EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – All campuses in the Anthony Independent School District (AISD) were recognized with the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) Purple Star Campus Designation, the district announced in a news release sent Monday, Sept. 23.
Photo: Anthony High School students hosting a Veterans Day breakfast last year. Courtesy of AISD.
Anthony Elementary School, middle school and high school were all included in the 2024 list of recognized schools statewide, according to AISD.
AISD said this designation, which will remain valid for two years, is awarded annually to schools that “demonstrate a commitment to supporting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.”
It is also awarded to schools that meet the criteria such as establishing a military liaison, maintaining a student ambassador program and offering resources to help military students succeed despite challenges like parental deployments or frequent moves, according to AISD.
“Our schools are honored to receive this recognition,” AISD Superintendent Oscar Troncoso said. “We understand that the sacrifices made by service members also impact their families, and our staff is dedicated to providing emotional, academic and peer support to honor their resilience.”
“Anthony ISD actively celebrates its military community by hosting events like Purple Up Day during April’s Military Child Month,” read the news release.
For more information about available resources for military students, visit the AISD Military Families tab on www.anthonyisd.net/military-families.
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