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fourpointsnews.com
11 Vipers are National Merit Semifinalists
Vandegrift High School congratulates 11 National Merit Semifinalists on earning this prestigious and highly selective academic distinction. These students scored in the top 1% of students nationwide on the PSAT/NMSQT, placing them among the highest-achieving students in the country. “We are incredibly proud of these students and the hard work, dedication, and academic excellence that earned them this recognition,” shared Heidi Kalla, Vandegrift dean of instruction. “We wish our National Merit Semifinalists the very best as they continue through the selection process toward becoming Finalists!” These Vipers are now in the running to become National Merit Finalists and will be considered for National Merit Scholarships.
jouster.blog
Thursday, October 15, 2026 – The Takeover
Petition Deadline Arrives for Burnet and Webb Families as Austin ISD Faces Possible State Intervention. Parents and volunteers made a last push this week to collect signatures on a petition that could give Austin ISD another path forward, with the deadline to sign arriving today. On Wednesday afternoon, volunteers set...
culturemap.com
UT Austin ranks among Texas' 10 best universities for 2027
With early application season in full swing, two local universities are racking up new accolades on a new list of the 10 best Texas colleges for 2027. The University of Texas at Austin ranked as the No. 3 best Texas university in WalletHub's annual "College & University Rankings" report, showing Austin students don't have to travel out of state to earn a top-notch degree.
KXAN
Del Valle ISD superintendent steps down for Houston education job
Two years after starting his job as Del Valle ISD's Superintendent, Dr. Matthew Gutierrez has decided to step down for a Houston education job. His final day as superintendent will be on Nov. 6, according to a press release from Del Valle.
The Texas Tribune
Taxpayers pay the price when Texas education department takes over school districts
Austin Current is a nonprofit local news organization supported by The Texas Tribune, reporting on Austin government, education and community. Sign up for the Current’s free newsletter here. As Austin ISD braces for state intervention, a critical question about the possible future of the cash-strapped district remains unanswered: How...
fox7austin.com
Huston-Tillotson parking dispute video sparks protests outside Austin home
A parking dispute video near Huston-Tillotson University in East Austin has gone viral. A couple who lives along E 9th Street were seen telling people not to park in front of their home. They were also seen making comments about the univeristy. Since the video was posted, it has led...
newsradioklbj.com
Thursday Deadline Nears for Petitions to Close Two Austin ISD Schools
Parents at two Austin ISD middle schools have until Thursday, Oct. 15, to submit petitions requesting the closure of their campuses in an effort to prevent a potential state takeover of the district. The petitions involve Burnet and Webb middle schools, which have received five consecutive failing state accountability ratings....
KSST Radio
Pushback on ‘Screen Time’ in Public Schools Spreading Across Texas
October 13, 2026 – ROUND ROCK, Texas — A growing coalition of parents and educators in the Round Rock Independent School District is calling on school officials to curb the use of laptops and Chromebooks in classrooms, joining a statewide push to put traditional learning back at the center of education.
fox7austin.com
Some AISD parents petition to close Burnet, Webb Middle Schools to avoid state takeover
AUSTIN, Texas - Parents at Burnet and Webb Middle Schools have less than a week to sign a petition asking the State Education Commissioner to close their campuses. This is a last-ditch effort by parents to avoid a state takeover, after the schools received five "F" ratings in a row.
westwoodhorizon.com
Westlake Chaparrals Run Down Varsity Football 57-0
Snapping the ball into action, varsity football faced off against the Westlake Chaparrals on Thursday, Oct. 8, in a grueling four quarters where they ultimately fell short 57-0. The Chaparrals came out on top, further establishing their dominance in rankings. “We knew [going into the game] it would be pretty...
Seattle ON Tap
Hays Was Outscored 28-7 Last Week, And Their District Season Is On The Line Tonight
Nfl logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Tonight, it’s a huge District 26-6A showdown at Burger Stadium, with Bowie hosting Hays in what everyone’s calling a crucial district battle. This isn’t just another game, especially for […]
Seattle ON Tap
Cedar Ridge Is Dropping 70-Point Bombs and Austin Still Has Questions
trophy logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Week 7 of the 2026 Central Texas high school football season is here, and it’s about to clear up some serious mysteries surrounding Austin-area teams. Forget generic district title […]
Seattle ON Tap
Jaiden Fields and Hutto's 50-Point Streak Are Ready to Shock Cedar Park's Perfect Season
Nfl logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Cedar Park’s perfect 6-0 record is on the line tonight as they host Hutto, a team that’s bringing an electric offense and their Oklahoma commit wide receiver/defensive back Jaiden […]