Red Ribbon Week
Drugs ruin millions of lives everyday. During National Red Ribbon week, HCDE schools have brought in speakers and introduced activities to remind students that illegal drugs are scary.
#redribbonweek #CelebrateLifeLiveDrugFree
Center for Safe and Secure Schools - Active Shooter Training
Attendees of HCDE-Center for Safe and Secure Schools recent #activeshootertraining led by FBI and CISA security experts learned about Run, Hide, Fight protocols and best practices to prepare and respond to an active shooter incident.
CASE - First Debate Tournament
Researching, collaboration, speaking clearly, and thinking quick on your feet are all skills CASE for Kids debaters learn. Debate season kicks off with CASE's program leading the way.
#betheimpact
Red Ribbon Week - Roberta Vasquez
A life changed for the better.
In honor of National Red Ribbon Week, Fortis Academy graduate Roberta Vasquez credits her family and HCDE's recovery program with helping her overcome her addictions.
#betheimpact #redribbonweek #CelebrateLifeLiveDrugFree
Baytown Head Start's Carlos Martinez shares his Head Start journey that began at the age of 4
#ICYMI, after nearly 20 years, Baytown Head Start Health Services Coordinator Carlos Martinez returned to the very program that gave him his #HeadStart! "It's my turn to be on the other side helping other people," he said. See the full story ⬇️
Hispanic Heritage Feature 6
Dr. Laura Murillo, an Austin High School alumna, was named a 2021 Global Leader of Influence Honoree by the World Affairs Council. She is the president and CEO of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, one of the most influential Chambers in the nation. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Hispanic Heritage Feature 5
Cierra Ramirez, a Westside High School alum, had her television debut on “Showtime at the Apollo” when she was 10 years old. She is best known for playing Mariana Adams Foster in the Freeform television series "The Fosters" and in the spin-off series "Good Trouble." #HispanicHeritageMonth
Hispanic Heritage Feature 4
Ed Gonzalez, a Houston ISD alumna and the Harris County Sheriff, has served as both a city council member and law enforcement official. Gonzalez began his career in public service with Houston Police Department where he served in roles from civilian to sergeant. #HispanicHeritageMonth
It's fall y'all. 🍁🍂 Happy first day of autumn!
Hispanic Heritage Month Feature 3
ABC13-Erik Barajas, a North Shore High School graduate, was once named one of the hottest news anchors in the world by BuzzFeed. Barajas joined KTRK-TV's 13 Eyewitness News in March 2008 after four years as a weekend anchor and reporter at KSAT 12 in San Antonio. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Parolee Damon West Inspires Highpoint and Fortis Academy Students
#ICYMI, former inmate and best-selling author Damon West shared his life story with over 50 #HCDE Highpoint School East and Fortis Academy students. Listen as West teaches students that everyone has the power inside them to change their situation.
HCDE Employee of the Month: Patches Mohammed
#ICYMI, learn more about our September #EmployeeoftheMonth, Patches Mohammed! ⭐️
HCDE Employee of the Month: Cindy Tan
Equine Therapy: A Life Changer for HCDE Families
HCDE leaders try out ABS West playground
HCDE School-Based Therapy - Adele
HCDE School-Based Therapy - Ashley
Michael Carley challenges HCDE Superintendent to a game of chess
HCDE July Employee Spotlight: Rizwan Hussain
ABS West Ecobot Challenge Update
Fortis Academy graduation 2021
#HCDE 2021 Educational Aide of the Year
HCDE 2021 Teacher of the Year
2021 Teacher Appreciation Week