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The Power to Write Well Opens Doors of Opportunity for A Student’s Future
The power of the written word is strong. And the power of being able to easily write correct and grammatical sentences is powerful indeed. “The ability to write correctly is actually the ability to communicate effectively,” according to Anne Scott, an […]
Educational Website Focuses Upon Katy ISD & Helping Parents Help Their Children
Middle School Up Literacy is a new website launched with a laser-like focus to help Katy I.S.D. parents more effectively help advocate for their children in the public education system. The owners of the site say the Texas Education Agency […]
Katy ISD Celebrates Employee Milestones at Annual Service Awards Event
KATY, TX [April 3, 2024] – On Tuesday, April 2, Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) hosted the annual Employee Service Awards event, honoring and celebrating district employees who have reached remarkable milestones in their careers. Themed around the “Eras of Excellence” […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Katy ISD’s 2024 – 2025 Prekindergarten Preregistration Coming Soon
KATY [March 19, 2024] – The Katy Independent School District Prekindergarten program preregistration for the 2024-2025 school year opens April 1, 2024, for children who qualify and are zoned to the district. Parents of eligible students for the program are encouraged to complete […]
