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FROMKRISTINA: September is nally here and although it may look dierent, the 2020-2021 academic year is ocially underway. In addition to our Education section, take a peek at a hyperlocal analysis on how the PPP loans have made an impact on this community on Page 21. Don’t forget to stay up-to-date on what’s open and coming soon with our Impacts on Page 6. Kristina Shackelford, ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER
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FROMMATT: The Heights-River Oaks-Montrose area enjoys great public schools but that is not the case for some parts of the district. It is going to take an all-in approach to make sure all of Houston ISD’s schools and students have the best chance for success, especially as COVID-19 has made inequalities starkly apparent, district leaders and community members told us for our lead story. Matt Dulin, SENIOR EDITOR
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