• Academic Equity Advocates Gives You Tools & Advice to Become Effective Academic Advocates for Your Children; We Will Help You Level the Playing Field

    Academic Equity Advocates Gives You Tools & Advice to Become Effective Academic Advocates for Your Children; We Will Help You Level the Playing Field

    By George Scott * 281-818-7872 Project Director, Academic Equity Advocates * ghscott2050@aol.com http://www.academicequityadvocates.com Let’s take the YES part of the answer because the State’s and the Texas Education Agency’s three decades of compromising the integrity of its student testing and accountability systems means this: The State’s failure to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about its ethically deprived and historical academic deception and grade-level-corruption in performance standards affects most parents […]

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  • Katy ISD Participates in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27  

    Katy ISD Participates in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27   

    KATY, TX [April 19, 2024] – The Katy ISD Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Scheduled for Saturday, April 27, this event offers the community a safe and convenient opportunity to dispose hazardous, expired, unused, or unwanted medications. We kindly remind participants not to include needles or sharp objects, and to ensure that liquids are presented in their original prescribed containers. “We extend […]

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  • American Furniture Warehouse Funds Katy ISD Teacher Grants

    American Furniture Warehouse Funds Katy ISD Teacher Grants

    Annual $chool Rewards Program supports Katy ISD Education Foundation   (Katy, TX) – American Furniture Warehouse recently signaled its support of Katy ISD teachers by contributing significantly to the Katy ISD Education Foundation’s Inspiring Imagination teacher grant program. This year’s donation of $28,120 brings AFW’s three-year total contribution to more than $100,000, making them a leading Katy ISD Education Foundation supporter. “Our vision for The Katy ISD Education Foundation has always been to unite our […]

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  • Katy ISD School Board Election Voting Information

    Katy ISD School Board Election Voting Information

    Early Voting Set for April 22 – April 30  KATY, TX [April 18, 2024] – It’s election time! This year, voters have the opportunity to elect two Katy ISD Board of Trustees for Positions 6 and 7. Early voting will be conducted each weekday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning Monday, April 22, 2024 and ending on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. A special Saturday early voting will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Election […]

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  • Seven Lakes High School Boys Soccer Clinches State Championship

    Seven Lakes High School Boys Soccer Clinches State Championship

    KATY, TX [April 16, 2024] –Seven Lakes High School etched their name into the history books over the weekend, winning the boys’ soccer 6A State Championship, solidifying their status as a dominant force in Texas high school sports with a second consecutive state title. The thrilling victory showcased the talent, dedication, and teamwork of the Spartans’ soccer program, filling their school community with immense pride. In an electrifying match on Saturday, the Seven Lakes High School […]

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Blood Sugar Blaster Scam: Beware of Risky Supplement Ingredients

Blood Sugar Blaster is a natural proprietary blend that contains powerful nutrients and extracts known to fight diabetes. Moreover, the supplement contains 17 other herbs, vitamins, minerals, and nutrients known to support good health. Blood Sugar Blaster improves insulin sensitivity and boosts fat burning by healing the body from the inside. According to the official website, Blood Sugar Blaster contains 20 ingredients at the perfect concentration to ensure maximum absorption. What is Blood Sugar Blaster? Blood Sugar Blaster […]

OsteoMD Reviews – Is 1MD Osteo MD Bone Health Support Legit?

OsteoMD is a formula for sustaining bone health, as it helps build up bone mass and minimizes bone loss which is a leading goal of board-certified rheumatologist’s when treating those suffering from debilitating and severe joint and bone diseases. The use of OsteoMD may help because this supplement has been specially formulated to enhance bone mineralization, improve bone density, increase calcium absorption, and more. In other words, OsteoMD supports healthy bones over time, is a formula […]

Katy ISD Seeks 2021 Bond to Address Growth

By George Slaughter The Katy Independent School District will be seeking a bond package to put before voters in the May 2021 election, and the committee that will decide what goes into that proposal will soon be considering the options. Proceeding with a bond package proposal comes as the district’s student population continues to grow. The district has more than 84,000 students at 71 campuses, and projects to have an enrollment of more than 100,000 […]

American Legion to Lay Wreaths Saturday at Magnolia Cemetery

By George Slaughter The American Legion Post 164 of Katy is honoring local, late veterans as part of the Wreaths Across America movement Saturday, and is inviting the public to participate. The event, which will be held rain or shine, is set for 10 a.m. at Magnolia Cemetery, 6801 Franz Road. A prayer, presentation of colors, national anthem, speakers, and a 21-gun salute will precede the laying of over 475 wreaths for veterans buried at […]

Galveston Hosting its First-Ever Christmas Tree and Mardi Gras Float Decorating Contests

A Christmas tree lights up Galveston (photo courtesy Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau)

By George Slaughter GALVESTON—More than local 40 boutiques, businesses, galleries, and shops are participating in the inaugural Galveston Holiday Tree Decorating Contest. The contest, which began December 1 and runs through January 4, enables shoppers to admire the creatively decorated trees and vote on their favorite entries. The trees also make great backgrounds for holiday photo opportunities. Meanwhile, as many know, Galveston is home to the third-largest Mardi Gras in the country. Mardi Gras, typically […]

Saving Energy Earns $1.1 Million for Katy ISD

By George Slaughter The Katy Independent School District has received over $1.1 million through a program run by CenterPoint Energy. The program, called the CenterPoint Energy SCORE (Schools Conserving Resources and Energy) Program, encourages K-12 school districts to reduce peak electricity and reduce energy consumption through energy efficiency projects and equipment upgrades. School districts can receive rebates from CenterPoint Energy that reflect their energy savings strategies. “A portion of these funds are reinvested into the […]

Harris County Educators and Parents Hold Protest and Vigil on Day Before National Sick-Out

Demand Suspension of STAAR Testing, Proper COVID-19 Safety Measures, and Fully-Funded Schools Parents, teachers, and students from at least six Houston area school districts are demanding that the Governor and state legislature cancel STAAR testing, implement adequate safety measures to stop COVID deaths, and fully fund public schools. The districts include Houston ISD, Aldine ISD, Pasadena ISD, Spring Branch ISD, Alvin ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, and others. The vigil comes the day before a December 15 […]

Harris County Libraries Remains Closed But Continues Virtual Programming and Curbside Pickup

Curbside Pickup at the Katy Library While the Katy Library at 5414 Franz Road is closed to the public, we are offering curbside pickup to check out items on your library account. Request online or contact us at 281-391-3509 to place orders or for more information.   Monthly Take-Home Craft Kit at the Katy Library Pick up a children’s craft kit each month at our no-contact curbside pickup. Even though the library’s closed, the fun doesn’t […]

Texas A&M-Kingsville Ends 2020 With Virtual Commencement

As COVID-19 continues to impact celebrations and get-togethers, Texas A&M University-Kingsville produced its third virtual commencement as nearly 650 students were prospective fall 2020 graduates. The administration at Texas A&M-Kingsville did not want their graduating seniors to miss the pomp and circumstance that surrounds commencement, so students were honored with a virtual ceremony. The commencement activities can be seen on the special commencement link at https://www.tamuk.edu/commencement/. A Virtual Academic Achievement Ceremony was held without the in-person […]

Sen. Cruz Delivers Virtual Commencement Address for Texas Southmost College

Senator Ted Cruz

‘The trials of this year have changed all of our lives, especially the lives of the students graduating today. Y’all have persevered and overcome these unique challenges, and for that, I congratulate you’ U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) yesterday delivered the virtual commencement address for the fall 2020 graduates of Texas Southmost College, located in Brownsville, Texas. Watch Sen. Cruz’s commencement address for Texas Southmost College here and read his full remarks below. “Welcome to Fall 2020 Commencement. It […]