Education
Education news from McAllen and the Rio Grande Valley.
EducationStaffing changes, potential program cuts underway at La Joya ISD
El distrito escolar independiente de La Joya está implementando cambios significativos en su personal y evaluando posibles recortes en programas educativos. Estas medidas buscan abordar desafíos presupuestarios y garantizar la sostenibilidad de los servicios ofrecidos a los estudiantes. Las autoridades del distrito están trabajando para minimizar el impacto en la calidad educativa mientras enfrentan estas decisiones difíciles.
New pathway for teachers to get master's degree, principal certification
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Region One ESC is offering a new pathway for teachers to get their master's degree and principal certification at the same time through Abilene Christian University. Marissa Falcon, the Region One ESC Administrator for Education Preparation, said through the principal certification program, teachers can get support with a 10 percent discount. [...]
EducationSTC Convenes Regional Leaders for “Rebuilding Futures” Event on April 28th in McAllen
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas – On Tuesday, April 28, South Texas College, in collaboration with public sector leaders, higher education and community partners, will host “Rebuilding Futures: Advancing Second Chances through Policy, Partnership and Purpose.” The event, which includes remarks by Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, focuses on advancing second chances for those impacted
EducationSTC Launches Targeted Initiative to Bolster Support for Student Parents
Texas Border Business By Amanda Sotelo Like many South Texas College students, Eileen Diaz is a parenting student, raising two children, 4 and 14, while completing her bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership, and thanks to STC parenting student initiatives and resources, she’s found success. “Times are tough. Inflation is making it harder for students like
EducationAbbott Highlights Nearly $100,000 In Annual Scholarships For CIM Students
Texas Border Business SAN MARCOS — Governor Greg Abbott delivered remarks at the Texas State University (TXST) Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Annual Patrons Board Foundation Scholarship Gala. This event brings together state officials, industry partners, faculty, and students to support scholarships and enhance critical funding for TXST CIM. “The State of Texas understands the value that’s
EducationSix JET Grants total $1.6M for STC Partner Districts Across the RGV
Texas Border Business By Amanda Sotelo South Texas College, as the training partner for more than 70 high schools in the Rio Grande Valley, recently hosted the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) for a Jobs and Education (JET) Grant presentation. During the event, six JET Grants, totaling $1.6 million, were presented to STC Dual Credit partners
EducationSTC Students Put Skills to Work with Custom Picnic Table Project
Texas Border Business By Joey Gomez McALLEN, Texas – In an effort to improve campus life, students at South Texas College’s Technology Campus have designed and built custom picnic tables, creating new spaces for their peers to rest and recharge. The project, led by the campus Student Government Association (SGA) as part of its Beautify Tech […] The post STC Students Put Skills to Work with Custom Picnic Table Project appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationOver $1.6 Million In Career Training Grants Awarded to Six South Texas Schools
Governor Greg Abbott announced six Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling $1,697,701 have been awarded to six schools in South Texas by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The post Over $1.6 Million In Career Training Grants Awarded to Six South Texas Schools appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationCelebrating First Round of TEFA Funds Awarded to Texas Families
Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the first round of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) funding that is being awarded to over 42,000 Texas families. The post Celebrating First Round of TEFA Funds Awarded to Texas Families appeared first on Texas Border Business.
EducationMcAllen ISD Proposition A Focuses on Aging Schools and Facility Needs
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González McAllen Independent School District leaders are asking voters to consider Proposition A, a $335 million bond proposal to address aging school facilities, overcrowding, and long-term infrastructure needs across the district. During a recent presentation to the McAllen Citizens League, Superintendent Dr. René Gutiérrez outlined the district’s challenges and […] The post McAllen ISD Proposition A Focuses on Aging Schools and Facility Needs appeared first on Texas Border Business.