All HISD after-school activities, including athletic events, are canceled for today because of severe weather. Schools will dismiss at their regular time. Buses will run on their regular schedule.
Yearly Archives: 2013
Furniture Expo to Showcase 21st Century Learning Spaces
Teams from each school in HISD’s 2012 bond program will get a closer look at furniture designed for 21st century learning environments at a furniture expo on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at Terrell Middle School.
“The purpose of our furniture expo, the first of its kind in HISD, is to encourage and explore the conversation of what does a 21st century learning space look like and how will it be different in 10 years or even 20 years from now,” said HISD General Manager for Facilities Planning Sue Robertson. Continue reading
KCOH Segment Features Information for Businesses on Bond Program
HISD staff took to the airwaves on Wednesday during the district’s biweekly radio show on KCOH (1230 AM), encouraging women- and minority-owned businesses to be ready for subcontractor opportunities under the district’s 2012 bond program. Continue reading
HSPVA ‘Will Add a New Energy’ to City’s Downtown
The new High School for Performing and Visual Arts will be connected to the center of Houston when the school moves downtown near the city’s renowned arts and theater district.
“Other than the Frank Sinatra high school in New York, we don’t know of any other performing arts high school that will be this embedded in downtown,” said architect Lester Yuen of Gensler, the firm designing the new HSPVA.
Attend Texas College Night at Reagan High School Nov. 6
Students can meet with representatives from dozens of state schools to explore their options
Texas has outstanding colleges and universities, and HISD’s 2013 Texas College Night is a great way to narrow down the choices for students and their families. Texas State Senator Rodney Ellis will be the keynote speaker at the event, which takes place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Reagan High School (413 E. 13th St., 77008).
Highly Effective Teachers Staying in HISD
Houston ISD superintendent Dr. Terry Grier comments on effective teacher retention during a news conference on October 30. (Houston ISD/Dave Einsel)
Teachers whose students show the most academic achievement gains are more likely to continue teaching in Houston ISD classrooms, according to the latest staff retention data.
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More Top Teachers Choosing to Stay in HISD
What: Press conference to announce data showing that the annual retention rate for HISD’s highest-performing teachers outpaces the district average. Applications from teachers hoping to work in HISD have doubled.
Who: Superintendent Terry Grier, Assistant Superintendent for Professional Development Lance Menster, Instructional Practices Coach Kymberly Riggins from the High School for Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
When: Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 9 a.m.
Where: Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center, 4400 W. 18th Street
New 2012 Bond Video Highlights Collaboration in Planning and Design
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HISD released a video Tuesday that showcases the progress in the planning and design of the first group of schools being built and renovated under the district’s 2012 $1.89 billion bond program.
Less than a year since the bond program was approved by voters, the video shows site work underway at South Early College High School, as well as ongoing collaboration among students, faculty and architects in design workshops. The video also highlights community meetings now underway to encourage participation in the bond program.
Bond Oversight Committee Updated on Building Program’s Quarterly Progress
HISD’s Bond Oversight Committee met Tuesday to review the 2007 and 2012 bond programs in a gathering that included third quarter updates on finances, schedules, quality control and business outreach.
The nine-member committee meets every three months to monitor the district’s bond programs, ensuring that bond revenues are spent appropriately and the risks and controls of the bond program are evaluated.
HISD Green Schools Initiative Receives Proud Partner Award from Mayor
HISD’s Green Schools Initiative was honored Monday at the 29th Annual Mayor’s Proud Partners Luncheon for its commitment to building healthy and sustainable schools.
The school district received the J. Howard Rambin III Founder’s Award, which recognizes efforts to improve the city through projects that help beautify and transform Houston. “This is a celebration of people in the community doing great things,” said Houston Mayor Annise Parker, who lauded the efforts of organizations, volunteers and corporations at the event, sponsored by Keep Houston Beautiful. The luncheon drew more than 400 community leaders and volunteers.
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