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United ISD to consider MOU with University of Salamanca for pilot Spain program amid equity and budget concerns
Summary
United ISD will vote next week on a memorandum of understanding with the University of Salamanca to launch a pilot study‑abroad program for 16 students; district staff described selection criteria and proposed funding, while public commenters and trustees raised questions about equity, safety and fiscal priorities.
United Independent School District staff told trustees at a Nov. workshop that they will present a memorandum of understanding with the University of Salamanca for a pilot study‑abroad program at next week’s board meeting.
Melissa Ramirez, director of guidance and counseling, said the initial pilot would select four students from each of the district’s four high schools — 16 students in all — using GPA, essays, attendance and behavior as selection criteria. "Four students from each high school will be selected," Ramirez said. She added that students originally were expected to pay about $4,000–$4,100 each…
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