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UH breaks freshman enrollment record, tops 7,000 for first time
The University of Houston is carrying strong enrollment momentum into the fall semester, welcoming a record-breaking class of nearly 7,100 freshmen — the first in UH history to top 7,000 — and … more
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Houston City College selected for ‘National Workforce Futures Accelerator’
Houston City College (HCC) has been selected as one of 15 community colleges nationwide to participate in the inaugural Workforce Futures Accelerator, a three-year initiative led by the Association … more
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Houston City College to receive 2026 Genesys Works Houston Bridge Award
Houston City College (HCC) has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Bridge Award, presented by Genesys Works Houston, the college system announced on August 31. The honor will be formally … more
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Houston City College is asking the Texas Legislature for $50 million to fund a new building on its Katy campus at 22910 Colonial Parkway. The proposed HCC Industry Training Center would be “designed like industry, organized like industry and built for the future,” HCC NW President Zachary Hodges told members of the business and community steering committee on September 1.
HCC seeks public support for new building at Katy campus ‘This is not your same HCC,’ Hodges tells local steering committee
Houston City College (HCC) is asking the Texas legislature for an appropriation of $50 million to fund a high-tech workforce center at its Katy campus in order to support industry needs including … more
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Robert Long III (left), moderator for the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Schools” luncheon on August 27, poses a question to school district superintendents whose districts serve the greater Katy area. From left: Roosevelt Nivens of Lamar CISD, Ken Gregorski of Katy ISD and Megan Pape of Royal ISD. Long is currently the director of board development services at the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), The event was held at the Community Rooms at Legacy Stadium, 1830 Katyland Drive in Katy.
Local superintendents highlight innovative programs at local school districts
Local business leaders had the opportunity to hear from area school superintendents on August 27 as the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “State of the Schools” luncheon at the … more
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Katy ISD Board approves 2026-2-27 budget, reviews proposed tax rate
The Katy ISD Board of Trustees approved a $1.17 billion general operating fund budget for the 2026 – 2027 fiscal year at its August 24 meeting, part of a $1.48 billion total budget that also funds … more
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Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum announces Katy Rice Harvest Festival art contest for KISD students
The Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum will be conducting a contest for young Katy ISD artists in the weeks leading up to the annual Katy Rice Harvest Festival, the museum announced on its Facebook … more
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Alexander Gui
Katy fifth grader earns Johns Hopkins CTY Grand Honors/SET
Alexander Gui, a fifth-grade student at Fred and Patti Shafer Elementary School in Katy, has earned Grand Honors/SET, the highest Talent Search recognition tier awarded by the Johns Hopkins Center … more
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The Calvin Nelms Charter Schools district located at 20625 Clay Road in Katy has earned an “A” rating from the Texas Education Agency for the 2025-2026 school year. The district’s two campuses serve 414 students.
Charter schools show mixed results in TEA accountability ratings
The report cards are in for charter school campuses serving the greater Katy area. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released the 2026 A-F Accountability Ratings for public school systems and campuses … more
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Katy ISD’s summer commencement ceremony celebrated 68 students who graduated, ready to take the next step towards college, the workforce or military service.
Caps, cheers and new beginnings: Katy ISD celebrates 2026 summer graduates
Cheers, applause and pride filled the Leonard E. Merrell Center as Katy ISD celebrated its 2026 Summer Graduating Class, recognizing 68 students who took their next steps toward college, careers, … more
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Srijak Roy
Young math prodigy earns national recognition
Srijak Roy, a fourth-grade student at Bryant Elementary School in Katy ISD, has been named to the 2026 National Math Stars Pathfinder cohort, earning national recognition for exceptional mathematical … more
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WoodCreek Elementary prepares for 20th anniversary
Families at WoodCreek Elemenary are invited to “leave their mark” with the school’s WoodCreek’s 20th Anniversary Legacy Mural. “As we celebrate 20 years of excellence at WoodCreek … more
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Freeman High School junior wide receiver Kenyon Roberts (#7) makes a leaping 40-yard reception over Cy-Lakes defender Amire Moore (#11) on Thursday, Aug. 27, at Cy-Fair FCU Stadium. The second-quarter play, Roberts’ first catch of the game, came just before halftime and helped set up Freeman’s first touchdown in the first varsity football game in school history. Though Cy-Lakes ultimately defeated Freeman, 19–14, the moment marked a memorable first for Roberts and a program celebrating the first of many milestones to come.
Freeman falls to Cy-Lakes 19-14
Legacy Stadium was filled with Tiger fans on August 29 as Katy High School took on the Atascocita Eagles. Katy won 28-17.
Tigers shred Atascocita 28-17
UT linebacker and Royal High School alum Justin Cryer (center) has donated $1,000 to the Royal Boys & Girls Club, which helped him get his start, he says.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston alumnus and Royal High School football standout Justin Cryer gives back to the Club that supported him
Justin “Juice” Cryer, a Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) alumnus and former Royal High School football standout, recently presented a $1,000 gift to the Royal Boys & Girls … more
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Tompkins falls to No. 2 in TGCA state volleyball poll
The Texas Girls Coaches Association (TGCA) released its latest volleyball poll on August 24, placing Tompkins in second place in Class 6A, behind Allen. Here is the complete list of the top 15 teams … more
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Katy ISD earns ‘B’ rating from TEA but outperforms state averages, earns top rating among state’s largest districts
KATY, TX [August 17, 2026] – Katy ISD earned a B/88 rating from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) during the 2025–2026 accountability cycle, placing Katy ISD as the top-performing large school … more
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Royal ISD receives ‘D’ rating from TEA for fourth consecutive time
The mid-August release of the Texas Education Agency’s 2026 accountability ratings showed that Royal ISD in Brookshire received a “D” rating with an overall score of 64, according to the TEA … more
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Harmony Public Schools posts strong performance in TEA's 2026 statewide accountability ratings
Harmony Public Schools is celebrating strong student outcomes as a result of the release of the Texas Education Agency’s 2026 statewide accountability ratings, the charter school system announced … more
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Legendary Katy High School football coach Gary Joseph shares the “TRUTH” philosophy guiding his players during his keynote address at the Rotary Club of Katy during its August 20 meeting at The Club at Falcon Point, 24205 Falcon Point Drive in Katy. “TRUTH” represents trust, respect, unselfishness, tradition and heart, Joseph said. Joseph has coached at KHS for 44 years and has taken the Tigers to the state finals eight times, capturing five state championships. His record is 168-14, among the best in Texas.
Coach Gary Joseph reveals secrets of KHS football success during Rotary talk
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