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Forney ISD releases statement on racist video circulating social media
FORNEY, Texas — Forney ISD officials revealed today that they are aware of a video circulating social media of students taking part in underage drinking that has been deemed racists.
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UIL releases guidelines for summer strength and conditioning and marching band practices, may begin June 8
FORNEY, Texas — Yesterday, as restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic begin to be lifted across the state, the University Interscholastic League (UIL) released requirements and guidelines for summer strength and conditioning and marching band practices, which may begin June 8, 2020.
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Terrell ISD, community celebrate military-bound seniors unable to attend graduation
TERRELL, Texas — The Terrell Independent School District and Terrell community came together to celebrate two military-bound seniors who would be unable to attend graduation ceremonies due to their scheduled leave for basic training.
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Construction underway at site of Tony Jackson Middle School and Tim Rhodes Intermediate School
FORNEY, Texas — Construction is underway at the site of Forney Independent School District's (ISD) new Tony Jackson Middle School and Tim Rhodes Intermediate School northwest of Ranch Road and Farm-to-Market (FM) 740.
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Community vehicle parade celebrating Class of 2020 to be held May 17 in Windmill Farms
FORNEY, Texas — A community vehicle parade celebrating the Class of 2020 will be held on May 17, 2020, from 4p.m. until 6 p.m., in Windmill Farms.
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Kemp ISD Superintendent resigns
KEMP, Texas — The Kemp Independent School District board of trustees have called a special meeting tonight to accept the resignation of their superintendent.
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Forney ISD AFJROTC program selected to receive the Air Force JROTC Distinguished Unit Award
FORNEY, Texas (Forney Independent School District) — The Forney ISD Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) was recently notified that it has been has been selected as one of 387 units to receive the 2019-2020 Air Force JROTC Distinguished Unit Award. This is the 6th year in a row that the District’s AFJROTC unit (Unit TX-20081) has earned the award. The award recognizes Air Force JROTC units that have performed well above and beyond normal expectations and that have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to their school and community, while meeting the Air Force JROTC citizen development mission for America.
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Forney ISD announces Class of 2020 graduation plans at Globe Life Field
FORNEY, Texas — Forney Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Justin Terry was live from Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, to announce additional Class of 2020 graduation plans.
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Forney ISD high school musicals and cast members receive recognition from the Dallas Summer Musical Organization
FORNEY, Texas (Press Release, Forney Independent School District) — The Forney High School and North Forney High School theatre departments were recently recognized by the Dallas Summer Musical (DSM) organization with their 9th Annual High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA). The non-profit organization recognized Forney High School theatre for their production of Seussical and North Forney High School for their production of Sweeny Todd.
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Terrell ISD names Tonya Tillman Assistant Superintendent for Business and Support Services
TERRELL, Texas (Press Release, Terrell Independent School District) — Terrell Independent School District is excited to announce Ms. Tonya Tillman as the new Assistant Superintendent for Business & Support Services. Tillman joins TISD from Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, where she has served as the Associate Superintendent for Business Services since 2016.
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Terrell ISD names Dr. Melanie Magee Deputy Superintendent of Leading and Learning
TERRELL, Texas (Press Release, Terrell Independent School District) — Terrell Independent School District is excited to announce Dr. Melanie Magee as the new Deputy Superintendent of Leading and Learning. Magee joins TISD from McKinney ISD, where she has served as the Senior Director of Curriculum and Instruction since 2016.
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Forney ISD announces 2019-20 Teachers of the Year
FORNEY, Texas (Forney Independent School District) — Classes may be a little different these days with Forney ISD teachers working virtually with their students, but the District's outstanding teachers are still working hard to make sure their students continue to get the education and attention they deserve.
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