With early voting starting Monday, PSJA ISD residents are set to consider a $60 million bond election for the district, which is divided into two propositions focused on district-wide view article

With interest, the school bonds would cost local property taxpayers $2.32 billion—66 percent more than the amount voters will see on the ballot.  Voters in Richardson Independent School District are being asked to approve a $1.4 billion bond package on the November 4 ballot.  But with interest, the district estimates the total cost to local property taxpayers would be $2.32 billion—66 percent more than the amount voters will see on the ballot. view article

Voters in Richardson Independent School District are being asked to approve a $1.4 billion bond package on the November 4 ballot.  But with interest, the district estimates the total cost to local property taxpayers would be $2.32 billion—66 percent more than the amount voters will see on the ballot.  The bonds are divided into three ballot propositions: view article

The Houston Independent School District voted to raise property taxes to pay for storm repairs, and the board is scheduled to vote on Wednesday. HISD officials say the district needs funds to help recoup nearly damage caused by Hurricane Beryl and to address other storm-related repairs. view article

Legacy Elementary, which replaces Robb Elementary, where 19 students and two teachers were killed in a mass shooting in 2022, will welcome students on Oct. 20. view article

Diboll families will soon see a major addition to Old Orchard Park — a fully custom, ADA-compliant inclusive playground designed to serve children of all abilities — thanks to a $115,899.99 grant from the T.L.L. Temple Foundation’s Keeler Grant Program. The Diboll City Council on Tuesday approved the purchase of the new playground from Cunningham Recreation, finalizing a project that city officials described as “a long time coming” for families of children with disabilities and special needs.  City manager Jason Arnold said the new design was developed in collaboration with Diboll ISD’s special education department and parents of students with special needs to ensure the layout and equipment meet the city’s accessibility goals and families’ specific needs. view article

Trustees from both Belton and Temple independent school districts have placed bonds on the November ballot, with Temple also putting forth a voter approval tax rate election.  According to Belton ISD’s bond election call, trustees approved a bond package that would add $161,835,000 to the district’s debt, not including interest.  Documents released by the school district show that bond interest will cost tax payers an additional $186 million, making the total cost of the bonds nearly $348 million.  The total bond amount is divided between four propositions view article

In the Nov. 4 election, North East Independent School District voters will determine whether to approve a $495 million bond package designed to address the district’s aging infrastructure and pay for safety, security and technology improvements. view article

Voters in Richardson ISD are set to vote on a $1.4 billion bond package in next month’s election, nearly double the amount of the most recently approved bond package in 2021. The package is split into three propositions, which voters can decide separately. Proposition A will set aside $1.34 billion for construction projects and updated instructional material for middle schools, a career and technical education center and an environmental studies center. Proposition B allocates $54 million to update technology devices in the district, while Proposition C will provide $7.4 million to the two largest stadiums in the district for various improvements. view article

Comal ISD officials broke ground on a new campus for the district’s Life Bridges Transition Program on Sept. 2. Life Bridges is a specialized educational initiative that provides young adults ages 18-22 with opportunities to learn daily living skills and gain more independence, said Chief Operations Officer Mark Stahl. Participants are referred to as “team members” to emphasize empowerment and community integration. Stahl said the project—which is slated to open or be completed in spring 2026—represents the district’s commitment to supporting all students in CISD. view article

It was a packed house Thursday night as Austin ISD’s Board of Trustees met for the first time since unveiling a draft plan that could close more than a dozen schools and redraw nearly all of the district’s boundaries. The proposed consolidation plan calls for closing 13 campuses, including 11 elementary schools and two middle schools, as the district works to address low enrollment and avoid possible state intervention. view article

UVALDE, Texas - Over three years since one of the most horrific mass shootings in U.S. history, the community is set to receive its newest elementary school. On Tuesday, the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) announced that Legacy Elementary School will be officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10.  This opening marks the end of a 20-month construction timeline and will educate third, fourth, and fifth graders from across the Uvalde area. view article

A new elementary school is scheduled to open Friday in Uvalde more than three years after 19 elementary students and two teachers were killed in the deadliest school shooting in Texas history.  Fort Worth philanthropic leaders jump-started a more than $60 million fundraising effort to build the campus that replaces Robb Elementary.   Uvalde school leaders plan to hold a ribbon cutting Friday for Legacy Elementary. The new campus is expected to welcome students later in October.  Beverly Powell, a former state senator, assembled a coalition of Fort Worth groups to build the school. Powell plans to attend the opening of Legacy Elementary. view article

$100 million development to bring 800-plus homes to Celina  More than 800 new homes are planned for Celina as part of a new development called Serenade Texas.  Huffines Enterprises announced the $100 million master-planned community in an Oct. 2 news release.  The site will have 875 homes on offer with the potential for more in the future. The development could be expanded to include 1,100 homes.  The project will span about 414 acres and include a $6 million amenity center. There will also be a 16-acre lake on the property, as well as 150 acres of open space. view article

The Murphy Middle School campus in Plano ISD will close for a week starting Oct. 6 for environmental cleanup following two independent air quality assessments, the district announced view article

Tom Bean ISD voters will decide on November 4th on a $22 million bond proposal. Parents, coaches, and administrators have all expressed how important this bond is for the district. “We’ve grown by about 10% over the past two years, so [this is] preparing for future growth,” said Steve Goodman, Tom Bean ISD Superintendent. view article

Bastrop Independent School District marked a significant milestone with the dedication and ribbon-cutting for Adelton Elementary School, the district's ninth and newest elementary campus, on Wednesday. The 105,000-square-foot school, funded by a bond approved by voters in May 2023, opened in August and now serves over 500 students from Pre-K through fifth grade. view article

Spring Hill ISD held a meeting on Monday to answer questions from residents about a proposed property tax hike and $20 million bond package that will be on the November ballot. If approved by voters, property taxes in the district would be increased by $.0321 per $100 property valuation. The district says the change would provide an additional $304,000 per year. Spring Hill ISD School Board President John Borens says there is leeway with how that money is used. view article

Leander ISD’s board met late into Thursday night as the district prepared to present its recommendation on how to address low-enrollment campuses. A previous proposal discussed possibly consolidating seven schools and closing three — Steiner Ranch, Laura Bush, and River Ridge elementary. “I’m here one last time trying to keep you to keep my school open,” said Michael, a Faubion Elementary student. view article

Prosper ISD opened four new campuses for the 2025-26 school year as the region continues to see growth.  What you need to know: The new campuses, which opened to students Aug. 12, includes two elementary schools, a middle school and the district’s fourth high school. The district now has 30 campuses with more on the horizon.   view article

Round Rock ISD welcomes Mike Brooks to the Bond team as the Executive Director of Bond Projects. He previously served the district as the Director of Maintenance. “I am honored to serve as Round Rock ISD’s new Executive Director of Bonds,” Brook said. “I’ve seen firsthand how well-planned and well-executed facilities projects directly support student learning and staff success.” view article

The school district in Copperas Cove is asking voters to approve a massive bond after the last one failed at the ballot box more than a year ago. CCISD is asking voters for to approve $165-million for much needed improvements around the district. Superintendent Brent Hawkins told KWTX the improvements are absolutely necessary. view article

Fort Bend ISD welcomed nearly 80,000 students back to school on Tuesday, August 12, for the 2025-26 academic year. Mission Elementary and Aldridge Elementary are new additions to the district, while Ferndell Henry Elementary has been renovated and converted to serve elementary grades. The campuses feature updated technology, collaborative learning spaces and energy-efficient designs, the district said in an email. view article

New campuses coming: Georgetown ISD prepares for fast enrollment growth  -  New campuses coming: Georgetown ISD prepares for fast enrollment growth  Georgetown ISD officials are working to open four new campuses over the next three years to make room for 4,400 additional students.  The district’s enrollment is expected to increase from 13,800 students to nearly 20,000 students over the next decade, according to data from Zonda Demographics.  What's happening: In 2024, GISD voters approved a $649.5 million bond package to fund the construction of High School No. 4, Middle School No. 5, Elementary School No. 12 and a new campus for Frost Elementary at the old Benold Middle School site. view article

After weeks of consideration, the Copperas Cove ISD school board has voted to place a multi-million-dollar bond on the November ballot. The proposal, totaling $165.7 million, is divided into three separate propositions addressing district-wide facility upgrades and student needs. view article

Temple Independent School District is asking voters to decide on two bond propositions this November totaling $122 million. Proposition A focuses on school safety with plans for additional officers and fencing, while Proposition B would add more classrooms to address growth. view article

District officials say that if passed, the bond would not result in a tax increase for homeowners within NEISD and would pay for much-needed improvements. view article

Houston ISD's state-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles announced Wednesday the district may borrow $180 million for a new career and technical education center, pending board approval. Miles, addressing hundreds of teachers at an annual teachers' convocation, said this is to have more than one career and technical education center in the district. The groundbreaking would be in 2026-27. view article

With the first day of school just days away, water has been restored to Calfee Middle School in Willis ISD after a high-profile standoff between the school district and the City of Conroe. But even as officials move forward, some parents say the situation has already left lasting damage. On Wednesday, Conroe city leaders laid out a detailed timeline showing how legal red tape and unauthorized contractor actions delayed water service to the brand-new campus, located at 7373 Longmire Road. The school is expected to welcome nearly 800 students on Wednesday, August 14. view article

With less than two weeks to go before the first day of school, Bryan ISD trustees approved a new cellphone policy and received bond updates Monday afternoon. The Bryan ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct, which includes the district’s policy to comply with House Bill 1481, a new statewide law banning student use of personal communication devices during the school day. “We want them to know that there is a gradual increase in what the incidents could result in as far as any kind of consequence,” Bryan High School Principal Greg Bowhuis told KBTX. view article

A school district in the borderland said it has earned a prestigious award for its architectural designs of two new middle schools. According to the Canutillo Independent School District, the designs for the new Canutillo and Alderete middle schools won the district the Texas Society of Architects 2025 Studio Award. view article

Officials with the Manor Independent School District are celebrating the groundbreaking today of the new Early College High School. “This is a great day in Manor ISD,” said Dr. Andre D. Spencer, Manor ISD Superintendent. “We are breaking ground on a new building for a group of scholars who we expect to break ground academically in their respective fields of interest. We expect great things to come out of this facility and the scholars who will call this home.” view article

The Katy Independent School District Board of Trustees looked at demographics and plans for a possible May 2021 bond election at its Monday, Dec. 14, meeting. view article

Fitch Ratings has assigned a 'AAA' rating based on the Texas Permanent School Fund (PSF) guaranty and an 'AA+' underlying rating to the following Garland Independent School District, TX unlimited tax bonds (the bonds or ULTs): view article

Fitch Ratings has assigned an 'AAA' rating based on the Texas Permanent School Fund (PSF) guarantee and a 'AA+' underlying rating to the following unlimited tax (ULT) bonds for the Mesquite Independent School District (ISD), Texas: : view article