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Houston ISD elementary, middle schools ranked among best in Texas in 2025 U.S. News rankings
U.S. News ranked two Houston ISD middle schools among the best 10 public campuses in the state in its 2025 rankings. Here's which campuses made the list.
Parents question stability at Harvard Elementary, HISD following principal's sudden departure
would not be assuming her role at the school, citing extensive online bullying. This marks the latest in a series of principal changes within HISD, following the state takeover of the district earlier this year. Pe Benito was set to replace Dr. Shelby ...
Houston ISD changes campus leadership at Harvard Elementary, Pershing Middle School
Two new principals at Harvard were named in the span of a week, with the first backing out because of "bullying on social media," according to the district. The previous campus leaders, Shelby Calabrese at Harvard and Alvin Goldman at Pershing,
HISD's Pershing Middle School sees leadership shakeup with principal, assistant principal changes
Houston ISD's Pershing Middle School saw a leadership shakeup Friday with the appointment of a new principal and four assistant principals. Central Division Superintendent Luz Martinez wrote that an immediate principal selection occurs without community engagement per regulation “when District leadership determines it is in the best interest of the school community,
Houston ISD Harvard Elementary Principal "no longer willing to serve" following social media bullying
An elementary school principal at Harvard Elementary School is “no longer willing to serve," according to a statement sent to parents by the Houston Independent School District.
Houston ISD says Harvard Elementary principal no longer taking job after 'extensive bullying'
A Houston ISD school principal will not be serving the job a week after accepting the role, according to the school district. This week, HISD sent a letter to parents informing them that Sharon Pe Benito will no longer be Harvard Elementary School's principal after receiving extensive bullying on social media.
HISD to hold first School Choice fair for 2025-26 applicants Saturday. Here's what to know.
Houston ISD plans to hold its first School Choice Fair on Saturday, where families can learn about the various magnet ...
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‘Upheaval and unrest:’ Parents, students speak to HISD board after Harvard Elementary staff shakeup
Parents and students both had the opportunity to address Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles and ...
HISD concedes defeat in $4.4 billion bond proposal
Prop. B would issue $440 million to fund technology improvements across HISD schools. HISD Superintendent Mike Miles sent ...
Community speaks out against Mike Miles' role in Houston ISD's $4.4B bond failure
Parents and elected officials spoke out Thursday against Superintendent Mike Miles’ reaction to Houston ISD’s failed $4.4 ...
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Armored car bids to property sales, HISD decision making remains under microscope
HISD remains under a microscope as its latest decisions on how to run and fund the district are being scrutinized. The issues are unsettling the community, which wants the district to be transparent.
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Houston ISD bond failure displays disconnect between state-appointed leadership and community
A local education expert says voters' rejection of a $4.4 billion bond package, at a time when many schools need repairs, ...
More HISD schools are joining Mike Miles' polarizing NES system. Parents have mixed opinions.
Many of Houston ISD's NES schools improved academically before joining the system but will be there 'for the forseeable ...
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Teacher says he can't file charges after HISD claims student didn't hurt him, and remains in class
A teacher claims an entire classroom witnessed him being knocked over by a student. When he wanted to press charges, HISD ...