The initiatives include calling on states to increase teacher pay, fix public service loan forgiveness (PSLF), support special education teachers, establish a technical assistance center, provide data on PSLF, and increase special education funding.
The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill is a Third Ward hidden gem with a Cheers-like vibe.
Mindfulness and self-regulation can impact a child’s ability to learn, and these skills are crucial for growth inside and outside the classroom.
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.
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…
Activist Ramona Edelin, renowned for her pivotal roles in advancing civil rights, education reform, and community empowerment, died at her D.C. residence in February at the age of 78.
Here are four films every educator teaching Black students should watch. They’ll give folks an idea what the challenges are, what solutions people are trying, and sometimes they make us smile.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles said HISD is facing a challenging financial picture but will take steps necessary to fund its most urgent priorities.
The Texas state government has taken control of approximately 85 schools in the Houston district, most of which serve Latino or Black communities.
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.”
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.
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…
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…
By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint With students back in the classroom, providing the resources they need to be successful is top of mind for parents and educators. Yet for the millions of students limited by lack of internet access, their education hangs in the balance. Today, one in five U.S. households lack this essential resource,…
By: d-mars.com News Provider Lone Star College Lone Star College-Houston North Fallbrook is serving students in new and innovative ways. The concept behind this college location originated from a partnership between Fallbrook Church and Lone Star College. “The partnership between Lone Star College-Houston North and Fallbrook Church is the perfect example of how you can…
By: d-mars News Provider PR Newswire Less Than Half of Families Surveyed Trust School Tech Policies and Security Measures As parents send kids back to school, many face growing concerns around the safety of their children. While most parents (70%) believe they know enough to keep their families safe online, nearly a third do not…
More than half of American families used scholarships to pay for college last year. From merit-based to artistic-focused, there are a variety of awards available. High school senior Grace Vaughn of Trinity, Florida, knows how to successfully secure a college scholarship. After winning the $10,000 dress grand prize in Duck brand’s Stuck at Prom Scholarship…
The Darling Dash is held in honor of the As One Foundation founder and former Houston Texans player Devard Darling’s identical twin brother, Devaughn, who died from complications of Sickle Cell Trait. The annual race helps to bring awareness to athlete deaths that plague the sickle cell community. Sickle Cell Trait is classified as the…
Mostyn Law’s second annual salute to Houston’s Difference Makers in Education recognized twenty local teachers, coaches, and other educators for the essential role they play in strengthening the community. During a private reception at Trez Bistro and Wine Bar, Amber Mostyn, co-founder of Mostyn Law, presented each honoree with a check for $200 on behalf…
Checks, plaques awarded to 20 educators by Amber Mostyn during private reception HOUSTON, TEXAS (May 27, 2022) — Mostyn Law’s second annual salute to Houston’s Difference Makers in Education recognized twenty local teachers, coaches, and other educators for the essential role they play in strengthening the community. During a private reception at Trez Bistro and…