learning, but that does not mean they will be left behind. The district launched 36 digital learning centers for kids who still do not have what they need to participate in virtual school.

Tuesday morning the school year kicks off for Klein Independent School District, and a question on parents minds, how safe are the buses in the middle of a pandemic? Director of Transportation services for Klein ISD, Josh Rice is charged with the task of keeping buses safe and clean. Klein ISD has approximately 350 buses. The new cleaning policies will likely continue post coronavirus to mitigate the spread of germs on the bus, according to Rice. Whether on the bus or at school, students have to wear one.

HOUSTON Houston Independent School District is opening 36 digital learning centers for students that do not have access to technology. The centers are for elementary and middle school students, enabling them to take part in instruction through the HISD @ H.O.M.E. Students at the digital learning centers will participate in instruction provided by their teacher of record and complete independent assignments. Due to COVID-19 health concerns, the digital learning centers are only available to students without access to technology. Transportation to and from the digital learning centers will be available for students from their home campus.

KLEIN, Texas – Klein ISD organized a simulation day for teachers and students on Wednesday, ahead of the first day of school next week. There is still a week before classes begin, but children and teachers were back in the classrooms and wearing their masks. That was really hard, so I just said, ‘air hug, air hug,’” said Wahlquist. Klein ISD said they’re committed to keeping teachers and students safe. The first day of school was scheduled for Sept. 8.

KATY, Texas – Katy ISD is set to begin the school year with a virtual start on Wednesday morning. More than 85,000 k-12th grade will begin the school year with online learning. Katy ISD Superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski said that the district has been working for weeks to make sure that students have the technology needed to begin the school year. So we feel that our system is up and ready and functional to handle the capacity that it will need for students to get online,” the superintendent said. All the way from when you get on the bus where every child getting on school transportation is required to wear a mask.

HOUSTON Some Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston reopened Thursday, including St. Martha Catholic School in Kingwood. Eighty percent of students are returning to the classroom at St. Martha Catholic School, which teaches children Pre-K through 8th grade. We wanted to make sure if anybody is running a fever, well hold them out, said Father Dolce. As a Catholic school, thats our message, A message of hope and of Gods love and Hes present here. Also, also every student here at St. Martha is required to wear a mask.

HUMBLE, Texas – Humble ISD students started virtually on Tuesday and schools were preparing for in-person learning in two weeks. Even with empty classrooms and hallways for now, there’s an excitement at Summer Creek High School. “I’ve just decided, I’m going to enjoy my school year, no matter what’s going on,” said Nathan Wooley. Classes will begin with middle and high school students on a split schedule. Principal McDonald had a message for Humble ISD families.

HUMBLE, Texas – Students at Humble Independent School District started virtually on Tuesday. On a normal year, the drill team at Summer Creek High School would’ve started weeks earlier, but this year, practices were delayed and they made major changes. “Seeing them dance, seeing this magic, this passion that they have, the passion that I share with them, so that’s what exactly what I’m looking forward to.”But this year is different in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. “A little difficult at the beginning but it ended up working out, I have my team of 60,” said Aranda. The district is allowing students who are learning virtually to take part in extracurricular activities.

HOUSTON Its been a problem in this neighborhood, according to Fort Bend County resident Dina Gusten. She lives in the Sienna neighborhood and says shes seen a significant amount of crashes in the Sienna Village of Anderson Springs. I am concerned about drivers and I think everyone needs to be on the same page and be re-educated on what theyre supposed to do since school is coming up, Gusten said. This is why its so important to share this information with drivers, as select students will be heading back to school soon. So, here are the dos and donts, according to Texas Department of Transportation:

PASADENA, Texas – Pasadena ISD kicked off the third annual “Fill the Bus” School Supply Drive to help students prepare for the school year. Pasadena ISD Associate Superintendent Troy McCarley said that they want to make sure that students feel prepared. “It’s ensuring that every student on that first day of school has all of the supplies they need,” said McCarley. The drive was coordinated by the school district, the city and the chamber of commerce. Organizers said that they are need of school supply items in addition to hand sanitizer and tissues.

If you haven’t prepared the lunches ahead, your child may not have enough time to eat before their next virtual class. Sugar Land blogger Brenda Thompson of Meal Planning Magic has been prepping family meals and kids lunches for years. Actually packing or preparing your child’s lunch for virtual learning may keep them out of the snack cabinet and those sugary snacks that will make it more difficult for them to stay in their seat and stay focused. Thompson’s lunch ideas:Lunch Kabobs: Sliding all the main food groups on a stick makes lunch fun and nutritious. When you share pictures of your child’s lunch using #PowerYourLunchbox, you can help support families in need.

NEW CANEY, Texas – Curbside meal service for New Caney ISD begins Monday, Aug. 10 for students grades PreK-12. Lunch will be charged according to the National School Lunch Program eligibility (full-price, reduced-price, or free depending on eligibility). Meal service will take place Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for breakfast and lunch. Students must be present with a school ID or a parent must provide a student school ID or ID number when picking up meals. Meal prices are as follows: Grades PreK-5: $2.75Grades 6-12: $3Adults $4.50Meals will be given out at the following locations:

HOUSTON Lines of cars showed up for the Mayors Back 2 School Fest. The distribution is drive-thru style and volunteers started to fill up the trunks of cars with back to school supplies, food and masks at 8 a.m. on Friday morning. The event, which is being presented by Shell and is in partnership with the Houston Food Bank, is designed to help economically disadvantaged elementary school students and their families prepare for the school year. I think its great, matter of fact it is very organized I didnt think it would be this organized, said Leon Deal. In addition to distributing masks and backpacks stuffed with school supplies, the Houston Food Bank will also be providing families with necessary food items..Click here to pre-register for the event.

HOUSTON – School is back in session today for Alief ISD Thursday morning. Things will look different this year for students and educators because instruction is 100% virtual for the time being. One was held at Alief Taylor High School and another is slated for Thursday at 8 a.m. at Elsik High School. Principal Mary Williams said although things will look different they are excited to get the school year started. “The first day of school is always my favorite day of school and this is just a little bit different,” said Williams.

HOUSTON – Thousands of families attended the Aldine ISD Back-to-School Expo. Aldine ISD families were able to pick up free backpacks and school supplies and food donations were provided by BakerRipley. Jennifer Calixto said that she and her family waited in the parking lot since 6:30 a.m.“It’s been very organized, it’s good,” said Calixto. She added, “It is very helpful to the community right now.”Sarah Lowery with the Family and Community and Engagement Department at Aldine ISD said they expect more than 3500 families to attend. “Especially with COVID happening, there are families who may be struggling financially and just need that extra start just to get them going with school supplies.

Back to school means sharing the road. And this season, we could see more students choosing to walk or bike to class, in an attempt to stay away from germs on a school bus.

With the current pandemic affecting our day-to-day lives, going back to school is an important matter. Different school districts have established their own set of requirements and protocol for opening up this school year. Here is a map of school districts across and the Houston area. It will take you to an article that details that districts reopening plan. If you have a question about the plan for that district, fill out the form at the end of the article with your questions.

Stafford MSD will announce its reopening plans on Friday, July 17. Measures underway or being consideredStafford MSD has not yet announced social distancing or safety measures it plans to implement in its schools. The district plans to share its safety protocols on Friday. The district plans to share its learning plans on Friday. Stafford MSD (@StaffordMSD) July 14, 2020Do you have questions about Stafford MSDs plan?

Virtual instruction for the district begins on September 8 and will continue for six weeks through October 16. Houston ISD plans to offer face-to-face instruction for all students beginning October 19. PPE ProtocolsMasks will be provided to students, employees, and visitors if they do not have one. Instruction methods offeredHouston ISD plans to offer both face-to-face and virtual instruction for the upcoming school year. Face-to-faceHouston ISD plans to offer face-to-face instruction for all students beginning October 19.

DPISD has outlined several social distancing and safety measures it plans to implement to keep its students and staff safe. Measures underway or being consideredStudent Health ProtocolsAll students should complete a daily self-evaluation prior to coming to school or boarding school transportation. Employee Health ProtocolsAll Deer Park ISD employees and substitutes will be required to self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms prior to reporting to work each day. In compliance with the governor’s executive order, all DPISD staff are required to wear non-medical grade face masks, covering nose and mouth. Students must wear masks during all transition times.

BAYTOWN, Texas Students in the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District will now start classes nearly a month later than what was originally scheduled. District officials confirmed Tuesday morning that the school board voted to delay the start of the 2020-2021 school year until Sept. 8. The year will also start with three weeks of virtual instruction, officials said. Officials said there are a lot of details to work out after the boards vote and they are working to update the districts website with the new information. That page will also be updated once the districts plan is officially updated.

Waller ISD is still working to develop its reopening plans for the upcoming school year with the safety of its students and staff in mind. The district plans to offer instruction in both face-to-face and virtual formats. Heres what to know so far:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 24, 2020. Measures underway or being consideredWaller ISD has not yet announced social distancing and safety protocols it plans to implement in its schools for the upcoming year. Instruction methods offeredWaller ISD is planning to offer full time in-person and online learning 5-days a week for all students.

Cy-Fair ISD has finalized its reopening plan for the upcoming school year. Here’s what to know so far:CalendarThe first day of school is now scheduled for Sept. 8, 2020. In the event school supplies must be shared, for example in art class, the supplies will be sanitized after each use. At the beginning of each class, students may request additional sanitizing spray and paper towels. VisitorsVisitors should make an appointment to meet with campus staff.

Here’s what to know for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 13, 2020. Santa Fe ISD already has designated student entry points for school safety. Student social activities may be limited due to healthcare requirements and may come with rules and regulations depending on the activity. Instruction methods offeredSante Fe ISD intends to offer face-to-face and virtual instruction for the 2020-21 school year. Santa Fe ISD students receiving specialized instruction may be required to attend in person with all safety measures in place.

Like many school districts, Texas City ISD is still working on its plan for the approaching school year. Measures underway or being consideredTexas City ISD has not yet announced social distancing and safety measures being implemented for the upcoming school year. Instruction methods offeredTexas City ISD has not yet announced which instruction methods it will offer for the 2020-21 school year. SurveyTCISD is still collecting feedback from parents and staff in order to finalize a plan for the 2020-21 school year. Do you have questions about Texas City ISD’s plan?

Katy ISD announced on July 23 that it will begin the school year with three weeks of online learning. Parents and students who are interested in Katy ISD’s online learning, Katy Virtual Academy, can make their choice by August 5. “On September 8, the goal is to resume plans to reopen campuses for both in-person instruction and virtual instruction. District staff and faculty will be required to wear facial coverings. Measures not in place:PartitioningClass size limitsExtracurricular activities:Students who participate in Katy Virtual Academy can partictpate in UIL-cocurricular and extracurricular activities.

With the new school year fast approaching in August, Klein ISD is set to share a comprehensive plan with parents about learning options. Klein ISD will start virtually with their Klein Online program on August 19, the district said in an update to parents on their Roadmap to Reopening website. Click here to take a peek at what Klein Online will look like this Fall. Temperature screening s - Klein ISD students who chose Klein On-Campus will conduct COVID-19 health screenings at home before coming to campus. Klein ISD Releases 2020-21 Reopening Plan, Includes Choices for both Online and On-Campus LearningRead more: https://t.co/qQ33eyYL6t https://t.co/qQ33eyYL6t — Klein ISD (@KleinISD) July 10, 2020Do you have questions about Klein ISD’s plan?

Waller ISD is working to begin the 2020-2021 school year safely. According to a letter from Superintendent Kevin Moran dated June 24, Waller ISD has received survey feedback from parents who are uncertain about the beginning of the school year. Start dateAugust 24List of measures in placeFlexible learning alternatives: Superintendent Moran says the district will bring both online and in-person instruction to parents and students should they decide. #WISDfamily - Our 2020-2021 School Year Parent & Staff Input Survey ends tomorrow at 10 a.m. https://t.co/YV8wSEWsLq pic.twitter.com/cqnhrr7VM1 — Waller ISD (@WallerISD) July 5, 2020Do you have questions about Waller ISD’s plan?

Wharton ISD is awaiting survey responses from parents as the start of the school year inches closer. Superintendent Michael O’Guin said in a video that the district is working on a plan to bring students back to school safely. Currently, there is no reopening plan posted as of Friday. The district will release more info once all feedback from district parents have been gathered. Start dateAugust 17List of measures in place:Flexible learning alternatives: O’Guin said the district will ask parents which method of learning they prefer.

Tomball ISD is looking out for the safety of students as Harris County remains a hotspot amid the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora, the district’s superintendent and her board made the ultimate decision Tuesday to push back the district’s start date to September 8. Social distancing: Students will be required to maintain a distance of 3-6 feet during class time, recess, lunchtime and bus riding. Masks: Masks are required for students in Pre-K through 12th grade on buses, school grounds, and where social distancing cannot be maintained. Measures not in place:PPEPartitioningTemperature checksClass size limitsAs preparations for our Fall 2020 reopening continue, Tomball ISD will not make any changes to the previously-approved... Posted by Tomball ISD on Tuesday, June 9, 2020Do you have questions about Tomball ISD’s plan?

Cleveland ISD is phasing in their reopening plan following state and CDC guidelines. In a July 1 video update from Superintendent Chris Trotter, he emphasized that the health and safety of all students and teachers is the district’s priority. They are still awaiting guidance from the TEA for guidance on other areas such as class size limits and extracurricular activities. Start dateAugust 19List of measures in placeFlexible learning alternatives: Cleveland ISD will offer three methods of learning: in-school, online, and hybrid, leaving room for flexibility for parents and students. Our... Posted by Cleveland Independent School District on Monday, July 6, 2020Do you have questions about Cleveland ISD’s plan?

New Caney students will return to school beginning August 10. The district published an FAQ page on the school’s reopening, which includes preliminary information about registration, mobile Wi-Fi, and Chromebook rentals. A full plan has not been revealed and the district is currently following guidelines from the CDC and the state. Start dateAugust 10List of measures in place:Sanitization: All campuses are going through a deep clean on high-touch areas during the school closure, and will be deep cleaned prior to school reopening. Fill out the form below and we’ll work to find the answer to your question.

Here’s what to know so far for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 17, 2020. Extra hand sanitizer will also be available at all Aldine ISD campuses. Social DistancingEach Aldine ISD campus has its own unique floor plan and needs. As such, each school is designing and developing a plan to address social distancing throughout the buildings and in each classroom. Mobile Breakfast – mobile carts will be stationed throughout each school to practice social distancing and speed service.

Galena Park ISD will offer face-to-face and virtual instruction for the upcoming school year. Instruction methods offeredGalena Park ISD plans to offer face-to-face as well as virtual instruction. Virtual100% Remote Learning (Virtual Instruction) using a device (Chromebook) provided by GPISD. Recent updatesMeet the new Galena Park ISD superintendent, Dr. John C. Moore. Do you have questions about Galena Park ISD’s plan?

Spring Branch is asking parents for their input on the 2020-2021 school year. During a special meeting with the Board of Trustees, Superintendent Jennifer Blaine discussed the option of starting the school year with both in-school and online instruction. No other information was provided, as the district continues to evaluate other measures to ensure the safety of students this coming August. Measures not in placeSocial distancingTemperature screeningsPartitioningMasks/PPEClass size limitsExtracurricular activitiesNo information provided at this time. Do you have questions about Spring Branch ISDs plan?

BAYTOWN, Texas Before the school year begins Goose Creek CISD has decided on the options of students receiving virtual instruction at the start of the school as well as implementing a hybrid model. The district said the hybrid model, which includes face-to-face instruction, will provide modified instructional days. Each campus has its own form to track student needs, so you will need to repeat this process for each student you would like to register for 100% virtual at-home learning, the district said. If you choose to register your child for 100% Virtual At-Home Learning, the district said the child must complete the first six weeks before changing the method of instruction. The district asks parents to register students for virtual learning on Friday, July 10.

YES Prep students are looking forward to the 2020-2021 school year. He said buses will follow strict cleaning procedures and social distancing and that the schools need feedback from parents in a survey. A spokesperson for YES Prep said the charter school district is finalizing plans for the 2020-2021 school year and will release more information in late July or early August. Attention YES Prep Families:Please visit https://t.co/oiTnD2B63h to read the latest district updates regarding student re-enrollment and the three learning program options that families can select from for the 2020-2021 school year. pic.twitter.com/YTaCKgpjyI YES Prep Public Schools (@YESPrep) July 3, 2020Do you have questions about YES Prep Public Schools plan?

As the situation regarding the coronavirus pandemic is everchanging, Crosby Independent School District, along with others, has not finalized its plans for the 2020-21 school year. Measures underway or being consideredCrosby ISD has not yet announced social distancing or safety measures it plans to implement for the upcoming school year. Instruction methods offeredCrosby ISD intends to offer face-to-face as well as virtual instruction for the upcoming school year. Students will be required to participate in the selected instruction method for the first full grading period before transitioning. Recent updatesThere are no recent updates from Crosby ISD at this time.

Virtual instructionThe student would receive 100% online instruction through Alief ISD Learns at Home or Alief Virtual School (Powered by Pearson). Alief Learns option is available to all Alief ISD students in English and Spanish. Key Differences in Alief Learns and Alief Virtual SchoolAlief Learns courses are through Schoology. Students who would like a full-time virtual learning environment for the duration of the 2020-2021 school year can use Alief Virtual School instead. The decision to place the student into Alief Learns versus the Alief Virtual School will be determined by both the parent/guardian and the school administration.

Here’s what to know for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 24, 2020. All visitors must wear face coverings when inside a GISD school or building. Schools will consider circumstances for students, staff, visitors with physical, behavioral or health challenges and work to accommodate any limitations. All riders and drivers will wear face coverings while on the bus. Face coverings required.

Friendswood ISD is near the final stages of preparing for the 2020-2021 school year. Here’s what to know for so far the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 19, 2020. Parents to new FISD students can register their child for virtual instruction beginning July 22. For returning students, virtual registration opens on August 7. Click here to complete the form if you intend for your student to participate in virtual learning for the upcoming school year.

If locker rooms can be accessed, all locker room space will be utilized to follow social distancing guidelines. Concessions and/or concession sales may be limited to encourage social distancing and to follow health and safety guidelines. Visual markers will be on the gym floor and bleachers as reminders of social distancing rules. Teachers will be in a CCISD classroom, delivering instruction in real-time a large portion of the day. pic.twitter.com/9h7WHkTZge — Clear Creek ISD (@ClearCreekISD) August 11, 2020Do you have questions about Clear Creek ISD’s plan?

Fort Bend ISD plans on offering both face-to-face and virtual instruction for the 2020-21 school year. Fort Bend ISD will comply with guidance issued by the UIL. Measures not addressed yetTransportationMeal servicesPartitionsInstruction methods offeredFort Bend ISD plans to offer face-to-face and full-time virtual instruction through a remote synchronous and asynchronous format. Recent updatesFort Bend ISD is expected to host a live stream with superintendent Charles Dupre on July 15. — Fort Bend ISD (@FortBendISD) July 14, 2020Do you have questions about Fort Bend ISD’s plan?

As Brazos ISD tries to plan for 2020-21 school year, parents are being asked to complete a short survey regarding access to transportation, technology, and more. Here’s what to know for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 13, 2020. Measures underway or being consideredBrazos ISD has not yet stated if/any social distancing or safety measures are being emplaced for the 2020-21 school year. SurveyBrazos ISD is asking parents to complete a quick, 4-question survey. Recent updatesNo recent updates regarding plans for the 2020-21 school year are available at this time.

Sealy ISD is providing both face-to-face and remote learning opportunities for students this upcoming school year. Regardless of the teaching method selected by parents, the district is responsible for providing students with 75,600 minutes of instruction. Heres what to know for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 19, 2020. Take a surveySealy ISD is asking parents to take a survey to allow the district to take parents feedback into their decision making. In July, the district intends to introduce a plan for the upcoming school year.

La Porte ISD is navigating their way through the coronavirus pandemic by introducing several measures for students as they start school this August. La Porte ISD also notified parents that any technology they were provided due to school closures, they should continue using during the 2020-2021 school year. Start dateAugust 18 (9th grade students), August 19 (Pre-K to 8th grade students, 10th-12th grade students)List of measures in placeVisitor restrictions: La Porte ISD will restrict access to visitors to campus during the 2020-2021 school year. Flexible methods of learning: District officials will provide alternative, flexible means of learning with the following: Distance learning, hybrid, and face-to-face. Measures not in place yetPartitionsClass size limitsSchedule changesFace masks/PPETemperature checksExtracurricular activitiesThe district has not evaluated any extracurricular activities or classes at this time.

Alvin ISD is giving families the choice of either face-to-face or virtual instruction for the upcoming school year. Virtual instruction will be offered through a Remote Synchronous Instruction format and a Remote Asynchronous Instruction format. Remote Synchronous Instruction: Two-way, real-time/live, virtual instruction between teachers and students when students are not on campus. Remote Asynchronous Instruction: Instruction that does not require having the instructor and student engaged at the same time. SurveyAlvin ISD would like parents who anticipate enrolling their students in virtual instruction to complete this 4-question survey.

Pearland ISD is preparing for three scenarios as the school year approaches on-campus instruction, distance learning at home, and a hybrid of the two. Heres what to know for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 19, 2020. Measures underway or being consideredSchool schedulesGrades Pre-K 4: Meet for a half day on campus each day. 1,100 students) on how to make the high school every other day, full day schedule work with the ACC-instructor courses. Custodial servicesDuring normal school operations, most custodians perform their services after the school day ends.

The first day back to school is a time of joy and pain for parents and kids alike.