Starting Tuesday (March 1) masks will be optional in Houston ISD schools, facilities, on buses and at extracurricular events. Supt. Millard House II made the announcement Monday. He encouraged those who need protection from COVID for any reason or anyone experiencing symptoms to continue to mask up and said that HISD facilities would continue to keep masks on … [Read more...] about Houston ISD will end mask mandate starting Tuesday

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HISD to provide ‘virtual academy’ option for grade schoolers with immune issues
Houston ISD Superintendent Millard House announced late Thursday (Aug. 19) that he’s expanding virtual instruction options for students 11 and under, who are not yet able to get vaccinated against the coronavirus. House said he is launching a “virtual academy” for youngsters with compromised immune systems when school begins Aug. 30, that will also be open to any students … [Read more...] about HISD to provide ‘virtual academy’ option for grade schoolers with immune issues
West U lifts mask mandate in city facilities
Starting Thursday (May 20), visitors to West University city facilities will no longer have to wear face masks. The city made the announcement Wednesday night, following Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order preventing government entities from issuing and enforcing mask mandates. Still, the city is encouraging residents to follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease … [Read more...] about West U lifts mask mandate in city facilities
Colonial Park Pool opens this weekend with safety topmost; memberships now on sale
With pandemic precautions still in place, West University’s pool season begins this weekend (May 1-2) as the Colonial Park Pool opens Saturday to members and Sunday to residents without memberships. The pool will be open from noon-5:30 p.m. weekends-only through May 23, with hours expanding for Memorial Day weekend and beyond. You can view the schedule here. Reservations … [Read more...] about Colonial Park Pool opens this weekend with safety topmost; memberships now on sale
West U will still require masks in city facilities
Despite the governor’s lifting of a mandate to wear masks as protection against COVID-19, the city of West University announced Monday (March 8) it will continue to require anyone entering city facilities to be wearing a face covering. The announcement said the decision is “in accordance with guidance from local health officials and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) to … [Read more...] about West U will still require masks in city facilities