Why It Matters
What is Currently Happening?
The Future
100


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 

 

100


Who is the current HISD Superintendent?


Who is F. Mike Miles?

100


What is one goal HISD has for improving student achievement?


What is increasing the percentage of third-grade students who meet grade level on state reading assessments? 

200


How does HISD impact Houston’s economy?


What is workforce development? 

200


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?

200


What is one way HISD is preparing students for future careers?


What is Seniors to Success?

300


Why does equitable funding matter in public schools?


What are unfair funding and resource gaps in lower-income areas?

300


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



 

300


How might technology shape the future of HISD classrooms?


What is Data-Driven Instruction?

400


Why is teacher retention a key focus for HISD?


What is consistency in instruction and cost?

400


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 health support?

400


What future partnerships could benefit HISD students?


What are partnerships with local universities and corporations?  
500


Why does HISD’s diversity strengthen the district?


What are broader perspectives in learning? 

500

What score does HISD currently have? 

What is B?

500


What ongoing challenges is HISD facing?


What is teacher turnover, staffing shortages, declining student enrollment, financial strain, funding gaps, and curriculum controversies?