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UT-Tyler School of Nursing dean on top ranking: 'This recognition reaffirms our commitment to excellence in nursing education'

By John Suayan | May 16, 2023

The University of Texas at Tyler (UTT) announced on Saturday that its School of Nursing garnered another accolade in what has shaped up to be a banner year for the institution, per a report from Tyler NBC affiliate KETK.

Pittsburg superintendent on bond's second unsuccessful attempt to garner voter approval: 'The needs aren’t going to go away magically and we’ve got to find a solution for it'

By John Suayan | May 16, 2023

For the second time during the current academic year, an East Texas public school district has failed to garner voter approval for a bond package, according to a report from Tyler ABC affiliate KLTV.

Tyler Junior College's Mejia on new transfer scholarship: 'We are elated by the opportunity to strengthen our partnership with SMU'

By John Suayan | May 12, 2023

A new scholarship allows graduates of Tyler Junior College (TJC) to easily transfer to Southern Methodist University (SMU), per reports from Tyler-based media outlets.

Oglesbee on taking over for retiring Westbrook: 'I am optimistic and excited for SFA’s future'

By John Suayan | May 12, 2023

A new leader is slated to take the helm of Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) in Nacogdoches.

'It all starts with a grievance': Mineola Independent School District holds campus safety summit, discusses active shooter protocols

By John Suayan | May 5, 2023

The Mineola Independent School District’s (MISD) police department hosted a summit that touched on active shooter protocols on Tuesday, per a report from Tyler ABC affiliate KLTV.

Soon-to-be Sam Houston State graduate on school's decision to ban students on stage: 'This is very disheartening'

By John Suayan | May 4, 2023

Sam Houston State University’s (SHSU) decision to not allow graduating seniors on stage during the upcoming commencement ceremonies has caused an uproar, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.

SFA merger legislation awaits Abbott's signature: 'This union will make each of us stronger'

By John Suayan | Apr 28, 2023

Pieces of legislation that will merge Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) with the University of Texas (UT) System have emerged out of both chambers of the Texas Legislature and await Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature into law.

UT-Tyler's McBride on STAR Award: '[I’m] excited about the opportunities it will provide for the School of Nursing and the greater East Texas community'

By John Suayan | Apr 28, 2023

The University of Texas at Tyler (UTT) announced on Tuesday that the UT System has given Dr. Susan McBride, the associate dean of research at the university’s School of Nursing, a $225,000 Science and Technology Acquisition and Retention (STAR) Award, per a press release that was run by Tyler ABC affiliate KLTV.

Jasper Independent School District head on teens shot at post-prom party: 'We are praying for them and thankful for God's hand in the situation'

By John Suayan | Apr 25, 2023

An East Texas public school district has issued a formal response to an alleged shooting at a post-prom party in which nine teenagers were injured, according to a report from Tyler CBS affiliate KYTX.

Bentley on hire as Bullard High School principal: 'We will create a truly collaborative culture of servant leaders'

By John Suayan | Apr 21, 2023

The Bullard Independent School District (BISD) tabbed Chad Bentley as the new principal at Bullard High School on Monday, per a report from Tyler CBS affiliate KYTX.

Jacksonville schools police chief: Mental health training bill is 'very important [in helping] us maintain a safe and secure environment'

By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023

A piece of legislation that’s navigating its way through the lower chamber of the Texas House of Representatives seeks to provide school security officers with additional mental health training, Tyler CBS affiliate KYTX reported.

Lone Diboll superintendent finalist left state government 'to follow his first love – teaching'

By John Suayan | Apr 13, 2023

The Diboll Independent School District (DISD) announced on Monday that its board of trustees unanimously approved J. Brian Bowman as the lone finalist in its search for a superintendent, per a Facebook post.

Stephen F. Austin State University's Westbrook on merger legislation: 'Our future is going to be very bright indeed'

By John Suayan | Apr 12, 2023

Measures filed in the Texas Legislature that would add Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) in Nacogdoches to the University of Texas (UT) System successfully made their way out of committee, Tyler CBS affiliate KYTX reported.

University of Texas-Tyler nursing school dean on groundbreaking for expansion project: 'This new building is very student-centered'

By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2023

The University of Texas at Tyler (UTT) broke ground for its $35 million nursing school expansion on Wednesday, according to reports from Tyler-based media outlets.

Beaumont superintendent reflects on 2014 state takeover: 'We have learned over the course of several years that we can do hard things'

By John Suayan | Mar 28, 2023

The superintendent of a public school district that’s 85 miles east of Houston discussed her experiences with intervention from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) on the heels of its decision to seize control of the Houston Independent School District (HISD), the largest in the state.

'Really unfortunate' Houston Independent School District takeover by state elicits reactions from leaders

By John Suayan | Mar 21, 2023

The State of Texas’ decision to take control of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) elicited reactions from several leaders, including Gov. Greg Abbott and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston-based media outlets reported.

East Texas superintendent on four-day school week: 'We were looking for a creative way to entice retention and recruitment of teachers'

By John Suayan | Mar 14, 2023

The next academic year will see several public school districts hold classes for four days a week instead of five, per a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.

Abbott: 'Parents deserve the freedom to choose the best education pathway for their child'

By John Suayan | Mar 8, 2023

Gov. Greg Abbott visited a Bryan Christian private school on Tuesday where he reaffirmed his support for parental rights when it comes to their children’s education, per a press release issued by the Office of the Texas Governor.

Creighton on school choice: 'It’s, without a doubt, caught a grassfire of support and I think it’s just different than before'

By John Suayan | Mar 7, 2023

A Republican state senator from Southeast Texas said many parents have expressed support toward school choice, per a report from San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS.

Deadline for nursing education grant fast approaching

By John Suayan | Jul 10, 2020

East Texas nursing education programs seeking financial assistance have an opportunity to apply for the Betty and Roy Erickson Nursing Grant.

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