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Dr. Adam McGuire Honored with UT System 2025 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award

Dr. Adam McGuire, an associate professor of psychology at The University of Texas at Tyler, has been named one of the 12 recipients of the prestigious UT System 2025 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award. “The Board of Regents is proud to recognize these educators for their dedication to the core values of teaching excellence and student […]

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS,RAISING STANDARDS

Superintendent Sheppard reflects on a year of connection,growth, and excellence By Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com “I want everyone — teachers, principals, parents — to feel their voice matters in decision-making. When we work together, we win together.”Dr. Marla Sheppard, LISD Superintendent. When Dr. Marla Sheppard, Longview Independent School District superintendent arrived in the district a little more […]

Longview ISD names Benjamin Kemper as new Chief of District Safety

Longview, TX – Longview ISD voted to approve the hiring of Benjamin Kemper as the District’s Chief of District Safety, effective November 3, 2025. Chief Kemper joins Longview ISD after nearly twenty-four years with the Longview Police Department, where he most recently served as Assistant Police Chief. Over his career, he has led patrol operations, […]

Kilgore College names Dr. Staci Pollan Martin interim president 

The Kilgore College Board of Trustees voted Oct. 20 to appoint Dr. Staci Pollan Martin as interim president of the college, effective Nov. 1. Martin, who currently serves as KC’s vice president of organizational effectiveness and excellence, will step into the interim role following the transition of Dr. Brenda Kays, who has been named president […]

Tyler Junior College announces a new record for the Fall 2025 enrollment

TJC welcomes the largest fall class in its nearly 100-year history This fall, 12,789 students are enrolled at TJC, reflecting steady growth across academic, workforce, and continuing education programs. The increase highlights TJC’s commitment to providing high-quality, affordable education and training opportunities that meet the needs of East Texas and beyond. “This significant milestone reflects […]

UT Tyler Names Barbara Haas New Provost

“My goal is to support our faculty with an emphasis on teaching excellence so that we continue to deliver an exceptional educational experience for our students.” Dr. Barbara Haas, Provost at The University of Texas at Tyler The University of Texas at Tyler has named Dr. Barbara Haas its new provost, who is the university’s […]

Early College High School Named #1 in East Texas, Among Nation’s Top Schools

Tyler, TX – Early College High School (ECHS) is celebrating its latest recognition by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best high schools in the country and the top-ranked high school in East Texas. On the 2025–2026 Best High Schools list, ECHS earned an impressive overall score of 95.14 out of 100, […]

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐈𝐒𝐃 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬

Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi In keeping with its growing expectations and demands for success from its educators and their students, the Longview Independent School District (LISD) has increased compensation for its teachers and staff. The previously approved raise increases sets the new minimum pay for teachers at $55,000. In addition, the LISD Board of Trustees […]