Summer and Fall Registration are Open at LSC-Houston North
Summer and Fall Registration is open at LSC-Houston North.
President Biden Unveils Sweeping Student Loan Relief Plans Targeting Racial Disparities
One of the central aims of the proposals is to address the disproportionate debt burden borne by communities of color, mainly Black and Latino borrowers.
Study Reveals Persistent Underrepresentation of Black and Hispanic Faculty in Higher Education
The study, which examined data spanning from fiscal years 2003 to 2021, found that while the proportions of Black and Hispanic faculty members have seen slight upticks, they continue to lag behind their representation in the broader workforce, particularly among workers with advanced degrees and professionals.
Mindfulness Tips to Support Early Learners’ Development Now
While mindfulness once felt like a wellness trend, it’s become a way of life for adults hoping to maintain healthier routines, be intentional in their work and handle daily stresses efficiently. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mindfulness is the practice of being fully aware of your thoughts and feelings in…
Solar Eclipse 2024: What to Know and How to See Map
The April 2024 solar eclipse will fall over more places in the U.S. than the total eclipse before and after it.
Houston Actor Kedrick Brown Set to Guest Star on ‘The Rookie,’ Educates Theatre Students in Cy-Fair ISD
Kedrick Brown is committed to nurturing the next generation of actors and performers, and his dedication to the Cy-Fair Independent School District reaffirms his commitment to inspiring and empowering young artists.
Harris County Department of Education Hosts Job Fairs to Recruit High-Quality Teachers
Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) is hiring certified teachers for its four special schools, serving students with severe intellectual, academic and behavioral disabilities, those facing addiction and adjudicated/expelled youth.
TSU Aviation Teams Up with Air Force JROTC for 4th Annual Flight Program
The United States Air Force has selected Texas Southern University as a host site for its national program for aspiring pilots for the fourth year.
Texas Enacts Changes as School Choice Debates Continue
The Texas state government has taken control of approximately 85 schools in the Houston district, most of which serve Latino or Black communities.
Addressing Historic Black College Endowment Challenges
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the United States face significant challenges with their endowments, which are notably underfunded compared to other institutions.
HISD’s Reimagined Plan Increases Teacher Salaries
The Houston Independent School District released its compensation plan Tuesday for the 2024-2025 school year. According to the district, it outlines how HISD is raising teacher salaries district wide and “incenting excellence across all teams.”
How to Support Early Readers at Home
Recent data indicates that over 60% of fourth graders in the United States are reading below grade level, with performance particularly low due to the lingering effects of the pandemic.
World Youth Foundation Hosting Family Innovation and Entreneurship Event
The World Youth Foundation is launching its 2024 programs focused on youth innovation, entrepreneurship, STEM education, arts, personal and leadership development, and training for industry careers and apprenticeships.
HISD Pre-K Application Process Now Open
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is now accepting applications from families who want to enroll their child in Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) this fall.
Four Powerful Tips to Thrive in the World of Online High School
Online learning has been around for a while, but, since the pandemic, more and more families have shifted to this educational model. The flexibility that online learning provides for busy families is appealing to many, but it isn’t a fit for all students. “People were aware of online learning before, but the pandemic forced many…
Closing the STEM Skills Gap to Create New Possibilities for Children
Over the next decade, it’s projected that nearly 3.5 million manufacturing and STEM-related jobs will be available, yet 2 million are expected to go unfilled due to a skills gap, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Advocates are addressing systemic educational barriers that impact student success in order to fill this skills…
HISD Releases Report Detailing Inefficiencies, Outlining Path Forward
HOUSTON — The Houston Independent School District released a report Tuesday that outlined how it is addressing long-standing operational problems and inefficiencies that have persisted across the district, hindering efforts to transform the system so it serves all students well. The report, titled “HISD Efficiency Report: An analysis of the district-level systems that challenge HISD’s…
Proposed Bill Aims to Set $60K Minimum Salary for K-12 Teachers
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (D-Fla.) introduced the American Teacher Act to incentivize states to increase the minimum K-12 teacher salary to $60,000 and adjust inflation. Wilson, the chair of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, said the financial incentive supports ongoing state efforts to provide competitive wages for teachers and address the national teacher…
‘Moguls in the Making’ Pitch Competition Along with Rapper Big Sean
During the Moguls in the Making competition 60 students, grouped into teams of four from 15 HBCUs, will be asked to develop and pitch business ideas that promote economic mobility. Event fosters HBCU student entrepreneurship; empowerment. For the fifth year, Ally and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, the largest organization exclusively representing the Black College…