Education
Starting this fall, Round Rock ISD students will be able to pursue associate degrees free of charge through a new partner- ship with Austin Community College. RRISD, ACC partner to offer free associate degrees
to reach higher and achieve more,” Superintendent Hafedh Azaiez said. This pathway to a degree will include the following courses, according to the district: • Advanced Placement • International Baccalaureate • OnRamps • Dual credit • ACC courses The partnership is one of a few recently announced by the district, as it is partnering with Texas State Technical College to expand some of its career and technical education program- ming. This program will allow Cedar Ridge and Stony Point High School students to take dual credit courses in precision manufacturing. “There are so many support systems here at Round Rock ISD. In the long run, even if you have to forfeit the degree, you do have the experience under your belt and you can maybe get a better job offer or something, so it opens doors.” CHRISTINE GIBSON, EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR
What you need to know Through a partnership
announced Feb. 23, students at all RRISD high schools will be able to combine courses taken through the district with those offered at ACC to earn the 42 core credits comprising an associate degree. The program is similar to that offered through the district’s Early College High School. About the program The initiative is similar to that which allowed the district to create its ECHS program in 2016, allowing students to begin working on their college degree while in high school. “By offering free associate degrees alongside their high school diplomas, we’re not only alleviating financial burdens but also empowering our students
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District chips away at hail repairs
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Round Rock ISD in February began just over $2.4 million in repairs, following a September hail storm that caused an estimated $70 million in damage. What you need to know Six RRISD buildings were approved for repair in February, having been identified as in immediate need.
Approved for repair • Brushy Creek Elementary School • Wells Branch Elementary School • Chisholm Trail Middle School • Round Rock High School (multiple buildings) • Round Rock Opportunity Center and central kitchen • Administration buildings
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