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7 Texas High Schools With Strong Academic and College Preparation Programs

Texas is home to some of the most academically recognized high schools in the United States. From competitive public magnet programs in Dallas, Houston, and Austin to established private schools, families have several options when looking for strong college-preparatory education. The state offers different educational pathways, including traditional public schools, gifted-and-talented programs, independent private schools, ... Read more

Houston, TX · 14h

KXAN

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Texas school districts turn to virtual learning again

Round Rock ISD and Hays CISD both launched virtual academies at the start of the school year, hoping to offer more learning options for students.

Round Rock, TX · 2d

unearththevoyage.com

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This Texas College Keeps Flying Under the Radar in UT Austin’s Backyard, With a Hill Country Limestone Campus You Can Tour

Most people driving north of Austin, Texas, have no idea there is a stone campus hiding just off the highway. I expected a quick stroll and maybe a snack break, but I ended up wandering under shade trees for far longer than planned. The buildings glow a warm cream color,...

Georgetown, TX · 1d
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High School On SI

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Austin Westlake Advances In Bi-District Round Of UIL 6A Division II Playoffs: Texas High School Football

Chaparrals build a 42-point first-half lead as they also go farther this postseason than they did last season

Austin, TX · 2d

hoodline.com

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UT Students Rally to Pull Starbucks Coffee Off Campus Menus

Students rallied at the University of Texas at Austin on Thursday and asked campus leaders to stop selling Starbucks coffee until the company reaches a contract with its unionized baristas. The action was scheduled for 2 to 3 p.m., and the Texas AFL-CIO said students would gather with president Leonard...

Austin, TX · 1d

Austin American-Statesman

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Bowie vs Round Rock football prediction: Picks for UIL bi-district playoff round

The high school football playoffs are here. There are plenty of Austin-area contests that are worth following this week. See who our staff believes will win.

Round Rock, TX · 2d

San Antonio Express News

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Brandeis' unlikely playoff run ends against Westlake in state quarterfinals

Led by a strong core including junior Allison Rodgers and freshman setter Addison Wells, Brandeis is primed for 2027 after its strongest playoff run since the Broncos' 2021 state title.

San Antonio, TX · 3d

fourpointsnews.com

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After trustees asked to pause, Leander ISD moves $129.5 million school vote ahead of new LISD Board

On Oct. 29, Leander ISD administration told the LISD Board of Trustees the construction contracts for two new elementary schools would come Nov. 19, the first meeting for three newly elected trustees. That same night, trustees looked at the district’s falling enrollment numbers and asked to pause. The board president said she was “very very nervous” board members would start “getting cold feet.”

Leander, TX · 3d

Austin American-Statesman

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These Central Texas high school football teams are poised to make deep playoff runs this fall

Austin, TX · 2d

KXAN

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Austin ISD teacher competes on Jeopardy

You might see a familiar face on Jeopardy if you're a student or teacher at Crockett High School.

Austin, TX · 4d

ABC13 Houston

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Experts say school districts could ask state for help after voters largely reject bonds

Education experts say changes in Austin could lead to local school districts regaining local control over school funding.

Austin, TX · 3d

Austin American-Statesman

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Student-aged voters helped turn Texas blue. UT shifted even further left

Experts said Democrats successfully energized young voters, who typically aren’t as engaged in non-presidential races. UT voters shifted further left.

Texas · 5d

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Guyer High School’s Ruel Newberry Blazes to UIL 6A State Cross Country Championship Title

Denton ISD and Guyer High School proudly celebrate cross country track phenom Ruel Newberry, who captured the individual UIL State Cross Country Championship on Saturday at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, Texas. Torching the course in a blistering 14:36 in the 5K, Newberry delivered an explosive performance to log the 7th fastest time in Old Settlers Park history and claim top honors in the UIL’s largest classification.

Denton, TX · 5d

KXAN

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Calls for recapture reform in Texas continue

The debate over school funding could be heating up at the Capitol this legislative session.

Texas · 5d

ketr.org

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New Texas comptroller will ‘immediately curtail’ investigations into Prosper ISD, other districts

Earlier this year, Gov. Greg Abbott asked acting Comptroller Don Huffines to closely examine four school districts, chosen at random, to ensure they’re “appropriately spending their funds.”. On Oct. 5, Huffines, a Dallas Republican, said he’d picked Barbers Hill, Austin, El Paso and Prosper ISDs, without explaining why...

Texas · 8d

The Texas Tribune

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After Huffines’ defeat, Austin ISD halts cooperation with state investigation

The Austin school district has halted its cooperation with a state investigation into its spending, challenging the comptroller’s authority to question district employees and demanding answers about why investigators are seeking information about library books, sex education and student identification. The move comes just days after Texas voters ousted...

Austin, TX · 5d

fourpointsnews.com

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CRMS Cross Country Makes History With Four District Championships

The 2026 Canyon Ridge Middle School Cross Country teams have cemented their legacy as one of the best in school history by winning the District Championship in all four divisions on October 8. “No excuses.” That was the motto adopted by the Eagles this season. The athletes knew that accomplishing...

Leander, TX · 5d

westwoodhorizon.com

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Blue Wave Washes Over Texas

In an effort to protect identities, some individuals have been granted anonymity, and their names have been replaced with pseudonyms to tell the story authentically. The pseudonyms are Taylor Baker ‘28, Nathan White ’28, and Jack Simon ‘27, all students at the high school. Any similarities to other individuals’ names are purely coincidental and unintentional.

Texas · 5d

KBTX.com

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A&M Consolidated falls in regular season finale to Pflugerville Hendrickson

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A&M Consolidated was defeated by Pflugerville Hendrickson 29-28 at Tigerland Stadium on Friday night. Why did A&M Consolidated lose? The Tigers received the ball to open the game but threw an interception on the opening drive. The Hawks capitalized with a scoring drive, which was capped by a Brayden Mueller touchdown reception.

Pflugerville, TX · 7d

KXAN

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Watch Round Rock vs. Cedar Ridge football live

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Playoff seeding hangs in the balance Friday night at Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex as Cedar Ridge hosts Round Rock in a District 25-6A showdown. Both programs enter the final week of the regular season having already clinched playoff berths, but Friday’s matchup will help determine who hosts a first-round playoff game and who hits the road.

Round Rock, TX · 7d