Below you’ll find updated principal announcements for HISD’s 274 campuses during the 2023 spring semester. A change in school leadership can occur for a variety of reasons, including promotions and transfers.
Continue readingLearn about HISD’s African American namesake schools this Black History Month
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HISD is celebrating Black History Month by exploring the many schools named for distinguished African Americans in the community. The district has more than 30 schools that recognize the contributions of African American leaders, ranging from renowned educators to legislators and community leaders.
The first week focused on HISD’s namesake high schools, alternative schools, and the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center. The second week focused on HISD’s middle and combination schools. This week, learn more about HISD’s namesake early childhood centers and elementary schools.
Continue readingMission Squash empowers at-risk HISD students to “squash” the competition at nationals
When you think about high school sports, your brain likely conjures the usual: football, basketball, baseball—all the sports that for decades have served as the backdrop for inspiring movies about ragtag teenagers beating the odds. The last sport you’d probably think of is squash.
Continue readingTeachers offered stipend to earn Special Education certification in new program
In partnership with the Special Education Department, HISD’s Talent Acquisition Department is offering core content teachers a monetary stipend in addition to a unique opportunity to develop professionally and earn their Special Education certification.
Continue readingHISD scholars think outside the box for inaugural Innovation Fair
HISD prides itself on the inventive and creative efforts of students from all corners of the huge, diverse district, and the participants in the 2023 Innovation Fair were no exception. The fair, held at The Ion in downtown Houston on Friday, Feb. 10, showcased 20 projects developed by elementary, middle, and high school students who pitched their ideas to a rotating audience of spectators, investors, mentors, and judges.
HISD Assistant Police Chief honored for Black History Month Excellence in Policing
One of HISD’s top cops is being recognized nationally for her exceptional leadership in law enforcement.
Continue readingHISD students invited to free college fair and HBCU baseball classic
The inaugural Cactus Jack HBCU Classic is set for Feb. 17-19 at Minute Maid Park, and HISD high school students are invited to attend the event for free on Saturday following a college fair.
Continue readingLearn about HISD’s African American namesake schools this Black History Month
![](https://blogs.houstonisd.org/news/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/02/Black-History-Month_Twitter-2-676x380.png)
HISD is celebrating Black History Month by exploring the many schools named for distinguished African Americans in the community. The district has more than 30 schools that recognize the contributions of African American leaders, ranging from renowned educators to legislators and community leaders.
The first week focused on HISD’s namesake high schools, alternative schools, and the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center. This week, learn more about HISD’s middle and combination schools. Check back next week to learn more about HISD’s namesake early childhood centers and elementary schools.
Continue readingNational School Counseling Week celebrates HISD counselors who empower students every day
National School Counseling Week, Feb. 6-10, is a week to celebrate the invaluable contributions school counselors make within their schools and in the lives of their students and communities.
Continue readingHISD School Board approves 2023-2024 Academic Calendar
The Houston Independent School District Board of Education approved the 2023-2024 Academic Calendar on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023.
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