HISD says it is moving forward with its special education restructuring for the 2026-27 school year. The update comes as the TEA continues investigating complaints filed by parents and advocates.
HISD says district police investigated allegations involving a security guard and a second grader at MacGregor Elementary before referring the case to the Harris County DA’s Office.
Rapper, actor, and entrepreneur 50 Cent is bringing his business mindset to Houston, this time focused on helping local students build futures beyond the classroom.
Parents packed the HISD board meeting Thursday night to protest the district’s proposed special education restructuring plan, with some families saying the changes could uproot students with disabilities from schools where they finally feel safe and supported. Two parents were escorted out as emotions boiled over during public comment.
HISD’s proposed special education overhaul is drawing concern from families and federal scrutiny, as some parents say they are still waiting for clear answers about how the changes will affect their children.
A cybersecurity incident involving the Canvas learning platform disrupted access for teachers and students across the country on Thursday, including at the Houston Independent School District.
Houston ISD introduced its first fleet of 15 electric school buses on Earth Day, aiming to provide cleaner and more sustainable student transportation.
Nine additional campuses in Houston Independent School District could soon be added to the district’s New Education System (NES), as leaders say some principals are voluntarily opting into the model.
As Houston ISD prepares to close a dozen campuses at the end of the school year, residents are raising alarms... not just about closing the schools, but about losing some of their only green spaces.
An investigation is underway after a Scarborough High School student was shot by a classmate Friday afternoon in northwest Houston, according to Houston Independent School District.
The Houston Independent School District announced Thursday that it will no longer observe César Chávez Day on March 30.
Houston ISD will place all sixth and seventh graders on an accelerated math pathway starting this fall, aiming for every student to take Algebra I by eighth grade. The initiative, part of the district’s “Accelerate Houston” plan, is intended to expand future academic and career opportunities and is supported by research showing learning Algebra I early has long-term benefits.
Tuesday is the last day for Texas families to apply for the state’s new school voucher program, with the application window closing on March 17.
The threat of a Texas Education Agency takeover was triggered by one of the North Texas district’s schools that had been underperforming for years.
Houston Independent School District announced it will move four A-rated campuses into Texas Partnerships next school year, a shift that hands day-to-day operations to outside nonprofit partners while leaving the district with a performance agreement, district officials said.
Why is Houston ISD closing schools now? Superintendent Mike Miles explains what changed since November and what it means for families.
As potential school closures loom, HISD outlines how teachers will be reassigned starting with April 17 notifications.
Twelve schools are on the list for closure or consolidation in the Houston Independent School District. The Board of Managers is set to vote on the proposal tonight, Feb. 26, 2026 at 5 p.m..
Houston ISD is introducing Virtual LaunchPad, a new flexible online school option for high school students starting in the 2026-2027 school year.
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) will vote Thursday on whether to close 12 HISD schools by the end of the academic year. Families and students have plenty of questions about what this means, and KPRC 2’s Keith Garvin will be answering them this afternoon.
Port Houston Elementary parents gathered Monday night to press Houston Independent School District officials for answers after HISD identified the more than 100-year-old school as one of 12 campuses that could close next school year.
A federal judge temporarily banned Houston Independent School District (HISD), Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD), and Plano Independent School District (PISD) from enforcing sections 3,7,24, and 27 of Senate Bill 12 (SB 12). The remaining ISDs in Texas must follow SB 12 as written.
Houston ISD plans to close 12 schools by 2026. Here’s what families need to know about the timeline, student reassignment, and next steps.
Houston Council Member Edward Pollard urges HISD Superintendent to address 12 school closures, citing transparency and community impact for families.
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.
Public school districts across the Houston metro area are facing a difficult reality: fewer students are enrolled, and in Texas, fewer students often mean less funding.
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles announced the closure of 12 schools for the 2026-2027 academic year due to declining enrollment and costly maintenance of aging facilities. Miles emphasized the need for resource optimization and stated that meetings will be held for families at affected campuses, while further information is available on the district's website.
It’s a question many Houston parents are quietly asking, is HISD still the right place for my child? New internal numbers obtained by KPRC 2 reveal more than 8,300 students left the district this school year.
Houston students got a front-row seat to the future of space exploration this week, and the chance to show off designs inspired by it.
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.
The settlement ensures the student will be addressed by her given name and female pronouns, aligning with the parents' wishes.
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.
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.
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.
Houston ISD is expanding its own news operation and with that growth comes a growing debate over transparency and control.
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.”
For many parents back to school can be a financial burden. Last school year the Houston Independent School District announced it was eliminating its wraparound services department, which helped families struggling to provide basic necessities to their children.
Texas Education Agency Commissioner, Mike Morath will discuss the Houston Independent School District’s accountability ratings
Parents at Piney Point Elementary School in southwest Houston are spending up to two or three hours waiting to pick up their children.
A Houston mother said a change to her daughter’s HISD bus stop, moving it from about a mile away to 3.5 miles, is creating a daily hardship.
Mike Miles, Houston Independent School District’s superintendent, will hold a press conference to address the first day of school and take questions.
In partnership with METRO, HISD is offering this alternative to traditional school buses, aiming to provide a more efficient way for students to get to school.
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.
Meet Dante Arceneaux, the "METRO Kid," who shares his top tips for first-time bus riders
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.
A PE teacher at Houston Independent School District’s Pleasantville Elementary is wanted for posting explicit videos of f his ex-girlfriend on his X account, according to court records.
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.
While students may be out of school for the summer, city and county leaders are working behind the scenes to address a serious safety hazard that impacts their commute year-round, a rail crossing near McReynolds Middle School that regularly leaves children with no safe way across.
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.
A whistleblower has come forward, exposing Houston Independent School District's controversial use of $2 million in taxpayer funds for a failed bond campaign.
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.
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.
Schoolchildren threatened with eviction are more likely to end up in another district or transfer to another school.
Chronic absenteeism is a growing concern in Houston's schools, impacting student achievement and school funding.
In response to the alarming rates of truancy and chronic absenteeism in Texas schools, lawmakers are pushing forward key legislation aimed at addressing these issues.
Rice University and the Houston Independent School District are joining forces to significantly enhance Sunrise Centers, which play a vital role in providing essential support such as food, school supplies, mental health care, and job training to students and families.
Former HISD COO Brian Busby and contractor Anthony Hutchison found guilty in a $6M bribery and fraud scheme. Money meant for schools ended up in their pockets.
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.
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 ISD joins other school districts in a lawsuit against social media companies for allegedly causing emotional and physical harm to students.
As immigration enforcement ramps up in southeast Texas, Houston ISD schools, like Fleming Middle School, are taking steps to reassure parents and protect students.
On Monday we first exposed a $2-million dollar “key action” listed in the 2024-2025 budget consisting of an “Ask voters for a bond election in November 2024.” What we uncovered was that HISD used nearly $1.4 million dollars to hire a consulting group that specializes in communications, governmental relations and campaigns. Ultimately the district posted social media videos with the words “RENEW HISD” at the end of the highly produced thirty-second videos.
Houston Independent School District (HISD) Superintendent Mike Myles is unavailable to discuss a controversial $2-million "key action" linked to a November bond, which involved hiring a consulting group for communication strategies.
A mother from Houston ISD is preparing to take legal action against Fleming Middle School after her daughter was allegedly assaulted by a dance teacher.
Parents of students in the Houston Independent School District (HISD) organized a "sickout" protest against Superintendent Mike Miles' policies, expressing frustrations over the district's handling of potential ICE raids and pressure on teachers.
Less than 24 after KPRC 2 Investigates exposed whether the Houston Independent School District did everything by the book regarding last November’s $4 billion bond, one Texas State Senator already is saying that he believes state law was broken.
A former HISD parent turned district advocate is raising alarms over Houston Independent School District's financial practices, particularly under Superintendent Mike Miles.
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has opened applications for the 2025-2026 Pre-K program, available for children aged 3 or 4 by September 1 who reside within the district.