Superintendent Millard House has made safety a priority at HISD since coming to Houston, and that sentiment continued as House joined local law enforcement officials and state representatives to announce the “No Trafficking Zone” law.
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HISD to move to new teacher evaluation system
HISD announced plans to transition to a new teacher evaluation system (T-TESS) next school year (SY 2022-23) and to apply to Texas’ Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) in spring 2023. Both opportunities will unlock statewide resources capable of benefiting HISD students, teachers, and administrators at scale.
Continue readingGet to know the HISD Office of Talent Teacher Appreciation Award winner from Oates ES
The HISD Office of Talent presented Oates Elementary School’s Neftaly Gonzalez with its Teacher Appreciation Award.
It was quite the surprise for the third grade bilingual teacher who thought the cameras were just there to observe the class.
Continue readingHISD announces selection of Chief Engagement Officer
Houston ISD announced the selection of its Chief Engagement Officer, Max Moll.
Moll will lead a department that includes communications, board services, family and community engagement, government relations, and community partnerships, along with HISD’s Parent Center.
Continue readingGet to know Woodson’s Teacher Appreciation Award winner
Woodson Leadership Academy principal Gina Wilkins joked that Pre-K teacher Perchanda Utley should re-sign her contract early- like right there on the spot. Utley is the latest Office of Talent Teacher Appreciation award winner. After Wilkins joked Utley needed to put pen to paper immediately, she praised her for being a “master” teacher. Utley has spent her entire teaching career at HISD. Get to know more about her below:
Continue readingHISD students compete in annual MLK Oratory finals to honor Dr. King’s legacy
HISD fourth-grader Ronnie Williams of Law Elementary School won the Foley & Lardner LLP 26th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratory Competition.
The competition invites local students to present original 3-to-5 minute speeches addressing the topic “How would Dr. King assess our progress in achieving his vision for America?”
HISD campuses, offices to close Jan. 17-18
As scheduled, there will be no classes for students Monday, Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Tuesday, Jan. 18.
All campuses and offices will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 18 for an Attendance Mitigation Day, and staff should not report to work unless requested by a supervisor. Again, all campuses and offices will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 18, and staff should not report to work unless requested by a supervisor.
Continue readingHISD Board of Education elects new president, officers for 2022
HISD Board of Education on Thursday elected new officers for 2022, unanimously selecting District VIII Trustee Judith Cruz as Board President.
Outgoing Board President Patricia Allen transferred the gavel to Cruz, signifying the change in office.
Continue readingThinkery rooms offer students more than just a chance to relax
Many HISD campuses are utilizing brightly decorated “Thinkery rooms” that offer a calming period to reduce anxiety and allow students to create their unique plan of action utilizing the various areas in the room.
The Thinkery rooms are a product of a Social Emotional Learning initiative to be more proactive with mental health. HISD currently has 40 campuses with Thinkery rooms. According to Executive Director, Counseling and Compliance Glenda Calloway, the SEL department is developing a mobile Thinkery room to launch in late spring. The rooms usually have a theme painted on the walls, comfortable furniture, and plenty of activities to keep students busy.
Continue readingHISD Customer Service Impact Award winner feels inspiration to help others
The enthusiastic crowd gathered at the HISD Food Service Center broke into cheers when hearing the announcement that Hector Castillo was selected to receive the Customer Service Impact Award for January.
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