State Capitol Highlights Record SAT takers in Texas
Texas public and private schools set a state record with 100,417 seniors taking the SAT, up 6,383 from 1997, while AP exams also reached record participation. Verbal and math scores held steady at 494 and 501 respectively, despite more test takers. The story also notes flood victim price gouging probes, health clinic funding delays, and interstate handgun permit reciprocity.
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Ed Sterling
Austin
Texas
College Board
Texas Education
Mike Moses
Elderly abuse awareness and signs for caregivers
This article outlines elder abuse as a serious issue with six categories including physical emotional financial sexual abuse neglect and self neglect. It notes underreporting and describes caregiver and family involvement as common abusers with warning signs and questions to prompt disclosure.
Brownfield ISD praised for teachers and students
A columnist extols Brownfield ISD praising the teachers who care for each student the school board and administration for their dedication and the students who support each other. The writer thanks God for placing them in BISD and urges defense against critics.
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Gina Caswell Kelly
Brownfield Isd
Wellman Union
Meadow
BISD
Brownfield
Reminding to Take Time and Reflect in a Busy World
A reflective essay recounts spotting a simple Wall Street Journal ad urging readers to slow down. It contrasts harried travelers with a rural mailbox image and urges taking time to think plan play and enjoy life, stressing rest and replenishing energy.
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Wall Street Journal
Georgia
Brownfield Schools face lean budget and enrollment drop
State of the Brownfield Schools by J Charles Harrison notes enrollment ADA down by 200, property values down, and tax rate capped at 1.50. Board adopts 1998-99 budget of 11.6 million after cuts. Appeals for community support while stressing careful spending and minimal fundraising.
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J. Charles Harrison
BCISD
Brownfield High School
America
Brownfield School
Texas
West
Brownfield Schools
Brownfield
Board of Trustees
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Archer
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Ima Smith
Preston Smith
Texas State Cemetery
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Rockdale
Kubiak
House
George W. Bush
Garry Mauro
University of Texas Office of Survey Research
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Louisiana
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Texas Department of Public Safety
Oklahoma
Arkansas
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FCS
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