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• Doctor: Routine vaccinations for Valley children decreased amid pandemic Play Video

  May 18, 2020 7:38 PM

  Gov. Greg Abbott announced summer school classes can be held beginning June 1. Texas requires students get certain vaccinations, but at least one doctor has noticed a change among patients. Before the coronavirus pandemic a visit to the doctor's office wouldn't typically spark fear in a parent, but... more »

• Nonprofit launches homeschooling website to assist parents, students amid pandemic Play Video

  April 6, 2020 7:24 PM

  WESLACO – Another week of learning from home begins this Monday as Texas schools remain closed under order of the governor. At first, school districts across the Rio Grande Valley issued extended spring breaks, but now many have transitioned to remote learning, closing their doors for the remaining of... more »

• Low-income Valley students face hurdle completing schoolwork without internet access Play Video

  March 24, 2020 7:04 PM

  MERCEDES – Families across the Rio Grande Valley are experiencing a rare occurrence of having their children at home instead of the classroom. Schools in the Valley remain closed to comply with a statewide order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Students are trying to adjust to do all... more »

• Police chief explains protocol in assessing threats made to Valley schools Play Video

  February 11, 2020 6:32 PM

  EDINBURG – Threats caused some tense moments for at least four Rio Grande Valley schools. Some of the protocols followed when handling a threat made to a school come from Senate Bill 11. The Texas Legislature passed it in 2019 and it states each district must establish a threat... more »

• Brownsville students, teachers honor fallen soldier Play Video

  January 23, 2020 6:36 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Brownsville students turned out to pay tribute to Spc. Miguel A. Villalon. Streets lined with children, banners reading "Brownsville’s hero" and "Americas finest", just a few of the many posters created by students to thank Villalon for his sacrifice. When Angelica Villarreal's students at Perez Elementary... more »

• Valley Schools Taking Measures to Prevent Spread of Flu Virus Play Video

  January 6, 2020 6:24 PM

  HARLINGEN - Doctors and school districts across the country are alerting on what's shaping up to be one of the worst flu seasons in decades. Doctors are urging everyone to get the flu shot and most schools are taking extra steps to disinfect and protect from the flu. ... more »

• 2020 Census Initiatives Begin Across the Valley Play Video

  November 18, 2019 10:28 PM

  WESLACO – The 2020 Census initiatives have already begun in the Rio Grande Valley and there are some facts you need to be aware of so you can get counted. Officials describe Valley people as under counted and scared when it comes to census participation, something Abraham Diaz says... more »

• Residents Upset Over Lack of Sidewalks to San Juan Schools Play Video

  October 8, 2019 5:28 PM

  SAN JUAN – Residents near two schools in San Juan are worried for their children's safety. They say there are no sidewalks and there’s heavy traffic on the way to Sorrenson Elementary and Austin Middle School. CHANNEL 5 NEWS was there nearly a year ago for the same... more »

• Hidalgo ISD Appealing Grade Received by TEA Play Video

  August 28, 2019 11:13 PM

  HIDALGO – The new school year just started, but the grades are already in, at least for the staff. State education leaders are grading schools individually this year and it can have a districtwide effect. The Texas Education Agency dropped Hidalgo Independent School District from an "A" grade... more »

• Students at Brownsville ISD Dealing with Changes in New School Year Play Video

  August 27, 2019 5:49 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Almost two weeks into the school year and some students at Brownsville Independent School District are still dealing with some changes. Back in May, the district approved the closure of three elementary schools. Maria Crouch says her 8-year-old son started third grade at Perez Elementary less... more »

• Schools Closures Announced for June 25

  June 25, 2019 6:04 AM

  School districts are cancelling several summer school classes and summer programs after Monday night’s heavy rain. LA FERIA ISD All activities for students are cancelled; activities will resume Wednesday. Staff to report at 10 a.m. MERCEDES ISD All summer program are cancelled. Main... more »

• Edinburg Voters to Decide on $220M Bond for School District Play Video

  May 1, 2019 10:09 PM

  EDINBURG – Voters will be heading to the polls this weekend. In Edinburg, voters will decide on a $220 million bond issuance for the city’s school district, which would mean a 4 cent tax increase for Edinburg property owners. This bond is causing debate among residents. Some... more »

• School District near Border Taking Precautions to Protect Students Play Video

  April 15, 2019 6:17 PM

  SANTA MARIA – A local school district is taking precautions because of their school's proximity to the border. Last week, immigrants hiding from federal agents ran unto school grounds at Hidalgo High School. KRGV’s Frank McCaffrey spoke with a resident who lives less than a mile from the... more »

• Lawsuit Filed amid Battle over $220 Million Bond in Edinburg Play Video

  April 4, 2019 9:50 PM

  UPDATE (4/5): A judge ruled in the favor of Edinburg CISD. On Thursday, an Edinburg resident took the district to court over the advertisement of a multi-million dollar bond and claimed the school used taxpayer money to push a political issue. The judge found no violation. -----... more »

• HCISD Confirms No Threats to Harlingen High Schools

  February 4, 2019 10:21 AM

  HARLINGEN – Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District has been working with the Harlingen Police Department to address threats made Sunday evening. Brianna Vela, marketing coordinator for HCISD, tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS the students who were involved have been identified and appropriate actions have been taken. Law enforcement has... more »

• Valley School Districts Experiencing Decrease in Enrollment Play Video

  September 6, 2018 9:52 PM

  MCALLEN – School districts across the Rio Grande Valley are trying to keep students from leaving. CHANNEL 5 NEWS analyzed enrollment at all school districts in the Region 1. This region includes seven counties – Webb, Zapata, Starr, Hidalgo, Willacy, Jim Hogg and Cameron. Out of all the public... more »