EDUCATION
Humble ISD trustees approved a compensation plan for the 2022-23 school year that includes 4% raises for all staff members and $1,000 stipends for returning full-time auxiliary, child nutrition, custodial and transportation staff. (Wesley Gardner/Community Impact Newspaper)
Humble ISD raises starting teacher salary to $61,500 ahead of 2022-23 school year
A 2021 Charles Butt Foundation poll of 919 Texas teachers showed a 10% increase from the previous year in the number of teachers who seriously considered leaving the profession. (Ethan Pham/Community Impact Newspaper)
Low pay, pandemic exacerbate teacher shortages for local, statewide districts
New Caney ISD’s student population has grown by roughly 13.8% since the 2017-18 school year with growth expected to continue as more housing opportunities are developed, according to a Population and Survey Analysts report. (Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Projections estimate New Caney ISD will add roughly 5,600-9,600 new students by 2031
New Caney ISD trustees at their May 16 meeting approved the process to seek out a construction company to manage Phase 2 of the buildout of West Fork High School. (Wesley Gardner/Community Impact Newspaper)
Phase 2 buildout of West Fork High School in the works for New Caney ISD
Lone Star College System awarded 9,476 students with degrees and certifications during its spring commencement ceremonies. (Courtesy LSCS)
LSCS sees largest graduating class with baccalaureate degrees included in 2022 commencement
Lone Star College System is enrolling for its online college this fall. (Andrew Christman/Community Impact Newspaper)
Lone Star College System adds online campus, additional e-learning opportunities for fall 2022
Residents living in Humble ISD’s boundaries supported a bond referendum May 7 with two propositions totaling $775 million that aim to address the district’s growth and technology needs. (Community Impact Newspaper file photo)
UPDATE: Humble ISD superintendent touts projected approval of $775M bond package
Lone Star College System is in the process of redistricting. (Andrew Christman/Community Impact Newspaper)
Lone Star College System anticipates June redistricting map adoption
NewQuest Properties announced plans May 2 for a 1,080-acre residential community in Plantersville at FM 1774 and Hwy. 105. (Courtesy NewQuest Properties)
CI TEXAS ROUNDUP: 1,080-acre community to be developed at FM 1774, Hwy. 105 in Plantersville; Pflugerville ISD facing financial woes due to property values and more top news
The grand opening of the Robbie & Lynore Robinson Fine Arts Center was postponed in December after Plano ISD officials said they discovered "significant cracking as a result of poor workmanship and/or design." (William C. Wadsack/Community Impact Newspaper)
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Humble ISD is inviting teachers to apply for open teaching positions at an in-person teacher job fair from 4:30-7:30 p.m. April 29 at the Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Humble ISD invites educators to register for teacher job fair
Child care can be expensive for families, especially those with limited incomes. According to the Economic Policy Institute, child care in Texas for one child at age 4 can cost $7,062 annually, while infant care costs more. (Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Lake Houston-area parents battle rising child care costs as industry faces challenges
According to ownership, the company first opened the new location this February and held a grand opening in mid-March. (Courtesy of Plano Antique Mall)
CI TEXAS ROUNDUP: Plano Antique Mall relocates to new west-side location; Local Table relocating to a larger space in Katy area and more top news
In compliance with changes made in 2019 to the Texas Education Code, school districts are required to divide bond elections into separate ballot propositions based on what is being financed. On May 7, Humble ISD voters will decide for or against two bond propositions. (Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Humble ISD puts $775M bond on May 7 ballot
Humble ISD trustees discussed employee compensation and a proposed plan to pay student teachers during an April 19 budget workshop. (Wesley Gardner/Community Impact Newspaper)
Humble ISD officials propose 3% employee raises, teacher retention initiatives during budget workshop
Magnolia Village is a 60-acre mixed-use development proposed at FM 1488 and Spur 149 in Magnolia. (Rendering courtesy Gulf Coast Commercial Group)
CI TEXAS ROUNDUP: Construction to start on Magnolia Village retail center May 2; Stranger Things Store to open in Grapevine Mills and more top news
New Caney ISD trustees approved a new compensation package for teachers for the 2022-23 school year at their April 18 meeting that will include a $2,000 stipend for all district employees. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact Newspaper)
New Caney ISD trustees approve 2022-23 employee compensation plan
Humble ISD high school students will have the opportunity to study barbering in the 2022-23 school year following trustees’ approval of two new courses at their April 12 regular meeting. (Wesley Gardner/Community Impact Newspaper)
Humble ISD trustees approve new barbering courses for 2022-23 school year
Davis Elementary School fifth graders Luke Juli and Bryan Huerta Ramos work with teacher Kristine Carrington on an assignment. (William C. Wadsack/Community Impact Newspaper)
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