Burnet CISD keeps face coverings optional, looks at rising enrollment, approves tax rate
No face coverings will be required for students and staff in the Burnet Consolidated Independent…
School Information
As district officials, teachers, staff, parents, and students prepare for the first day of school, questions and concerns remain. In an effort to keep people informed and address some of these questions as classes resume during the COVID-19 pandemic, DailyTrib.com will write about the current issues amid a changing situation.
This year’s Back-to-School online section will have articles and other information in one spot and easily accessible to readers. We understand that things can change from day to day regarding students going back to school during a pandemic, so we’ll work to keep the information and articles up to date.
Parents on both sides of Marble Falls ISD mask mandate speak out
A group of seven upset parents showed up at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, at…
MFISD approves temporary mask mandate
Beginning Sept. 1, students, faculty, and staff in the Marble Falls Independent School District will…
Burnet CISD sets newly required election for state-mandated ‘Robin Hood’ payments
The Burnet Consolidated Independent School District must ask voters to head to the polls in…
TTU-Highland Lakes offers one-day classes for learners 50 and older
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Texas Tech University at Highland Lakes announced its lineup…
MFISD celebrates Cord Woerner’s career
Cord Woerner received the Superintendent’s Award on Monday, Aug. 23, for his 17 years of…
In wake of elementary school closing, districts keep close eye on COVID-19 cases
With rising COVID-19 cases locally, school districts are moving forward cautiously, especially after the recent…
Live Oak Leadership Academy focused on project-based learning, collaboration
With 25 years in public education, including a stint as a superintendent, Amy Jacobs saw…
Highland Lakes Elementary temporarily closes due to COVID-19 cases
Highland Lakes Elementary School in Granite Shoals will close temporarily through at least Friday, Aug….
Marble Falls school board adopts 2021-22 tax rate and amends budget
The Marble Falls Independent School District adopted a tax rate of $1.1184 per $100 property…
Marble Falls High School to show off renovations at ribbon cutting Aug. 27
The community is invited to explore new and improved sections of Marble Falls High School,…
Highlandettes hosting dance clinic for kids
The award-winning Burnet High School Highlandettes drill team wants to help kids ages 4-12 experience…
First day of school a success in Burnet and Marble Falls
The morning of Wednesday, Aug. 18, began on a school bus for Burnet Consolidated Independent…
PEC employees help with back-to-school
Pedernales Electric Cooperative employees donated school supplies to help make sure students got off to…
SLOW DOWN: School starts Aug. 18
Classes begin for students in the Marble Falls and Burnet school districts on Wednesday, Aug….
Burnet CISD releases COVID-19 plan
The in-person instruction and continuity of service plan for Burnet Consolidated Independent School District was…
Burnet CISD holds annual Back to School Breakfast and Vendor Extravaganza
Burnet Consolidated Independent School District employees packed the halls and cafeteria of Burnet High School…
Marble Falls ISD passes resolution urging visitors to wear masks, updates health plan
Marble Falls Independent School District took its own stand against COVID-19 while staying within the…
COVID-19 vaccinations Aug. 9-10 at Marble Falls hospital for students and parents
Free COVID-19 vaccinations are Monday-Tuesday, Aug. 9-10, for students ages 12 and older and their…
All in-person school year begins this month
Editor’s Note: This story was printed in the August issue of The Picayune Magazine. TEA issued…
Burnet CISD lands perfect financial rating
The Texas Education Agency gave its top financial rating to the Burnet Consolidated Independent School…
New TEA guideline: Contact tracing for COVID-19 no longer required in schools
Contact tracing will not be required in school districts this year, according to new guidelines…
Program provides training for budding medical professionals in rural areas
Adults interested in pursuing medical careers but who have limited resources can apply to the…
State sales tax holiday is Aug. 6-8
Families getting ready for classes to start can save money on clothes and school supplies…