Houston Independent School District
What to Know:
- Houston ISD will pilot two new K-8 schools focused on artificial intelligence and workforce readiness.
- Curriculum elements include AI tools, design thinking and real-world problem-solving experiences.
- The announcement comes amid broader discussions about school consolidation and declining enrollment, with Superintendent Mike Miles citing potential funding sources and partnerships to support innovation and reduce costs.
The district invested no more than $700,000 for the platform through May 2026.
After a student died and the family brought attention to a nearby but non-working automated defibrillator, the school district plans to enhance maintenance and training.
Proposition A would allocate $3.96 billion for school building renovations and expansions, while Proposition B would allocate $440,000 for technology equipment, systems and infrastructure.
The $4.4 billion bond proposal was revealed last week during a public meeting and is potentially the largest bond package ever in the state. Tech is folded into $1 billion for programming and tech spending.
The school district canceled its Verizon programming for Internet and free devices, but lawmakers disagree with that decision.
