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The Hill Country Podcast: Educational Innovations at Ingram ISD: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Templeton

Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week Tom welcomes back Dr. Robert (Bobby) Templeton, Superintendent of Ingram ISD

Dr. Templeton shares the district’s challenges and achievements, including a historic flood that caused significant damage and the impressive resilience of the students. He discusses the district’s innovative early college program, which allows students to graduate with an associate’s degree, saving families significant money. The episode also highlights a new building trades program to prepare students for careers in construction. Additionally, Dr. Templeton emphasizes the importance of community involvement, school safety, and healthy competition in education. He reflects on his Rotary Club experience and its role in fostering local and global service projects. The conversation concludes with Dr. Templeton’s commitment to ensuring student safety and success.

Key Highlights:

  • Challenges and New Initiatives at Ingram ISD
  • Early College Program Success
  • Building Trades Program
  • Community Involvement and Rotary Experience
  • Focus on School Safety

Resources:

Ingram ISD

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