Harris County, Texas — Today, the Harris County Commissioners Court enacted a burn ban in response to prolonged dry and hot weather, which has heightened the risk of grass fires across unincorporated Harris County. Currently, 120 counties in Texas are under burn […]
Education
Sport Clips Haircuts Launches Annual ‘Help A Hero’ Campaign to Raise $1.5 Million for Veteran Scholarships through Nov. 16
Now the largest scholarship program of its kind, Help A Hero supports service members pursuing education needed for civilian careers GEORGETOWN, Texas (Oct. 9, 2024) – Sport Clips Haircuts has launched its annual “Help A Hero” campaign to raise $1.5 million through […]
Katy ISD Names Faldyn Elementary Principal
KATY, TX [October 8, 2024] – Katy ISD Superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski has named Kathryn Leeper as the new principal of Faldyn Elementary. She will officially assume the role on Tuesday, October 15. Leeper has nearly 20 years of experience in […]
Juan Castillo appointed Acting President of Texas A&M International University
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp has appointed Juan J. Castillo as the Acting President of Texas A&M International University in Laredo, effective immediately. Castillo, who has served as the Vice President for Finance and […]
Katy ISD To Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
KATY, TX [October 7, 2024] – The Katy ISD Police Department will partner with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, scheduled for Saturday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the district’s Law […]
Katy ISD Legacy Parent Academy to Host Safety Forum for October Webinar
KATY, TX [October 7, 2024] – Parents and community members are invited to learn about the comprehensive safety and security measures in place across the district at this month’s Legacy Parent Academy session. Katy ISD will host a Campus Safety and […]
How to Maintain a Clean Work Environment During Commercial Renovations
There are multiple reasons to prioritize a clean commercial construction site. It reduces risk of worker injury. It promotes a productive work environment. Clean sites also do wonders for public impression, reminding the community that your project adheres to the […]
UHV dedicates new statue, renames room to honor supporters
UHV President Bob Glenn, left, Ben Galvan and Diana Galvan unveil the new jaguar statue in front of UHV University Commons. The statue is made of bronze and was sculpted by Ban Glanz, an award-winning artist who also created the […]
Teach For America Houston Launches Fourth Year of Ignite Tutoring Fellowship To Help Accelerate Student Learning
The Ignite Fellowship Provides Tutors to Support Math Acceleration for Houston Area Students Through Small Virtual Cohorts Houston, Texas, Oct. 3, 2024—Education nonprofit Teach For America Houston announced the fourth year of its tutoring program, the Ignite Fellowship. The tutoring […]
Katy ISD Agricultural Students, Teachers Earn State and National Honors
KATY, TX [October 3, 2024] – Katy ISD is steeped in a long history of agriculture, and this year’s FFA State Convention, held this summer in Houston, gave District students and teachers an opportunity to shine on their home turf. Among […]
