New MOU aims to address Texas’ water and energy challenges by integrating advanced reactor systems with desalination and sustainable energy production. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Summary: Texas Tech University is partnering with Natura Resources and Abilene Christian University (ACU) to deploy Natura’s molten […]
Education
Katy ISD Board of Trustees Approves 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar
KATY, TX [January 27, 2025] – At this month’s Board meeting, Katy ISD’s Board of Trustees approved the instructional calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Key dates from the calendar include: First Day of School – Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 Last Day of […]
Katy Chapter of AARP Meeting
The Katy Chapter of AARP will meet Tuesday, February 11th, at Midway BBQ, 6191 Highway Blvd, in Katy. The meeting will start at 6:30 pm with a short meeting and announcements, followed by entertainment by Tanya Coury. Tanya plays a […]
Consider growing citrus trees in containers
By Peggy d’Hemecourt, Advanced Master Gardener: Earth-Kind Landscaping If you’ve ever eaten citrus fruit freshly harvested from your own tree, you understand the almost irrepressible urge to grow these semi-tropical trees. Many an avid gardener has planted citrus in the […]
Preview Nights at Miller Career & Technology Center Showcase Career-ready CTE Offerings
KATY, TX [January 24, 2025] – Ahead of this year’s course selection period, Katy ISD’s innovative career and technical education (CTE) programs will be on display for interested students and families to learn more. Offered at Miller Career & Technology Center […]
Harmony School of Enrichment to Participate in the Great Kindness Challenge
[Houston, Texas] – Harmony School of Enrichment is thrilled to announce its continued participation in the Great Kindness Challenge, a global event dedicated to fostering kindness and compassion in school communities. This year’s Challenge will take place from Monday, January 27th, through […]
Empowering Change – How Two Young Students of Katy ISD Advocates Are Transforming Girls’ Education in India
In an era where educational disparities continue to plague underprivileged communities, two young students, Rohan and Rishabh Jha, have emerged as powerful advocates for change. Hailing from Cinco Ranch High School and Beck Junior High, these brothers have not only […]
Parker Elementary Advanced Chorus selected to perform at prestigious American Choral Directors Association conference in Dallas
Funds needed to help Parker students achieve this dream Houston, January 22, 2025 – The Parker Elementary Advanced Chorus, under the direction of Marianna Parnas-Simpson, has been selected as one of the performing ensembles at the prestigious American Choral Directors Association […]
UHD Closes Campuses for Jan. 21 and 22 Due to Winter Storm
HOUSTON (Jan. 20, 2025) – University of Houston-Downtown campuses are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 21 and 22, due to expected hazardous winter weather conditions. UHD will provide updates by Wednesday afternoon on the condition of the campuses and plans for […]
The Impact of Safety Training on Workplace Culture
Regardless of what a company does, if it has a brick-and-mortar location, or more than one, the employees there need to go through safety training. If they don’t, it makes things a lot more uncertain if there’s ever an emergency […]
