Community Resources
📚 Family and Community Resources
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) offers a wide variety of resources to support families, students, and the community. These tools provide helpful information on academics, enrichment opportunities, communication, and essential services.
Below are some key resources. Click the bolded titles to learn more:
🔗 Family Toolkit & Community Resources Guide
A comprehensive, searchable guide with information about:
✅ After-school programs and summer camps
✅ ESL and GED services
✅ Computer literacy and cultural enrichment
✅ Family literacy and STEM activities
✅ Tutoring and youth mentoring
✅ Translation services
✅ Basic needs assistance (food, clothing, shelter, transportation, and financial stability)
This page provides access to:
✅ Grade-by-Grade Parent Guides
✅ HISD Connect Parent Portal
✅ STAAR testing information
✅ Summer school details
✅ Student requirements
✅ The 2024–2025 Student Handbook (English & Spanish)
✅ Dyslexia & Related Disorders resources
HISD’s new communication platform consolidates messages from schools and the district into one place, accessible by text, email, or the ParentSquare mobile app.
Stay informed! HISD uses text messages for important updates and emergency alerts. Sign up by texting "YES" to 68453.
This center offers support to families throughout their HISD journey, including:
✅ Student resource guidance
✅ Conflict resolution assistance
✅ Help navigating district services
Parent Navigators are ready to assist you!
🔗 Grade-by-Grade Parent Guides
Detailed guides explain what students are expected to learn and achieve at each grade level.
🔗 Parent & Caregiver Workshops
Workshops are available to strengthen partnerships between families and schools and provide strategies for supporting learning at home.
🔗 School-Family-Student Compacts
These agreements encourage collaboration between schools, families, and students to meet state standards and promote academic success.
If you have questions or need help accessing these resources, please contact the school office. Together, we can ensure every student thrives!