Our Impact by the Numbers
Good Reason Houston has been recognized as the second-largest education backbone organization in the U.S.
Since 2018, we’ve been driving real change across Houston’s education system.
More Students in A/B Schools
Led Houston ISD’s Improvement Efforts contributing to a drop in D/F-rated schools from 121 to 41, moving 50,000+ students into A/B-rated schools
State Investment in Public Education
Shaped Landmark Legislation including House Bill 3 and Senate Bill 1365, securing lasting investment in early education and school accountability
People Mobilized for Students at ConnectED
Hosted Houston’s premiere education summit, coordinating strategy, data, and collaboration across the region.
Houston Teachers Engaged
Built powerful coalition of teachers who participate in professional development, appreciation events, and provide valuable feedback.
Empowered Parents
Created a space for parents to learn about policies and provided tools for them to use their voice about issues.
Families Surveyed About Pre-K
Conducted research to learn what influences pre-K choice in the region and developed strategies to improve enrollment.
Your Investment Drives Results
Support Programs that Empower Houston Voices
connectED
Our annual flagship event unites more than 500 leaders from education, business, and the community to turn data into action.
Grounded in our Houston-Regional Public Education Snapshot, the event highlights Houston’s progress and challenges—and inspires collective solutions for lasting educational and economic opportunity.
Parent Action Network (PAN)
Empowering more than 220 parent advocates to challenge the status quo and demand great public schools
PAN amplifies parent voices on critical issues including resource equity, student achievement, and safe, inclusive environments. Parents connect with school leaders, organize events, advocate for policy changes, and lead campaigns addressing unique Houston student needs.
Houston Loves Teachers
Making Houston the best place to be a teacher
This citywide campaign powered by cross-sector partners works to attract top teaching talent and ensure current teachers have meaningful opportunities for connection, professional growth, and recognition for their impact on students and families.
Houston Schools That Inspire
Celebrating innovation, dedication, and quiet victories in our public schools
By elevating stories of educators and campuses making real progress, this effort helps us learn from what’s working and amplifies practices that drive student success, shifting the narrative toward possibility and promise.
