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Chris Roark University of Maryland Global Campus University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) graduated nearly 3,400 students in the 2023 spring semester. Among those to… Login to continue reading Login…
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WISD breaks ground on 10th elementary school
Submitted by VLK Architects On Tuesday, VLK Architects celebrated the groundbreaking of Waxahachie ISD’s 10th elementary school. Funding for this project is from the voter-approved… Login to continue reading Login…
Waxahachie ISD hires principal for Howard Junior High
Staff report At a special meeting Tuesday morning, the Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hire of Michael Williams as the new principal… Login to continue reading Login…
Sky-high property values: Chief appraiser discusses with WISD the challenges of appraisals, appeals
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The chief appraiser from the Ellis County Appraisal District explained to the Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees last week the challenges her… Login to continue reading Login…
Waxahachie Prep graduate named winner of National Merit Scholarship
Staff report National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced Tuesday over 3,000 winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities. Among those was… Login to continue reading Login…
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Chris Roark Southern Arkansas Emily Nicole Janek, of Italy, earned a 3.5 GPA or higher in the spring 2023 semester, securing a reputable position on… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD hires principal for Finley Junior High
Staff report Monday, the Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hire of Whyndii Dunn as the principal of Finley Junior High School. Dunn… Login to continue reading Login…
WISD approves issuance of bonds; tax rate increase might be slightly less than projected
Chris Roark, croark@cherryroad.com The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees on Monday approved the issuance of the first round of school building bonds, which are made… Login to continue reading Login…
Kelly wins runoff election in Red Oak ISD
Patty Hullett Daily Light contributor Sean Kelly, an almost-lifelong resident of Red Oak, overwhelmingly won the runoff election held on Saturday for the Place 5… Login to continue reading Login…
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Chris Roark Stephen F. Austin State University Stephen F. Austin State University recognized the academic achievements of a select number of students by naming 832… Login to continue reading Login…