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Hays CISD designates ‘hazardous’ traffic areas, but parents concerned over road near high school
The Hays Consolidated Independent School District’s Board of Trustees approved its list of hazardous traffic zones so it can receive additional funding from the state for students to access bus services. There are around 2,500 students in the district living in hazardous traffic areas, according to the board.
School board approves flexible attendance program for students in need
Some students need to work in order to support the rest of the family. It can be a reality of life. That may be just one example, but attendance standards at school can be difficult to meet for a variety of reasons as well. The school district wants to make sure that no student is left behind, particularly those that are close to dropping out, which can occur for various reasons that are out of the students control. The San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees approved the Optional Flexible School Day Program for the 2024-2025 school year...
Haralson looks to build Lady Rattlers into district contender
, New head coach Cooper Haralson will take over the Lady Rattler basketball program going into the 2024-2025 season. After being an assistant coach for the past two seasons, Haralson is ready to lead the Lady Rattlers. “I am excited about the opportunity,” Haralson said. “I’ve been the head coach before at a couple of places, but I’ve been a part of the girls basketball program for a couple of years now. I’ve built really good relationships, understand the girls and what they need. I can’t tell you how excited I am to be a part of the program and have the...
High school graduation advice from head of San Marcos Academy ROTC
Every May in Hays County and throughout Texas high school and college seniors are filled with excitement and possibly even anxiety about their graduation and next steps. Some are preparing to go to college, some to technical school, some into their career of choice and some have no idea what the next step will be. For all graduating seniors throughout our area, San Marcos Academy ROTC commander, Lt. Colonel, Retired, David Jaillite has some words of wisdom. LESSON #1 COMMAND AND CONTROL Jaillite asks graduates to think of your life as driving a car. Making a righthand turn is easy; you can...
SMHS dedicates career and tech building in honor of former teacher
San Marcos CISD dedicated the San Marcos High School Career and Technology building after William A. Wyatt Jr. Wyatt was a teacher at San Marcos High School from 1955 to 1971. The dedication was actually more of a rededication, as the vocational building at the previous high school had been named after Wyatt in 1999. Wyatt was born and raised in San Marcos, having attended both the San Marcos Baptist Academy and Southwest Texas State University. Before he became a teacher, he was in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a decorated B-17 pilot having flown 30 combat missions and 28...
Meet Navarro Junior High's New Principal, Tori Beutnagel, at Recent Community Event
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Wimberley High School seniors graduate
L3 ballons were placed at the ceremony in honor of former classmate Logan Overall and the slogan "Love Like Logan" that has become his legacy. (PHOTO COURTESY OF WIMBERLEY ISD) Wimberley High School graduating senior Maya Jones with her "Look Mom I Can Fly" hat message. (PHOTO COURTESY OF WIMBERLEY ISD) Wimberley High School graduating senior Lucas Brookshier proudly shows off his recently received diploma. (PHOTO COURTESY OF WIMBERLEY ISD) Wimberley High School graduating senior Maya Jones hugs her mom, trustee Lexi Jones, after receiving her diploma. (PHOTO COURTESY OF WIMBERLEY ISD)
School Board approves pay increase for all staff
Teacher compensation has been a topic of conversation among board members and in public comment at board meetings, and the trustees have heeded the call in an effort to make sure San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District teachers feel valued and choose to remain with the district. The SMCISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a 3% pay increase for all staff at the regularly scheduled meeting on Monday. SMCISD Board President Anne Halsey said all in favor of approving Model Four with a starting salary of $55,000 and a 3% plus longevity pay and an insurance increase for all employees should...
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