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Marfa ISD readies for upcoming school year with new superintendent and fresh hope

· Reported by Big Bend Sentinel (Marfa)

Bottom line

Marfa ISD Superintendent Stephen McCanless launched the school year with a new theme and addressed the district's fourth consecutive D rating from the TEA. Board member Teresa Nunez was nominated to reclaim the board president title following Phil Boyd's resignation.

Why it matters in TX-23

This affects Marfa ISD students, staff, and families as the district prepares for the upcoming academic year with 163 enrolled students. Key dates include the first football scrimmage on August 22 and the start of a new early childhood education program.

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