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, HCC, some private schools will close Friday as winter hits hard
The Houston Independent School District and Houston Community College System each announced late Thursday (Feb. 3) that they would close Friday and not take any chances on power and road conditions being safe from a winter storm bearing down on southeast Texas. Also announcing closings Friday were St. Mark’s Episcopal School, Duchesne Academy, and the three campuses of the … [Read more...] about HISD, HCC, some private schools will close Friday as winter hits hard
No school Tuesday in HISD; Monday afterschool activities canceled
Houston ISD has canceled all after school activities today (Monday, Sept. 13) and will close all schools and offices Tuesday, as Tropical Storm Nicholas moves toward the area. Here is HISD’s statement, released Monday morning: Due to inclement weather, all after-school activities and sporting events are cancelled today Monday, Sept 13. Schools and buildings should not be … [Read more...] about No school Tuesday in HISD; Monday afterschool activities canceled
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
‘Interim’ for 3 years, HISD chief leaving for full superintendent title in Missouri
Grenita Lathan — who has served as interim superintendent of the Houston ISD for three years — is leaving to lead the Springfield, Mo. Public School District, she announced Monday (March 8). “It’s a bittersweet moment as I accept an opportunity to make a positive impact in the Springfield (Missouri) Public School District, while bidding farewell to one of the most remarkable … [Read more...] about ‘Interim’ for 3 years, HISD chief leaving for full superintendent title in Missouri