ETR Staff Report This week, 361 Tyler ISD teachers were surprised with the prestigious TOP (Tyler Optimal Performance) Teacher designation, resulting in $4,365,127 in additional compensation from the state. The designation is part of Tyler ISD’s Approved Local Designation System under the state’s Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), created by House Bill 3 to attract and […]
By Joycelyne Fadojutimi On the Bramlette STEAM Academy, the Bears’ elementary campus filled with energy, laughter, and discovery, the International Baccalaureate (IB) program comes to life in the smallest moments – when a child asks a question, shares an idea, or proudly explains something new they’ve learned. According to Mesha London, learning is not just […]
By Joycelyne Fadojutimi At East Texas Montessori Prep Academy, Liza Salas starts each day surrounded by curiosity in motion. With a master’s degree in educational sciences, Liza chose the International Baccalaureate (IB) program because it reflects her belief in learning that is global, inclusive, and meaningful for every student. In her pre-K and kindergarten classroom, […]
By Amy Pawlak Bullard Independent School District is proud to announce the completion of the new Bullard Middle School campus, a major milestone in the district’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional learning environments for students. District and campus staff welcomed 7th- and 8th- grade students into the new building on January 7, 2026, as the […]
By Jennifer Hines Tyler, TX – Tyler ISD is proud to announce that three outstanding students have been recognized in the Optimum 2025 Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest, marking the second year in a row that Tyler ISD students have earned top placements in this national competition. Pictured: Group Photo at Tyler Legacy Jocelin Aguillón from […]
Story by Jennifer Hines Tyler, TX – When a Tyler ISD senior picks up a welding torch, they’re not just practicing a skill—they’re preparing for a career in one of Texas’ most in-demand industries. For many, that torch leads to a job offer before graduation, dual credit college courses already underway, or an industry certification […]
