• Katy ISD Announces 2023-24 Districtwide Teachers of the Year

    Katy ISD Announces 2023-24 Districtwide Teachers of the Year

    KATY, TX [March 26, 2024] – Katy ISD proudly announces the exceptional educators selected as the 2023-2024 Districtwide Teachers of the Year. These passionate educators have not only demonstrated a commitment to student success but have also ignited a passion for learning in their classroom, leaving an indelible mark on the Katy ISD community. This year’s honorees, representing both elementary and secondary levels, exemplify the spirit of our mission by providing unparalleled learning experiences designed to […]

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  • Construction Underway on Second Phase of Boardwalk Square Apartment Homes

    Construction Underway on Second Phase of Boardwalk Square Apartment Homes

    KATY, TX (March 21, 2024) – Less than three years after opening its first phase of multifamily residences in the Katy Boardwalk District, Sueba USA has broken ground on its second phase named “Boardwalk Square,” which is poised to be the newest luxury, loft-style apartment community in the City of Katy. The project will be located off Kingsland Blvd., within walking distance of the 90-acre Katy Boardwalk District lake and nature preserve, as well as the […]

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  • Katy ISD Invites You to Experience Pioneer Life at the 38th Annual Folk Life Festival

    Katy ISD Invites You to Experience Pioneer Life at the 38th Annual Folk Life Festival

    KATY, TX [March 21, 2024] – Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Texas at the highly anticipated 38th Annual Folk Life Festival, hosted by Katy ISD. Join us as we transport you to the late 1800s, offering a glimpse into pioneer life like never before. Discover how our ancestors dressed, survived, and thrived in this rugged era. From traditional foods to hands-on activities, including blacksmith demonstrations and weaving, the festival promises an […]

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  • OUSTANDING KATY TEACHER RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD  

    OUSTANDING KATY TEACHER RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD  

    Humanities Texas is pleased to announce that Taylor Kratz of Mayde Creek High School in Houston has been selected as one of 15 recipients of a 2023 Humanities Texas Outstanding Teaching Award. Kratz is the recipient of the Humanities Texas Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award, which recognizes exemplary K–12 humanities teachers. Humanities Texas presents annual statewide awards to encourage excellence in teaching and recognize Texas classroom teachers who have made exceptional contributions in teaching, curriculum development […]

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  • Katy ISD Art Students Raise $224,000 at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Art Auction

    Katy ISD Art Students Raise $224,000 at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Art Auction

    KATY [March 20, 2024] – Six exceptionally talented students from Katy Independent School District had their artwork advance to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo (HLS&R) Art Auction, generating a total of $224,000. Among these talented students was Taoran Shi from Woodcreek Elementary, whose artwork titled “Roosters with Bandanas,” created under the guidance of art teacher Melanie Korte, claimed the Elementary Reserve Class Champion accolade. Notably, the artwork commanded one of the highest bids of the […]

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Houston Symphony to Receive Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts

Itzhak Perlman

The Houston Symphony has been approved for a $15,000 Grants for Arts Projects award to support two concerts featuring the Symphony’s Artistic Partner, the renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman. The Houston Symphony project is among 1,248 projects across America totaling $28,840,000 that were selected to receive this first round of fiscal year 2022 funding in the Grants for Arts Projects category. “The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to support arts projects like this one […]

Five Ways to Feel Good About Yourself

Whatever your life situation, it’s very important to feel good about yourself. When it comes to finances, physical health, and mental well-being, changing your perspective on yourself is essential to getting more done and being there for the people you love. It is hard to care for others when you don’t feel good about yourself. The first step in doing better for yourself and the ones who depend on you is to feel great about […]

Self Storage in Memphis, Tennessee

Are you running out of space in your home for all of your belongings and don’t know what to do? Some people may tell you to give away some of your stuff, but maybe that stuff has important or sentimental value to you. Regardless of your reasons for wanting to keep the things you have accumulated, self storage may provide an alternative to giving away or selling your belongings. Renting a self storage unit does […]

Exploring the Use of Anoro Ellipta to Help you Understand its Impact

Anoro Ellipta inhaler contains compounds like umeclidinium and vilanterol. These ingredients help relax your airway muscles for easy breathing. Its use can control airflow blockages and flare-ups in grownups facing the issue of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The medicine can also be helpful for emphysema and bronchitis. Some believe that it cannot treat asthma. Anyway, Anoro is a prescription medicine, and you should follow your doctor’s recommendation only to avoid any health risks. So, […]

How Does an ENT Specialist Treat Chronic Sinusitis?

A vast majority of individuals are suffering from a chronic sinus infection. Research proves that millions of people suffer from ENT issues. Many patients go for home remedies to treat the sinus. Ear Nose Throat, Head & Neck Surgery clinic can assist individuals requiring endoscopic sinus surgery. Here are a few strategies that ENT specialists use for complete treatment of chronic sinusitis infection: Many patients suffering from sinus infections are consulting the healthcare provider. The […]

Six FBCA Upper School Students Chosen for National Art Honor Society & National Junior Art Honor Society (NAHS/NJAHS) Juried Exhibition Showcase

FBCA Fine Arts has accomplished yet another incredible achievement. The annual National Art Honor Society/National Junior Art Honor Society (NAHS/NJAHS) Juried Exhibition showcases the artwork of talented student artists who are members of the NAHS/NJAHS programs. This year, six FBCA students were chosen to be featured in this juried exhibition that begins January 18, 2022 and runs through April 29, 2022. Upper School students Alexa Gerke, Ava Kwan, Nicole Pfister, Hailey Hendershot, Jason Nguyen, and […]

TPWD Closing Oyster Harvest Area in San Antonio Bay

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is closing TX-25 in San Antonio Bay to commercial and recreational oyster harvest beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Jan. 14, 2022. This closing is based on samples recently collected by TPWD showing low abundance of legal-sized oysters. TPWD has worked with the oyster industry to develop criteria for closing areas to harvest. The criteria include parameters for oysters when they fall below certain thresholds based on the abundance […]

HHSC Urges Rural Hospitals, Nursing Facilities to Apply for COVID-19 Funding By Jan. 12 Deadline

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is reminding rural hospitals and nursing facilities in Texas to apply for $128 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding to help pay for critical staffing needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, Jan. 12. “We’re encouraging health care providers who have worked so hard in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for these funds which […]

Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey Launches Crime Task Force

Commissioner Ramsey rallies law enforcement agencies to tackle crime Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey led a meeting today with nearly a dozen law enforcement agencies to discuss tactics on crime reduction. “Just the other day, criminals barged into a home, murdered a grandmother, and injured her son. A couple of weeks ago, a father was killed walking into Chuck E. Cheese to celebrate his daughter’s birthday. Those are just two of more than 600 homicides we’ve […]

Teen Wins District Round of Constitution Oratorical Contest, Goes to Division

22nd District Department of Texas American Legion Promotes Americanism The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and rights and privileges of American citizenship. The program has […]