Pflugerville ISD

Pflugerville ISD told parents of students at Windermere Elementary on Thursday that a student had been diagnosed with the highly contagious disease. On Friday morning, Austin Public Health said there was no measles case.

Luis Orlando Ruiz Medina says he's proud to represent Texas, the state that became home for his family, and uplift the Hispanic community.

Parents and school board officials said having Spanish interpretation during the ceremonies can change a family's sense of belonging.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said last summer, participating sites served more than 13 million meals statewide. Dozens of schools in Central Texas will be offering free meals starting in late May and early June.

Austin ISD, Eanes ISD, Pflugerville ISD and Round Rock ISD have said keeping schools open during the eclipse is a great educational opportunity for students. One educator is hoping for a festive atmosphere.

Lindsey Surles is one of eight recipients of the Texas Cultural Trust’s First Year Teacher Grants and she is using the funds to defray the cost of a dance-focused tip for her students.

The winning fifth-grader will head to the National Spanish Spelling Bee in El Paso in June. The district has been holding this event for more than a decade.

The superintendent said the district could be in the same position next year if Texas does not increase funding for public schools during the current legislative session.

Pflugerville ISD in the Austin area is looking at shuttering one elementary school to save money, but it’s not the only district considering closures. Declining enrollment and stagnant state funding are leaving many districts with tight budgets and in some cases budget deficits.

The district first announced possible closures in an effort to save money in December. At that time, the district was looking at closing two to three elementary schools.