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FAFSA applications open for students after weeks of testing

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Texas education board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools

Bluebonnet Learning incorporates Bible lessons into reading and language arts textbooks in public schools across the state.
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A year into the job, Texas A&M president performs balancing act with growth, tuition, faculty and state leaders

Staff relations continue to be important for Mark Welsh III as he rebuilds trust and universities brace for legislation targeting faculty staff.
Education

Contentious 'Christianity infused' curriculum for Texas public schools expected to be approved Friday

The State Board of Education passed the 'Bluebonnet Curriculum' in a preliminary vote. A North Texas seat vacated before the election may push the material through.
Education

Mother, 3 daughters graduate with doctoral degree in nursing at TAMU-CC

For over four decades, Glenda Deahl has worked as a nurse. She shared her passion of helping others with her three daughters: Olivia, Josie, and Sophie.
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3 STAR Student: Meet Lillianna Ramon

Lilianna's teachers describe her as kind, sweet and eager to help others.
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3STAR Student: Lilliana Ramon

Lilliana's favorite subject is Reading, and she is on the A-Honor Roll.
Education

UT system announces free tuition for families making less than $100K

"To be in a position to make sure our students can attend a UT institution without accruing more debt is very important to all of us," the Board of Regents said.
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3STAR Student: Lilianna Ramon

Lilianna's favorite subject is Reading, and she is on the A-Honor Roll.
Education

Plan to allow Bible material in Texas elementary school lessons narrowly passes preliminary vote

The vote moves the board one step closer to signing off on what is known as the “Bluebonnet” textbook, which drew hours of often emotional testimony.
Texas News

State Board of Education signals support for Bible-infused curriculum

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. The board is expected to officially vote on whether to approve the materials later this week.
Education

'He’s traumatized' | Charles County parents speak out after 7-year-old was 'hanged' in an elementary school bathroom

The district says the students were "horseplaying", meanwhile the parents say the 7-year-old is still recovering after being released from the hospital.