Texas board weighs Mexican American studies course
The Texas Board of Education debated adding a statewide Mexican American studies elective for high schools. Supporters urged the change as essential to reflect Texas demographics and history, while opponents warned of politicizing classrooms. The board’s vote and fate of the proposal remain uncertain.
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Blue Jays Top Astros 5-2 Behind Cabrera Homers Streak
Melky Cabrera hit his fourth straight homer as the Blue Jays defeated the Astros 5-2. Jose Bautista also homered, Mark Buehrle earned the win, and Sergio Santos secured his third save. Houston stranded runners and lost their fifth in six.
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Bayer funds GCCISD STEM pipeline with 386k grant
Bayer USA Foundation awarded 386000 dollars to the National Math and Science Initiative at a Goose Creek CISD event to deploy Laying the Foundation teacher training in 6th through 12th grade math and science. Bayer also provided 25000 dollars in scholarships plus internships to seven GCCISD graduates pursuing engineering, process operations, and related fields.
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District adopts foundation plan for high school graduation
BHILD elective classes and a new foundation plan allow graduation with fewer credits and without Algebra II. Barbers Hill uses the distinguished achievement plan as the diploma basic route, but students may opt for the foundation plan with counselor and parent approval. STEM emphasis grows, starting at junior high.
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Baytown Opens Blue Heron Parkway Boosting Growth Plans
Baytown officials celebrate the new Blue Heron Parkway with wider sidewalks LED lighting and a bike path. City leaders expect annexation of Blue Heron Park area and future general commercial zoning to attract offices retail and residences while residents note safer bike routes and faster east west travel.
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