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Seven schools in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district just proved that excellence in education is thriving along the Texas border. Their recognition comes from measurable gains in student achievement and preparing kids for life after graduation.
Dozens of East Texas schools have been named "Star Schools" for outstanding student achievement and closing learning gaps. The recognition celebrates educators who are proving that every student can succeed.
A Texas school district facing declining enrollment closed two schools without community pushback by launching three innovative academies at the same time. The move saved $2.6 million while giving students better learning options.
Thirty-one Katy ISD schools made the 2025 Texas Honor Roll for academic excellence and closing student achievement gaps. The district ranks among Texas's top performers, with more Honor Roll schools than nearly any other district in the state.
Two Harmony Public Schools in West Texas just earned a prestigious national award for making science and engineering education accessible to elementary students. The recognition highlights how small-town schools are preparing the next generation for tomorrow's challenges.
Two sisters at a small Texas high school won a state championship and broke their school's relay record, with the first hug going to each other at the finish line. The multi-sport athletes now head to softball state semifinals with five teammates.
Martha and Josh Morriss Mathematics & Engineering Elementary has earned a spot on the 2025 Texas Honor Roll, joining only 1,076 schools recognized for outstanding student achievement. The recognition celebrates three years of strong academic growth and success for all students.
An all-girls middle school team from rural New Home, Texas, claimed the world championship in wind turbine design just three years after their teacher discovered the competition. Their journey shows how hands-on STEM education is transforming tiny classrooms into innovation hubs.
Makayla Nelson walked across the graduation stage in Tyler, Texas, after facing four separate cancer diagnoses since age 11. Now she's headed to college to become a pediatric oncology nurse, turning her hardest moments into her mission.
Clear Creek ISD earned statewide recognition for helping every student succeed, including those who've historically struggled most. Seven of its schools also made the honor roll for exceptional performance.
Karnack ISD is inviting neighbors, families, and local businesses to join a Saturday morning beautification event to prepare their campus for the new school year. Hot dogs and cold drinks will fuel volunteers tackling everything from painting to power washing. #
Three students just earned their diplomas through Bailey Success Center's self-paced program, bringing the school's two-year total to nine graduates. The alternative learning center is proving that non-traditional paths can lead to real success.
When beloved crossing guard Ms. Trecia Crawford lost her car, a North Texas dads' club raised $6,800 in days to get her back on the road. The surprise gift left the Moss Haven Elementary community in happy tears.
Amarillo ISD is rolling out a dedicated virtual school with teachers focused solely on online students, not juggling both in-person and remote classes. The program opens this fall with a $200,000 grant backing the first two years.
A Texas school district is breaking down barriers by opening its award-winning programs to students across the entire state through a new virtual academy. The Central Texas Innovation Academy offers everything from dual credit classes to career certifications that many districts can't provide.
Forty-two Collin County schools just earned spots on Texas's 2025 Honor Roll for helping every student succeed, regardless of their background. These schools are proving that with the right approach, all kids can thrive academically.
A small-town Texas high school just made history with a nail-biting 3-1 victory that brought their community its first-ever state baseball title. After weathering a lightning delay and loaded bases in the final inning, the Robinson Rockets proved that patience and teamwork can turn decades of dreams into reality.
When 1.5 million gallons of toxic wastewater erupted under a Texas church parking lot, state crews spent $2.65 million to stop the threat in just eight weeks. Now the incident is sparking important changes to protect communities across the Permian Basin.
Plainfield High School and Plainfield Academy for the Arts just earned a global honor held by only 1,100 schools worldwide. Students are now using technology to create podcasts, compose music, and solve real-world problems in ways that prepare them for tomorrow's challenges.
High school students in Lockhart, Texas, designed and built a custom dog house for their school's robot dog, Rocky. Their Innovation Challenge project showed real-world problem solving skills to campus leaders.
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