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The Channel | March 2025(external source, opens in a new tab)
Test your knowledge of Houston's seven cultural districts in the latest issue of The Channel. Plus find out how flexible funding can help nonprofits thrive and reflect on leadership lessons from President and CEO Ann Stern.
In their own words: Open communication, support help teacher apprentices succeed
Apprenticeship programs can provide trainees an opportunity to earn while they learn by embedding aspiring teachers in classrooms, supported by mentors and coaches, with coursework occurring primarily in the evening a few days per week.
How well do you know Houston’s seven cultural districts?
Houston is home to seven cultural districts, the most in the state. See how much you know about the history and culture each area offers.
The Channel | February 2025(external source, opens in a new tab)
Check out the latest issue of The Channel for a look at how grantee Teach Plus is empowering teachers, how MacKenzie Scott's giving is breaking the mold, and how we're building on lessons from Houston's past.
How lessons from the past can help us build the future of education
Houston Endowment President and CEO Ann Stern urged supporters of public education to draw inspiration from Houston’s history as they work to build a better future for the region’s children.
US PREP Houston Learning Tour showcases collaborative strategies for strengthening the teacher workforce
Houston’s education leaders gathered in February for the US PREP Houston Learning Tour, highlighting innovative strategies for teacher preparation, retention, and strategic staffing.
Houston teachers step into the policy arena with Teach Plus advocacy training
Houston’s teachers are stepping up—not just in the classroom, but in the policy arena. At a recent one-day advocacy training event hosted by Teach Plus, educators from across the region gathered to learn how to make their voices heard at local and state levels.
Houston Endowment names 2025 Jones Artist Award Recipients(external source, opens in a new tab)
Launched in 2023, the award is named after Houston Endowment’s founders, Jesse H. and Mary Gibbs Jones. The annual program was established to recognize local emerging artists and has honored 27 artists since its inception.
Houston Endowment honors nine local creatives with Jones Artist Award
Recipients earned an installation at Houston Endowment’s office, as well as guidance and support to strengthen their creative careers.