Gov. Greg Abbott displays Senate Bill 2, signed May 3, creating educational savings accounts – a school voucher system – in Texas. Courtesy Governor's Office Effective with the 2026-27 school year, Texas families will be able to apply for a trust fund account from...
Wylie ISD Education Foundation has officially opened nominations for the Elisabeth W. Garrison Award. This award is presented to a woman who lives or works in WISD who exhibits servant leadership and generosity. A winner will be declared at the annual Boots ‘n...
Plano Independent School District trustees last week approved the school calendar for 2020-21 under which students will attend classes for 175 days after allowances and have 32 days off. The school year is slated to start Aug. 12, 2020 and conclude May 27, 2021....
Plano Independent School District launched its search last week for a new district athletic director following the retirement announcement in November of longtime director Gerald Brence. After 12 years as athletic director and 39 years in the district, Brence’s...
If you’re looking for events to get you in the holiday spirit, you don’t even have to leave the city. From Christmas concerts to dance showcases to theatrical productions, school districts have something for all tastes. For the full story, see the Dec. 5 issue...
Wylie Independent School District trustees last week approved a pilot program to better serve students who have emotional issues that affect their learning, elected new officers and heard a presentation about restructuring debt. The board met in regular session...
Jillian Herrera, left, and Shalini Patel perform in the PESH production of “The Wolves” last week. The play follows a girls soccer team as they learn to bond and overcome tragedy. For more photos, see the Nov. 21 issue or subscribe online. Photos Leslie...
Hunt Elementary hosted a Veterans Day program to honor locals who served. After parading through the school, veterans enjoyed a program presented by students. For more photos, click here, see the Nov. 14 issue or subscribe online. Photos by Joe Reavis...
WHS seniors intern with contractor Wylie High seniors Luke Stampe and Tristan Smith, along with a graduated classmate of theirs, spent their summer getting up before dawn to gain firsthand knowledge of the construction industry. Now that the school year is a quarter...
