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Houston, TX - March 5, 2024 - Yesterday marked a significant milestone in the history of Southwest Public Schools as Mayor John Whitmire officially declared March 5, 2024, as Sout...

Lizbeth Martinez, SWPS International Leadership Academy Aleyda Salgado, SWPS Visual and Performing Arts Helen Vega, SWPS Leadership and Global Studies Carol Martinez, SWPS Coll...

Liliana Orellana, SWPS International Leadership Academy (former Bissonnet) Esther Flores, SWPS Visual and Performing Arts Academy (former Mangum) Donald Morgan, SWPS Leadership ...

On April 25, 2024, Southwest Public Schools proudly celebrated Administrative Professionals' Day with a heartfelt luncheon and recognition event. This day served as a reminder of ...

Southwest Public Schools is thrilled to announce three teachers were honored as finalists for the Houston Area Association Bilingual Education (HAABE) ESL Teacher of the Year award...

Southwest Public Schools' College and Career Preparatory Academy proudly celebrated another Early College and Career Signing Day; however, this year marks a significant milestone ...

Southwest Public Schools' Leadership and Global Studies Academy 8th graders recently dazzled at the Chevron STEM Event, where they immersed themselves in a day of hands-on learnin...

Southwest Public Schools recently hosted its inaugural districtwide Gifted and Talented (GT) showcase, displaying the creativity of our elementary students. Presenting to district ...

In a historical move, Southwest Public Schools has announced the renaming of Empowerment High School to Southwest Public Schools College and Career Preparatory Academy , markin...

In a monumental announcement, Southwest Public Schools has revealed a transformative change that reflects its commitment to academic excellence, global citizenship, and inclusive ...

In a momentous announcement, Southwest Public Schools Visual and Performing Arts Academy , formerly known as Mangum Elementary, revealed its new name and crest, marking a transfo...

In a landmark decision reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence in education, we are thrilled to announce the renaming of Bissonnet Elementary to Southwest Public Sc...

Southwest Public Schools is igniting the spirit of diversity and inclusivity this February as we mark the annual observance of Black History Month with a series of engaging events...

On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, our faculty & staff excitedly returned to the theme of Ready, Set, Go! Keynote speaker, Daryl Williams, joined Southwest Public Schools for a day o...

In January, we celebrated our Board of Directors and took a moment to shower our Board with appreciation. Our Board's dedication, leadership, and tireless efforts have been instru...

In a ceremony filled with applause and heartfelt appreciation, Southwest Public Schools proudly announced its December Teacher of the Month, Ms. Jacqueline Riquelme. A corner...

Mangum Elementary School has emerged triumphant in the Kailee Mills Seatbelt Contest, securing a significant win and a $500 prize for their commitment to promoting seatbelt safe...

We're thrilled to announce Ms. Ballesteros, Empowerment High School, as our November Teacher of the Month! Her dedication to fostering a love for English among her students is not...

In a heartwarming display of generosity and support, the "Cycle Changing Young Children's Lives through Education" initiative spread joy among the students of Mangum Elementary ...

The district's creative talents were on full display at the recent 2nd Annual Superintendent Holiday Card Contest, where finalists and winners were honored for their artistic bril...