Dara Brazille: Growing Curiosity, Shaping Futures 

Dara Brazille: Growing Curiosity, Shaping Futures 

Mar 24, 2026

ETR Staff Report Dara Brazile is the Academic Dean and IB PYP Coordinator at East Texas Montessori Primary Academy, ETMPA.  She has 35 years in education, including four years leading the IB PYP program.   Instructional Priorities Her current focus is ensuring every classroom reflects Montessori principles while meeting state standards. With teachers at various stages of Montessori

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Red Cross Giving Day: Support Families When Help Can’t Wait

Red Cross Giving Day: Support Families When Help Can’t Wait

Mar 23, 2026

ETR Staff Report “When emergencies happen, it’s the generosity of this community that allows the Red Cross to respond quickly with care and support.” Karen Holt, Executive Director, American Red Cross East Texas Chapter TYLER, Texas, March 23, 2026 — Red Cross Giving Day

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 Kilgore College announces president finalists

 Kilgore College announces president finalists

Mar 18, 2026

ETR Staff Report “The Kilgore College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that we have selected two finalists for the president of Kilgore College,” said Josh Edmonson, KC Board president. “We would like to thank the entire college community for your continued interest and support in the process to identify our

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Hattaway to fill KC unexpired term

Hattaway to fill KC unexpired term

Mar 18, 2026

ETR Staff Report Jennifer Hattaway has been appointed to fill the unexpired term of Lon Ford on the Kilgore College Board of Trustees. Hattaway was sworn in during the board’s special meeting on March 16. She will represent the Central Zone (KISD), Unit

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Foster Middle School excels at Region VII Model UN competition 

Foster Middle School excels at Region VII Model UN competition 

Mar 13, 2026

Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi Foster Middle School students demonstrated the power of preparation, collaboration, and global awareness at the recent Region VII Model United Nations competition held at Stephen F. Austin State University.  Representing five countries and competing against schools from across the region, Foster brought 29 delegates

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SPRING BREAK IS HERE

SPRING BREAK IS HERE

Mar 9, 2026

Longview library slates activities for children and their families ETR Staff Report Spring Break week will run March 9 to March 14. The Longview library is offering spring break activities for students. You do not have to stay bored at home. Check out

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CTC Health Science Students Train for Real-World Careers

CTC Health Science Students Train for Real-World Careers

Mar 5, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Students in the Health Science program at the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center (CTC) are gaining real-world experience through immersive, hands-on training designed to prepare them for in demand healthcare careers. “Our Health Science program provides

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Tyler ISD CTC Marks 10 Years of Impact and Innovation

Tyler ISD CTC Marks 10 Years of Impact and Innovation

Mar 2, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Today, Tyler ISD proudly celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the Career & Technology Center (CTC), marking a decade of innovation, hands-on learning, and workforce readiness for students across the district. Community members, business partners, district leaders, and

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Tyler ISD Campuses Wrap-Up Black History Month Celebrations

Tyler ISD Campuses Wrap-Up Black History Month Celebrations

Mar 2, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Throughout February, Tyler ISD campuses have hosted meaningful events to honor the legacy, culture, and contributions of Black Americans. Among the highlights was a vibrant program at Jones Elementary School that celebrated Jazz culture through the perspective

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HURRIED CHILD SYNDROME

HURRIED CHILD SYNDROME

Feb 27, 2026

When busy becomes too much: The story of overbooked kids BY JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI It’s 6:45 p.m. on a Tuesday, and the Johnson family minivan pulls into the driveway. Inside are two exhausted kids, one with a cello case and the other clutching a

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