History
When was the Houston Independent School District founded?
What is 1923?
Why is public education important to the Houston community?
What is...
1) Economic growth and workforce development
2) Equal opportunity
3) Civic engagement
4) Cultural and social cohesion
5) Community stability
6) Community stability
Who is the current HISD Superintendent?
Who is F. Mike Miles?
What is one goal HISD has for improving student achievement?
What is the Texas Education Freedom Account?
HISD integrated its schools during which decade?
What is the 1960s?
How does HISD impact Houston’s economy?
What is workforce development?
What recent changes have been made to HISD’s school leadership structure?
What is the Texas Education Agency and the replacement of 4 of the 9 Board of Managers?
What is one way HISD is preparing students for future careers?
What is Seniors to Success?
Name one historic HISD school that has been operating for over 75 years.
What is Heights High School (originally Reagan High School) founded in 1926?
Why does equitable funding matter in public schools?
What are unfair funding and resource gaps in lower-income areas?
What are the five new programs or curriculum changes that were introduced this year?
What is:
1. District-Mandated Curriculum Implementation
2. Special Focus School Overhaul
3. Expansion of Early Childhood Education
4. Introduction of Spanish-Language Math Instruction
5. Free Metro Passes for High School Students
How might technology shape the future of HISD classrooms?
What is Data-Driven Instruction?
What major event in 2017 caused widespread damage to HISD schools?
What is Hurricane Harvey?
Why is teacher retention a key focus for HISD?
Consistency in instruction and cost?
What are HISD’s current efforts around student safety and well-being?
What are weapon detection systems, installed in all high schools in 2025, and mental heath support?
What future partnerships could benefit HISD students?
What was one of the most significant reforms in HISD’s history?
What is the Texas Education Agency takeover of 2023?
Why does HISD’s diversity strengthen the district?
What are broader perspectives in learning?
What score does HISD currently have?
What is B?
What ongoing challenges is HISD facing?
What is teacher turnover, staffing shortages, declining student enrollment, financial strain, and curriculum controversies?