On April 17, Gov. Greg Abbott announced initial steps to reopen the state's economy during the coronavirus outbreak; however, he also issued an executive order directing all schools to remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.
Following Abbott's order, officials at Humble and New Caney ISDs released statements to parents and staff members regarding next steps. Prior to the April 17 order, both districts were scheduled to remain closed through May 3, per state guidelines set March 31.
Free curbside meals for students will continue for HISD and NCISD students through the end of their respective school years, officials stated. Students at both districts will also need to continue their distance learning courses through the end of the year.
HISD officials stated that books, uniforms and equipment would need to be returned to the district by the end of the year, and the district would work with students to return personal items left on campuses.
With students unable to return to campuses or congregate in groups for the remainder of the year, certain ceremonial events, such as graduation and prom, are up in the air. Although NCISD officials already announced April 6 that it would be canceling prom for New Caney, Porter and Infinity Early College high schools, officials have not released information on if and how graduation will be conducted.
