KATY, TX [October 30, 2023] – We are excited to announce that LaTwanda Wilson has been appointed as the new principal of Robert E. King Elementary. Her official start date will be Monday, November 27, 2023. With a Master of Science in Educational Management from the University of Houston-Clear Lake, and an extensive 18-year tenure in public education, Ms. Wilson brings a wealth of experience and passion to her new role. She has previously served as […]
October, 2023
Katy ISD Athletics Hosts Hall of Honor Induction November 3
KATY, TX [October 31, 2023] – On Friday, November 3, Katy ISD will induct 23 individuals into its prestigious Athletic Hall of Honor during a special ceremony that will occur at halftime of the football game at Legacy Stadium. The 2023 Athletics Hall of Honor inductees are the seventh class to be enshrined, joining an illustrious group who have achieved athletic excellence while competing or coaching for Katy ISD. The purpose of the Katy ISD Athletic […]
Katy ISD Receives ‘Superior Achievement’ Fiscal Accountability Rating
KATY, TX [October 30, 2023] – Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) proudly announces that it has achieved an exemplary “A” rating for “Superior Achievement” in the Texas Schools FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas). The district has earned this distinction for over 20 consecutive years. This remarkable accomplishment is a testament to Katy ISD’s unwavering commitment to the highest standards of financial management and reporting. The FIRST rating signifies the district’s dedication to transparent, […]
Katy ISD Board of Trustees Approve Attendance Boundary Modifications for Schools in Northwest Quadrant
KATY, TX [October 30, 2023] – During tonight’s regular Board Meeting, the Katy Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to approve an Attendance Boundary Modification (ABM) for two of the district’s future schools, Junior High #18 and High School #10, as well as areas served by Haskett Junior High, Stockdick Junior High, Paetow High School, and Katy High School. This ABM would address the rapid growth within the neighborhoods surrounding those campuses. The new ABM will […]
Katy ISD’s Rapid Growth Includes Expansive Language Groups
KATY, TX [October 30, 2023] – Katy ISD is the fastest growing school district by student population in the Greater Houston Area, welcoming over 2,000 new students and families each school year. According to demographers, Katy ISD’s enrollment will exceed 100,000 students by 2027, a conservative projection by many indications. With this growth, 30% of new enrollees are considered emergent bilingual — a learner whose native language is something other than English and is in the process […]
Katy ISD Recognizes National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
KATY, TX [October 30, 2023] – This evening, 83 Katy ISD National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists were recognized among family, Board of Trustees, staff, and district leadership at a special reception. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) recently announced the names of over 16,000 semifinalists who participated in the 69th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Among them are 83 Katy ISD high school students. These highly decorated students have earned their place in the next phase of the […]
DPS Presents Purple Hearts, Medal of Valor and Other Prestigious Awards at October PSC Meeting
AUSTIN – On Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, the Texas Public Safety Commission (PSC), along with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven McCraw, presented several prestigious awards to DPS personnel, including a Medal of Valor, two Purple Hearts, five Director’s Citations, nine Lifesaving Awards and two Unit Citations. The Awards were presented at the Public Safety Commission meeting at DPS Headquarters in Austin. Four Director’s Awards were also given to law enforcement personnel outside the department. “These awards are a testament […]
New Features Available on My Texas Hunt Harvest App
AUSTIN — In preparation for the Nov. 4 opening of general deer hunting season, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has updated the My Texas Hunt Harvest mobile app with a new Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Zone information tool. The interactive map tool allows hunters to view zone boundaries and tap any location in the state to determine if it is in or near a CWD Zone. TPWD has implemented several new CWD zones since last hunting season, so hunters […]
Community: Harris County Sheriff’s Office Partners with Lights On! to Launch Innovative Voucher Program
October 30, 2023 Houston, TX- The Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is excited to announce the launch of the Lights On! pilot program, a proactive initiative aimed at improving road safety and fostering positive police-community interactions. The program is set to launch on November 1, 2023, in the East Aldine area. Lights On! is a community-driven program with the mission to heal police-community relationships by replacing equipment violation tickets with repair vouchers redeemable at partnered […]
Safeguarding Fort Bend County’s Holiday Spirit: Legal Allies for a Worry-Free Season
As the holiday season beckons, Fort Bend County is poised to embark on a journey of festive jubilance and merrymaking. Yet, as the season of joy approaches, it brings with it the potential for legal complexities that could cast a shadow over the celebrations. But take heart, for a reliable attorney stands ready to be your guardian, guaranteeing that your Fort Bend County holiday experience remains an undisturbed and genuinely pleasurable affair. With their support, […]