As Houston ISD’s board debates whether to add more days to the calendar, we want to hear your opinion about this proposal.
Asher Lehrer-Small / Staff writer
Asher Lehrer-Small is a K-12 education reporter for the Houston Landing. He previously spent three years covering schools for The 74 where he was recognized by the Education Writers Association as one of the top three education beat reporters in the nation working at a small newsroom. His work has appeared in The Boston Globe, Fast Company, The Guardian and others. He graduated from Brown University studying education policy and previously worked as a summer school math teacher in Providence, Rhode Island. Off the clock, you can find him tending to houseplants or frying up homemade donuts for a crowd.
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HISD board backs pursuing District of Innovation status, opens door to longer school year
Houston ISD board members voted Thursday to begin the process of seeking District of Innovation status, which could lead to an extended calendar.
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HISD’s new superintendent is embracing the ‘science of reading.’ Here’s what that means.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles is mandating the use of new reading materials in many schools amid a national debate over how to raise literacy rates.
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Could HISD’s school year get longer? District officials are taking a first step toward it.
Houston ISD’s school board is set to vote Thursday on proceeding with District of Innovation status, which could lead to more days in school.
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We toured 4 overhauled Houston ISD schools this week. Here’s a look inside.
Visits alongside Superintendent Mike Miles to classrooms undergoing major change revealed ruthless efficiency and constant engagement with students.
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Judge temporarily blocks new Houston ISD teacher evaluation system from taking effect
A temporary restraining order issued Thursday means HISD cannot implement its new model until mid-September at the earliest.
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Houston ISD teachers union sues district over new educator evaluation system
The Houston Federation of Teachers alleges Houston ISD administrators didn’t consult with legally required groups before adopting the model.
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From the classroom to cafeteria, here’s how some HISD schools will look different this year
As Houston ISD begins its first day of classes under Superintendent Mike Miles, students and staff at 85 of the district’s campuses will see big changes.
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‘Don’t know what to expect’: HISD students nervous, hopeful on first day at overhauled schools
While most Houston ISD classrooms will look similar to last school year, some campuses are undergoing a dramatic overhaul under Superintendent Mike Miles.
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Inside HISD’s central office changes: Overstated job cuts, more top-dollar administrators
New Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles hasn’t eliminated as many jobs as he suggested, and he’s spending more on the highest-paid district officials.