Jerel Ward Griffin, a former instructional aide at Glenda Dawson High School in Pearland, was arrested on March 26 for allegedly sending inappropriate images and videos to a 14-year-old student, constituting a charge of Online Solicitation of a Minor.

Niche’s 2025 rankings highlight Katy ISD as the top-rated school district in the Houston area, securing the #7 spot in Texas.

A Pearland student says he was singled out and punished for a vape that he didn’t even have.

A look at the newly renovated space the teachers are going to love, plus tips to help you tackle your own projects on a budget.

Due to an arctic cold front moving into the Houston area this week, several school districts are closing their campuses on Tuesday.

Big Game Coverage presents Thursday night football on KPRC 2. This upcoming Thursday, two Pearland ISD powerhouses, Pearland High and Shadow Creek, go head to head at Freedom Field during primetime at 7 p.m. on KPRC 2. Tune in at 6:30 for a pre-game show.

More than a decade of personal data was stolen from Pearland ISD, according to a letter that went out to parents, staff and students in the district last week.

Wednesday at 1pm we're celebrating a student from Pearland ISD who's graduating 3rd in her class. Before heading off to college at MIT, we're highlighting Faith Victoria Ni's high school career which includes using her engineering and AP art skills to create a large art installation that is now a part of her school.

Each year, thousands of Houston Rodeo attendees marvel at the top-notch Western art displayed in the NRG Center. From sketches, pastels and watercolors, to oil and acrylic on canvas and even clay sculptures, the outstanding student-made artwork in the Hayloft Gallery rivals that of seasoned professionals.

Parents are expressing their frustration with Pearland High School for limiting the capacity of this year’s homecoming dance, which they said leaves a large part of the student population feeling excluded.

Several children were assessed by a school nurse after the air conditioner refrigerant line began leaking inside their school bus on Friday.

Willie’s Grill & Icehouse not only has some of those most delicious Texas comfort food, (and crawfish!) but they also continue to do some amazing things for the community.

To mask or not to mask is a question that’s framed many a conversation about the return to school.  While Texas does not require school districts to mandate masks, some districts have instituted one.  Pearland ISD is among the districts to follow TEA guidelines and not require them.  A group of Pearland ISD parents who favor masks have come together with a compromise they say will help – at least at lunchtime: outdoor benches for students to eat lunch.

Houston Texans' JJ Watt posts a video message to Pearland ISD students as they face uncertainty. J.J. Watt’s announcement that he would be joining the Arizona Cardinals sparked mixed reactions online. Watt shared the news by uploading a picture of himself sporting an Arizona Cardinals t-shirt to his Instagram account. The Arizona Cardinals and Watt came to terms on a two-year deal worth $31 million with $23 million guaranteed. [RELATED: JJ Watt joining Arizona Cardinals]Social media was quick to react to the news.

PEARLAND, Texas – Students in Pearland ISD will return to school on Monday but the district has instituted a phase-in approach for in-person learning. On Monday, students with the last name A-F who have selected in-person learning can attend classes on campus. Each day of the remaining week will look similar with students attending bases on their last names. Here is a rundown of students’ expected phase-in schedule:August 31: All students with the last name A-F who selected on-campus learning will attend school for instruction. Sept. 1: Last names G- LSept 2: Last names M- RSept. 3: Last names S- ZSept. 4- No students on campus all students participate in asynchronous instruction.

PEARLAND, Texas – The NAACP of Brazoria County has called on the Pearland Independent School District to give special needs teacher, Holly Hardwicke Kanipes, 57, diversity training before she gets back in the classroom. Kanipes is under fire for a Facebook post, which has since been deleted, that said “White slaves were treated worse than any other race in the US. You won’t.”Many people quickly commented, telling Kanipes she should not be a teacher. Parent Dara Hooker-Williams said she was disappointed with the post but says this can be a teaching moment. This is a personnel matter and the district will work with the employee on training with our district Culturally Responsive Council.”The NAACP has filed a grievance with the school, the school district has ten days to respond.

HOUSTON In 2016, a transgender student at the center of a Pearland school bathroom battle, made national headlines. "It was just the safest little place that we could move to for Kai to have equal opportunities as all of her peers," said her mother, Kimberly Shappley. First-class there, first class back, five-star hotel and it was a famous fancy hotel where I could order all the Shirley temples I wanted, Kai said. They didn't make a big deal about Bailey being trans, they made a really big deal about how Bailey was treated," she said. Kai said this is just the beginning of her acting career and shes already got another project on the horizon.

Pearland ISD is preparing for three scenarios as the school year approaches on-campus instruction, distance learning at home, and a hybrid of the two. Heres what to know for the upcoming school year:CalendarThe first day of school is scheduled for August 19, 2020. Measures underway or being consideredSchool schedulesGrades Pre-K 4: Meet for a half day on campus each day. 1,100 students) on how to make the high school every other day, full day schedule work with the ACC-instructor courses. Custodial servicesDuring normal school operations, most custodians perform their services after the school day ends.

His private funeral is set for 11 a.m. on June 9 at the Fountain of Praise Church (13950 Hillcroft Ave. in Houston). Floyd’s procession will be escorted by the Houston Police Department into Pearland following the funeral. Pearland city officials expect Floyd’s body to arrive in Pearland at Houston Memorial Gardens located at 2426 Cullen Blvd. Floyd will travel the last mile of the funeral procession in a horse-drawn carriage. At this time, officials said it is nearly impossible to estimate how many attendees will be in Pearland to view the procession, following the private funeral service.

Uncertainty regarding the coronavirus combined with a few operational factors has Pearland ISD weighing its options for the upcoming school year. Hybrid learning would allow students to have some face-to-face instruction which Kelly hopes will help the online learning portion run seamlessly. The district’s least favored option is complete at-home learning; however, the possibility is being weighed. After abruptly transitioning from face-to-face to online learning this spring, students were told they would pass as long as they completed their school work. Kelly said that would have to change if the upcoming school year is strictly online.

PEARLAND, Texas – Pearland ISD is hosting a virtual job fair starting Monday, April 20, through Friday, April 24. During the virtual job fair, candidates will have an opportunity to submit their job application along with a personal video introduction highlighting why they are a good fit for the district’s team. The week-long event will be held with online tables offering job opportunities at all campuses and several departments. Pearland ISD provides education to more than 21,500 students at 23 campuses. The district received an A+ rating according to Niche and a 93 according to the state accountability system, with a total of 14 schools rated A and seven rated B.