As Harvey Two Year Anniversary Nears $90 Million in Disaster Recovery Funding Applied Harris County Commissioners have given the green light to Harris County Project Recovery-Harvey to proceed with development plans of eight (8) multi-story affordable rental facilities in various locations throughout the county. The projects also vary in terms of those served, from families, to seniors, to homeless youth and those with mobility, hearing and vision impairments. In January of 2019, the Harris County […]
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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, 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
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
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
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 […]
Shocks & Jolts Exhibit Debut
New exhibit generates buzz just in time for Labor Day weekend! Saturday, Aug. 31 Constellation Energy customers save $2 on admission through Labor Day Get ready for a shock to your system with an electrifying exhibit like no other, just in time for Labor Day weekend! Shocks & Jolts will zap you with opportunities to explore the exciting topic of electricity and investigate its properties, generation, and uses. You’re invited to ask questions, explore, experiment […]
Live Nation Houston just released a slate of new concerts coming soon to the greater Houston area.
The full lineup of concerts taking place in the weeks and months ahead is included in the attached excel grid, but we also wanted to share some recently announced events in the past week that might be of interest for coverage – see below: James Harden & Friends Charity Concert Friday, August 23 at Revention Center On Sale Now / Details & Tickets HERE Nurse Blake Wednesday, October 2 at House of Blues On Sale […]
Writers’ Workshop At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a special “Writers’ Workshop” on Saturday, September 7, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, in the Multi-purpose Room of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Aspiring writers are invited to bring samples of their work to be critiqued. Those attending this workshop should plan to bring five copies of their 3- to 5-page manuscript, double-spaced, with pages numbered. Participants will work in groups to critique each […]
Learn How To Design And Create Objects For 3d Printers
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will have a demonstration and instructional session, “Introduction to 3D Printing,” on Thursday, September 5, from 10:15 am to 12:30 pm, in the Computer Lab of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Library staff will introduce the 3D printer and explain how library patrons can print their own designs. Those attending the session will also learn about free websites that can be used to find 3D […]
Drivers Urged to be Extra Cautious, Alert as New School Year Begins
AUSTIN – As we begin a new school year, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding all Texans to slow down in school zones, be careful around school buses, follow all traffic laws, and stay alert around schools and the surrounding areas where children may be walking and playing. The start of the school year also generates an increase in overall traffic in many areas, and drivers are urged to take extra precautions. […]
Local Wind Turbine Construction on the Rise
In light of the recent power emergency in Texas last week brought about by scorching temperatures of up to 100ºC in some parts, wind power has become a hot topic in the local press. Wind farms now account for almost a third of the capacity of Texas, and this is set to rise due to recent revelations that wind power prices are now lower than that of natural gas. It is now much cheaper to build and operate […]
On Aug. 14, Katy Area Retired Educators (KARE) held its annual Hooky Day to kick off the 2019-2020 school year.
KARE’s theme is “Solving the puzzle for an A+ Retirement.”. Over 100 retired KARE members were in attendance to welcome new retirees. KARE’s next meeting will be held on Sept. 25, with guest speaker Precinct 5 Constable Ted Heap. All public school employees who retired under the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) are welcome to attend and bring a retired educator, friend or neighbor who is not a current member. KARE represents anyone who has worked in a school district and retired […]
Libraries To Close In Observance Of Labor Day
All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries, which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch and the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch, will be closed Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3. Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, streaming movies or music, downloading e-books, or using the research databases. For additional information, contact the library system’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
Mission Bend Branch Library To Present MS Powerpoint Series
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Mission Bend Branch Library will present a series of classes this month on using Microsoft PowerPoint 2016. The classes are free, and participants may attend individual sessions or the whole series. The Mission Bend Branch Library is located at 8421 Addicks Clodine Road, in northeast Fort Bend County. The first class, “MS PowerPoint 2016 Survival Basics,” will take place on Tuesday, September 3, beginning at 7:00 pm, in the Computer Lab. Learn the basics of this […]