Garland ISD students posted gains in four of five tested subjects on this spring's State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness end-of-course exams, according to results released by the Texas Education Agency. The exams measure student performance in Algebra I,...
Wylie residents know about the good-natured rivalry between Wylie East and Wylie High School, but a love for theatre brought the two schools together last week. Summer on Stage, a weeklong theatre camp from June 11-15, was held at Wylie High School. The two high...
Art classes at Sewell Elementary will involve a bit of baking in the 2018-’19 school year. Though no traditional ovens will be involved, students will have the opportunity to complete their pottery projects the professional way by using a kiln. Thanks to the efforts...
Ten students from Sachse High School were invited, and celebrated, along with other GISD students, at a special luncheon last week. Garland Independent School District honored 72 students at the Senior Summit Luncheon Wednesday, May 30 at the Curtis Culwell Center in...
Criminals have been put on notice thanks to the efforts of Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner and the North Texas Criminal Interdiction Unit. In late 2017, seven sheriffs from Collin, Grayson, Hunt, Parker, Tarrant, Wise and Rockwall counties formed a plan to work...
Champions were recognized and talent was showcased during the yearly Sachse football spring game. The varsity and junior varsity teams suited up in game day jerseys on Tuesday, May 29. The offense wore orange and defense put on the white tops. The quarterbacks wore...
Summer is almost here! Now the kids are out of school patiently waiting for parents to plan an adventure or two. Depending on interests, a quick search online offers so many options available it’s hard to know where to begin. If you are looking to plan a vacation that...
Accessory buildings on one acre lots and portables were discussed at length by members of the Sachse City Council during the May 21 Workshop at Sachse City Hall. Community Development Director Dusty McAfee was on hand to answer questions and give guidance regarding...
It’s not everyday someone from a small town like Wylie gets noticed by a Nobel Peace Prize winner. Freshman Christian Johnson was nominated to attend the National Academy of Future Science and Technology Congress, a membership organization chartered in 2014 to inspire...
