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Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center will produce advanced tomato breeding lines

A shaft of sunlight breaking through the tree canopy. A flashlight cutting through the darkness. A lightning strike illuminating the rainstorm. Here at FEF we know how dramatic a little illumination can be. That’s why the logo for the Forney Education Foundation is a torch and why our motto is “lighting the way for teaching and learning.” Many times, we describe comprehension as a “light bulb moment” as the student’s face literally lights up when they learn something new. Our FISD teachers strive to have as many light bulb moments as possible in their classes--they know that affirmation from their students means that the lessons they are teaching are getting through to their students. And they also know that at the Foundation we’re here to help make those lights go on.

Fifty-five Forney ISD students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs, a distinction that can be included on college and scholarship applications.

Crandall ISD’s Education Foundation held its annual golf tournament to raise money for CISD teachers and students.

Pratibha Silwal Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

The World Cancer Research Fund International reports that breast cancer is the second most common cancer across the globe, and the number one cancer in women. Nearly three million new cases of breast cancer in women are diagnosed across the globe each year.

The lifetime risk of developing pancreatic cancer is about one in 56 for men and roughly one in 60 among women, says the American Cancer Society.The ACS estimates about 66,440 people were expected

A DAY TO REMEMBER

Halloween is enjoyed by people of all ages, but few get a bigger kick out of the holiday than children. There are costumes to be worn, time spent with friends and the opportunity to collect free candy and other treats.

Cutting Spending Can Help Boost Retirement Savings

As the Texas Star slows and Big Tex bids farewell, the 2024 State Fair of Texas comes to a close, but the memories made this year linger on throughout Fair Park. Until the gates open again next fall, the spirit of the Fair lives on in the hearts of everyone who joined us. The 2024 State Fair of Texas is estimated to have welcomed nearly 2.4 million people through the gates during the 24 day run.

There’s More Than Venison To A Deer Hunt

Approval of the CCPD Would NOT Increase Property or Sales Tax Rates