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Back 2 School
Child struggling in school.
4 hours ago

EXPLAINER: Does your child hate math? They could have dyscalculia

Read full article: EXPLAINER: Does your child hate math? They could have dyscalculia
11 August 2025, Saxony, Ehrenfriedersdorf: A view of an elementary school classroom on the first day of school after the summer vacation. A new school year began on the same day for around 534,000 pupils in Saxony. This includes around 37,000 first graders. Photo: Jan Woitas/dpa (Photo by Jan Woitas/picture alliance via Getty Images)
22 hours ago

New Texas education laws to know: Cellphone ban, religious displays and more

Read full article: New Texas education laws to know: Cellphone ban, religious displays and more
B2S
1 day ago

Guess the face: KPRC 2 back-to-school throwbacks

Read full article: Guess the face: KPRC 2 back-to-school throwbacks
Weekend Repairs Prompt Bus Shuttles Along METRORail
1 day ago

HISD reports that more than 700 students signed up to ride the METRO this year. Some need tips from the โ€˜METRO Kidโ€™

Read full article: HISD reports that more than 700 students signed up to ride the METRO this year. Some need tips from the โ€˜METRO Kidโ€™

Meet Dante Arceneaux, the "METRO Kid," who shares his top tips for first-time bus riders

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2 days ago

LIST: Houston-area school districts use bus tracking technology for student safety

Read full article: LIST: Houston-area school districts use bus tracking technology for student safety

Hereโ€™s a list of school districts that do and donโ€™t enforce SMART tags.

Scorching Starts
2 days ago

Two decades of first-day Houston ISD weather trends and what to expect this year

Read full article: Two decades of first-day Houston ISD weather trends and what to expect this year

As Houston ISD students head back to class on Tuesday, the weather looks like a fairly typical late-August day.

Send us your back-to-school photos!
2 days ago

KPRC 2 answers your back-to-school questions, sharing parenting advice

Read full article: KPRC 2 answers your back-to-school questions, sharing parenting advice

School is almost back in session, and KPRC 2 wants to help prepare you by answering your questions and hearing from experts about helpful tips and suggestions for the school year.

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2 days ago

๐Ÿซ Schoolโ€™s back in session: Share your back-to-school photos with Click2Pins next week๐Ÿ“ธ

Read full article: ๐Ÿซ Schoolโ€™s back in session: Share your back-to-school photos with Click2Pins next week๐Ÿ“ธ

The new school year is starting across the Houston area, and KPRC 2 invites the community to share their back-to-school photos on Click2Pins.

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Tax-free, thrift, and giveaways: How Houston parents can save on school shopping

Read full article: Tax-free, thrift, and giveaways: How Houston parents can save on school shopping

Houston parents can save on back-to-school shopping through Texas' annual tax-free weekend from August 8-10, where essentials like clothing, backpacks, and school supplies are exempt from sales tax, provided individual items are under $100.

Send us your back-to-school photos!

Back-to-School โ€˜Never To Doโ€™ tips with KPRC 2 anchor Daniella Guzman

Read full article: Back-to-School โ€˜Never To Doโ€™ tips with KPRC 2 anchor Daniella Guzman

Hey parents! As the school year gets underway, KPRC 2 anchor Danielle Guzman is here to share some crucial โ€œnever to doโ€ tips for supporting your kids without added stress.

Third Ward Back to School Block Party at Grooves

Groove into the school year this Saturday at Third Ward block party with free haircuts, manicures, and supplies!

Read full article: Groove into the school year this Saturday at Third Ward block party with free haircuts, manicures, and supplies!

Headed back to school? Grooves of Houston is giving away free backpacks, supplies, haircuts, and more at a Third Ward block party this Saturday. Open to all familiesโ€”no registration required.

No phones allowed

Texas schools preparing for cell phone-free classrooms under new state law

Read full article: Texas schools preparing for cell phone-free classrooms under new state law

This law affects students from kindergarten to 12th grade, prohibiting the use of smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and other personal communication devices in classrooms.

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Free haircuts, backpacks, and more: Houston area Alpha Kappa Alpha chapters host back-to-school drive

Read full article: Free haircuts, backpacks, and more: Houston area Alpha Kappa Alpha chapters host back-to-school drive

Get ready for an amazing day of giving back and gearing up for the school year!

HISD

School is starting soon. Some changes at HISD that you need to know about

Read full article: School is starting soon. Some changes at HISD that you need to know about

As the 2025-2026 school year approaches, Houston ISD is set to undergo significant transformations!

HISD board to hear presentation on takeover transition

HISD has zero F-rated schools this year, according to the latest state accountability ratings

Read full article: HISD has zero F-rated schools this year, according to the latest state accountability ratings

This year, 74% of HISD schools earned an A or B rating in the stateโ€™s 2024-2025 accountability ratings.

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Fewer Texas students getting vaccinated: Rising exemptions threaten herd immunity, experts warn

Read full article: Fewer Texas students getting vaccinated: Rising exemptions threaten herd immunity, experts warn

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a troubling trend: fewer kindergarteners in Texas are receiving routine childhood vaccinations, while exemptions are on the rise.

A child receives the measles vaccine in the town square of Salinas Victoria, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico, on July 18, 2025. (Photo by Julio Cesar AGUILAR / AFP) (Photo by JULIO CESAR AGUILAR/AFP via Getty Images)

Donโ€™t have time or money for Houston studentโ€™s school vaccines?

Read full article: Donโ€™t have time or money for Houston studentโ€™s school vaccines?

The article provides information on back-to-school immunization events in the Houston area and surrounding counties. It highlights no-to-low-cost vaccine opportunities for school-aged children, detailing event dates and locations, as well as additional health services offered. The piece encourages early registration due to limited availability and offers resources for those outside Houston.

Sistah 2 Sistah hosts back-to-school drive for students

Empowering the next generation: Sister 2 Sistah delivers real talk and tools for success to students at YES Prep

Read full article: Empowering the next generation: Sister 2 Sistah delivers real talk and tools for success to students at YES Prep

This event, themed "Building Intergenerational Help for a Stronger Houston," brought together civic leaders, entrepreneurs, and passionate youth for a day of empowerment and growth.

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Back-to-school lunches: How to keep your family happy, healthy and hydrated

Read full article: Back-to-school lunches: How to keep your family happy, healthy and hydrated

With triple-digit temperatures, parents are advised to pack safe and nutritious school lunches focusing on protein-rich and minimally processed foods such as wraps, sandwiches, pasta, and rice bowls.

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Helping kids return to school after trauma: Community grieves together

Read full article: Helping kids return to school after trauma: Community grieves together

In the aftermath of the Hill Country floods, communities are collectively grieving, and parents face the challenge of helping children return to school while managing their trauma.

A classroom at Alfonso Borrego Sr. Elementary School in San Elizario on July 23, 2024.

Bible references in public school lessons? What Texasโ€™ new Bluebonnet Curriculum means for your child

Read full article: Bible references in public school lessons? What Texasโ€™ new Bluebonnet Curriculum means for your child

Texas is making waves in education with the introduction of the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum.

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Houston entrepreneurs team up to give back to kids in need

Read full article: Houston entrepreneurs team up to give back to kids in need

Three Houston entrepreneurs, Chris Boykins, Fred Weary, and Joseph Roquemore, are collaborating to support local youth through their nonprofit organizations.

Marion, Orange counties offering back to school vaccines

Health fairs, giveaways, and vaccines: Houston preps for back-to-school season

Read full article: Health fairs, giveaways, and vaccines: Houston preps for back-to-school season

As the school year approaches in Houston, the city is hosting various initiatives to ensure students are well-prepared and healthy.

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3 simple ways Houston parents can save big on back-to-school shopping ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ“š

Read full article: 3 simple ways Houston parents can save big on back-to-school shopping ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ“š

Experts say this year, just like everything else, itโ€™s going to cost you more money to buy all that back-to-school gear. KPRC 2โ€ฒs Bill Spencer is looking for brand new ways you can save money.

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The Houston Rockets all set to host 3rd annual Back-To-School Bash

Read full article: The Houston Rockets all set to host 3rd annual Back-To-School Bash

This yearโ€™s event, which is open to the public, will be at Moody Community Center featuring a backpack giveaway and a distribution of school supplies for up to 1,000 students.

Send us your back-to-school photos!

Back-to-school dates for Houston area districts

Read full article: Back-to-school dates for Houston area districts

Summer vacation is winding down, and it's time to prepare for the upcoming 2025-26 school year.

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Houston ISD transportation requests still open for 2025โ€“26 school year

Read full article: Houston ISD transportation requests still open for 2025โ€“26 school year

Houston ISD families can still submit transportation requests for the 2025โ€“26 school year despite the priority deadline passing.

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Houston back-to-school: List of places giving away free, discounted school supplies

Read full article: Houston back-to-school: List of places giving away free, discounted school supplies

The cost of school supplies and clothes have skyrocketed this year, but that doesnโ€™t mean your student has to miss out on the latest styles. Hereโ€™s a list of resources to help your child start the year off right without putting a strain on your wallet.

Volunteers fill backpacks for 25K Central Florida students

Three free school supply events to help more than 1,100 kids across the Greater Houston area this summer

Read full article: Three free school supply events to help more than 1,100 kids across the Greater Houston area this summer

More than 1,100 students across the Houston area are getting free backpacks and school supplies this summer, thanks to local dealership employees stepping up to support families ahead of the new school year.

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We love teachers! Help Houston Life celebrate amazing educators as they head back to school

Read full article: We love teachers! Help Houston Life celebrate amazing educators as they head back to school

Houston Life and Shell Federal Credit Union are teaming up once again to show some special teachers some love as they head back to the classroom.

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This nutritionist-backed meal idea will take the guesswork out of packing school lunch

Read full article: This nutritionist-backed meal idea will take the guesswork out of packing school lunch

Do you want to elevate your lunch game? Maybe time away from you in the morning, you're deciding between homemade vs pre-packaged foods, or you just want to make sure your child's meal is balanced and delicious. Registered dietitian with Milk & Honey Nutrition, Mary Ellen Phipps is here to help us all out.

There are plenty of critics.

Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles focusing on successes, not critics

Read full article: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles focusing on successes, not critics

This week, the state-installed superintendent of HISD sat down with KPRC 2 Investigates to call attention to the districtโ€™s successes during his first year at the helm.

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โ€˜Making good headwayโ€™: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles visits 3 campuses, addresses hiccups on 2nd day of school

Read full article: โ€˜Making good headwayโ€™: Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles visits 3 campuses, addresses hiccups on 2nd day of school

Houston ISDโ€™s new school year started officially started yesterday.

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Watch Houston Life surprise a kindergarten teacher while she was teaching a class!

Read full article: Watch Houston Life surprise a kindergarten teacher while she was teaching a class!

Teachers can significantly impact their studentsโ€™ lives and often give more than they receive. This week on Houston Life, we celebrate teachers throughout the greater Houston area by teaming up with our friends from Shell Federal Credit Union to deliver surprise gift baskets. San Jacinto Kindergarten teacher Ms. Kaileigh Dempsey was our Tuesday honoree!

National Thrift Store Day in Houston

Come along with us as we pop into Houston area thrift stores ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ›๏ธ

Read full article: Come along with us as we pop into Houston area thrift stores ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ›๏ธ

Join us as we explore the BEST Houston thrift stores ahead of National Thrift Store Day! #ThriftShopping #Houston

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Watch Houston Life surprise a Second Grade teacher while she is teaching!

Read full article: Watch Houston Life surprise a Second Grade teacher while she is teaching!

Ms. Nealey was in the middle of teaching class when the Houston Life camera burst in to surprise the second grade teacher. Tearing up over the honor, Ms. Nealey said it was wonderful to be recognized for her work in the classroom.

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Hey parents! Ease your kids back into school with these small changes and tips

Read full article: Hey parents! Ease your kids back into school with these small changes and tips

Summer vacation is behind us and the kids are back in school. From staying organized to keeping track of homework and assignments, watch the player above for tips to help set your kids up for success in the new school year.

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Klein YOUniversity: School district offers new resource to share information between parents, students and teachers

Read full article: Klein YOUniversity: School district offers new resource to share information between parents, students and teachers

Klein ISD launches new resource to enhance partnerships with parents and students focusing on campus safety, digital safety, and new training for staff and police. #BackToSchool #Education #CommunitySafety

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Katy ISD says students canโ€™t have cell phones on during school hours, and itโ€™s not the only district cracking down๐Ÿ“ฒ๐Ÿšซ

Read full article: Katy ISD says students canโ€™t have cell phones on during school hours, and itโ€™s not the only district cracking down๐Ÿ“ฒ๐Ÿšซ

One major district in the Greater Houston area has announced a new cell phone policy that is being widely discussed as the school year gets underway.

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๐Ÿซ Schoolโ€™s in session: Share your back-to-school photos with Click2Pins ๐Ÿ“ธ

Read full article: ๐Ÿซ Schoolโ€™s in session: Share your back-to-school photos with Click2Pins ๐Ÿ“ธ

The new school year is starting across the Houston area, and KPRC 2 invites the community to share their back-to-school photos on Click2Pins.

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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 Monday

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.

A heat advisory is in effect through 7PM. Please be careful when you are outside in the elements.

Awful August heat continues for back-to-school kiddos

Read full article: Awful August heat continues for back-to-school kiddos

I know, I know, itโ€™s August and we are always hot.

School busses are parked at the Austin Independent School District bus center on July 10, 2020 in Sunset Valley. The Texas Electric School Bus Project, a nonprofit organization that advocates for electric school buses, estimates that somewhere between 13 and 20 electric school buses are on the road in Texas and approximately 170 additional buses have been ordered.

Houston ISD is starting up next week, leading to transportation concerns

Read full article: Houston ISD is starting up next week, leading to transportation concerns

HISD has made cuts to 85 school bus routes

KPRC 2 is back on the campus of Fleming Middle School

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 takeover

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.

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More Southeast Texas school districts start classes this week

Read full article: More Southeast Texas school districts start classes this week

More Southeast Texas school districts are heading back to class this week.

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