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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Photographer’s notebook: Behind the scenes of “Becoming Mariachis”
What started as a routine photo essay became something more as the Bridge team got to know the student mariachis and saw their confidence bloom.
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Becoming Mariachis: A season with University High’s Los Mariachi Troyanos
The teenage members of Los Mariachi Troyanos learn confidence and connection in their journey through traditional Mexican music.
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Local school district demographics predict who goes to college. Look yours up here.
Midway, China Spring and Lorena students were about twice as likely to graduate college than peers in the economically disadvantaged Waco, La Vega and Connally ISDs, based on long-term data.
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Pilot program means Waco ISD middle schoolers can find therapy down the hall
Youth can be referred to counseling and therapy for issues such as anxiety, depression and ADHD. The aim is preventing long-term mental disorders.
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Waco High School theater students rekindle magic, find home on new stage
Waco High students spent more than two years performing shows in a converted computer lab. With “Peter and the Starcatchers” at the new performing arts center, they have found their theatrical home.
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Some Waco-area schools stumbled on the state report card. What’s next?
Connally ISD is at risk for state intervention after two schools failed for five consecutive years. Waco ISD is not far behind.