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Grad Works Toward Platform for Social Change

Chase Greer (left) and his mom (right)

2019-08-13

Attending TTU K-12 gave Chase the flexibility he needed to complete his high school education while pursuing acting.

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Bellevue Student Earns TACS/TTU K-12 Scholarship

Trey Terry

2019-05-20

Trey Terry, a senior at Bellevue High School, will attend Texas Tech University, paid for in part, with a scholarship from TTU K-12.

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TTU K-12 Student Qualifies for Prestigious PSAT National Hispanic Recognition

Lauren Duensing

2019-05-06
Meet Lauren, who is preparing for college and collecting academic achievements.

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Program Inspires International Student's Global Understanding

Flávia Brady

2019-02-20
Flávia Brady is by no means a typical teenager. But pursuing high school diplomas in two languages and cultures isn't all that makes her notable.

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Brothers Thrive with Travel and Coursework Through TTU K-12

Travis and Wesley Vinson

2019-02-06
The Vinsons chose TTU K-12 for their sons as an answer to an overcrowded public school. See how the boys are flourishing in Texas Tech elementary and middle schools.

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First Class of National Honor Society Members Inducted in Raiderland Chapter

National Honor Society

2019-01-24
Texas Tech High School welcomed 13 students into its new National Honor Society chapter.

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TTU K-12 Gives Elementary Student Freedom to Pursue Other Activities

Tenlee Nyman

2018-11-14
When Tenlee Nyman was approaching school age, her parents discussed all of the options, including public school and private school. Find out why Kelly and Eric decided on TTU K-12.

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Dancer has More Time in the Footlights with TTU K-12

Rachel Koerner

2018-10-05
When invited to study with the Houston Ballet Academy, Rachel Koerner knew she would need a whole different way to attend school.

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TTU K-12 Represented in Porsche GT3 Cup Brasil Competition

Guilherme Reischl's car representing TTU K-12 in the Porsche GT3 Cup Brasil.

2018-09-20
TTU K-12 represented in Porsche GT3 Cup Brasil competition.

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Jesse Plemons Nominated for Emmy

Jesse Plemons

2018-09-16
TTU K-12 alumnus Jesse Plemons nominated for second Emmy.

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Mohana Krishnan

Mohana Krishnan

2018-09-14
Mohana Krishnan has finished shooting the second season of Nickelodeon's “I Am Frankie.” Read how TTU K-12 gives her the freedom to chase her dream.

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Brister Brothers

Brister Brothers

2018-08-03
These middle School brothers are lifelong TTU K-12 students, allowing them freedom to achieve excellence in academics and other pursuits.

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Connor Bright

2018-07-20
Being part of a military family can present educational challenges. TTU K-12 became Connor's solution to the academic puzzle.

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Katye

Katye

2018-07-06
TTU K-12 becomes solution for school bullying.

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The Gonzales Twins

Daniel GonzalesJoshua Gonzales

2018-06-22
Texas twins Daniel and Joshua Gonzales moved to Mexico at age 11 with their missionary parents, and the schools – both public and private – weren't an option for the boys. Now the young men are TTU K-12 graduates and students at Texas Tech University.

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Austin Chatfield

Austin Chatfield

2018-06-08
Eighth-grader tirelessly works to perfect his skills to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Taking courses through TTU K-12 Middle School allows him more time to practice and perform.

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Karyme Renteria

Karyme Renteria

2018-05-23
First-generation college student receives TACS/TTU K-12 Scholarship.

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Bruno Helmer

Bruno Helmer

2018-05-18
Bruno Helmer, a TTU K-12 alumnus, is graduating from Texas Tech University.

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Ryan Almusawi

Ryan Almusawi

2018-04-30
Ryan Almusawi, a TTU K-12 senior, started a nonprofit in the sixth grade. He found it challenging to balance high school with running his charitable organization. TTU K-12 courses gave him the freedom to take extra courses to really stand out for college admissions.

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Presley Duyck

Presley Duyck

2018-04-06
Broadway-bound student, Presley Duyck, owes much to TTU K-12.

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Christopher Chapman

Christopher Chapman

2018-03-08
Christopher Chapman is earning his Doctorate of Pharmacy degree at Idaho State University, by way of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the Texas cities of Houston and Midland — and TTU K-12.

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Brazil and Business

Brazil and Business

2017-11-20
Former TTU K-12 students from Brazil participate in the Rawls College of Business Red Raider Startup event.

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TRIBE II

Alexander family

2017-10-20
Continue reading about the adventures of the Alexander family and how TTU K-12 keeps them on the move.

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TRIBE

Alexander family

2017-10-09
TTU K-12 allows a family of five to sail the world, meet the Reindeer People and walk the Great Wall.

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Making A Difference Through Music

Madison McWilliams

2017-09-15
TTU K-12 student, Madison McWilliams, is quickly rising through the world of pop music.

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Singapore Student Receives Scholarship

Lynn Chan

2017-09-15
TTU K-12 student makes a big move to come study at Texas Tech University.

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Helping students affected by Hurricane Harvey

Texas Tech University K-12

2017-09-05
TTU K-12 to help students affected by Hurricane Harvey.

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From TTUISD to Tinseltown

Jesse Plemons

2017-08-25
Jesse Plemons sits down with us to catch up on life since TTUISD.

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Taekwondo and TTUISD

 Rianna Decker

2017-08-08
Elementary student, Rianna Decker, places in the U.S. Taekwondo Championships while taking online classes.

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Test Anxiety

Jerry Jerabek

2017-06-27
TTUISD math teacher, Jerry Jerabek, is helping students overcome test anxiety, one tip at a time.

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Atlee Daniel

Atlee Daniel

2017-06-01
TTUISD senior attending the Oberlin Conservatory of music this fall.

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Johnathan Wu

Johnathan Wu

2017-06-01
Johnathan Wu was recognized by the National Young Arts Foundation in the spring of 2017, a rare and distinguished honor.

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Florencia Paez

Florencia Paez

2017-05-19
TTUISD student wins Youth America Grand Prix scholarship to study ballet in Germany.

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Mohana Krishnan

Mohana Krishnan

2017-05-02
Mohana Krishnan is a 15 year-old TTUISD student who has sought out a flexible, self-paced curriculum, in order to focus on a full-time acting career.

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Guilherme Reischl

Guilherme Reischl

2017-04-24
Guilherme Reischl, founder of Liberty Education, shares his vision for the changes that TTUISD can make for students in his country.

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Tammy Edmonson

Tammy Edmonson

2017-04-17
TTUISD teacher shares how her position in a brick-and-mortar school district has affected her outlook on online education.

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Mark Dotson: Coach, Teacher and Inspiration

Mark Dotson

2017-04-03
TTUISD physical education teacher continues to teach part-time into retirement.

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Self-Discipline and Flexibility: Emma Nicholas' Experience

Emma Nicholas

2017-02-27
Emma Nicholas not only runs her own business, but is also a model and a full time student – and she hasn't even started high school.

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Vice Provost Shares Thoughts on Online Learning

Dr. Melanie Hart

2017-01-30
Vice provost Dr. Melanie Hart explains the unique opportunities of being a part of the online learning community.

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TTUISD Senior Director of Academics Retires

Ethel Russell

2016-12-21
Teacher, educator, mentor and friend:
Ethel Russell leaves a legacy for this district.

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Kelsey Linnartz: Part Two

Kelsey Linnartz

2016-12-06
Student wrestles with and overcomes learning disability.

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Kelsey Linnartz: Part One

Kelsey Linnartz

2016-11-30
TTUISD offers flexibility for the Linnartz family to spend more time experiencing Europe while they are living abroad.

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Student Attributes Much of His Academic Success to TTUISD

Anil Shanker

2016-11-16
Anil Shanker and his parents attribute much of his success to Texas Tech University Independent School District and all it has done to help him develop academically.

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TTUISD Employee Receives Matador Award

Caitlyn English

2016-10-19
Caitlyn English, Texas Tech University Independent School District's coordinator of international partnerships is this year's Matador Award winner.

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Heartlight Ministries

Heartlight Ministries

2016-10-12
Heartlight Ministries is a residential counseling center for teenagers. Not long after starting the ministry in 1988, they implemented an educational component to the program.

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TTUISD Graduate to Work at Olympic Games

Pedro Chediak

2016-08-04
Meet Pedro Chediak, 18-year old TTUISD graduate selected to work at the International Relations and Protocol Center during the Olympic games.

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Talented Musician Pursues Dream in Symphony Orchestra

Natalie Smith

2016-03-25
Meet Natalie Smith. Growing up in a family actively involved in the arts, 16-year-old Natalie Smith knew exactly what she wanted her future to be.

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Meet the Student: Kylie Hutcherson

Kylie Hutcherson

2016-03-17
Meet Kylie Hutcherson, a Lubbock native who began attending TTUISD in the summer of 2015 and recently graduated from the program this past January.

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Student Violinist Performs on NPR Program “From the Top”

Fiona Shea

2016-03-08
Fiona Shea, a 16-year-old TTUISD student, had the opportunity of a lifetime when she was chosen to perform at the recording of National Public Radio's (NPR) syndicated radio program, “From the Top”.

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TTU Student Receives Scholarship from TTUISD and TACS

Jameson Dowell

2016-02-11
Texas Tech University Independent School District (TTUISD) in collaboration with Texas Association of Community Schools (TACS) recently awarded Jameson Dowell a $1,000 scholarship to Texas Tech University.

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Instructor Brings Passion for the Arts to TTUISD

Rachel Wall

2016-02-05
Meet TTUISD Art instructor, Rachel Wall! Rachel is a new addition to the TTUISD program and brings experience and a passion for the arts to her students.

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TTUISD: A Family Affair

Williams Family

2016-01-28
The Williams family has been a part of TTUISD since August of 2011, when they moved abroad due to work relocation, and has been able to enjoy traveling to and experiencing different countries while keeping up with their studies.

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Aspiring Mathematician to Graduate TTUISD at 12 Years Old

Jeremy Shuler

2015-11-30
At just 12 years old, Jeremy Shuler will graduate high school and set out to accomplish his dream of attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology or Harvard University to study mathematics.

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