Catch up on the latest news covering how the coronavirus is affecting education in the South Houston area.
Fort Bend ISD considers finishing the school year online, postponing graduation ceremonies at April 13 meeting
At the April 13 regular meeting, the school board considered options for classes and other school events for the remainder of the school year. Fort Bend ISD’s superintendent said a decision could be made in the coming days.
Houston ISD is asking its seniors to weigh in on graduation alternatives
Houston ISD also has not yet set alternative graduation plans, but seniors can fill out a survey to voice their opinions.
Houston ISD announces food distribution sites for the week of April 13
Houston ISD will distribute 30-pound bags of food to families at five different locations each weekday this week. The district is operating under revised protocols after an individual at a distribution site was potentially exposed to the coronavirus.
Equip-A-Student campaign hopes to bring technology, necessities to Fort Bend ISD students
A campaign launched for Fort Bend ISD on April 3 will raise funds to provide technology, food and other necessities to students in need.
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Pearland music teacher takes business virtual, gains students worldwide
Since Pearland resident Izzie Chea shifted her business, Encore Music Studio, online to comply with the area’s stay-at-home order, she has been able to reach students from around the world.
Claire Shoop, Matt Dulin and Haley Morrison contributed to this report.
