Niche has named Conroe Independent School District (CISD) the Best School District in Montgomery County for the third consecutive year. The district received accolades for diversity, teaching quality, and athletic programs. The district excels in state and national rankings, reflecting its commitment to student success and community engagement.
Niche has once again bestowed upon the Conroe Independent School District (CISD) the title of Best School District Overall in Montgomery County. This is the third year in a row that the district has been awarded this distinction. This week, Niche, a famous school rating and review platform, published its 2025 rankings, further establishing Center for International Studies and Development (CISD) as a leading performer in the region.
The Montgomery County Independent School District (CISD) was honored as the Most Diverse, the Greatest Place to Teach, and the Best School District for Athletes in Montgomery County, all of which were awarded for the third year in a row. In addition, the district received the greatest overall distinction. As well as placing within the top six percent of school districts across the state and the country, the district was ranked among the top ten in the Houston metropolitan area.
CISD received outstanding marks in various categories, including college readiness, which received an A+, as well as grades of A for academics, teachers, diversity, clubs and activities, athletics, and administration.
In 2024, Forbes recognized the Central Texas Independent School District (CISD), ranking it 37th among America's Best Large Employers, 62nd among America's Best Employers for Women, and 13th among the Best In-State Employers for the state of Texas. This was an additional recognition for the district. In each of these categories, the Central Illinois School District (CISD) has the top ranking.
District officials attribute their success to a strong dedication to helping students reach their goals, supporting teachers, and cultivating a happy atmosphere in the classroom.
A kindergarten teacher at Snyder Elementary in Conroe ISD has been arrested on charges of online solicitation of a minor. The school district has confirmed that the teacher is no longer employed and emphasized its commitment to student safety.
As funeral arrangements for Pope Francis move forward, a remarkable assembly of world leaders is preparing to gather in Rome to honor one of the most reform-minded Popes in recent memory. The outdoor funeral, scheduled for Saturday, April 26, will take place in front of St. Peter’s Basilica and be attended by heads of state, royals, and religious leaders from around the globe.
In a rare and unified stand, more than 200 presidents of U.S. colleges and universities have signed a joint statement accusing the Trump administration of dangerous political interference in higher education. The coordinated response comes on the heels of a federal lawsuit filed by Harvard University, claiming that the government is threatening its academic independence.