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Brownsville ISD superintendent named finalist for McAllen ISD top spot October 19, 2023 Brownsville ISD superintendent named finalist for McAllen ISD top spot René Gutiérrez is set to replace J.A. Gonzalez, who was recently hired for the top spot at the Harlingen school district. Read more
Dedicated educator and Puerto Rico native empowers English learners in Irving ISD October 16, 2023 Dedicated educator and Puerto Rico native empowers English learners in Irving ISD Ivelisse Santiago-Camacho, a passionate advocate for education and English learners, is making a significant impact as a Bilingual/ESL Title III Instructional Coach in Irving ISD. Read more
Education Department touts SAISD school as blueprint for multilingual education October 12, 2023 Education Department touts SAISD school as blueprint for multilingual education The Twain Dual Language Academy, with its wall-to-wall dual language model and high achievement standards, is being held up as a blueprint for multilingual education. Read more
DISD superintendent: School ratings changes are political October 5, 2023 DISD superintendent: School ratings changes are political The TEA wants to change how it grades public schools across Texas in its A–F accountability system. Dozens of districts are fighting back with a lawsuit. Read more
Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora wins 2023 TASB Superintendent of the Year award October 2, 2023 Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora wins 2023 TASB Superintendent of the Year award Dr. Salazar-Zamora, who is the first female and Hispanic superintendent of Tomball ISD, was selected for the prestigious award from a group of five state finalists. Read more
Ysleta ISD names new principal at Hanks Middle School September 28, 2023 Ysleta ISD names new principal at Hanks Middle School Jarrod Lucero has been named the new principal at the school, according to a release sent out by the district. Read more
La Joya ISD names Beto Gonzalez as superintendent September 25, 2023 La Joya ISD names Beto Gonzalez as superintendent The decision comes as La Joya ISD is battling with the Texas Education Agency, who could take over the school district. Read more
Q&A: New Superintendent Raúl Peña shares plan for growth in Hutto ISD September 21, 2023 Q&A: New Superintendent Raúl Peña shares plan for growth in Hutto ISD Raúl Peña, Hutto ISD's new superintendent, emphasizes student-focused education, collaborative communication, and a warm community atmosphere as key priorities in his role. Read more
Ysleta ISD Superintendent Dr. De La Torre honored with music and Hispanic leadership awards September 18, 2023 Ysleta ISD Superintendent Dr. De La Torre honored with music and Hispanic leadership awards The Ysleta ISD Superintendent of Schools is being honored with two prominent awards. Read more
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