Falling through the cracks: Hays CISD struggles to support bilingual, special ed students

Buda, Kyle

Anna.Herod on February 1, 2017

Concerns are rising within Hays CISD after results from a Texas Education Association (TEA) audit showed the district is dropping the ball when it comes to supporting and instructing bilingual and special education (SPED) students.

Hays CISD District 4 Trustee Merideth Keller said district administrators must change their approach to academic management or the district will likely become the Texas Legislature’s “poster child” for charter school vouchers.

Hays CISD is in...

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UHLAND — Hays CISD has taken the famous “deck the halls” saying even further by transforming a school bus into a real-life version of “The Polar Expre...

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Hays CISD teachers selected for Teacher Spotlight Award

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Kyle VFW accepts band instrument donations for Hays CISD students

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Hays CISD to deliver holiday joy with Angel Tree Project

KYLE — Many may not know that, just like himself, Santa has helpers that work year-round. Every September, when children are starting the school year...

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Hays CISD discusses final 2025-26 zoning map, considers May bond

KYLE — The final attendance zone map recommendation regarding the 2025-26 school year and future opening of Ramage Elementary School was presented to ...

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Kyle man arrested for possession of psychedelic drugs

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December 11, 2024

KYLE – Erich Spannhake, 38, of Kyle, was arrested Friday, Dec. 6 on multiple drug charges, including possession of approximately 14 pounds of psychede...

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November 2024 Election Coverage

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These are the unofficial Nov. 5 election results as of 11:13 p.m, with all 58 polling locations reporting. Results will remain unofficial until canvas...

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Judge Neidhardt accused of using public resources for campaigning

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October 28, 2024

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Residents file lawsuit against Hays County for Proposition A on ballot

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SAN MARCOS — Four Hays County property owners have filed a lawsuit against the Hays County Commissioners Court regarding the almost $440 million road ...

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Kyle Police arrests Texas State University students in theft of Halloween decorations

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October 25, 2024

KYLE – Ten Texas State University students were apprehended early Friday, Oct. 25 following a report of stolen Halloween decorations on Hometown Parkw...

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