Manor ISD tackles bus driver shortage with new ideas

MANOR, Texas (KXAN) — It’s a problem nationwide and here in Central Texas — the need for more bus drivers. The Manor Independent School District is calling for more drivers while also being creative to get people to apply. “All roads are down,” said Transport Director Fernanda Travagliante. In all, Manor ISD said it needs … Read more

Manor ISD adds weapons detection system

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Manor Independent School District started the school year with some new safety devices aimed at stopping violence within high schools. The new technology works like a metal detector, but this device can accurately identify guns, knives and other weapons. “We had a tragedy a year ago, obviously in the district, and … Read more

Manor ISD adds weapon detection for student safety

Editor’s note: The video above is from January 30 after Manor announced that it will not be monitored by the Texas Education Agency. Manor, Texas (KXAN) – Students attending the Independent School area in Manor have already seen one of the biggest changes for the academic year – new systems to discover weapons that must … Read more

'It was going to be our counseling center': Trailer stolen from Healing with Horses Ranch in Manor

Manor, Texas (KXAN) – the theft that cannot be imagined in a horse treatment center in Manor. The trailer was stolen, newly renovated by the volunteers. It was supposed to serve as an extension of a consulting center in The Healing With Horses Ranch. “This stolen matter from us makes me wonder whether this is … Read more