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Student News Now: Austin ISD closes middle school; Microplastics are polluting Texas waterways; Austin finishes tallest building
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk Tom Miller , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The school's performance had been a concern, with low accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency.
The Austin Independent School District has decided to close Paredes Middle School. This decision was made after district leaders found that academic growth had not improved over the past year. The school's performance had been a concern, with low accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency.
Further information about the closure and its implications can be found through the district or news sources like KXAN. Details about the closure and what it means for students and the community are available from the Austin Independent School District and local news outlets.
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Category: schools Published: July 30, 2026 Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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