Honoring the Impact of Community Volunteers Across the District (Katy, Texas) – Katy ISD’s Partners in Education department hosted its annual Volunteer Celebration on May 1 as part of the district’s Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) program, recognizing the dedication and […]
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Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association Joins Governor Abbott at CIM Gala to Celebrate Workforce Development in Construction Materials
AUSTIN, Texas [April 27, 2026] – Leaders from across Texas’ construction materials industry gathered at the Texas State University Concrete Industry Management program’s (TXST CIM) Scholarship Gala April 23 in San Marcos to celebrate its mission of advancing education, workforce […]
Jim Davidson Running for Katy ISD Board of Trustees Position 4 in May Election
KATY, Texas — As voters across Katy, Texas prepare for the upcoming Katy ISD Board of Trustees election, Jim Davidson has entered the race for Position 4, bringing a background tied to local service and strong connections to the district. […]
University of Houston, DHR Health Break Ground on New Medical Research and Education Hub
Rio Grande Valley facility will expand the physician pipeline, advance community-based research and improve access to care HOUSTON– The future of health care in the Rio Grande Valley moved forward as the University of Houston and DHR Health broke ground […]
CDF-Texas: Proposed Rule Change Could Threaten Housing Security for Thousands of Texas Children
The federal government estimates that its proposed rule change could threaten the housing of 36,000 eligible children living in immigrant and mixed-status households nationwide. Nearly a quarter of impacted families live in Texas. AUSTIN, TX—Children’s Defense Fund-Texas (CDF-Texas), the Texas office […]
Peak Performance: Katy ISD Financial Services Earns TASBO Award of Excellence in Financial Management
KATY, TX [March 6, 2026] – Katy ISD’s Financial Services Department has once again earned the Award of Excellence in Financial Management from the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO), recognizing the district’s strong commitment to transparency, accountability and […]
Jordan High Students Lead Fight Against Childhood Hunger in Houston
Through their C.U.R.E. initiative, HOSA students raise awareness about undernutrition, serve hundreds locally, and advance to state competition. Students from Jordan High School are working to make a meaningful impact across the Greater Houston area through a student-led initiative focused […]
Set Course to State: Katy ISD Destination Imagination Teams Advance to Lone Star Finals
KATY, TX [February 24, 2026] – Creativity, collaboration and problem-solving are taking center stage as 18 Katy ISD Destination Imagination teams advance to the Lone Star Finals, the state’s premier innovation competition, April 10 – 11 at The University of Texas […]
Katy ISD Strengthens Partnerships at Annual Community Partner Open House
45 local businesses and organizations come together to support students, staff, and volunteers Katy, Texas –Katy ISD Partners in Education welcomed 45 business and community partners for the annual VIPS Leadership Council – Business & Community Partnerships (BCP) Open House. […]
Boots on the Ground: Boots on the Ground: Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show Rides Into Town Feb. 9–14
KATY, TX [February 9, 2026] – It’s boots, cowboy hats and blue jeans season in Katy as the 2026 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show and Katy Rodeo kicks off Feb. 9–14, bringing six days of competition, community pride and Texas […]
