Not everyone wants to sit in a classroom for four years, and for some careers that isn’t necessary. The Electrician Career Academy at Trio Education offers a fast-track, hands-on program designed to get students working in a high-demand field.
Texas has long failed to get most of its students the higher education credentials the workforce increasingly demands. But recent laws that reward schools for helping students succeed later in life could help the state make up lost ground, experts say. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regularly tracks if students enrolled in eighth grade […]
HISD expands Barbara Jordan Career Center, offering students districtwide hands-on training in careers like automotive, culinary, and cybersecurity, with modern facilities and dual-credit options for college and career readiness.
The former Houston ISD superintendent was the first Black person to lead the Department of Education and helped launch the No Child Left Behind Act.
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has opened its annual school choice application for families looking to explore hundreds of neighborhood and specialty schools and select the best one that fits their children’s needs.
Tuesday marks one year since Houston Independent School District loss one of its student-athletes due to a tragic incident involving a Union Pacific train.
HISD enrollment dropped by more than 8,300 students this year. The district says population shifts and statewide trends are driving the decline and that it’s working to keep families in the district.
Houston ISD announced it will not move forward with any school closures for the 2026–27 school year, giving families and staff clarity while the district evaluates long-term facility needs.
The investigation into the Houston Independent School District by the Harris County District Attorney’s Office is ongoing according to an email sent last Thursday by the Assistant District Attorney of the Public Integrity Division to the parents who filed criminal complaints last winter and spring.
Three school district leaders at The Texas Tribune Festival said the Texas Education Agency’s reliance on state takeovers to improve academic performance threatens local control.
Houston Independent School District will host its first School Choice Fair of the school year, giving families a chance to explore neighborhood, magnet and specialty school options ahead of the district’s application window.
With six Houston ISD schools earning statewide recognition, local educators continue to demonstrate that academic excellence, equity, and opportunity can thrive together.
Officials confirmed Monday that there is no fire at Bellaire High School, despite a social media post showing an AI-generated image of the campus engulfed in flames.
A Houston mother says she lost her job as a United Airlines flight attendant after confronting Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles at an airport earlier this year and now, she’s accusing district leadership of retaliation.
A gas leak prompted the evacuation of McReynolds Middle School in east Houston Wednesday morning, leaving several students hospitalized with heat-related symptoms, Houston Fire Department said.
Houston ISD is expanding its own news operation and with that growth comes a growing debate over transparency and control.
KPRC 2 spoke with the parent who made the allegations that her 4-year-old child was sexually assaulted by the teacher.
Transportation to school is a major challenge for many families during back-to-school season, but it is even more difficult for students with severe disabilities.
Parents at Durham Elementary School have issued a scathing open letter to HISD leadership, calling out what they describe starting the school year as “chaos, disruption, and fear-based tactics” since their school was designated a “Special Focus” campus.
The meetings come weeks after 2 Investigates exposed finger pointing between the DA’s office and the Texas Rangers as to whether or not anyone was investigating the sworn complaints made by at least ten parents.
A football game Friday night between Yates and Madison high schools was canceled after chaos erupted from the crowd at Barnett Stadium, according to the Houston Independent School District.
Parents at Durham Elementary School are voicing frustration and confusion after several teachers were abruptly reassigned to “home duty” with no clear explanation from Houston ISD.
When we asked Ann Eagleton how many times the DA’s office had contacted her since filing a report, Eagleton made a gesture with her hand and said, “Zero times.”
Mayor John Whitmire has implemented stronger traffic control measures to protect students walking near Lamar High School.
The upgrades come as the district acknowledges that more than 30% of its schools are over 50 years old, with widespread infrastructure issues that directly affect student learning.
The district has identified 17 campuses as “Special Focus” schools not failing, but schools rated C or D that need more support to become A or B schools.
Texas Education Agency Commissioner, Mike Morath will discuss the Houston Independent School District’s accountability ratings
Bethany Hill, whose son attends Field Elementary, said she has tried to access ParentSquare at least 10 times on Tuesday without success.
Mike Miles, Houston Independent School District’s superintendent, will hold a press conference to address the first day of school and take questions.
As students prepare for the first day of school, some Houston Independent School District (HISD) parents are scrambling to figure out transportation after last-minute changes to bus stops. Several parents reached out to 2 Helps You team with concerns about the sudden adjustments.
Join us in congratulating KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy on his induction into the Houston ISD Athletics Hall of Honor!
Houston ISD has partnered with METRO to offer eligible high school students free access to public transit through a METRO Q® Card, easing transportation challenges and reducing costs for families.
Starting September 1st, Texas schools are implementing a new law that bans personal wireless devices during school hours.
In the 2024-2025 school year, Houston ISD struggled with significant air conditioning issues, leading to numerous disruptions across multiple campuses, including Heights High School, Pugh Elementary, and Wheatley High School.
KPRC 2 has extensively covered air conditioning issues within HISD campuses. Back in May, Heights High School was forced to dismiss students early due to A/C problems.
This year, 74% of HISD schools earned an A or B rating in the state’s 2024-2025 accountability ratings.
As the new school year kicks off on August 12, Houston ISD is implementing a new statewide policy that prohibits K-12 students from using cell phones during school hours.
Sinclair Elementary School in Houston ISD offered therapy dog sessions with Justice, a Bernese Mountain Dog known for comforting students during difficult times, following the tragic death of 10-year-old student Greta Toranzo after Central Texas floods.
The parents of a Bellaire High School student filed a federal lawsuit against the Houston Independent School District (HISD), alleging that the district violated their constitutional rights by referring to their daughter as a boy without their consent.
Thursday was an emotional evening at the Houston Independent School District’s board meeting.
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath applauded the district for its improvements while citing the need for more time to “achieve lasting success for students.”
The Texas Senate has passed House Bill 4 with a 23-8 vote, citing Houston ISD's academic improvements under Superintendent Mike Miles as an example of effective accountability.
Landon Payton, a student at Marshall Middle School, collapsed and died during a gym class in August 2024. Despite immediate medical assistance from school staff and EMS, the cause of death remains "undetermined" on his death certificate.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson hosted the third annual G-Unity Hustle Tank, a Shark Tank-style competition for Houston students turned entrepreneurs.
We previously reported on the $1.5 million that HISD spent on a consulting group to persuade voters to “support” a now-failed district bond during the November 2024 elections. Here’s a more in-depth look at what happened.
After class was dismissed early on Monday for some Houston ISD students because of a faulty air conditioning system, the district is sending out its HVAC teams early Tuesday morning to ensure campuses are cooling properly.
Houston ISD confirmed they have HVAC technicians working to address the issues and said in part "spot coolers will be transported and installed where necessary."
What started with no mirrors, no studio, and a lot of imagination has become one of Houston ISD’s most celebrated elementary dance programs. Under the passionate leadership of Amber Ferguson, Thurgood Marshall’s young dancers are not only winning competitions across all grade levels—they’re building confidence, creativity, and community along the way.
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.
More than 400 Houston ISD teachers will not be returning to their teaching positions in the upcoming school year. The district has now explained why.
Lawmakers in 2017 took a major step to end most child marriages. However, emancipated teenagers 16 and older can get married.
The Hobby Center, in partnership with ExxonMobil, is expanding its free arts program for Houston-area 5th-graders, allowing up to 40,000 students to experience live theater performances during the school day.
The family of a seven-year-old student at a Houston ISD elementary school is speaking out after they said their child was sexually assaulted by a fellow student in the school’s bathroom.
Houston ISD announced several changes coming to the way students get to and from school.
Residents near Houston ISD’s Sam Houston High School are expressing worries over student safety as videos reveal students leaving campus during school hours, leading to violent confrontations.
The Texas Education Agency has released updated A-F ratings for public schools and districts, after legal delays. The new accountability system shows a drop in student growth scores compared to 2022, leading to lower ratings for many.
Chronic absenteeism is a growing concern in Houston's schools, impacting student achievement and school funding.
As the Texas House expects to vote on a bill to create a $1 billion school voucher, a showdown is expected between optimistic supporters and critics hoping to sink the vote again, as they did in 2023.
There is a push in our backyard by State Senator Mayes Middleton to reconstruct how our state government looks and operates in the future. The approach is to not only save money for Texans, but also to make government more efficient in the Lone Star State.
Parents of students in Houston ISD’s “Preparing Students for Independence” (PSI) program say they’re gearing up—yet again—for a fight they hoped was behind them.
This new system ties teacher salaries to student success, instructional quality, and effectiveness, moving away from traditional salary schedules. What do you think about this?
An Instagram post by the Council of American Islamic Relations alleges a violent attack against 3 Afghan girls, that has since gone viral, but Houston ISD said the details they shared "do not match the facts of the investigation."
On Monday, KPRC 2 Investigates revealed at least nine criminal complaints filed with Harris County District Attorney’s Office in connection to the Houston Independent School District’s taxpayer-funded rollout of last year’s massive $4-billion-dollar bond election.
It was in early February that KPRC 2 Investigates first exposed potential electioneering by the Houston Independent School District during last year’s controversial bond election.
In the wake of the tragic loss of 15-year-old Sergio Rodriguez, the Rodriguez family is expressing their heartfelt gratitude to the Texas Legislature and those working to enhance railroad crossing safety.
HISD has cause for celebration this week, as a district record three schools have made the state final in boys basketball, something that has never been done in the district’s long history.
Superintendent Mike Miles outlines plans to balance the budget by 2026-2027.
One of the bills limits where smoke shops can operate; something KPRC 2 touched on when a Houston ISD parent was concerned about how close a smoke shop was to Wharton Dual Language Academy.
Concerns have led to four criminal complaints being filed. Despite the district's silence, parents are urging the Harris County District Attorney to investigate.
Houston ISD has reported zero truancy prevention measures to the Texas Education Agency over the past four years, despite thousands of students being marked truant each year.
Houston schools are facing a tough challenge with truancy as alarming new data reveals over 60,000 unexcused absences last year alone.
Houston ISD joins other school districts in a lawsuit against social media companies for allegedly causing emotional and physical harm to students.