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Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Politics
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Tyler ISD reacts to Texas Senate passing $8.5 billion for education
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — East Texas will benefit from $8.5 billion in new state money once House Bill 2 is signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott. East Texas districts react to senate's approval of school choice bill 'The new legislation is a huge win for East Texas,' Tyler ISD's Superintendent of Schools, Marty Crawford said after HB2 passed the Texas Senate on Friday. The district will be able to get more money for teacher incentive payments to make sure that their students are getting the very best educators once HB2 becomes law. 'It's been a lot of work, and we're very appreciative of everything they've done down there in Austin,' Crawford said. 'We're very excited and very appreciative of the work that they've done to get us to this point. We think that what they've been able to do for us is to carve out some efficiencies for us internally here locally, that we'll be able to handle it appropriately as we go on.' The $430 million that's allotted for school safety in HB2 is helping the district ensure the peace of mind of students and parents. Tyler ISD may also be able to help out staff that aren't teachers. 'It's still pretty fresh and all the nuances will be coming into play on this. Certainly, a lot of the allotments that are in there now will let us take care of some of these fixed costs that we have,' Crawford said. 'There is a little bit of flexibility in there also, to where we can take care of some of our other educators that aren't teachers. In other words, the bus drivers, the custodial staff, and the food service staff being able to do that is going to be imperative for us to go forward, because everybody's trying to make a living. They're in this wonderful profession of K-12 education in Texas, and I think that they're going to be very happy with what we're going to be able to put together as far as a compensation package, this next budget.' Texas House moves to eliminate STAAR test, change school accountability system House Bill 2 has been approved in the Senate with changes that will have to be approved by the house before the bill can be signed into law. 'It's going to be a big win for Tyler ISD. It's going to be an even bigger win for all of East Texas,' Crawford said. 'It's got to be approved. Then we've got to get it with our financial folks to see how much of an increase that's going to be for Tyler ISD.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tyler ISD's LINK students stepping into the future after graduation
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Tyler Independent School District celebrated the accomplishments of eight students in the LINK 18+ Program this week and handed out diplomas. The Learning Independence and New Knowledge Program is located on the Tyler Junior College West Campus and local businesses and helps students with special needs develop vocational and independent living skills. This year's class includes the following students from Tyler Legacy High School: Mia Dickerson Jair Egan Alyssa Ledesma Danica Wetmore Riley Harris Ryan Record De von Simpson Angel Rodriguez was the other graduate from Tyler High School. 'We are so grateful for everyone who makes this journey to adulthood and independence possible,' said Tyler ISD Student Support Coordinator Abby Dominy. 'From our Tyler ISD team and LINK instructors to our host partner, Tyler Junior College, and the many community businesses that support work-based learning, each has played a vital role in helping these students build purposeful, fulfilling adult lives. We also thank the families of our LINK graduates, whose love and support have been essential every step of the way.' In the last five years, the LINK Program has teamed up with several local businesses including: Rose City Arts & Gifts Hangers of Hope Weird & Different Clothing Store ReStore by Habitat for Humanity Shelley Drive Animal Clinic Chick-fil-A at Broadway Square Mall Papa John'S Goodwill Industries The Heights Senior Care Center Reunion Plaza Senior Care Center Caldwell Arts Academy Discovery Science Place Tyler Public Library Starbrite Equestrian Center Tyler ISD Gary Administrative and St. Louis Buildings Tyler ISD Transportation Department Six of the eight students in the 2025 class are already employed. This is the 15th class to participate in the program. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
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#SchoolisCool event in Tyler asks for donations
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The Tyler Area Business Education Council is asking local business and organizations to donate toward the 12th annual #SchoolisCool event being held on Aug 7. Texas bill allows food truck owners to simplify permits in each county The #SchoolisCool event helps provide 2,000 free backpacks filled with school supplies to children and their parents. This event will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Rose Garden Center and W.T. Brookshire Conference Center. Every $50 in donations will pay for and supply one of the backpacks and sponsors can choose different donation levels. Named as a major sponsor on all marketing materials Signage near a backpack distribution location at the event Insert in each backpack (printed materials and payment must be received by (July 9) Company logo on website and printed items Company logo on back of volunteer t-shirts Named as sponsor on all marketing materials Signage near a backpack distribution location at the event Company logo on website and printed items Company logo on back of volunteer t-shirts Named as sponsor on all marketing materials Company logo on website and printed items Company logo on website and printed items Tyler ISD celebrates 2025 Project SEARCH graduates Donations can be made online through Eventbrite and with cash or check payable to the Tyler Area Business Education Council. Cash and checks may be dropped off or mailed to 315 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 307, Tyler, TX. Visit for more information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
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Rep. Moran speaks on the ‘Big Beautiful Bill' aimed at cutting $1.5 trillion from spending
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-TX, spoke on President Donald Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' fiscal package that aims to cut $1.5 trillion from the government's budget, impacting programs and tax laws such as Medicaid, tax on tips, overtime and more. Party with purpose at 4th annual blind ambition event benefiting Tyler nonprofit The 'Big Beautiful Bill' is a comprehensive bill from President Donald Trump that includes many factors and laws, mainly focused on cutting $1.5 trillion in spending from the government's budget. This bill would remove taxes on tips, overtime, make Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent and Americans could potentially receive tax cuts if the standard deduction is increased. The bill would also cut funding for programs such as Medicaid and SNAP, Rep. Nathaniel Moran explained the reason for these cuts. 'This is stuff that's ballooned over the past ten years where we now have 23 million plus able bodied adults that are on Medicaid that we need to put back to work,' Moran said. 'We need to incentivize them to go back to work and by doing so then they can find their own health insurance and we're happy for that to happen so they can raise their station in life.' Reward increased to $30K for East Texas fugitive, Gov. Abbott says While the tax cuts could help everyday Americans save money, businesses and companies are claiming they have to raise store prices due to tariffs. Moran said he is hopeful these tariffs are just a short-term necessity and business can bounce back. 'Well business have to do what they have to do to take in the rising costs related to some of the short term tariff negotiations, my hope is that this is in fact what it is, a short term negotiation strategy not a long term economic policy,' Moran said. These tariffs play a role in America's trades with other countries and according to Moran, China has been violating American trade laws for quiet some time now. 'We are supportive of a number of bills that are out there that actually push back against China's circumvention of our trade laws,' Moran said. 'They have been violating our trade laws for decades now.' 'You got to play by the rules, China is not playing by the rules and China is not playing by the rules because they know they cannot compete with us head to head,' Moran said. 'They can't compete with us in a way that we have done over the last 80 years.' Tyler ISD celebrates 2025 Project SEARCH graduates Keep on the lookout for more updates on this bill as changes may occur. House Speaker Mike Johnson said he hopes to advance the tax plan through the chamber for a vote before the Memorial Day recess. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bullard ISD delays opening of new middle school till 2026
BULLARD, Texas (KETK) – Bullard ISD has announced that the opening of their new 179,000 square-foot middle school campus has been delayed. The new campus was originally scheduled to open by August 2025, but due to delays, the district leadership and construction teams announced on Thursday that the new building is now expected to open in January 2026. Students and staff are expected to move into the new campus at the start of the spring semester of the 2025-2026 school year. Texas bill allows food truck owners to simplify permits in each county The new campus will house 1200 students, including sixth, seventh and eighth graders, and will all be in one building together for the first time. The new campus will also include state-of-the-art classrooms and technology. Tyler ISD celebrates 2025 Project SEARCH graduates According to Bullard ISD, the physical construction of the building is still on pace to be finished on schedule, but infrastructure needs are causing the campus opening to be delayed. Bullard ISD Superintendent Dr. Jack Lee spoke about the delay and challenges they have had to overcome in order to create the new campus. 'We are incredibly proud of the design and construction of our new middle school campus,' Lee said. 'Unfortunately, no construction project of this size can be completed without challenges arising. Although we have been working on building infrastructure since the design phase of the new campus, we continue to face challenges created by substantial weather delays, utility connections, access to public and private easements, and the road construction at FM2493 and US69. Dr. Jack Lee Dr. Lee said that the district is in contact with everyone involved in the new middle school and is grateful for everyone's support and patience. 'Bullard ISD remains in close communication with all involved parties, and the district looks forward to celebrating the opening of the new Bullard Middle School as soon as it is ready to safely welcome students and staff,' Dr. Lee said. 'We are grateful for the patience, support, and understanding of our parents, staff, and students throughout this process.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
