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Keys Academy Reimagined: HARLINGEN CISD highlights short‑term program that fast-tracks students to graduation
Summary
District staff described the reopened Keys Academy as a small‑setting, accelerated program with flexible intake and extended hours; presenters said 55 students passed through the program this year and 18 have graduated so far.
The HARLINGEN CISD Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee heard April 30 about Keys Academy Reimagined, a small‑setting program the district reopened in fall 2024 to help students catch up and graduate.
"This is exactly what Keyes is, a sense of belonging for all students," said Sylvia Gonzalez, director for family and community engagement, describing the program's focus on individualized support and campus connection.
Gonzalez said Keys Academy opened about 32 years ago and reopened this past September; it operates Monday through Friday with two daily cohorts (an AM session, 8:15…
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