Good News Friday: March 6, 2026

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Two Temple High School seniors are receiving congressional recognition for their Career and Technical Education work.

Nevaeh Tobe and Paul Gutierrez are 2 of 7 students to earn the Texas–31 congressional CTE award, selected from more than 500 applicants.

Temple ISD was the only local district with 2 winners.

Temple High Schools Career and Technical Education students are heading to state.

53 qualified for the SkillsUSA State Conference after competing at the District 10 event in Hutto.

7 district champions will compete in automotive, manufacturing, and construction projects, including engines, body panels, machining, and cabinetry.

The state event is April 8–11 in Corpus Christi.

Midway High celebrates rare academic sweep.

All three national merit semifinalists have advanced to finalist status, one of the highest honors for U.S. High School students.

Only about 15,000 students nationwide reach finalist standing each year, out of more than 1.5 million starters.

District leaders say the trio’s success reflects both the students’ hard work and strong academic programs.