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Citing mental health, Amarillo ISD looks at limiting students' cell phone use
At Monday’s Amarillo Independent School District meeting, the school board was presented with a comprehensive plan outlining cell phone use during the instructional day at district high schools. Jay Barrett, the principal of AmTech Career Academy, and other school district leadership spoke about the need for a standard policy...
Amarillo Rainbow Room's annual School Supply Drive underway
It is that time of year again: The Amarillo Rainbow Room kicked off its annual “School Supply Drive” benefitting CPS-involved children and families on July 15, and the collection period for donations will continue through Aug. 31. “We feel every child deserves the opportunity to have the supplies...
Amarillo College Fire Academy hosts physical ability testing at First Responders Academy
Amarillo College announced it administered physical ability testing for those seeking admission to the AC Fire Academy at 9 a.m. on Saturday in the new First Responders Academy.
Stuff The Bus: Donate school supplies for kids who can't afford them
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Hundreds of Amarillo kids will start school on Aug. 15 without the proper school supplies because their family can't afford them. So we're asking for your help to change that by participating in our annual Stuff The Bus school supply drive. From July 29-Aug. 9,...
Randall High School hosts second to last week of PATS Amarillo
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Panhandle Area Tournament Series (PATS) is wrapping up as the high school season approaches. Randall high school hosted the second to last week of the tournament series earlier today. PATS is a chance for tennis athletes to compete in singles and doubles matches through the...
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