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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Homecoming at rebuilt Waco High School bridges generations
Wednesday evening’s event, planned ahead of Friday’s homecoming game against San Angelo Central, was the public’s first opportunity to get an inside look at the new school. It featured a community pep rally, the traditional burning of a giant “W,” and a city of Waco ceremony designating North 42nd Street as Lion’s Way.
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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.
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A sneak peek inside Waco’s new Kendrick Elementary School
The Waco Bridge this week got a sneak peek inside the new $47.4 million Kendrick Elementary School, which opens Wednesday. Walking through the front doors, students are greeted by a decorative tree that curves up and over seating and a book nook. It alludes to a fairytale design that runs through both Kendrick and the […]
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A photo tour of South Waco Elementary
The Waco Bridge got an inside look at the freshly remodeled and expanded South Waco Elementary School on Tuesday, a day before students were to fill the halls and classrooms. After a $26.3 million project, students are greeted by a bright new library and makerspace front and center. Design elements carry over from the new […]
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Waco-area students, ISDs prepare to navigate life without cellphones
Districts are handling the state’s device ban in different ways. Teens say they’ll miss the connection but not the distraction.
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Waco ISD sees rising costs, less revenue
Transportation, school safety and special education are some of the areas that have grown the most in budget increases.
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New Waco High brings more space and a modern look
The new campus features a career and technical education wing, a performing arts center and other upgrades that are certain to please students and teachers.
