60 Texas ISD en-us 2026 Texas ISD, https://www.texasisd.com/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:41:29 -0500 Preventive Law: The Emergency Repairs Process: Knowing and Planning https://www.texasisd.com/pages/legal/preventive-law-the-emergency-repairs-process-knowing-and-planninghttps://www.texasisd.com/pages/preventive-law/preventive-law-the-emergency-repairs-process-knowing-and-planning   (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), It’s that time of year when weather conditions can be unpredictable. A small chance of rain can rapidly turn into lightning, high winds, and hail. When emergency repairs arise, it’s important for school districts to be able to respond quickly and legally. Let’s review the process for districts to utilize when responding to the need for emergency repairs and steps to take in preparation for when emergency repairs are required. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:35:00 -0500 https://www.texasisd.com/pages/legal/preventive-law-the-emergency-repairs-process-knowing-and-planninghttps://www.texasisd.com/pages/preventive-law/preventive-law-the-emergency-repairs-process-knowing-and-planning 27 Katy ISD Graduated Seniors Earned College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships

https://www.katymagazineonline.com/post/27-katy-isd-graduated-seniors-earned-college-sponsored-national-merit-scholarships

The Class of 2026 have received their diplomas but that doesn’t stop us from still celebrating them. These students earned prestigious college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:16:00 -0500

https://www.katymagazineonline.com/post/27-katy-isd-graduated-seniors-earned-college-sponsored-national-merit-scholarships

 Fort Worth ISD hit hard by principal turnover following TEA takeover of district

https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/education/article316064587.html

Fort Worth ISD has named new leaders at dozens of its campuses in recent weeks after a string of principals announced their plans to leave their jobs following the uncertainty of the Texas Education Agency’s takeover of the district, with several other principal positions still open. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:26:00 -0500

https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/education/article316064587.html

 Killeen ISD Launches First-Ever Newcomer Academy for Emergent Bilingual Middle School Students

https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2982420

As students carefully filled notebook pages with colorful words describing themselves, they were doing more than practicing English vocabulary. They were sharing who they are. One student wrote words like "angel," "neighborly" and "liberty" to create an acrostic using her name. Another described herself as "joyful," "secure," "sassy" and "interesting." Nearby, classmates searched for new words, practiced pronunciation and built confidence as they learned a new language together. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:25:00 -0500

https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2982420

 Temple ISD names Mayra Bolivar as Principal of Kennedy-Powell STEM Academy

https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/temple-isd-myra-bolivar-principal-kennedy-powell-stem-academy/500-05c108f6-c8ba-4395-aa0a-bc823b0f52c4

A new leader will take the reins at Temple ISD's Kennedy-Powell STEM Academy this upcoming school year. TISD has announced that Mayra Bolivar has been approved as the new Principal of Kennedy-Powell by the Board of Trustees. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:25:00 -0500

https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/temple-isd-myra-bolivar-principal-kennedy-powell-stem-academy/500-05c108f6-c8ba-4395-aa0a-bc823b0f52c4

 What is Houston ISD’s Kinder Bridge program?

https://www.khou.com/video/news/education/what-is-houston-isds-kinder-bridge-program/285-624b5f2c-712d-4c75-9aef-886941f2674b

Some students may be recommended to enroll based on their performance, while parents can also opt in if their child meets certain criteria. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:24:00 -0500

https://www.khou.com/video/news/education/what-is-houston-isds-kinder-bridge-program/285-624b5f2c-712d-4c75-9aef-886941f2674b

 Dallas ISD, Texas high school students make gains, led by biology, as STAAR results released

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/education/article/dallas-isd-texas-staar-results-22297861.php

High school students in Dallas ISD and across Texas posted gains on state standardized tests compared with last year, according to STAAR results released Wednesday. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/education/article/dallas-isd-texas-staar-results-22297861.php

 Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD is replacing all of its librarians with paras

https://www.tpr.org/education/2026-06-10/schertz-cibolo-universal-city-isd-is-replacing-all-of-its-librarians-with-paras

When school starts this fall in the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District near San Antonio, none of the district’s 15 campus libraries will be operated by a certified librarian. As a cost-saving measure, SCUC’s libraries will be staffed by hourly workers known as paraprofessionals who are not required to have a college degree. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.tpr.org/education/2026-06-10/schertz-cibolo-universal-city-isd-is-replacing-all-of-its-librarians-with-paras

 Bastrop ISD drops volleyball coach hire after felony charge tied to previous school

https://www.statesman.com/news/crime/article/bastrop-isd-coach-breann-halcumb-fired-22300734.php

A former Randolph High School volleyball coach who was hired to lead Cedar Creek's volleyball program in Bastrop Independent School District will no longer join the district after her arrest on a felony charge alleging an improper relationship with a student. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.statesman.com/news/crime/article/bastrop-isd-coach-breann-halcumb-fired-22300734.php

 Texas district plans nearly 250 layoffs as enrollment and funding fall

https://www.chron.com/news/article/el-paso-isd-layoffs-budget-22299973.php

Declining enrollment and mounting financial pressures are forcing El Paso ISD to eliminate nearly 250 positions across the district, according to a notice filed with the Texas Workforce Commission. The district notified state workforce officials it plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 249 employees as part of an effort to align staffing levels with projected enrollment, available funding and long-term financial sustainability goals. The layoffs are expected to take effect around June 19. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.chron.com/news/article/el-paso-isd-layoffs-budget-22299973.php

 Canutillo ISD teachers represent district at Texas sped conference

https://www.ktsm.com/video/canutillo-isd-teachers-represent-district-at-texas-sped-conference/11873499/

Three Canutillo Independent School District teachers represented Region 19 at the 2026 Texas Sped Support Summer Institute for Teachers of Students with Complex Access Needs. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.ktsm.com/video/canutillo-isd-teachers-represent-district-at-texas-sped-conference/11873499/

 New assistant principals introduced by Temple ISD

https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/temple-isd-introduces-assistant-principals-chris-metzger-james-clow/500-0363d2dc-fd94-454f-97e6-bb884e51cf8c

The Temple Independent School District introduced new, experienced faces to district campuses during a board meeting Monday, June 8. The district hired James Clow, current assistant principal at Copperas Cove High School, as the next assistant principal at Travis Science Academy, an IB World School. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/temple-isd-introduces-assistant-principals-chris-metzger-james-clow/500-0363d2dc-fd94-454f-97e6-bb884e51cf8c

 Hinojosa Holds Press Conference on Dallas ISD Budget Deficit

https://ginafortexas.com/2026/06/hinojosa-holds-press-conference-on-dallas-isd-budget-deficit/

Democratic nominee for Texas Governor Gina Hinojosa held a press conference this morning with Rep. John Bryant to discuss how Greg Abbott’s failed leadership has left parents, students, and teachers suffering from Dallas ISD budget shortfalls. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://ginafortexas.com/2026/06/hinojosa-holds-press-conference-on-dallas-isd-budget-deficit/

 Free summer meals for children served at schools across El Paso County

https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/local/community/2026/06/11/summer-meals-for-children-at-schools-in-el-paso-texas/90495580007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z115229p000950c000950e002000v115229d--47--b--47--&gca-ft=190&gca-ds=sophi

Free breakfast and lunch meals for children are available at schools throughout El Paso this summer. The "Summer Meals 2026" program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture to help address a potential gap in children's access to nutritious food during school breaks. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/local/community/2026/06/11/summer-meals-for-children-at-schools-in-el-paso-texas/90495580007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z115229p000950c000950e002000v115229d--47--b--47--&gca-ft=190&gca-ds=sophi

 What should Austin ISD protect the most in its proposed budget cuts?

https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/poll-what-should-austin-isd-protect-the-most-in-its-proposed-budget-cuts

Austin ISD, the largest school district in central Texas, is back at the table tonight as leaders work through a major budget plan. The district is trying to close a projected $181 million shortfall before the next school year. The proposed plan would eliminate or restructure more than 500 positions districtwide. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:21:00 -0500

https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/poll-what-should-austin-isd-protect-the-most-in-its-proposed-budget-cuts