Pushback is growing after Houston ISD announced plans to close 12 schools, with eight campuses located in Northeast Houston. Families and alumni say the closures could impact students and neighborhood stability, while the district cites building conditions and declining enrollment.

A former principal at a HISD elementary school has been named as a contestant on TLC’s ’90 Day: Hunt for Love’, a reality show for romantic hopefuls.

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.

Parents and students both had the opportunity to address Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles and the school board for the first time since the staff reorganization at Harvard Elementary school—and they didn’t hold back.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Our team of reporters has been working to get answers but the district is only giving vague responses.

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.

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.

According to HISD administrators, four out of 247 schools are currently dealing with air conditioning issues.

Harvard Elementary School in the Heights opened on September 18, 1898. Now, 125 years later, it's the oldest school still open in the entire city.