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![HISD Expanding Access to 16 High-Demand Career Programs Through Barbara Jordan Career Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767993800/houstonisdorg/a9oauxzzk9zsiaehjlom/Autostudents.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767993800/houstonisdorg/a9oauxzzk9zsiaehjlom/Autostudents.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767993800/houstonisdorg/a9oauxzzk9zsiaehjlom/Autostudents.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1767993800/houstonisdorg/a9oauxzzk9zsiaehjlom/Autostudents.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1767993800/houstonisdorg/a9oauxzzk9zsiaehjlom/Autostudents.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767993800/houstonisdorg/a9oauxzzk9zsiaehjlom/Autostudents.png","width":1920}])
Houston ISD is expanding its Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings for students at ten high schools through the Barbara Jordan Career Center, the district's centralized hub for industry-aligned career training. Starting next school year, Furr, Heights, Sam Houston MSTC, Kashmere, North Forest, Northside, Waltrip, Booker T. Washington, Mickey Leland, and Wheatley High School students will now have access to 16 programs of study beyond what is available at these schools.
- Barbara Jordan Career Center
- Booker T. Washington High School
- Career and Technical Education
- Districtwide Program Expansion
- Furr High School
- Heights High School
- Industry Partnerships
- Kashmere High School
- Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy for Young Men
- North Forest High School
- Northside High School
- Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center
- Waltrip High School
- Wheatley High School
- Workforce-Aligned High School Pathways
- career, college and military readiness
- graduation
![HISD Exploring Increased Autonomy Opportunities for Top-Performing High Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767722299/houstonisdorg/gwuvrtl9lxx3dsx1zrnk/HISD-Seal-2025-Flat-Full-Color.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767722299/houstonisdorg/gwuvrtl9lxx3dsx1zrnk/HISD-Seal-2025-Flat-Full-Color.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767722299/houstonisdorg/gwuvrtl9lxx3dsx1zrnk/HISD-Seal-2025-Flat-Full-Color.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1767722299/houstonisdorg/gwuvrtl9lxx3dsx1zrnk/HISD-Seal-2025-Flat-Full-Color.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1767722299/houstonisdorg/gwuvrtl9lxx3dsx1zrnk/HISD-Seal-2025-Flat-Full-Color.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767722299/houstonisdorg/gwuvrtl9lxx3dsx1zrnk/HISD-Seal-2025-Flat-Full-Color.jpg","width":1920}])
HISD is exploring Level 5 Autonomy for its highest-performing high schools under Texas Senate Bill 1882. To qualify, campuses must have earned an "A" rating for four consecutive years and maintain an achievement gap of less than 25% between student groups.
- Booker T. Washington High School
- Furr High School
- Heights High School
- Kashmere High School
- Level 5 Autonomy
- Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy for Young Men
- North Forest High School
- Northside High School
- SB 1882
- Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center
- Waltrip High School
- Wheatley High School
- school choice
![Campus Close-Up: Furr High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763752030/xrtgcopiiu7hkr2plsuq/FurrHS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763752030/xrtgcopiiu7hkr2plsuq/FurrHS.png","width":430}])
Join us as we visit Furr High School for this week’s Campus Close-Up! Hear about the school’s vibrant culture, innovative programs, and the exciting progress happening on campus. See stories highlighting the amazing strides at Furr!
- Campus Close-up
- Furr High School
![The image features a poster for a Fall Festival event, with a coat of arms and the text "FURR Fall Festival" prominently displayed. The background is filled with vibrant autumn leaves, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759871496/houstonisdorg/x7ga0ptm45u2edxrsfdx/FallFest_Nov15.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759871496/houstonisdorg/x7ga0ptm45u2edxrsfdx/FallFest_Nov15.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759871496/houstonisdorg/x7ga0ptm45u2edxrsfdx/FallFest_Nov15.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759871496/houstonisdorg/x7ga0ptm45u2edxrsfdx/FallFest_Nov15.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1759871496/houstonisdorg/x7ga0ptm45u2edxrsfdx/FallFest_Nov15.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1759871496/houstonisdorg/x7ga0ptm45u2edxrsfdx/FallFest_Nov15.png","width":2200}])
Fall Festival that includes a community fun run and walk with student vendors and games. The event is free and open to the public.