Category Archives: HCDE
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HCDE’s Education Foundation, Civic Engagement Teams Welcome UH Civic Houston Interns for Spring 2026
Leave a commentFebruary 12, 2026 by HCDE Communications
The Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) continues to be a strong advocate in growing the next generation of leaders …
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Trail Rides Through New Equine Therapy Partner Enhances Student Experience for HCDE’s Special Schools
Leave a commentFebruary 12, 2026 by HCDE Communications
Learning is beyond a classroom’s four walls, especially at Harris County Department of Education’s (HCDE) four special schools where educators …
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HCDE Celebrates 100 Years of Black History, Local Impact on Education
Leave a commentFebruary 6, 2026 by HCDE Communications
This year, Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) joins the nation in celebrating 100 years of Black history and the countless leaders who have …
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Heather Faunce-Estay’s Lifelong Passion to Serve Sets Her Apart as February Employee of the Month
Leave a commentFebruary 6, 2026 by HCDE Communications
Heather Faunce-Estay loves physical therapy and serving others. And while she has put this to good use in the last …
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Educators Celebrate 40 Years of Advocating for Young Learners at Early Childhood Winter Conference
Leave a commentFebruary 5, 2026 by HCDE Communications
For Tamika Bartley and her sizable contingent from Sheldon Independent School District, Saturday’s matching shirts and crescendo cheers when pointed …
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City Council Approves Increase in Program Funding for CASE for Kids’ City Connections
Leave a commentFebruary 5, 2026 by HCDE Communications
On Jan. 28, the Houston City Council approved increasing funding for out-of-school time program providers. This program, called City Connections, …
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Adult Education Recognized by County Commissioners to Help Celebrate International Day of Education
Leave a commentFebruary 5, 2026 by HCDE Communications
Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) was front and center, demonstrating the power of education in transforming communities, as County …
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HCDE Meets Employee Needs, Provides Computer Skills Training to Head Start Custodians
Leave a commentFebruary 2, 2026 by HCDE Communications
Recognized as a top workplace in America by USA Today, Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) continues to address the …
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HCDE Leadership Network, Share Best Practices at TASA Midwinter Conference
Leave a commentJanuary 31, 2026 by HCDE Communications
Education leaders from across the state traveled to San Antonio on Jan. 25-28 for fellowship, legal updates and to acquire new skills at the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) Midwinter Conference. Members …
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Supt. Colbert Participates in Early Childhood Initiatives Convening Meeting
Leave a commentJanuary 30, 2026 by HCDE Communications
Harris County Commissioners Adrian Garcia (Precinct 2) and Lesley Briones (Precinct 4) convened executives from various organizations across the region …
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