ECISD Approves New Coaching, Administrative Hires; Other Positions Pending

June 25, 2025

Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees approved two key personnel appointments during its meeting last night, while several other positions were discussed without recommendations at this time. Following a closed executive session,…

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RGV native leads the charge for STC’s new Dental Hygiene program

June 19, 2025

Photo above: With more than 20 years of experience in dentistry, one of STC’s newest faculty members, Janis Lopez, is leading a groundbreaking effort to bring Hidalgo County its first-ever Dental Hygiene program. Photo courtesy STC. Selene Rodriguez, STC Communications With…

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STC earns national distinction for affordable online programs

June 16, 2025

Photo above: South Texas College is nationally known for many of its programs and initiatives, and this summer, it has also been named one of the “Most Affordable Schools for Online Associate Degrees” in the nation by OnlineU. Amanda Sotelo, South…

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Dustin M. Sekula Library to Celebrate Global Cultures in Week 2 of Summer Reading Program

June 16, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will continue its 2025 Summer Reading Program, “Color Our World,” with a weeklong celebration of global cultures from June 15 through June 20. The second week of the program…

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Texas high school students’ STAAR scores show gains in STEM fields, struggles in reading and literacy

June 11, 2025

Photo above: A 9th grade student prepares for a pre-test in a program that provides support for students taking the STAAR test at Elsik High School in Houston on April 19, 2018. Credit: Pu Ying Huang for The Texas Tribune By Atirikta…

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ECISD Board Rejects Hiring New ‘Chief Academic Officer’ Position, Approves Review of Super’s Contract

June 10, 2025

Arnoldo Mata EDINBURG TX — The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees rejected Supt. Mario Salinas’ request to hire someone to serve as Chief Academic Officer, a new position not currently in the district’s budget. The action took place during Monday…

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TODAY: Sekula Library to Launch Summer Reading Program with Family Art Fair

June 5, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library will kick off its 2025 Summer Reading Program with a festive family event on Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. The…

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TONIGHT: Edinburg Fire Department to Host Sparky’s Bash to Kick Off Summer Break

June 5, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg Fire Department is inviting families to celebrate the start of summer at “Sparky’s School Is Out Bash,” a free community event set for Thursday, June 5, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at…

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Edinburg Honors 30 Students Committed to Military Academies, Service at Council Meeting

June 4, 2025

Staff Report EDINBURG TX – The Edinburg City Council on Tuesday evening honored 30 graduating high school seniors for their commitment to serve in the United States Armed Forces, including three who earned prestigious appointments to U.S. service academies. During…

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ECISD Board Hires Austin Consultants To Review Gun Incident Response

May 28, 2025

Arnoldo Mata Edinburg TX – The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees agreed to hire an Austin-based consultant firm and a local investigator to work with the district’s legal counsel to review the actions and protocols followed by district staff during…

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