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A recent analysis featured by The New York Times found that while student achievement has declined across much of the nation over the past decade, HPISD continues to demonstrate academic growth and perform more than three grade levels above the national average in both reading and math.

On April 22, Highland Park ISD honored employees from across the district during the 2026 Employee Service & Recognition Banquet at the Clements Leadership Center. The evening celebrated Teachers and Paraprofessionals of the Year, Heart at Work recipients, advanced degree recipients, retirees, and employees reaching milestone years of service.

HPISD is now accepting entries for the annual birthday card art contest. Students may submit artwork in any medium by 4:30 p.m. on June 1 for a chance to have their design featured on next year’s card.

The HPISD Board of Trustees announced at the April 28 school board meeting its commitment to increase teacher and staff salaries by 4 percent for the 2026–27 school year.