The Houston Independent School District Foundation held their annual State of the Schools luncheon Friday, March 3, at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel where Superintendent Millard House II delivered a keynote address focused on the progress of his strategic plan’s six core commitments and the next 100 years of HISD.
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Superintendent House to deliver State of the Schools address
The Houston Independent School District Foundation’s annual State of the Schools is set for Friday, March 3, from 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel.
Superintendent House’s State of the Schools address focuses on the road ahead
During his first State of the Schools at the helm of Houston ISD, Superintendent Millard House II delivered a keynote address focused on his five-year strategic plan and the road ahead for the largest school district in Texas.
Public education supporters from the business, academic, advocacy, and faith communities attended the annual HISD Foundation’s fundraising luncheon on Friday.
Superintendent House to deliver his first State of the Schools address
The Houston Independent School District Foundation’s annual State of the Schools will be in person this year and focus on the road ahead for the district with a new superintendent at the helm.
The event will take place Friday, March 11, from 11:40 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Marriott Marquis Houston.
Superintendent to deliver his first State of the Schools address at annual district event
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Richard Carranza will deliver his first State of the Schools address on Wednesday, Feb. 15 to a sold-out ballroom crowd at the Hilton Americas Hotel for the district’s annual luncheon.
Carranza’s speech will focus on the district’s ongoing efforts to strengthen HISD’s academic and fine arts programs, improve equity within schools, and create a world-class school district.
Houston ISD Foundation to honor distinguished alumni
Journalist Roland Martin and BP Vice President of Operations Aleida Rios to be celebrated during annual State of the Schools address
A Peabody Award-winning journalist and a top leader of a Fortune 500 oil and gas company will be honored as distinguished alumni of the Houston Independent School District at the district’s annual State of the Schools Luncheon in February.
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HISD Superintendent Terry Grier focuses on global education, higher education in 2015 State of the Schools address
Placing a strong emphasis on college attendance and completion, Houston Independent School District Superintendent Terry Grier on Wednesday unveiled plans to expand the district’s successful EMERGE program and double the number of college counselors available to high school students. Continue reading
HISD Superintendent Terry Grier to deliver 2015 State of the Schools address
Houston ISD Superintendent Terry Grier will deliver his sixth State of the Schools address on Feb. 11 at a gathering that is expected to draw thousands of educators, community partners, and area businesses interested in hearing about the latest initiatives to strengthen the nation’s seventh-largest school district.
The event is sold out, but those interested in watching Dr. Grier’s speech live, streamed courtesy of KPRC Channel 2, can tune into www.houstonisd.org at 12:30 p.m. on Feb. 11. You can also follow along on Twitter using the hashtag #HISDSOTS. Continue reading
HISD Business and Community Partners Recognized by the Texas Association of Partners in Education
Nine Houston ISD business and community partners, Volunteers in Public Schools volunteer George W. Black, and HISD’s State of the Schools event were recently recognized by the Texas Association of Partners in Education.
The winners were announced last week at the Texas Association of School Administrators’ Midwinter Conference and Education Expo in Austin. HISD’s partnership with the Houston Food Bank was one of two partnerships that received the highest honors in all categories.
HISD Strategic Partnership General Manager Caleen Allen said HISD is very proud of its partners for being recognized on the state level. “Their commitment to the district and increasing student achievement is undeniable,” said Allen. “The knowledge, resources and innovative programs they bring to the district continue to make a major difference academically and socially in the lives of our children.”
The Texas Association of Partners in Education provides leadership and expertise for schools, families, businesses, and communities to build partnerships that enhance student success.
Here is a list of the winners:
TAPE Community Partnership Awards
- Academic Impact: Prepared 4 Life
- Career Education: City of Houston
- STEM: Bernard Harris Foundation
- Health Houston Food Bank
- Art Houston Ballet
TAPE Business Partnership Awards
- Career Education Port of Houston Authority
- STEM Comcast
TAPE Partnership Awards
- Mentor Steed Media Group (Rolling Out)
- Volunteer Target
TAPE Special Events Award
- Special Event State of the Schools
TAPE Individual Volunteer Award
- Wisdom George W. Black
HISD Superintendent Terry Grier to Deliver 2013 State of the Schools Address
Who: HISD Superintendent Terry Grier, Board of Education President Anna Eastman, student speakers and performers, and thousands of public school supporters