In The News

Concluding their Distinguished Student Ambassador Program experience in Washington, D.C., ILTexas students spent the second half of their trip exploring diplomacy, national leadership, and higher education through visits to the U.S. Department of State, the Chinese Embassy, the Pentagon, Johns Hopkins University, and Georgetown University. The experiences gave students another firsthand look at how leadership, service, and global engagement extend far beyond the classroom.

From the U.S. Capitol to the FBI Academy, ILTexas students are experiencing leadership, history, national security and trilingual learning firsthand in Washington, D.C. The Distinguished Student Ambassadors Program gives students opportunities to learn beyond the classroom and see where an ILTexas education can take them.

ILTexas is celebrating Freedom Week, Sept. 14–18, by inviting students, staff and families to reflect on the founding principles of our nation. As America marks its 250th anniversary, students will explore the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights while learning about the freedoms and responsibilities of citizenship.

ILTexas College Station K8 and ILTexas Keller K8 have earned Purple Star Campus recognition for their commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. The state designation recognizes schools that provide dedicated resources, transition support and other services for military families.

Four ILTexas high schools—Garland, Katy-Westpark, Keller-Saginaw, and Windmill Lakes-Orem—have earned the prestigious Naval Honor School designation for the 2025–2026 school year, placing their MCJROTC programs among the top 20 percent nationwide.

Welcome back, ILTexas Eagles! We are excited to begin the 2026–2027 school year filled with learning, leadership, and new opportunities. Together, let’s make this an unforgettable year!