Houston ISD parents, teachers protest โresign or terminateโ ultimatum given to principal
It was a large turnout at Meyerland Middle School, where demonstrators gathered in hopes of saving their principal. Hundreds of people chanted and held signs outside Meyerland Middle School in support of Principal Auden Sarabia.
โIโm not teaching to testโ: Fleming Middle School takes different approach to STAAR preparation
Join the discussion on how Fleming Middle School is taking a different approach to STAAR preparation! Find out how they are focusing on real-life scenarios and critical thinking skills to ensure student success. #Education #STAARPrep #CriticalThinking #StudentSuccess
How emerging bilingual students at Fleming Middle School tackle NES model
There have been several changes and challenges in HISD this school year. For one group of students, emerging bilingual students, navigating through the NES system without speaking the native language has presented its own barriers. But, despite the challenges, they are still making strides.
Houston ISDโs teacher evaluation system offers on-the-spot training and evaluations, but is it making a difference?
As part of the Houston Independent School District's NES model, teachers are evaluated daily on their performance. We looked at this practice during our visit to Fleming Middle School to see if it was working. Here's what we discovered:
Changes in HISD: What is the โScience of Readingโ and is it working for students
๐ข Check out the latest article in our "Focus on Fleming" series! ๐๐ We delve into the impact of the NES model on HISD campuses and explore how it's shaping the learning experience. Meet Mrs. Cooper, Fleming Middle School's passionate Teacher of the Year, and discover the Science of Reading course that's bridging literacy gaps. Get an exclusive look inside HISD's curriculum department and learn how you can ensure your child gets the education they deserve. Don't miss out! Read more on our website.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles clarifies proficiency review for principals
Houston Independent School Districtโs Superintendent Mike Miles addressed and clarified communication on the districtโs performance screening after more than 100 principles got notices last week they interpreted as threats that if they didnโt improve, they could lose their jobs.
A look inside Houston ISDโs DYAD Program, teaching life skills through gardening, music and fine arts
Check out how the DYAD Program at Houston ISD is transforming education by teaching students life skills through gardening! ๐ฑ๐ป This innovative program aims to empower students and tackle food deserts in the community. Learn more about this inspiring initiative in our latest article. #DYADProgram #EducationTransformation #GardeningForChange
HISD students at NES schools tested โsignificantlyโ higher in reading, math exams than students at non-NES campuses
Is the New Education System model established by Houston Independent School Districtโs state-appointed superintendent, Mike Miles, working? Thatโs the question many people want to know.
Houston ISDโs number of D and F-rated schools much higher than in past years, Superintendent Miles says
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles held a news conference Tuesday to discuss the analysis of the 2022-2023 state accountability data, which he said was not a surprise to him.
Organization surprises more than 500 HISD students with visit from local celebrities, gifts at surprise Christmas event
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner, and the Daisie Foundation are hoping to spread holiday cheer by surprising children at Young Elementary School with a Holiday Magic Event on Tuesday.
Houston ISD releases final plan to become โDistrict of Innovationโ: What this means for campuses
The Houston Independent School District is no longer trying to increase class sizes for pre-kindergarten through fourth-grade students. The proposal was removed from the districtโs final district of innovation plan release Friday afternoon.
15% improvement now required for STAAR test scores after HISD board vote
The Houston Independent School District Board of Trustees have voted to approve four student outcome goals set forth by the district in hopes of improving student test scores and readiness for once they leave the classroom over the next five years.
HISD superintendent says he will pay โteacher expertsโ to review curriculum after inappropriate lesson appears online
The Houston Independent School District is responding to an inappropriate lesson plan circulating on social media that was supposed to be taught to middle school students in the districtโs New Education System-aligned campuses.
Support for Houston ISDโs Spanish speakers has dwindled under state-appointed leader, parents say
For one reading class, Superintendent Mike Miles said instruction would focus on English, even if it meant risking state funding for dual-language programs. Parents say it goes further than that, adding that their kids are receiving no assistance in Spanish at all.
โNo excusesโ: Superintendent Miles pushes for โhigh-performance cultureโ in district
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles held a meeting Wednesday with his leadership team to introduce his plans on how to make the district a โhigh-performance culture,โ along with his goals for improving accountability amongst teachers and administrators.
Focus on Fleming Middle School: What campus life is like under state takeover
Fleming Middle School Principal, Devin Adams, acknowledges the hesitations many community members have regarding the Houston Independent School Districtโs state takeover and the newly implemented curriculum at 28 New Education System campuses and 57 NES-aligned schools.
HISD adopts state-approved teacher evaluation system in response to lawsuit
During a Houston Independent School District board meeting last week, Superintendent Mike Miles said the district has decided to implement the state-approved T-TESS Evaluation System rather than a new teacher evaluation system.
Lawsuit filed against HISD superintendent, school board due to alleged illegal teacher evaluation system
The Houston Federation of Teachers filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles and the school board for implementing the new teacher evaluation system.
โStand up for whatโs right!โ: Teachers, faculty continue to express concerns about promised salaries at Houston ISD
With just a few days before the first day of school, many people continue to reach out to KPRC 2 for help getting answers. They say their current pay does not match what the district promised them when they signed up to do the job.
Community leaders host block walk to inform parents about HISD library cuts
An organization that unites Houston parents, educators, students, and community members to advocate for policies that strengthens HISDโs school system is spreading awareness of what is happening to schools since the takeover.
Questions loom about former HISD Trustee who went on vacation after entering guilty plea for conspiracy tied to bribes
Former Houston Independent School District Board of Education president, Rhonda Skillern-Jones, entered a guilty plea back in Oct. 2021 for conspiracy tied to bribes within the district. Now, she's traveling overseas at her leisure. Experts question if she's not being held accountable.
Former HISD secretary who embezzled school funds, set fire to campus in cover-up attempt ordered to pay restitution
A former secretary at a Houston Independent School District elementary school pleaded guilty this week to stealing about $35,000 in school activity funds, then setting a small fire at the campus in a failed attempt to cover up her theft, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Former HISD school board discusses upcoming changes within the district
Several ousted Houston ISD elected board members joined together virtually to speak with the community Tuesday. They say the purpose was to walk people through the proposed policy changes that Superintendent Mike Miles wants the new state-appointed board to approve.
Mayor Sylvester Turner speaks out against HISDโs plan to transform 28 school libraries
The Houston Independent School Districtโs library closure controversy continues as Mayor Sylvester Turner prepares to hold a news conference alongside faith and city leaders on Monday to denounce HISDโs plan.
Following recent criticism, HISD Superintendent Mike Miles invites Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to tour NES schools
Following recent criticism from Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles has written a letter to Turner, inviting him to tour New Education System (NES) aligned schools on the first week back from summer break.