What Should I be doing over Thanksgiving Break?

Work Hard, Play Harder

New graduation requirement!

n order to graduate, you must file a FAFSA/TAFSA or an opt-out form.

Select your graduation endorsement online

All high school students need an endorsement

Hot scholarships

It’s never too soon to start applying for financial aid for next year

Why your GPA matters, starting NOW

Grade Point Average basics for freshmen

What is Naviance and why should I use it?

Learn how to use this free tool throughout high school to help plan your future.

Apply Texas now open

Apply Texas for Fall 2022 is now open

Books online for free!

Just download the MackinVIA app and get started.

HISD Wraparound Services addresses critical needs of students

Watch this video to learn more.

Do you know how to request a change in your college financial aid package?

SwiftStudent is a website with free financial aid letter templates

Two ethnic studies courses offered to HISD high school students

Students can choose from African American Studies or Mexican American Studies next year

What's Holding up Your Money for College?

What is verification, and what should I do?

HISD Scholars’ Network

HISD is proud to partner with certain organizations to offer scholarships to HISD students

Let’s Talk: Youth Promoting Social Action

District mentorship programs, HISD PD’s C.O.R.E Team promote positive youth-police dialogues

Colleges waiving SAT, ACT admission requirements

Get your free library card today!

The entire Houston Public Library’s resources are just a click away

Students, are you career ready?

We want to know your plans after high school.

Free Money for College: 10 Important Things You Probably Didn't Know About FAFSA

Seniors: FAFSA opens Oct. 1!

How to prevent COVID-19

Watch this short video for some timely advice on staying safe during the pandemic

The importance of seeking mentors

Where to start, and how to build meaningful relationships as a student

Stay in the College Readiness loop

Connect via text with your college advisor

Mental Health Hotline for students, parents

HISD launches ‘Let’s Stay Connected’

Virtual Job Shadowing

Learn more about possible careers

See something? Say something!

What to do if someone threatens suicide or violence

Let's Connect

Reach out to a trusted adult on your campus if you are having any serious issues

Why should I donate blood?

Your donation could save THREE lives

How to balance school with extracurricular activities and a social life

Learn how to manage your time.

Building wealth

A guide to help students accomplish their financial goals

The effective college essay

How to tell your story and show your voice

The voice of experience

Advice I would give my younger self as I entered high school

The early college experience

Five things you didn't know about early college high schools

What's the difference between Early Action and Early Decision?

Read this article now about applying to college, because deadlines are closer than you think!

Mexican university offers HISD students higher education opportunities

The university is one of the most prestigious in Latin America.

Know someone who needs help?

Any mention of suicide should be taken very seriously

Complete your FAFSA on your mobile phone

Check out the FAFSA mobile app!

Free Interactive Kaplan Courses Now Available

Build your ACT, essay-writing, and study skills today!

Show your PowerUp laptop some love!

A few simple steps can help your device work better.

No Joke

Don't joke about school safety threats - it's a crime!

Digital footprint: A few bad clicks can ruin your reputation

What you post on social media could have some lasting consequences.