Houston Landing

A shorter summer vacation? These Houston schools tried it—and not everyone got on board

Some officials cite funding issues, high staff turnover and parent complaints about the unique schedule.

Houston ISD students speak out on school changes since state takeover

Students take short quizzes each day in most classes, the library that used to have beanbags is now filled with desks, and core classes assign half an hour of worksheets after the day’s main lesson.

Spring Branch ISD confirms imminent elimination of all school librarian positions

Lesser-trained “media center assistants” will keep libraries running for the district’s nearly 34,000 students. The changes come as the district completes its $35 million districtwide budget slash.