Red Oak HS students earn College Board recognition
Staff report Red Oak ISD announced that several students at Red Oak High School have received honors through the College Board National Recognition Program. These… Login to continue reading Login…
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Two ROISD officers graduate from Master Class for School-Based Law Enforcement
Red Oak ISD announced that two district police officers recently graduated from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement #41505 School-Based Law Enforcement (SBLE) Master Training Class #6 on Aug. 1 in San Antonio.
TEA releases accountability ratings
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie ISD received a “C” rating and a score of 76 out of 100 for the 2024-25 school year, based on the… Login to continue reading Login…
District proposes a sibling transfer option for WHS, WCHS
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Waxahachie ISD is proposing another transfer option for students once Waxahachie Creek High School opens in the fall of 2027. The school… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD compensation plan to remain unchanged
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The salary increases for Waxahachie ISD employees previously approved by the WISD Board of Trustees will remain the same. Monday the board… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD adopts policy to prohibit cellphone use during school day
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved a policy that will prohibit students from using personal communication devices, including cellphones,… Login to continue reading Login…
Local business owner raises thousands for education in Ellis County
For Doug Hunt, “back to school” isn’t just a date on the calendar – it’s a reminder of how much the community matters, especially its students and teachers.
WISD approves student code of conduct changes
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved the 2025-26 student code of conduct with a few changes to disciplinary procedures.
WISD approves salary increases, though some trustees say it’s not enough
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com Employees in Waxahachie ISD will be getting a salary increase this year. The WISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved a compensation… Login to continue reading Login…