Spring Branch ISD to appeal judge’s ruling that it’s violating Voting Rights Act
The Houston school district uses an at-large voting system to elect its seven trustees, instead of a system in which board members are elected within defined geographical areas. A federal judge last month determined the system dilutes the Hispanic community's vote.
Katy ISD students call for repeal of book and gender policies following school board election
James Cross’ May 3 victory against school board president Victor Perez, who had championed conservative policies regarding gender identity and library materials, means a majority of the seven-member board might be interested in overturning those policies.
Humble ISD investigating new superintendent’s ‘lynch’ comment during staff meeting
A complaint was made against Roger Brown for his use of a racially charged word during a recent staff meeting. Brown was hired as Humble ISD superintendent in January, two months after the school board voted to uphold the termination of former superintendent Elizabeth Fagen.
Petition against Conroe ISD’s use of Bible-infused curriculum picks up steam
In February, trustees for the school district north of Houston voted to adopt the controversial state-approved curriculum for the upcoming 2025-26 school year.
Woman removed from Fort Bend ISD board meeting amid discussion about Bible-infused curriculum
Trustees for Fort Bend ISD, a Houston-area district that touts itself as one of the most culturally diverse school districts in Texas, did not vote on the controversial curriculum Monday and did not indicate if or when they plan to take such a vote.
Conroe ISD’s dual-language program to continue – for now
Conroe ISD Superintendent Curtis Null proposed discontinuing the program because of a budget deficit, and also because of staffing shortages and a decline in enrollment in the program, but tabled that plan after pushback from community members.
Conroe ISD teacher reportedly on leave after not allowing students to use restroom
The unnamed first-grade teacher is accused of revoking students' restroom privileges, causing two students to soil themselves.
LIST: Schools, offices across Houston to remain closed Tuesday in aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
Widespread flooding and power outages prompted local school districts, colleges and government offices to announce continued closures.
Child Protective Services, Tomball ISD investigating ‘unprofessional behavior’ allegations against former special education teachers
The Structure Learning Lab program serves students from preschool to sixth grade "with significant educational needs related to [Autism Spectrum Disorder] and/or behaviors similar to ASD," according to district documents.
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