Laredo Independent School District and United Independent School District have both earned A ratings from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) in the 2026 accountability system, placing the two South Texas districts among the state’s strongest performers. For Youth Rise Texas … Read the rest
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Spring ISD Avoids State Takeover After Dekaney High School Raises Its Rating From F to C
Spring Independent School District has avoided a potential state takeover after Dekaney High School improved its Texas accountability rating from an F to a C for the 2025–26 school year, ending a four-year stretch of failing ratings that had … Read the rest
Texas Students Receive National Recognition Through SkillsUSA Championships
Career and technical education continues to transform how students prepare for college, careers, and community leadership. Across Texas, thousands of young people are developing practical skills in engineering, healthcare, information technology, construction, manufacturing, public safety, and skilled trades while also … Read the rest
Growing Demand for Youth Sports Is Driving New Conversations About Access and Affordability
Youth sports remain one of the strongest environments for helping children develop confidence, resilience, teamwork, and leadership. Across the United States, participation has rebounded after the pandemic, with the Aspen Institute’s Project Play initiative reporting that 58% of children now … Read the rest
Houston Chronicle Community All-Star Award Highlights the Lasting Impact of Student Leadership
The Houston Chronicle Community All-Star Award continues to spotlight student-athletes whose influence extends far beyond competition. The 2025–26 honorees, Bradon Douglas of Royal High School and Kayli Heine of West Fork High School, represent a generation of students shaping their … Read the rest
How Community Sports Camps Are Building the Next Generation of Leaders
Across the United States, community sports camps are becoming much more than seasonal athletic programs. They are creating opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills, build confidence, strengthen relationships, and gain valuable mentorship from coaches, volunteers, and professional athletes.… Read the rest
Athlete Mentorship in Action: What Youth Can Learn From Community Sports Camps
Youth sports camps have long served as places where young athletes can improve their skills, stay active, and enjoy competition. In recent years, many camps have evolved into something much more significant. Across the United States, professional athletes, college players, … Read the rest