Houston Independent School District

Houston Independent School District 📍Largest school district in TX
🎓Preparing students for the future world 🌎 and workplace 💻 HISD won the Broad Prize for Urban Education in 2013 and 2002.

The Houston Independent School District is the largest school district in Texas and the eighth-largest in the United States. Its 276 schools serve over 194,000 students, most of whom are classified as economically disadvantaged. Each year, this award recognizes the public school system that has demonstrated the greatest overall performance and improvement in student achievement while reducing achi

evement gaps among poor and minority students. In December 2013, HISD received $30 million in federal Race to the Top funds for its innovative Linked Learning model that will blend rigorous academics and career preparedness from K-12 grades. HISD stands out as a district of choice. It offers a robust portfolio of schools from strong neighborhood schools to magnet, Vanguard, dual language, career and technical education and other specialized programs. HISD has the highest school district bond rating in Texas. In 2012, voters approved a $1.89 billion school construction bond to replace and repair 40 schools across the district, including 29 high schools.

09/04/2026
🏈 LUNCHDOWN SEPTEMBER IS HERE!Middle and high schoolers: every school lunch you eat this month earns an entry toward top...
09/02/2026

🏈 LUNCHDOWN SEPTEMBER IS HERE!

Middle and high schoolers: every school lunch you eat this month earns an entry toward top-tier prizes. More lunches = higher tiers = bigger rewards. 🏆

📅 Sept. 1–30
🍽️ Eat lunch. Earn entries. Win prizes.

09/02/2026

🌅🎓 There’s something special about the start of senior year.

For these Sharpstown High School seniors, it’s a chance to look back at how far they’ve come, appreciate the teachers who helped them along the way, and take in every moment before graduation arrives.

One last year. A lot to be thankful for. And so much still ahead.

Class of 2027, make it count. ⭐

HISD is continuing to closely monitor weather conditions and any potential impact to our schools and operations. Based o...
09/01/2026

HISD is continuing to closely monitor weather conditions and any potential impact to our schools and operations. Based on current forecasts, we do not anticipate any changes to normal District operations Wednesday at this time. We encourage families and staff to remain weather-aware and continue monitoring local weather updates.

⚠️ All Houston ISD after-school activities are canceled. Schools will dismiss at their normal times.
09/01/2026

⚠️ All Houston ISD after-school activities are canceled. Schools will dismiss at their normal times.

Here is the HISD September menu 🍽️
09/01/2026

Here is the HISD September menu 🍽️

HISD is closely monitoring the weather ⚠️
08/31/2026

HISD is closely monitoring the weather ⚠️

08/31/2026

🎓🌅 Senior year is officially underway at Sharpstown High School!

Seniors kicked off their final year together at Senior Sunrise, but these students are already looking well beyond graduation. Many are getting started in CTE pathways, building real-world skills and making plans for college and careers.

They’re not just ready for senior year. They’re Future-Ready.

Want to explore HISD’s CTE pathways, industry certifications, and career-focused programs? Visit HoustonISD.org → Schools & Academics → Career & Technical Education (CTE).

08/31/2026

For generations, Wheatley High School alumni believed their school could rise again. ✨

Now, after a classroom transformation, Fifth Ward’s historic high school is A-rated for the first time. 🌟 With all the changes, alumni say one thing will remain strong: Wildcat pride. 🐾

Read the full story and hear from alumni who helped carry Wheatley forward: https://hisdnow.houstonisd.org/p/~board/district-news/post/i-never-doubted-it-wheatley-high-school-alumni-reflect-on-the-campus-rise-to-excellence-with-2026s-a-rating

08/28/2026

🎒 Looking for a PreK seat? Join us TOMORROW!

HISD’s PreK Fall Festival is your chance to explore available PreK options, get help with enrollment, meet HISD teams, and get your little one ready for a great start to school. 🍎

📅 Sat., Aug. 29
📍 Yates High School
✏️ Family-friendly activities + enrollment help

Watch for what families need to know, then come see us!

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4400 W 18th Street
Houston, TX
77092

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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