Katy ISD says students canโt have cell phones on during school hours, and itโs not the only district cracking down๐ฒ๐ซ
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.
Will school let you know before they do a lockdown drill?
As we help get your family classroom ready itโs not just reading, writing and math your students are learning, they will also learn about lockdowns, evacuations and sheltering in place. There are six different types of safety drills Texas students will practice this school year. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis explains the difference so you can talk to your child about what theyโre learning.
After Uvalde school shooting, new laws address police training, response to active shooters
The stuttered and calamitous police response to the Robb Elementary School shooting stunned the entire country and prompted lawmakers to address gaps in police training and response to school shootings. Lawmakers recently passed several laws that add training requirements for officers and call for better coordination in rural counties.
From teens to toddlers hereโs some tips on combatting screen time
Dana Sheridan, counselor from The Village School, joins Sofia Ojeda on KPRC 2 News Today at 10 to talk about the impact of screen time exposure on developmental delays in children, and how to make changes at home to help.
Addressing threatening behavior at Texas schools
While much of the discussion about school safety has recently revolved around putting armed security on every campus and increasing police training, there is less highlighted work being done on campuses across the state to spot potential problems before they spiral into violent behavior.
Parents concerned for future of HISD program serving special needs
The Preparing Students for Independence program at T.H. Rogers serves students with unique needs that cannot be met at their zoned Houston Independent School District campus.
New state law aimed to prevent students from vaping starts Sept. 1; Some parents say itโs much needed
The penalty for vaping in Texas schools just got a lot harsher. Starting, Sept. 1 any student caught on school property with a vape will have to go to an alternative school program.
Classroom Ready: Changes to HISDโs Special Needs program
Several parents with students in the Houston Independent School District said they are worried that the only program created for severely disabled children may soon be gone.
Mother says Cy-Fair ISD kindergartner wrongly picked up, dropped off by school bus after agreement was made
A mother says she panicked after her kindergartener was placed on a school bus and dropped off, even though she says there was an agreement that heโd be picked up from school.
What parents need to know about school bus safety inspections
KPRC 2 is getting you classroom ready. With tens of thousands of students across the Houston area riding the bus to school every day, the safety of those vehicles is always top of mind for parents. School districts are required to abide by strict regulations. KPRC 2 talked to Kayne Smith, Director of Transportation Services at CyFair ISD, who walked us through the inspection process step by step.
Montgomery ISD armed with silent panic alerts system for increased school safety
From locked doors to school police, while walking through the halls of Lake Creek High School in Montgomery Independent School District youโre going to see signs of security.
Over 90,000 Katy ISD students return to the classrooms Wednesday
Students in Katy ISD are headed back to the classrooms Wednesday morning, and several new schools within the district are opening their doors for the first time.
This program at Memorial Hermann Southwest helps kick-start medical careers for students
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital is investing in its surrounding underserved communities and creating opportunities for those who may not have the chance to further their education financially on their own.
Buy now, pay later: Is it a friend or a foe?
Parents know the back-to-school financial struggle all too well. You gotta buy pencils, paper, safety scissors and not to mention the pressure to buy a new wardrobe for the kids. It all adds up. But what if you split it up over four interest-free payments?
Do you have a high school senior prepping for college? Hereโs what to do to get ahead.
Itโs an exciting year for seniors but itโs also a time to look ahead to the next chapter in their lives: college.
Nonprofit to hold events to provide back to school supplies, health screenings for families as school year approaches
The Civic Heart Community Services nonprofit is holding two back to school events this month to provide families with supplies and health services, the organization said in a news release.
Sonal Bhuchar Elementary among 3 new Fort Bend ISD schools welcoming students for the first time
As students in Fort Bend ISD return to the classrooms, three brand new schools within the Fort Bend Independent School District welcomed students for the first time Wednesday morning.
Humble ISD introduces new virtual reality program that enhances learning experience for middle, high school students
Many students around the Houston area are heading back to the classrooms this Wednesday morning!
A portable threat on school campuses first exposed by KPRC 2 Investigates in 2018 remains a concern for officials
How does law enforcement view portable classrooms? โA red flag of danger,โ according to former HPD Captain Greg Fremin. There are various reasons as to why the safety of those inside can be viewed as more challenging to ensure than teachers and students in a main building.
Stop sharing personal information! How โBack-to-Schoolโ photos can endanger your child, family, finances
The first day of school is around the corner. As many kids are picking out their fashionable attire to impress their new friends, parents are expected to snap photos of their children and post them to their social media to share those moments with family and friends.
Securing schools: 4 devices made to stop an intruder in the classroom
As we start another school year, one big concern for parents is security in the schools. We are looking into four devices made to stop an intruder from entering the classroom.
Hundreds attend Houston Mayorโs Back 2 School Festival
As the new school year approaches, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Shell have partnered to get students ready to go back to the classroom with the Mayorโs Back to School Festival
Harris County authorities aim to put deputy constables on patrol in school districts in effort to improve student safety
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman is going to assign many deputy constables to school districts to help improve student safety this school year.
A.I. parenting? How ChatGPT may help or hurt parents in everyday tasks
Artificial Intelligence has become helpful in so many areas -- playing music, turning off lights and helping us drive safer. But what about Parenthood?
Lightning-fast, active shooter alert system for schools
When gunfire breaks out on any school campus, we all know the most important thing is to get armed officers and first responders to the exact spot where that shooter is located as quickly as possible.
Securing Schools: Bill Spencer tests 4 devices designed to protect children in a classroom
In the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, parents, teachers, and school districts are working to find ways to keep classrooms secure.
Classroom Ready: Vaccines your kids need from Kindergarten to college
Texas schools require immunizations against preventable diseases and most of whatโs required will be given before students enroll in Kindergarten.
What questions do you have for Houston-area educators? KPRC 2 wants to get them answered for you in our live panel
KPRC 2 is focusing on making sure families are Classroom Ready.
School vaccination: What you need to know before school starts
Dr. David Persse, Chief Medical Officer for the City of Houston, joins KPRC 2+ at 7 to help us understand exactly when children need their shots against preventable diseases.
5 ways to save money on school supplies
KPRC 2 is helping you get classroom ready. We are always looking for ways to save time and money stocking up on all the school supplies your child needs. No matter which type of shopper you are we think youโll find value to this list of ways to save on back-to-school shopping.
Texas Sales Tax Holiday is August 11-13: What you need to know to save money on school clothes, supplies
You can save money on clothes and school supplies during the stateโs sales tax holiday from Aug. 11-13 this year.
Mad Hatta to help host โBack 2 School Summitโ at George R. Brown Convention Center for Houston area students
The World Youth Foundation is holding a free Back 2 School Summit Sunday, July 23, at The George R. Brown Convention Center. The event will be hosted by the Madd Hatta, Houstonโs legendary radio personality and music executive.
Are you Classroom Ready? Weโre here to answer your questions and prepare you for back to school!
Donโt panic, but schools go back into session in just weeks! So are you ready? KPRC 2 will help you prepare for school through our new station initiative, Classroom Ready.
BACK 2 SCHOOL: Knowing when to see a doctor after a sports injury
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.
โWatch D.O.G.S.โ helping keep children safe while volunteering at Katy ISD schools
โWatch D.O.G.S.,โ or โDads of Great Students,โ is a father or male-involvement initiative that has really taken off in Katy ISD.
Classroom Ready: Here are some steps to keep students safe as they head back to class
With students heading back into the classroom soon, the American Red Cross, Texas Gulf Coast Region, wanted to help kids remain safe as they head back to school.
Back to school: Here are some safety tips for pedestrians and cyclists as we prepare to share the road again
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.
Sending your child off to school for the first time? A stress-free guide
Whether itโs pre-school, kindergarten, or even daycare, separating from your child can be tough -- in a lot of cases, tougher on the parents than the kids.