Texas public schools reported losing more than 14,200 immigrant students during the 2025–26 school year, a 7% decline from the previous year and the first statewide decrease in this student population since the pandemic.
The number fell to 179,423 … Read the rest
Unified FORE Joy gave Texas communities a clear reminder after September 13–20, 2026: sport can teach belonging as powerfully as it teaches swing path, scoring, and teamwork. The 2026 Topgolf Unified Fore Joy Pro-Am in Texas ran during those dates … Read the rest
Kicks for Class gave Houston families a clear example of how school sports access often starts before practice begins. On September 10, 2026, about 100 middle school students from Edison Middle, Owens Intermediate, Paul Revere Middle, and Spring Woods Middle … Read the rest
Oak Cliff sports carry stories that live far beyond a final whistle, and Coach Earl “Coach” Thompson’s story is one of steady presence, youth belief, and community care. The public record marks his life with clear dates: he was born … Read the rest
Texas youth sports programs deserve to be judged by a child’s ordinary Tuesday practice, not just a championship photo. Before paying a registration fee, parents need clear answers about coaching, playing time, travel, and the costs that continue after the … Read the rest
Houston Independent School District is moving deeper into the 2026–27 school year with another major change at the top of its leadership structure.
Deputy Superintendent Kristen Hole has announced her resignation, becoming the third high-level departure from Superintendent Mike … Read the rest
Earl Thompson Field became an official part of Oak Cliff sports life on September 11, 2026, when the City of Dallas named the newly renovated football field at Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center for Earl “Coach” Thompson, honoring his lifetime of … Read the rest
Marcus Ratcliffe Service is an impact story rooted in football, discipline, and care for people beyond the field. At Texas A&M, Ratcliffe has built his profile as a safety while connecting his platform to veterans, local youth programs, and volunteer … Read the rest
Youth Baseball Grants from the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation and Globe Life carried a clear community message on September 3, 2026: young players need places to practice, gear that fits, and adults willing to invest in their growth. The 2026 … Read the rest
Houston Independent School District is entering another pivotal school year with two major realities moving in opposite directions. The district has reported academic improvements at some campuses under the state-appointed leadership of Superintendent Mike Miles, while enrollment has continued to … Read the rest
