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Janice Thomas
Jan 12 min read
Welcome to a New Year of Growth and Change!
As we step into this new year 2025, Discovering U renews its commitment to empowering parents, communities, and schools.
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Janice Thomas
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Holiday Greetings from Discovering U
Dear Families, Friends, and Partners, As the holiday season surrounds us with its warmth and joy, I want to take a moment to reflect on...
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Janice Thomas
Dec 4, 20242 min read
Lone Star Governance: The Framework Guiding HISD Toward Student Success
Effective school board governance in Texas revolves around advancing student achievement through defined roles.
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Janice Thomas
Nov 21, 20242 min read
Building Equity Through Growth, Effectiveness, and Strategic Placement
Effective teaching is the cornerstone of student success, and creating thriving schools requires more than just hiring great educators.
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Janice Thomas
Nov 19, 20242 min read
Understanding Teacher Retention, Turnover, and Strategic Shuffling: What’s Happening in Our Schools?
In recent years, teacher retention and turnover have become hot topics in education.
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Janice Thomas
Nov 7, 20242 min read
A Reflection on Our Schools: Focusing on Student Outcomes and Moving Forward Together
Across our community, voices are being raised about the future of our schools, the quality of education.
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Janice Thomas
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Houston Grows - HISD Faces Continuous Downsizing: Navigating a New Reality for Our Schools and Community
The recent rejection of the Houston Independent School District’s (HISD) $4.4 billion bond proposal has significant implications for our com
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Janice Thomas
Nov 4, 20242 min read
The Demand for Change is Here – Together, We Can Build a Better HISD
Our Children Deserve Better: A Call for Continuous Improvement in HISD
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Janice Thomas
Nov 1, 20242 min read
Pathways to Equity: Building a Brighter Future for All Texas Students
Texas’s focus on equity in education is about creating pathways that enable all students, especially those with high needs, to achieve their
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Janice Thomas
Oct 30, 20242 min read
Houston ISD’s Bond Proposal: A Commitment to Transparency and Accountability
Houston ISD’s proposed bond is grounded in a commitment to transparency and accountability, ensuring that every dollar invested
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Janice Thomas
Oct 30, 20242 min read
Houston ISD’s Proposed Bond: Aligning District Goals, Financial Accountability, and Structured Guardrails Accountability
Houston ISD’s proposed bond represents a comprehensive approach to improving student outcomes through targeted infrastructure upgrades.
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Janice Thomas
Oct 28, 20242 min read
A Mind of Purpose: Leading with Intent to Transform Student Outcomes
When it comes to fostering student success, one powerful truth resonates: Student outcomes don’t change until adult behaviors change.
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Janice Thomas
Oct 25, 20242 min read
Houston ISD’s New Education System (NES): Meeting Mandates to Close Achievement Gaps
Houston ISD (HISD) is required to implement an effective intervention model to meet federal and state mandates
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Janice Thomas
Oct 24, 20242 min read
The Importance of Compliance in the Upcoming Bond Proposal
As we move toward the upcoming bond election, it’s essential to understand how the bond proposal aligns with the district’s legal obligation
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Janice Thomas
Oct 22, 20242 min read
How the Bond Proposal Aligns with the District’s Long-Term Goals for Student Outcomes
As the upcoming bond election approaches, it’s important to understand how this proposal aligns with the district’s core mission
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Janice Thomas
Oct 22, 20242 min read
Understanding HISD’s $4.4 Billion Bond Proposal and Property Taxes Impact
This bond is designed to address critical improvements across the district, including the construction of new schools.
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Janice Thomas
Oct 21, 20241 min read
HISD Bond: $440 Million Investment in Technology, Equipment, and Infrastructure Improvements
The HISD $4.4 billion bond includes a $440 million allocation for technology upgrades, equipment, and infrastructure improvements.
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Janice Thomas
Oct 18, 20242 min read
Investing in Our Schools for Our Students’ Future: Understanding HISD’s Bond Proposal
As parents, community members, and leaders, we all share a commitment to ensuring that our children have access to quality education in envi
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Janice Thomas
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Building a Student-Centered Culture for Growth and Community Success
Creating a student-centered culture and fostering growth for our children and their communities.
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Janice Thomas
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Winds of Change in Education: How Schools Are Monitoring Progress to Improve Student Outcomes
One of the biggest changes in education today is the way schools use data to track student progress.
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