📣 We’re seeking certified bilingual teachers to help empower our diverse student community! 📚 Join the most rewarding place to be for anyone who wants to thrive in their career & make a real difference for kids. Register to attend on Saturday, 4/20: bit.ly/3Jie5Vw

HISD is hiring teachers and campus staff for a variety of positions for the 2024-2025 school year. PK-12 educators are invited to learn about Team HISD at our campus hiring event on Saturday, April 20. Register now: bit.ly/3TUtgZZ

69% of residents living in HISD said they would support a bond that didn't raise taxes, & prioritize investments to improve school security & increase access to high-quality CTE facilities. HISD is excited to work with the community to explore opportunities to invest in our kids.

Feel the #FreestyleFriday vibes! After wowing 2,000 educators at HISD's inaugural Convocation, Westside High School's Inertia Dance Company is bringing that same energy to their end-of-the-year concert April 25-27. Tickets are available at inertiadanceco.com.

As Houston's 37th Art Car Parade approaches this weekend, art car artist and HISD teacher Rickey Polidore took us inside his garage for a peek at his winning creations. 👀

On Saturday, Polidore will design two of the 250+ cars on display.

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Congrats to Noor Qadeer of Carnegie Vanguard HS on receiving the KPRC 2 Houston Senior Scholarship worth $2,500. Despite battling bone cancer, she maintained a high GPA and dedicated herself to educational projects and fundraising efforts. Read about her journey here: bit.ly/3INmKiu

HISD's Pre-K program offers a full day of enriching activities that help children learn, explore, and develop the skills to thrive in Kindergarten and beyond!

✏️ Writing
📚 Reading
🔢 Number recognition
🎨 Art
🏃 P.E.
😁 Play

Apply now through April 22: bit.ly/3SY2CyT

Students and families, join us for our 12th annual When I Grow Up career expo on 4/27. Explore career options in high-demand, high-growth industries and enjoy hands-on displays, stimulating exhibits, and activities to engage and motivate students. More: bit.ly/3VOpZ0P

HISD is raising salaries for Special Education teachers for the 2024-2025 school year.

SpEd teacher requirements:
Bachelor's or higher from an accredited college/university
TExES SpEd EC-12 certification
Core Content/Generalist certification

Learn more: bit.ly/4aAdmuw

Join us this Saturday, April 13 from 9 am - 12 pm at Yates HS for the Space Available School Choice Fair! Get info about the school choice process, get help completing applications, and speak with school representatives about space availability. We look forward to seeing you!

HISD & Space Center Houston teamed up to educate students about the solar eclipse! Megan McArthur & Space Center Houston reps visited 4 schools, distributing 'Eclipse in a Box' kits. Students experienced this celestial event firsthand while expanding their scientific knowledge. 🌌🔭

Reminder to our HISD community: The District will be closed on Wednesday, April 10, for the spring holiday. Students and staff will return on Thursday, April 11.

❗Reminder for HISD families: TODAY is the phase one school acceptance deadline for School Choice selections. Don't forget to confirm your decision with us by 11:59 p.m. at ChooseHISD.my.site.com. For more information, reach out to the School Choice team at (713) 556-6734.

Astronauts from Space Center Houston visited 4 HISD schools on Friday to teach students about the solar eclipse, & today, those students got to enjoy the rare occurrence with special glasses from the astronauts. Read more about their experiences: bit.ly/3vV75e6 Houston Chronicle

HISD is committed to improving special education services. That's why the 2024-2025 budget invests in our commitment to ensure all students receive the services they need to be successful. Increasing student achievement for all is a critical priority for the District.

From dressing up as Stacey Lewis in second grade to teeing off alongside her for the Chevron Championship Media Day, Carnegie Vanguard HS sophomore Syna Nijhawan, has earned top ranks and recognition as one of the top 400 junior players by the AJGA.

HISD previewed our 24-25 Action Plan for the District, Principal, & Teacher Advisory Committees. The plan outlines the key actions we are taking to increase student achievement, improve failing schools, & preserve quality options. bit.ly/49iOciY Houston Chronicle

For our latest edition of Straight from the School, I stopped by Holland Middle School. I saw students working hard, and educators who are helping kids grow and celebrating their success along the way. I also got a haircut! bit.ly/4ae2vGX

Come to one of our 7 Sunrise Center open houses across the District. The centers provide free healthcare, food, clothing, & other services to families &students & are an important part of how HISD can meet the needs of families. bit.ly/4cECDFR @houstonchron HISD Family & Community Engagement

HISD has been awarded Moody's Ratings AAA (triple A) rating, making it one of only seven school systems in Texas to receive the highest rating issued by Moody’s Investors Service. A solid financial foundation is imperative to the work of serving our students.