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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Meet Your CHS Valedictorian Andrea Luna!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[An inside look into the life of Canyon High School’s top student with a graduation edition Q+A.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent Message On Hill Country College Preparatory High School Incident]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Message from Comal ISD Superintendent Dr. John E. Chapman III on March 30 incident at Hill Country College Preparatory High School.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Board of Trustees Approves School Name, Dr. Jerry S. Major Middle School]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved the naming of the district's newest middle school to be Dr. Jerry S. Major Middle School. A former superintendent of schools for the district, Major is well known in Texas public education where he spent his 35-year career as a teacher, coach and administrator.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upcoming Spring Job Fair - April 11]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attend Comal ISD's upcoming Districtwide Spring Job Fair on Saturday, April 11, at Canyon High School from 10AM to Noon]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:12:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Art Show Features Artists from Eight Comal ISD Campuses]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than 100 pieces of student artwork was featured during Comal ISD's spring art show highlighting eight campuses in the Smithson Valley High School feeder pattern. The art-gallery-style show included sketches, watercolor, oil pastels, mixed media, charcoal, printmaking and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fine Arts Q+A: Get to Know your Canyon Lake Theatre Teacher!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about CLHS Theatre teacher Ben Matthews and his success on stage with a fun Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pieper Dance Coach Forging New Path to Success for Texas Students]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pieper High School Dance Coach, Jaqueline Olivares, is forging a new path to success as she collaborates with the Texas Dance Education Association to make Dance a UIL-sanctioned competition sport.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Memorial Early College High - Budding Home for the Arts]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Memorial Early College High School art program is small but mighty. With each year, MECHS art students solidify their spot in the Texas art scene with winning pieces led by local artist and teacher Ashley Buehler.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fourteen Comal ISD Students Earn All-State Distinction]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fourteen Comal ISD students are among the top 2-3 percent of Texas high school musicians receiving an All-State distinction with five earning 1st Chair placements.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:52:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Davenport High School Cheer Team Earns Silver at State Competition]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Davenport High School cheer team won the Band Chant category at this year's UIL 4A Division 1 Spirit State Championship and brought home the silver medal overall.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hill Country College Prep Team Wins Congressional App Challenge for Texas District 21]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD's Hill Country College Preparatory High School is making headlines for the second year in a row as the home of the Congressional App Challenge winner for Texas District 21. This year's winning team showcased high level coding, STEM and marketing skills through its American Dynamism Tracker app.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:46:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wendy Nosal Named KENS 5 EXCEL Award Winner for Comal ISD]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Davenport High School math teacher Wendy Nosal was surprised when the drumline and cheerleaders coming down the hallway were celebrating her as this year's KENS 5 EXCEL Award winner for Comal ISD.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:18:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Five Comal ISD Athletes Selected for San Antonio Sports All-Star Basketball, April 12]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD will be well represented at the third annual San Antonio Sports All-Star Basketball event April 12. Two student athletes will play in the games, three will participate in the skills challenge and three-point contest and a veteran district leader will coach Team Blue.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:29:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volunteers Needed for Read Across Comal, March 6]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and share the love of reading with elementary students during the district's annual Read Across Comal event on Friday, March 6. Community volunteers will join administrators in reading a book to a class at five elementary campuses.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal Education Foundation Hosts 25th 'Prost to Education' Gala]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Comal Education Foundation is hosting a 25th anniversary bash Saturday, April 18, at Wursthalle to honor its mission, celebrate its traditions and raise funds to further support Comal ISD students and staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pieper’s High School Sweethearts: Teacher Edition]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pieper High School teachers Sam and Mandy Pippert share their Comal ISD love story and how teaching has brought the two together.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:52:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Basketball - Family On and Off the Court]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Smithson Valley Basketball father and son coaching team brings new meaning to the tight-knit family dynamic of the sport.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thirty-Five Comal ISD Student Athletes Sign Letters of Intent]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Athletes from four Comal ISD high schools took the next step to play the sport of their choice at the collegiate level on February 4. With family, teammates, coaches and classmates watching, 35 student athletes signed letters of intent.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Two Comal ISD Campuses Receive CREST Award for Counseling Excellence]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School counseling teams from Canyon High School and Pieper High School received the CREST award for the 2024-2025 school year. This marks the second consecutive year for the Warrior team to win the honor and the first-ever win for the Cougar team.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet the Mascot: Q+A With Davenport’s Willy and Wilson]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet Davenport’s iconic mascots, Willy and Wilson, with a Q+A deep dive into the students who bring our beloved wolves to life.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:07:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Board of Trustees Approves Academic Calendars for 2026-2027, 2027-2028]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved the academic calendars for the next two consecutive years, 2026-2027 and 2027-2028, during its regular meeting Jan. 22.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD hires new Pieper High School athletic coordinator and head football coach]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD is proud to welcome Eddie Salas as its newest athletic coordinator and head football coach. Salas will join the Pieper High School (PHS) faculty.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:21:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rahe Bulverde Elementary Student Becomes 2026 Comal Shake Champion on Birthday]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It was a birthday to remember for 11-year-old Robert Osuna, a fifth-grade student from Rahe Bulverde Elementary, complete with confetti and a new title - 2026 Comal Shake District Champion.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:14:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Art Show Features Artists from 10 Comal ISD Campuses]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than 100 pieces of student artwork was showcased during the second district art show of the school year featuring 10 campuses in the Canyon High School feeder pattern.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Normal School Day for Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD schools and offices will resume normal operations tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mayfair Elementary Receives Common Sense Education Certification]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are proud to announce that MYES has earned recognition for being a Common Sense Education School!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts First Graduation of 2026, Jan. 13]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Comal ISD high school graduates of 2026 will walk the stage on Tuesday, Jan. 13, after completing the state's requirements to earn their diplomas through the district's Comal Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:55:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts Smithson Valley Football State Championship Community Rally, January 14]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet the players; take pictures with the trophy; and relive the excitement of the 2025 state football championship game during a Community Rally featuring the Smithson Valley High School Rangers and coaching staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:14:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley High School Girls Cross Country Team Takes Silver at State Meet]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the second year in a row, the Smithson Valley High School girls Cross Country team found itself on the podium at the state meet. This year, the team placed second in the 5A UIL Cross Country competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:08:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back-to-Back State Titles for Smithson Valley High School Football]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the second straight year, the Rangers powered their way to a football State Championship, capping off a dominant season. Congratulations, Rangers!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 23:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Helping Students Through Holiday Giving Traditions]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last week of 2025 for Comal ISD students was filled with opportunities to give back with annual events that cultivate compassion, empathy and gratitude.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:17:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Six Comal ISD Students Receive Valero Alamo Bowl Student-Athlete Scholarship]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year, six Comal ISD seniors are among the 102 Valero Alamo Bowl Student-Athlete Scholarship recipients recognized on the field during the Dec. 30 game and awarded $7,500 each.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Three Comal ISD Teachers Selected for 2025 Valero Alamo Bowl Recognition]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Three Comal ISD teachers will be recognized during the 33rd Annual Valero Alamo Bowl game Dec. 30, for the impact they make in their classrooms and communities. They are among 30 San Antonio-area educators selected for this year's Extra Yard for Teachers program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:55:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts Job Fair January 12]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD is kicking off 2026 with a districtwide job fair 5-6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, at its Support Services building in New Braunfels.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Memorial Early College High School: Get to know Eagle Senior Jake Hernandez]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2145393</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about MECHS Senior Jake Hernandez and his experience at MECHS with a fun Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hires Chief Communications Officer]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD has hired Christina Eckert as its Chief Communications Officer. She brings 20 years of experience in strategic communications, marketing and media in public education and broadcast journalism to the role.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Davenport High School Band Takes Silver Medal at State UIL 4A Marching Band Contest]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Davenport High School Wolf Band is the silver medal winner of the State UIL 4A Marching Band Contest. The 196-member band impressed the judges with its show titled Wanderlust.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon High Ag Communications Team named Reserve National Champion]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2145901</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An all-female team from Canyon High School was named the Reserve National Champion, placing second in the FFA Agricultural Communications career development event at the National FFA Convention.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:21:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Receives Highest Rating from TEA for Financial Integrity]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD has received the Superior Achievement rating with a score of '100' under the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) for the 2024-2025 school year. The district has earned the highest rating available since FIRST was established in 2001.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:08:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hill Country College Preparatory High School: Get to know Falcon Senior Luke Ringlein.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2138355</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about HCCPHS Senior Luke Ringlein and his experience at HCCPHS with a fun Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Church Hill Middle School Student Wins Comal Speaks Title]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Church Hill Middle School seventh-grade student, Dawson Szanto, was named the 2025 Comal Speaks District Champion after sharing his thoughts on confidence.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:14:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winners Named in 2025 Comal ISD Christmas Card Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2142739</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth-grade student Jenny Le was surprised to learn that her design is this year's Comal ISD Christmas Card Contest winner. Her original artwork, depicting the Comal ISD logo as an ornament hanging on a tree, will be featured on the cover of this year's card which is sent to district staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:22:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fourteen Comal ISD Athletes Selected for San Antonio Sports All-Star Football Game]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD will be well-represented at the San Antonio Sports All-Star Football Game on Saturday, Jan. 10, in the Alamodome. Fourteen Comal ISD players have been selected to play in the game which showcases the top high school football players in the San Antonio area.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Five Comal ISD Student Athletes Sign Letters of Intent]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[One Comal ISD softball and four football standouts signed letters of intent to continue to play their sport at the collegiate level during the second signing day of the school year. They are headed to impressive schools including Southern Methodist University, Texas Tech University, Utah State, Penn State Beaver and Fordham University.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Five Comal ISD Students Named National Merit Semifinalists, 17 Named Commended Scholars]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Twenty-two academically talented Comal ISD seniors were recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program with five named National Merit Semifinalists and 17 named National Merit Commended Scholars.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:18:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Military Q+A: Get to know your Canyon JROTC Instructor!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2112982</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about CHS JROTC Instructor Lieutenant Colonel Biltz and his military journey with a fun Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Students Explore Careers at Third Annual Construction and Design Fair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nineteen local companies bridged the gap between education and industry for Comal ISD students during the third annual Construction and Design Fair at Smithson Valley High School where students networked, discovered and even tested some equipment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Class of '73 Canyon High Alumni Remain Connected After 52 Years]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2116923</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A group from the Canyon High School class of '73 host monthly lunches at Pat’s Place as a way to reconnect with friends and reclaim their youth, while sharing how Comal ISD and Canyon High influenced their lives.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Twenty-Seven Comal ISD Student Athletes Sign Letters of Intent]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2134126</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Five Comal ISD high schools hosted signing day events Nov. 12 where 27 student athletes signed letters of intent to play the sport of their choice at the collegiate level.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:17:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Honors Veterans Day with Campus Celebrations]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[From handwritten cards and posters to musical performances, campus parades and the presentation of the colors, Comal ISD students and teachers recognized the bravery, sacrifice and dedication of each veteran who chose to serve in the U.S. military during districtwide Veterans Day celebrations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From Marine to History Teacher - How One Canyon Lake Coach Honors Veterans Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2112975</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Canyon Lake High School coach, history teacher, and veteran Brian Hooper shares his military experience with students to teach the importance of remembrance on Veterans Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Named 2026 CTE District of Distinction for Second Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the second year in a row, Comal ISD was named a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT). Through its CTE programs, Comal ISD is giving students opportunities to get a jumpstart on a career, learn a trade and be prepared to enter the workforce.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:50:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal Education Foundation Receives $10,000 from H-E-B]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Canyon Lake, Pieper and Smithson Valley high schools are the beneficiaries of a $10,000 donation from H-E-B. The check was presented to the Comal Education Foundation during the grand re-opening of the H-E-B plus! store in Spring Branch.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Student Places 2nd in National SkillsUSA Practical Nursing Contest]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smithson Valley High School senior Clarissa Wallace discovered her career path as a sophomore when she chose the health science CTE program. She has found success through SkillsUSA as the reigning two-time state champion in practical nursing as well as the two-time silver medalist in the national competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:58:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon Lake Ag Students are Raising Success this Gotcha Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2115759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Canyon Lake High School Agriculture students celebrated Gotcha Day by welcoming their animal “projects,” fully prepared to embark on a school year filled with grooming, feeding, cleaning, and competitive showing on their Path to Success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Nine Comal ISD Student Musicians named Outstanding Performers]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nine Comal ISD students are among the top 2 to 3 percent to earn the title of 2025 Outstanding Performer because of their performances at the Texas UIL State Solo-Ensemble Contest. From percussion, euphonium and trumpet to music theory, vocal and piano solos, they distinguished themselves as exemplary musicians.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Art Show Features Artists From 10 Campuses in Canyon Lake, Davenport]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD's Fall Art Show featured art pieces created by students in kinder through 12th grades from 10 campuses in the Canyon Lake High School and Davenport High School feeder patterns. Three artists received the Superintendent's Excellence Award for Art, hand selected by Superintendent Dr. John E. Chapman III.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:51:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts College, Career, Military Fair, Oct. 22]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in 8th through 12th grades are invited to Comal ISD's annual College, Career and Military (CCM) Fair 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Davenport High School. See the list of colleges, businesses and military recruiters who will be on hand.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Forty-Nine Comal ISD students Complete Texas Boys State, Texas Bluebonnet Girls State]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This summer, 49 Comal ISD students participated in the Texas Boys State and Texas Bluebonnet Girls State leadership programs. They immersed themselves in government by creating their own, running for office, hosting elections, drafting legislation, passing legislation and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Two Comal ISD Students Named National Math Stars]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two Comal ISD third-grade students have been selected for the prestigious National Math Stars program this year and will receive more than $100,000 in mentorship, enrichment opportunities and resources for the next 10 years.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD’s Bratton Selected as Region 20 Outstanding Middle School Principal of the Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[With 30 years of experience as an educator, Spring Branch Middle School Principal Sally Bratton was named the Region 20 Outstanding Middle School Principal of the Year for her exemplary performance and outstanding leadership.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 16:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts Annual Marching Band Exhibition, Oct. 8]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make plans to attend the Comal ISD Marching Band Exhibition starting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the Cougar Stadium at Canyon High School. Enjoy performances from all five district high school marching bands while supporting scholarships for local students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts Fall Job Fair Sept. 30]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD is hosting a districtwide fall job fair 5-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, at its Support Services building, 1404 IH 35 North, New Braunfels. All interested applicants are encouraged to attend.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts Dyslexia Awareness Night Oct. 16]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD is hosting its annual Dyslexia Awareness Night 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in the boardroom at Comal ISD Support Services building in New Braunfels. Besides being a great opportunity to learn more about dyslexia, this year's winners of the Kids with HeART district art contest will be announced.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:07:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hires Executive Director for Safety and Security]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Comal Independent School District has hired Mr. Ron Havniear as the Executive Director for Safety and Security. He begins working for the district in this role on Monday, Sept. 8.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:51:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Theatre Arts Program Wins 2025 Exemplary Award of Distinction]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD's theatre arts program has received another honor for its dedication to theatre education, winning the 2025 Exemplary Award of Distinction from the Texas Educational Theatre Association.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Wins 2025 TAEA District of Distinction Award for 7th Consecutive Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2101513</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the seventh consecutive year, the Comal ISD visual arts program was named a 2025 District of Distinction by the Texas Art Education Association. This is a testament to the district's art educators who consistently provide opportunities for students to showcase their creativity while encouraging community participation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Provides Application for Free and Reduced-Price School Meals]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2092241</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Applications for free and reduced-price school meals are available now for the 2025-2026 school year. The application and instructions may be found online through the Comal ISD website, SchoolCafe family hub and through a new tile on Skyward in Family Access. Students must qualify for free and reduced-price school meals annually.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hires Chief Financial Officer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2088793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD has hired a Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Larry Guerra brings almost 20 years of experience in public education, specifically in financial management and strategic financial planning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 15:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Receives National Recognition for Music Education, Sixth Consecutive Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2084128</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the sixth consecutive year, the Comal ISD music program has received the Best Communities for Music Education designation for its outstanding support and commitment to music education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:59:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon High School Lacrosse Team, 2025 State Runner Up]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2084110</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Canyon High School lacrosse team made district and school history this season after advancing to the state championship title game in the Texas High School Lacrosse League, placing second.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Board Approves 2025-26 Budget, Three Percent Staff Pay Increase]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2083755</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved the district's 2025-2026 budget which included a three percent pay increase for teachers who do not qualify for the House Bill 2 allotment and all other staff members.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Campus Offices Closed Friday, August 15 for Opening of Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2095069</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Today, Friday 8/15, campus offices will be closed in the afternoon for our District Opening of Schools Ceremony. During this time, there will be no staff on campus to operate phones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley High School Baseball Team Makes History as State Runner Up]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2083688</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Smithson Valley Rangers Baseball team led fans on a historic ride to the school's first state championship, ending the season as the 2025 UIL State 5A Division 1 Runner Up.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:57:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD 2025 Graduates Choose Military Service]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2078955</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year, 63 recent Comal ISD graduates have chosen a career in the military, with 51 enlistments, three ROTC scholarships and nine military academy appointments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Skyward Unavailable for Routine Maintenance]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2084877</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Skyward platform is currently down for routine software maintenance. Please return for registration on July 14.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Five Comal ISD Seniors Receive 2025 Exceptional Senior Award]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2078120</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the sixth year in a row, Comal ISD students are among those recognized by U.S. Representative Chip Roy's office for the Exceptional Senior Award which rewards high levels of character, leadership, integrity and diligence.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD announces Class of 2025 honor grads – Top 5, 10, 15 percent]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Among this year's 2,128 graduates are 300 honor students who completed their high school careers academically in the top 5 percent (Summa Cum Laude), 10 percent (Magna Cum Laude) or 15 percent (Cum Laude) of their class.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:51:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts Final Art Show of School Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final District Art Show of the school year featured artwork from 10 campuses in the Canyon Lake and Davenport communities with three pieces selected for the Superintendent's Excellence Award.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 14:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Math Teachers Named District Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2074041</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The common denominator between this year's District Teachers of Year just happens to be math. Both the Elementary and Secondary District Teacher of the Year for Comal ISD have been teaching math for more than a decade and say they get their inspiration from their students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 17:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[24th Annual Jan Heckendorn Academic Recognition Banquet Honors Students, Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2072853</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD honored 85 top ranking seniors along with an educator who played a special role in their journey during the 24th Annual Jan Heckendorn Academic Recognition Banquet on May 6.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 16:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Golf Season Ends with Silver, Bronze from Davenport]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2072483</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Four Comal ISD golf teams advanced to state 4A and 5A tournaments this season with Davenport High School athletes bringing home hardware including the girls team winning second place; Molly Woods winning bronze; and Kyle Doolittle winning silver in the boys competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 09:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to Know CHS Valedictorian Valeria Arenas]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about CHS Valedictorian Valeria Arenas and her high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 08:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon Lake Senior Makes Greatness as Athletic Triple Threat]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2070007</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Canyon Lake High School senior Carter Williams continues his family legacy with a path to success in all three major high school sports - football, basketball, and baseball.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 16:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to Know CLHS Valedictorian Jacob Tuckness]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2067427</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about CLHS Valedictorian Jacob Tuckness and his high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 08:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to Know DHS Valedictorian Dailyn Morgan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2064166</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about DHS Valedictorian Dailyn Morgan and her high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 08:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thirty-Seven Student Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2065081</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, teammates, coaches and friends celebrated 37 student athletes in the final athletic signing day events of the school year at Canyon, Canyon Lake, Davenport, Pieper and Smithson Valley high schools. They will continue playing their sport at the collegiate level.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon Middle Teacher Named Environmental Educator of the Year Finalist]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2064577</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Empowering students with real-world skills such as reducing waste through recycling and upcycling is her passion, and one of the reasons Kimberly Reynolds was named a finalist for the Environmental Educator of the Year award.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:43:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Winter Guard Team Wins State Title]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2063192</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Smithson Valley High School Winter Guard team won the State Championship for the Texas Color Guard Circuit. Additionally, every high school in Comal ISD was represented at a state winter guard competition this season.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Health Science Students Collect Gold, Silver, Bronze at SkillsUSA State Competition]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smithson Valley junior Clarissa Wallace defended her SkillsUSA Practical Nursing state title and picked up two more while her fellow Rangers earned eight gold, eight silver and one bronze in the health science competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon High Team Places Third in State SkillsUSA Competition]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thirteen CTE criminal justice students from Canyon High School qualified for state SkillsUSA competition with the Community Emergency Response Team placing third.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Freiheit Elementary Advances To Sweet 16 NCAA Reading Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2063060</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With fun incentives like snacks, free books and, of course, bragging rights, the NCAA Read to the Final Four made reading a big deal for third-grade students across the San Antonio area, and Comal ISD students found themselves picking up books whenever they had the chance. One campus made it all the way to the Sweet 16.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle, High School Construction Students Rewarded at SkillsUSA State Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.comalisd.org/apps/news/article/2062941</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[From picnic tables and jewelry boxes to Adirondack chairs, crosses and everything in between, Comal ISD CTE students entered their best carpentry pieces in this year's SkillsUSA state contest and came home with high marks including superior and excellence awards.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Navy JROTC Cadet Competes at National Air Rifle Championship]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smithson Valley High School junior and Navy JROTC cadet, LeeMichael Fellbaum made school history when he competed in the National Air Rifle Championship, finishing 39th in the finals.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pieper High School Brain Brawl Team Advances To National Competition]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fourteen Students Qualify for State Powerlifting Competition]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to Know HCCPHS Valedictorian Sara Ziegler]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about HCCPHS Valedictorian Sara Ziegler and her high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to Know MECHS Valedictorian Sophia Arreguin]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about MECHS Valedictorian Sophia Arreguin and her high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual PTA Reflections Ceremony Celebrates Student Artists]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[During its annual Reflections ceremony, the Comal ISD Council of PTAs celebrated more than 130 pieces of art ranging from dance choreography, literature and photography to music composition, film production and visual arts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Future Teachers Receive Ready, Set, Teach Graduation Stoles]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 15:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to know PHS Valedictorian Caroline Peterson]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about PHS Valedictorian Caroline Peterson and her high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 08:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Top of the Class Thursday: Get to Know SVHS Valedictorian Bethany Mann]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about SVHS Valedictorian Bethany Mann and her high school experience with a fun graduation Q+A!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighteen Comal ISD Students Receive Texas Theatre Scholar Award Distinction]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year, 18 Comal ISD students earned the Texas Theatre Scholar Award Distinction by the Texas Thespians Association. This award demonstrates their accomplishments in both academic and theatrical work.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:57:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pieper High Student Selected for Prestigious Leadership Program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[A sophomore from Pieper High School was selected for a prestigious leadership program after competing against students from around the world. She's excited to share her experience and put her new skills into action.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Business, Health Students Qualify for State Competitions]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Twenty-two Comal ISD students involved in DECA and HOSA qualified for state-level competitions, showcasing their skills in marketing, finance, hospitality, CPR and phlebotomy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Wrestling State Champion, Qualifiers Recognized]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Once more, a Smithson Valley High School wrestler won a state wrestling title bringing home the gold in a sport that continues to gain popularity throughout Comal ISD which has four strong high school programs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Athletes End Swim Season with Gold, Bronze]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Forty Comal ISD swimmers qualified for state competition this year with one Davenport High School athlete winning two state titles and a Pieper High School girls relay team placing third, earning the bronze.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:07:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Aristocat Captain Finds Success Through Passion for Dance]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Canyon High School senior and varsity Aristocat captain shares how her passion for dance has influenced her Path to Success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Art Show Features Student Work from Eight Campuses]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The third district art show of the school year featured pieces selected by art teachers from eight campuses. The gallery-style event showcased original designs from oil pastels and watercolor to sculptures and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Senior Proud Owner of Rising Baked Goods Business]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smithson Valley High School senior becomes the head chef of his very own baked goods business with the encouragement and support of the CTE Culinary Arts pathway.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal Education Foundation Receives First Donation from Mayfair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Comal Education Foundation received the first donation from the Mayfair Promise. The $2,800 was presented to the Foundation during its board meeting and will help further its mission to enrich learning and expand educational opportunities for all Comal ISD students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fifteen Comal ISD Students Selected for All-State Band and Choir Honors]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fifteen Comal ISD students were selected for the prestigious honor of being an All-State musician or vocalist among more than 70,000 high school students who audition every year from across Texas.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Cheer Teams Win Silver, Bronze at State]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two Comal ISD cheer teams chanted and tumbled their way to center stage at the UIL Texas High School State Spirit Championships with Davenport High School earning silver in the 4A Division I competition and Canyon High School earning bronze in the 6A Division II competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Hosts 2nd Annual STAR Basketball Tournament]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 3v3 basketball competition was fierce during Comal ISD's 2nd annual STAR Basketball Tournament which showcased the skills and teamwork of more than 200 special education student athletes from across the district.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Five Athletes Selected for 2025 San Antonio All-Star Basketball Game]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Five Comal ISD athletes will play in the 2025 San Antonio Sports All-Star Basketball Game presented by Valero Sunday, March 23, at the Northside Sports Gym in San Antonio.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:54:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canyon High DECA Chapter Finds Success in Inaugural Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Canyon High School’s DECA chapter defies the odds with eight members advancing to the State competition in its inaugural year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Garrett Schatte Wins KENS 5 EXCEL Award for Comal ISD]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[An agriculture teacher and FFA adviser at Canyon Lake High School is this year's Comal ISD KENS 5 EXCEL Award winner. Garrett Schatte was surprised when he walked into the gym full of students, colleagues and family members.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:07:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[‘Love is in the Air’ this Valentine’s Day with Canyon Lake HS Floral Design]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[From bouquets to wedding bells, Canyon Lake High School floral design students gain a new appreciation for running a floral business this Valentine’s Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 16:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Offers Clinics for High School Student Immunizations March 12]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Theatre Education Program Receives State Recognition, Third Consecutive Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Once more, the Comal ISD theatre program is named as one of the best in the state earning the 2024-2025 Texas Thespians Premier Communities for Theatre Education Award.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:28:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Comal ISD Recognized as CTE District of Distinction by CTAT]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Comal ISD has been named a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas. Only 38 districts in the state received this distinction for their commitment to student success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:02:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Football MVP On and Off the Field]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smithson Valley Quarterback Cade Spradling makes history on his Path to Success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Art Show Features Artists from Eight Comal ISD Campuses]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Approximately 100 pieces of art were featured in Comal ISD's second district art show of the school year featuring original work by elementary, middle and high school artists. Three pieces were awarded the Superintendent's Excellence Award of Art.]]></description>
				
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