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At Webb Elementary School, talent often shines in unexpected ways. For fourth grader David Garcia, that spark comes alive at the piano. A student in the Alternative Curriculum Program, David has discovered a passion for music that is inspiring teachers, classmates, and his family. Though typically shy, David brightens when he performs.聽 鈥淒avid is honestly…
Leah Mokiao among top 2% of student artists in Texas Sometimes a piece of art doesn鈥檛 just show a moment 鈥 it reflects something deeper. For Martin High School senior Leah Mokiao, that feeling came to life in her piece 鈥淐omfortably Numb,鈥 a portrait that has now earned one of the highest honors in Texas…
Lamar High School Principal Lesley Maroney got a big surprise when she walked into a classroom earlier this week. Representatives from the Big 12 Conference and the College Football Playoff Foundation were waiting for her inside with a big $12,000 check for the school. The look of excitement on Maroney鈥檚 face was priceless. 鈥淲e want…
What began as a middle school activity has now taken Martin High School senior Kerragan Johnson around the world. Johnson first discovered her love for track and field in the sixth grade 鈥 a love that quickly turned into a passion and years of dedication, discipline, and determination.聽 Born with a limb difference, Johnson has…
Preston Nguyen is now a two-time world champion. The Martin High School grad won the 2025 World Chef Championship at the World Food Championships last month, repeating his first victory in 2021. 鈥淚t鈥檚 incredibly humbling,鈥 Nguyen said. 鈥淲inning again just reminds me that hard work, creativity, and the people who believed in me really do…
What began as a shared vision to inspire the next generation of automotive professionals has evolved into a partnership that continues to make a lasting impact on 精东影业 ISD students.聽 This school year marks the third and final year of the collaboration between Ford Motor Company, the Dallas Cowboys and the Automotive Technology program at…
Two ceremonies. Two pathways. One incredible achievement. More than 200 精东影业 ISD students were honored this month in two inspiring ceremonies at the district鈥檚 Center for Visual and Performing Arts. Though their journeys were different, their accomplishment was the same 鈥 earning the prestigious Global Seal of Biliteracy. The Global聽Seal聽of聽Biliteracy is an international credential that…
Four students from Martin High School have been recognized as some of the nation鈥檚 top academic performers. Seniors Sophia Miner, William Reid, John Robertson, and Julia Tran have been named Semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.聽 The honor puts them among the top 1% of high school seniors nationwide. More than 1.3 million…
Walking with purpose Eight 精东影业 ISD students took a walk in downtown 精东影业 last week. Each had a white cane that helped them find their way to Levitt Pavilion, where they ate lunch and met Mayor Jim Ross. With guidance and support from 精东影业 ISD specialists and City of 精东影业 staff, the students 鈥 who…
Explore 精东影业 ISD What鈥檚 there to explore at Explore 精东影业 ISD tomorrow? That鈥檚 not an easy question 鈥 because there鈥檚 a lot to see. 精东影业 ISD offers specialized learning opportunities to match every student鈥檚 interests, passions and goals. Whether you鈥檙e a parent or a student, this event is your chance to learn first-hand about programs…