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HISD recognizes Erica Brame-Manuel as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Aug 13, 2024
Erica Brame-Manuel is the new principal of Cullen Middle School, adding to her extensive list of leadership roles. Her dedication to excellence and commitment to her students and staff have earned her recognition as this week’s HISD Star Educator.
University of Houston hosts seminar on AI & robotics in energy
By Houston Daily | Aug 12, 2024
In the evolving energy sector, the integration of robotic systems and artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly crucial. These technologies are essential both onshore and offshore, in oil and gas as well as renewables, due to their ability to operate in extreme conditions, reduce human risk, and enhance data collection efficiency.
Houston ISD $4.4 billion bond proposal will be placed on Nov. 5 ballot
By Houston Daily | Aug 12, 2024
The Houston Independent School District (ISD) Board of Managers voted unanimously on Thursday to place a $4.4 billion bond proposal for the school district on the November 5 ballot. About half of the amount would be used to rebuild over 40 aging elementary and middle schools and renovate several others.
Non-profit organization Good Reason Houston shares positive reaction to Houston ISD A-F Accountability data
By Houston Daily | Aug 9, 2024
Educational non-profit organization Good Reason Houston shared a positive reaction to the preliminary release of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) accountability data. On August 7, HISD, the largest public school district in Texas, announced a significant improvement in its A-F Accountability ratings.
HISD partners with Hazel Health to offer free telehealth services for students
By Houston Daily | Aug 8, 2024
HISD is committed to the health and wellness of its scholars by making healthcare more accessible through the removal of cost barriers for families. The District has partnered with Hazel Health, a telehealth service that connects students with healthcare providers at the touch of a button.
HISD convocation celebrates academic achievements as district looks ahead
By Houston Daily | Aug 8, 2024
The 2024 HISD Convocation treated thousands of educators, staff, and administrators, both in person and virtually, to a spirited kickoff to the 2024-2025 school year. The event featured a student-led musical, stories from students and parents, and highlights from the District’s year-one transformation progress.
University of Houston marks fifth year of STEM partnership with TC Energy
By Houston Daily | Aug 7, 2024
The University of Houston and TC Energy are celebrating the fifth anniversary of their partnership through the TC Energy Summer Scholars Academy. This program supports incoming freshmen pursuing majors in UH’s College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and Cullen College of Engineering.
HISD recognizes Parisa Behzadi as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Aug 6, 2024
Parisa Behzadi, the principal of Sylvan Rodriguez Elementary School, has been recognized as this week’s HISD Star Educator. Known for her enthusiasm and dedication to students and staff, Behzadi's approach to education aligns well with the cultural and linguistic diversity of Houston.
University of Houston develops new treatments for flu and coronaviruses
By Houston Daily | Aug 6, 2024
A team of researchers led by the University of Houston has discovered two new methods for preventing and treating respiratory viruses. In back-to-back papers in Nature Communications, the team from Navin Varadarajan's lab, M.D. Anderson Professor of William A. Brookshire Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, reports the development and validation of NanoSTING, a nasal spray that acts as a broad-spectrum immune activator against multiple respiratory viruses, and NanoSTING-SN, a pan-coronavirus nasal vaccine.
University of Houston's Moores Opera Center announces its upcoming opera season
By Houston Daily | Aug 5, 2024
The Moores Opera Center at the University of Houston’s Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts has announced its 2024-25 season, featuring four performances. This marks the second season for Artistic Director Kathleen Belcher and the inaugural year for Maestro Jorge Parodi as Music Director of the Moores Opera Center.
HISD holds inaugural Civic Ambassador Training for high school students
By Houston Daily | Aug 5, 2024
At the end of July, high school students throughout the District came together for the first annual HISD Civic Ambassador Training. The brainchild of HISD’s Community Partnerships Department, the training offered students an opportunity to become their schools’ “Civic Ambassadors.” Over the three-day intensive program held at the University of Houston’s Downtown campus, students learned about the power of their votes, the importance of local elections, and the value of collaborating with their peers for the benefit of their community.
Community events support families with back-to-school essentials
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2024
Organizations across the city are mobilizing to provide essential resources such as backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, and food to families in need for the 2024-2025 school year. The first day of school for HISD is Monday, August 12.
HISD recognizes Anthony Infante as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Jul 30, 2024
Anthony Infante, a third-grade teacher at Pugh Elementary School, has been recognized as this week’s HISD Star Educator. Infante, who has been teaching for four years, played a significant role in Pugh's transition to HISD’s New Education System (NES).
Houston faces challenges in transitioning its workforce amid global shift towards low-carbon energy
By Houston Daily | Jul 30, 2024
The greater Houston area, home to more than 4,700 energy companies, stands at a critical juncture.
HISD announces multiple opportunities for Pre-K sign-ups in August
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
HISD’s Early Childhood team will be available to answer questions and advise parents on enrollment options in the District’s pre-K program at several upcoming enrollment events.
Survey shows majority Texans back school voucher plans
By Houston Daily | Jul 29, 2024
Following months of contentious debate in the Texas Legislature last year, about two-thirds of the state’s residents now say they favor some proposals allowing parents to use taxpayer money to pay private school tuition. None of the proposals were approved last year, but Gov. Greg Abbott has vowed to try again in 2025.
New UH method enhances accuracy in thermal imaging for diverse applications
By Houston Daily | Jul 25, 2024
A new method to measure the continuous spectrum of light, developed in the lab of University of Houston professor of electrical and computer engineering Jiming Bao, is set to improve thermal imaging and infrared thermography. These techniques are used to measure and visualize temperature distributions without direct contact with the subject being photographed.
HISD hosting career information sessions for prospective school nurses
By Houston Daily | Jul 25, 2024
HISD’s Health and Medical department is organizing two virtual Career Information Sessions for individuals interested in becoming school nurses within the District.
Lamar valedictorian aims for change through activism
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2024
During his 13 years in the Houston Independent School District (HISD), Lamar High School graduate Michael Hamad achieved numerous accolades. He maintained perfect attendance from kindergarten through his senior year and was named the 2024 senior class valedictorian. Despite his impressive academic record, Hamad's ambitions extend beyond personal achievements. He envisions a brighter and more equitable future and has concrete plans to realize it.
HISD spotlights Dr. Alisa Zapata as Star Educator
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
Dr. Alisa Zapata has served as principal of Westside High School since 2022, where she and her team work to provide a vital, engaging educational experience for their zoned students, Westside’s STEAM magnet, and Futures Academy of Health Science students. She is this week’s HISD Star Educator.