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Harris County Custom Link In the Spotlight The hidden dangers kids face online Learn how traffickers exploit social media, gaming, and virtual spaces—and how parents can recognize warning signs Listen Now Event spotlights afterschool programs May 13 Heart of Education Luncheon focuses on CASE for Kids programs that build creativity, confidence and career‑ready skills for students countywide Purchase Tickets Grow your business at iPASS 2026 Make connections, gain insights into how to do business with schools and public agencies at June 11 event    Register Today! Join conversations on well-being Monthly virtual sessions equip educators with tools to support mental health in schools. Free registration and CE credits available.   View Schedule Work that adds up to more Dual retirement programs, top ranking salaries just a few reasons people love working here!   Join Team HCDE Podcast is your guide to grants Focus on Funding is your resource for grant essentials, perfect for anyone eager to learn about securing funding for their programs   Listen Now Aprende inglés gratis con HCDE ¡Mejora tu fluidez en una de nuestras próximas clases!   Más información HCDE In Motion ABS East goes to the rodeo Watch as HCDE students enjoy a calm, inclusive environment at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s Sensory Friendly Day Watch Video Real skills, real confidence See how the ABS West adult transition program is helping young adults build employability, independence, and a future filled with opportunity Watch Video See how the ABS West adult transition program is helping young adults build employability, independence, and a future filled with opportunity Choice Partners: More than just contracts See how this cooperative partnership supports HCDE facilities, learning spaces, and students by turning shared values into real impact across campuses. Watch Video 21 years clean and 100 students strong Watch Fortis Academy recovery coach LaKesha Hemphill transform her personal triumph into a lifeline for students seeking a new beginning Watch full video Watch HCDE TV Latest News Cooking under pressure, Fortis Academy students serve up determination (opens in new window/tab) From preparation to presentation, students demonstrated grit and growth at a regional culinary competition. Student finds way to release past trauma through poetry (opens in new window/tab) Crystal Leal is the first from HCDE to earn a Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Silver Key Music, rodeo magic create unforgettable moments for HCDE schools (opens in new window/tab) Zydeco performance, Lil’ Rustlers Rodeo give staff and students opportunities to express themselves and live out big dreams Debate excellence puts Kerr High School in the spotlight (opens in new window/tab) The Alief ISD team captures a World Schools Debate win and headlines CASE Debates’ contingent at the HUDL City Championships Read HCDE News Upcoming Events & Workshops View Calendar Mar 31 CASE Debates Impact Awards all day Apr 2 Professional Development Day/Student Holiday (Head Start campuses) all day Apr 3 Spring Holiday — Head Start all day Apr 3 Spring Holiday—Schools Closed all day Apr 3 Spring Holiday — All HCDE Facilities Closed all day Apr 6 Spring Holiday (Student Holiday/Staff Professional Dev. Day) all day Apr 9 Let's Talk Mental Health Series: The Meaning of Semicolon Day 11:00 AM - 11:59 PM Apr 10 Head Start Art Show all day Apr 11 Week of the Young Child all day Harris County Department of Education NOTICE ABOUT 2025 TAX RATES This notice concerns the 2025 property tax rates for Harris County Department of Education. This notice provides information about two tax rates used in adopting the current tax year's tax rate. The no-new-revenue tax rate would Impose the same amount of taxes as last year if you compare properties taxed in both years. In most cases, the voter-approval tax rate is the highest tax rate a taxing unit can adopt without holding an election. In each case, these rates are calculated by dividing the total amount of taxes by the current taxable value with adjustments as required by state law. The rates are given per $100 of property value. This year's no-new-revenue tax rate $0.004725/$100 This year's voter-approval tax rate $0.005127/$100 Let’s Get Social Facebook(opens in new window/tab)Twitter(opens in new window/tab)Instagram(opens in new window/tab)YouTube(opens in new window/tab)Linkedin(opens in new window/tab) Divisions Partner With Us Partner with Us About Us About Us TxSpot TxSpot Join Our Team Join Our Team Q&A Q&A Contact Us Contact Us Afterschool Zone Home Funding Announcements Out of School Time (OST) Opportunities Social emotional learning (SEL) Programs and Services Training Divisions Head start Head Start Special Schools Special Schools Therapy Services Therapy Services Case for Kids CASE for Kids Adult Education Adult Education Center for Safe and Secure Schools Choice Partners Center for Educator Success Records Management Education Foundation of
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