03/04/2026
Data is powerful when it’s understood. HCDE-Research and Evaluation Institute recently shared practical strategies for turning dashboards and datasets into compelling stories that resonate with stakeholders at Region 4 Education Service Center's DataCon. Leaders learned to effectively highlight progress, communicate needs and improve outcomes for students and families.
01/30/2026
REI Team Presents on Using Dashboards, Data Decision Making at School Executives Conference
Research & Evaluation Institute Director Yolanda Pyrtle and Dr. Akua Obeng, division research manager and data analyst, presented recently at the Texas Council of Women School Executives Annual...
08/08/2025
We are REI!!! Convocation 2025
06/30/2025
‘Fishing For Data’ by REI Team Helps Produce ‘Reel Time, Reel Results’ for HCDE Divisions
Ready for an early morning trip to the lake, Harris County Department of Education’s (HCDE) Research and Evaluation Institute (REI) took its fellow divisions on a fishing expedition to better under…
02/25/2025
REI Team Shines at Southwest Educational Research Association Annual Meeting
Harris County Department of Education’s (HCDE) Research and Evaluation Institute (REI) division left a notable impression at the 48th Southwest Educational Research Association Meeting, held Feb. 1…
11/04/2024
Our research team attended the Choice Partners Food Expo 2024!
11/04/2024
Our research coordinator, Jonathan Khandaker, attended the Education Foundation luncheon!
10/02/2024
Our researchers, Jesus, Aansa, and Likita, spoke at the CASE for Kids After School Conference on The Basics of Literature Review and Evaluation.