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Yahoo
04-08-2025
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WFISD announces policy for free and reduced-price meals
The Wichita Falls Independent School District has announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for qualified students. WFISD has distributed letters to households of children in the district. Applications are also available online at or at the Child Nutrition Office, 2015 Fifth St. Bldg. A in Wichita Falls. Criteria for free and reduced-price meals is based on household income and whether a household receives Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR). WFISD said in a press release it is working with local agencies to identify children who are eligible. Those contacted by the district will not need to complete an application. Any household is not contacted but feels it is qualified may email sgallentine@ or call 940-235-1065 ext. 29003. More: Roaches on the counter, dishes in the mop sink in latest inspections More: WinCo plans hiring event for new store in Wichita Falls This article originally appeared on Wichita Falls Times Record News: WFISD announces policy for free and reduced-price meals Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
10-06-2025
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Legacy High unveils advanced new band trailer features
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A brand new band and orchestra trailer has made it home. On Monday, June 9, the grand reveal of Legacy High School's state-of-the-art trailer took place. The money was used from the Wichita Falls Independent School District bond to build the new schools and was custom-built specifically for Legacy's band. The trailer is fully equipped with more lighting, air conditioning and powered ramps and stairs. Several staff members and parents were in attendance to take the first look and the first steps inside the new trailer, including Legacy's band director, Loy Studer, who is excited about all the ways it will improve things for his students. 'The technology they've built in so we can make things safer for kids, with the powered ramps so nobody's lifting anything,' Studer said. 'They did a great job with the graphics, and it represents the new branding for the new school.' Studer added that not only will this trailer allow the band to travel out of town without having to rent trucks, but it will also cut about an hour off the load-in and load-out times. WFISD officials said a similar trailer is in the works right now for Memorial High School's band as well. They'll announce the grand reveal of that trailer at a later date. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
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All Hands Community Camp empowers kids with diverse activities
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — From first aid training to free meals, one Wichita Falls summer camp is doing a whole lot more than just keeping kids busy. This summer, kids in Wichita Falls have the chance to dive into more than just fun. The All Hands Playwell Summer Camp is packed with activities designed to support kids emotionally, socially, and academically, all for just $20. WFISD awarded best communities for music education All Hands Community Camp Leader, Eternity Jackson, said it's more than just a summer camp; at All Hands Cultural Community Center, it's a place where kids come to grow. 'Relationships come first with the students, and we just empower individuals to grow personally, grow spiritually, kind of establish their identity and who they are. And then also on top of that, just having that career readiness,' Jackson said. For just $20 per child, campers can choose from a variety of activities, including swimming, cosmetology, gardening, math lessons, Bible study, and more. 'Culinary arts, first aid, cosmetology, art classes, gardening, reading, math, gym and life skills, as well as spiritual classes like bible study,' Jackson said. One of the most pivotal classes is life skills, taught by Camp Leader Eternity Jackson. 'I teach everything from anger management, stress management, mental health classes, physical health, like nutrition. It ranges from the small things to the large things and there all hands on,' Jackson said. 'So it's not like, oh, they're just doing a worksheet. You know, they're actually going to walk through those scenarios and kind of teach it back to us like, okay, this is what I learned. And now I'm going to actually apply it to my life.' Free meals are also included, making this camp a lifeline for working families during the long summer months. 'In all honesty, we understand that people, especially in this area can't really afford it. So, even with the donations, like a lot of people donate to this program just because they have seen the results in the past, it doesn't only benefit their behavior here, it also benefits their behavior at school and in the community,' Jackson said. From swimming to school preparation, all hands are working together to ensure every child has a safe and supportive place to grow this summer. There is still time to enroll! For more information, please contact (940) 766-0259 or visit them in person at 302 Tulsa St. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-05-2025
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WFISD to offer summer meals at no cost to students
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Many Wichita Falls families rely on school-provided meals during the year, which means summer can strain their food budgets, but the WFISD is working to ease that burden. WFISD will offer summer meals to all kids and teens ages 18 and younger at no cost. There are five different locations where kids can go during meal times to receive a fresh, balanced, delicious meal, no paperwork necessary. Legacy High School 3003 Henry S. Grace Fwy, WF, TX (Monday-Thursday) June 02-June 12 Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -8:30 a.m. Lunch: 12:00 p.m. -12:45 p.m. Scotland Park Elementary 1415 N. 5th St, WF, TX (Monday-Friday) June 02-July 25 Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Jefferson Elementary 4628 Mistletoe Dr, WF, TX (Monday-Friday) June 02-July 25 Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Booker T. Washington 1300 Harding, WF, TX (Monday-Friday) June 02-July 25 Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Southern Hills Elementary 3920 Armory Rd, WF, TX (Monday-Friday) June 02-July 25 Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Menus can be found online or by downloading the Nutrisclice app from your smartphone app store. For questions, call the WFISD Child Nutrition office at 940-235-1065. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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WFISD Foundation awards $500 grants to teachers for classroom needs
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Five WFISD teachers received quite the surprise on Tuesday morning of May 6, as they were awarded five hundred dollars each as part of the WFISD Foundation Teacher Appreciation Grant funded by board president and school board member Susan Grisel. 'Hello are you Ms. McDoorman?' 'I am Ms. McDoorman' 'I'm Nikki Davis I'm the Executive Director of WFISD Foundation and we are here to present you with a teacher appreciation grant on behalf of Mrs. Grisel who is our board president.' 'I'm just so excited that I have some money to buy a new instrument. We've been needing a new cello for a while. We have one full-size cello that it's in great condition, but we need more. So I can't wait to buy a second cello for my classroom. I'm so excited,' McDoorman said. 'Here's your extra-large check for $500.' 'What does it mean to me? It means some extra snacks for my kiddos or my classroom,' Lisa Aranda said. 'Hi Ms. DeFour how are you? We've got a surprise for you' 'On behalf of the foundation I would like to congratulate you as the recipient of the teacher appreciation grant.' 'It's such an honor, there's so many amazing educators in the district and at Fowler and so that I was nominated and selected. I just feel so honored,' Meagan DuFour said. 'Can we borrow you for a minute?' 'Say cheese!' 'I'm here to surprise you. I'm with the WFISD Foundation, and on behalf of the foundation and our generous donors, Mrs. Grisel and her husband you have been awarded the teacher appreciation grant of $500, here's your massive check, I just appreciate you so much.' 'I just never thought this would ever be given to me and I'm very thankful and gracious and its a great gift,' Skylar Bavousett said. 'We wanted to do something for our teachers, to let them know how much we appreciate them. And this was just a small token, a gift that we could give them to show them, that they're important to us,' Susan Grisel said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
