🌱 RRISD New Teacher Program + RR Express Players Move To MLB

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Now, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-shower. High: 94 Low: 75.

Here are the top three stories in Round Rock today:

1. Due to massive teacher shortages, Round Rock ISD shared its recent alternative certification program. The program, which allows teaching assistants to become certified to teach at no cost to themselves, began within the last school year. Round Rock ISD pays for the certification and the applicant agrees to work for RRISD for a set amount of time. (KXAN)
2. The Texas Rangers called Round Rock Express players Cole Ragans and Bubba Thompson to the major leagues. They both made their MLB debut on Aug. 4, when the Rangers won 3 to 2 against the White Sox. (KXAN)
3. Round Rock ISD student enrollment has been declining since 2019, causing financial issues. RRISD Superintendent Hafedh Azaiez said, "Although the cost of living and inflation are going up, if we lost enrollment, then we have to function with less money." (Community Impact)

Today in Round Rock:

• Friends Of The Library Moving Sale At Round Rock Public Library (9:00 AM)
• Free Family Mini Photo Sessions At 500 Round Rock W. Drive (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Pocahontas, aka Pokey, is an adorable Shih Tzu Maltese Mix looking for a forever family! View the link to meet Pokey and many more adoptable pets in the Round Rock area. (Round Rock Patch)
• Due to the Friends of the Library Sale, the Round Rock Public Library will not be accepting donations until next week. (Facebook)
• Looking for something to do in your area? View the link to see the best places to go and upcoming events for September! (Community Impact)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!