Superintendent Chris Allen said closing the school is “heartbreaking but necessary” as Midway struggles with deficits and stalled growth.
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Midway ISD board votes to close Speegleville Elementary
The decision came after a year-long discussion about closing the school due to high operational costs and an aging facility.
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Voting in Tuesday’s primary? Here’s what McLennan County voters should know
It’s a hefty ballot, with three Republicans gunning for State Sen. Brian Birdwell’s seat, and two Democrats battling in the redrawn Commissioner Precinct 2.
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Staff at two struggling schools could reapply for jobs under Waco ISD charter deal
The Waco ISD board agreed to move forward with a contract with Third Future Schools to operate South Waco and Dean Highland elementary schools in a bid to avert a state takeover of the whole district.
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Waco ISD seeks to avert state takeover by hiring charter firm to run struggling schools
Waco ISD would let Third Future Schools operate South Waco Elementary and Dean Highland Elementary, shielding the district from the threat of a takeover.
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A riverside school known by many names will be gone – but not forgotten.
What was originally Jefferson-Moore High School will soon be razed for downtown development. The city wants to hear your stories.
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Midway ISD looks to close Speegleville Elementary to cut costs
District leaders say the aging school is too expensive to operate in a time of stagnant state funding and declining enrollment. “This community is in a state of uncertainty … I feel it and I am sorry,” Trustee Pam Watts said.
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Waco ISD is looking to expand GT services to more middle schools. Here’s how that would work.
Equity and transportation issues are prompting Waco ISD to consider expanding advanced academics to middle school campuses beyond Tennyson.
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Waco ISD board punts decision on filling Guillory’s seat, with appointment likely
The board could either call a special election by Feb. 21 or appoint a replacement within 180 days. But any special election would have to be called before the next regular board meeting Feb. 26.
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Texas private school voucher signup has started, and the Waco area has several options. Here’s what to know.
Participating schools in the Waco area include Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School, Vanguard Preparatory school, Live Oak Classical School and Waco Montessori School.