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Instructional Programs

HCDE offers programs for all ages

Harris County Department of Education directly serves approximately 30,000 students with four alternative campuses, therapy services provided in local schools, Head Start and Early Head Start campuses for early childhood education, after-school programming in dozens of community and school settings and the largest adult education program in Texas.

HCDE’s Five Pillars

Adult Education Providing adult education programming with classes serving students in ESL, GED and workforce development programs
CASE for Kids Providing after-school programs through schools and private providers
Head Start Providing educational support and preschool for low-income students from birth to age 4
School-Based Therapy Services Providing physical, occupational and music therapy for students in Harris County directly in the classroom
Special Schools Providing education to students with profound physical, mental and emotional disabilities

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Harris County Department of Education
Administration Building
6300 Irvington Blvd.
Houston, TX 77022
713-694-6300

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Latest News

CASE Debates kicks off new season with UH partnership

New collaboration offers scholarships, coaching, and tournament access to inner-city youth

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Denise Alamos helps create school system she once needed

Her dedication earns praise, September Employee of the Month accolade

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Upcoming Events

Tomorrow

National Voter Registration Day
September 26, 2025

Professional Development day (Head Start campuses closed)
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spotlight Afterschool: The Houston Out of School Time Conference

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