Jerry Davis Vice Mayor Pro-Tem City Council Member District B NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Bilal Khan (832) 393-3292 Bilal.khan@houstontx.gov HISD Press Office (713) 556-6393 PressOffice@HoustonISD.org VICE MAYOR PRO-TEM JERRY DAVIS AND HISD CELEBRATE LITERACY AWARENESS MONTH HOUSTON – District B Council Member Jerry Davis, Houston Independent School District (HISD), We Are in…
Houston Independent School District named the members of the Bond Oversight Committee on Thursday, October 10.
The Texas state government has taken control of approximately 85 schools in the Houston district, most of which serve Latino or Black communities.
HOUSTON (April 5, 2023) – Party on the Plaza is back with another spectacular line up of all-star artists, musicians and tribute bands. Houston First Corporation is proud to again present this free Spring concert series at Avenida Plaza, downtown’s entertainment destination. The popular concert series will be held every Friday beginning April 14 through May…
Houston, Texas – In Spring 2019, Houston StepFest made its debut as one of Houston’s premiere step shows at Texas Southern University. With over 900 attendees and 10 participating local step teams, StepFest provided a family-friendly atmosphere while enlightening the youth about the Historically Black College or University (HBCU) culture. The winning teams won $1,000…
Texas Southern University has named Tracy Clemons as its new Associate Vice President for marketing and communications. In this role, Clemons will manage and direct media, external communications, and branding working directly with the Vice President for communications and advancement. In addition, he’ll be a member of the president’s extended cabinet. “Tracy has demonstrated an…
By d-mars.com News Provider Award-winning national journalist, author, television host, and Jack Yates High School alumnus Roland S. Martin is supporting Houston Independent School District students with financial assistance to pursue the path of higher education. Martin has established two $1,000 annual college scholarships and has committed $25,000 for the program. One scholarship is for…
By Edward Pollard Edward Pollard is the Houston City Council Member for District J and serves as principal owner of Pollard Legal Group. However, he says his most rewarding professional work is being the co-founder of the nonprofit Suits for Success. In 2014, Edward and two colleagues, Vernon Johnson and Duke Amos, wanted to fill…
2021 super p&e Jerry Sowells is a certified construction manager with over 20 years of successful construction management leadership experience serving clients in Houston and the surrounding areas. He holds a M.S. in civil engineering and is the president of Sowells Consulting Engineers, LLC and Sowells Engineers & Constructors, LLC. His project experience includes serving…
2021 TRAILBLAZER Attorney Edward Pollard, 36, is truly making his mark in Houston, Texas. Not only is he a Houston City Council Member, as well as the co-founder of the nonprofit organization Suits for Success, but he also is the owner of Pollard Legal Group, LLC, one of the fastest growing and thriving personal injury…
LOS ANGELES – Jan. 31, 2021 – PRLog — Actor Kedrick Brown does it all. When he is not on your tv screen, you can find him molding the future artist of tomorrow in his HISD classroom at Audrey H. Lawson Middle School in Houston, Texas. During this final season of BLACK LIGHTNING, Brown has been able to give his students a unique…
HONOREE DIRECTORY AND BIOGRAPHIES List of Honorees Alphabetical by Last Name Wanda Adams | HISD Trustee Dist. 9 | Community Hero Bun B | Recording Arist | Community Hero Lucious Barnum | Pennum Industries, LLC | Trailblazer Floyd Batiste | City of Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation | Trailblazer Teena Bell | Dresser-Rand (D-R) |…
A new mural celebrating the Houston area class of 2020 has been added to the iconic collection of murals in Graffiti Park, 2102 Leeland St. in East Downtown (EaDo). Internationally recognized Houston artist, Gonzo247 collaborated with artists Nicky Davis, JoJo, Sy and Carolyn Figueroa to create a vibrant, colorful piece filled with uplifting messages to…
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents unanimously named Kenneth Huewitt as the Interim President of Texas Southern University during its regular meeting held Thursday, April 16, via telephone conference call due to the coronavirus pandemic. “We are fortunate as a university to have someone with the skills and background of Mr. Huewitt during these critical times that…
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents unanimously named Kenneth Huewitt as the Interim President of Texas Southern University during its regular meeting held Thursday, April 16, via telephone conference call due to the coronavirus pandemic. “We are fortunate as a university to have someone with the skills and background of Mr. Huewitt during these…
1.How did acting become such an important part of your life? Acting was never actually a dream of mine. I was 12 years old when I got my first chance at the stage. I played numerous roles in the play Rumpelstiltskin at Abell Jr. High School. After the show my speech and drama teacher…
Jan. 17, 2019 – Six HISD educators have been nominated for the 2018-2019 national LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of…
Oct. 18, 2018 – HISD Nutrition Services Officer Betti Wiggins has been named one of Time Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in Healthcare for 2018. The list highlights 50 people who have changed the state of healthcare in America this year. The magazine announced the official list on Thursday. The print edition featuring Wiggins will…
May 11, 2018 – The Summer of Fun pass is a unique fare card offering K-12 (and college) students free rides on all METRO light-rail, local bus, and Park & Ride service June 1 through Sept. 1, 2018. There are four ways to get your Summer of Fun pass: Apply online at RideMETRO.org Apply by mail by filling out the registration form on the attached flyer Apply by mail by calling 713-635-4000 to…