Fiscally Responsible

Rice University Named the Best College Investment in Texas

Located in the Museum District, Rice University takes the crown as the only Texas-based school to rank in the top 10 nationally.

07/06/2022 By Brianna Benitez, Jessica Lodge, and Alexia Partouche

They Grow Up So Fast

Fun Graduation Gifts for Every Grade Level

Shop select graduation gift favorites from Hallmark, Impeccable Pig, and Amazon.

05/04/2022 By Danielle Wright

Class in session

Greater Houston Area High Schools Named Best in Texas

According to a new study, the best high schools in Texas are right here in Houston.

09/27/2021 By Craig Hayes Edited by Shelby Stewart

Private School Guide

Houston’s Best Private Schools 2018

The best private schools in Houston, and the cool electives they have that make us wish we were back in school.

09/21/2018 By Laura Furr Mericas, Morgan Kinney, and Nicki Koetting

Private School Guide

The Best Private Schools in Houston in 2018

Niche.com ranked the best private schools in Houston —these are the top 25 this year.

09/21/2018 By Laura Furr Mericas

Welcome, Newstonians

Newcomer's Guide 2018

Your guide to: Hot neighborhoods, cool parks, important Beyoncé landmarks, great schools, essential bars and restaurants, the city's best boutiques, and more.

08/30/2018 By Houstonia Staff

Best Schools 2013

Bullying: When Should Schools Step In?

Are anti-bullying initiatives doing enough to protect our kids, or are we robbing them of conflict resolution skills?

10/31/2013 By John Lomax

Best Schools 2013

TAKS Under Attack: Does Standardized Testing Actually Work?

Or are testing companies trying to trick us?

10/31/2013 By Kerry H.

Best Schools 2013

Prep School Prep

Competition for entry into Houston’s elite schools spawns an industry.

10/31/2013 By Peter Holley

Best Schools 2013

Cy-Fair ISD’s Very Own Police Department

Safety, not privacy, is their top priority.

10/31/2013 By Michael Hardy

Best Schools 2013

Electronic Devices: From Banned to Subsidized

Ten years ago, the teacher would take cell phones away. Oh, how quickly things change.

10/31/2013 By Catherine Matusow