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Friday, May 31, 2013  It is the last day of school for students at Donna ISD, but instead of celebrating the day, many parents are protesting a personnel swap.

Friday, January 11, 2013  Donna ISD Superintendent Robert Loredo is now weighing in on a controversy Sharpie marker used on a student at a local middle school.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  A Donna mother claims a middle school principal “crossed the line” while taking disciplinary action against her son.

Sunday, November 18, 2012  A Donna High School student is recovering after allegedly getting beat up at a football game.

Thursday, May 17, 2012  More than 400 school districts across the Lone Star State are calling upon the state legislature to re-examine the way students are tested.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  A Donna teacher is arrested for allegedly getting involved with one of his students.

Monday, October 24, 2011  Travis Trevino's plans to get the equivalent of a high school diploma have been derailed at the Donna ISD.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011  Speeders often dish out a wide variety of excuses for breaking the law, but a Donna ISD middle school principal's excuse that he was "in a rush" to dismiss kids after school may just take the cake.

Saturday, August 20, 2011  The superintendent at Donna ISD will look into eliminating the paid team doctor position, according to school board president, Alfredo Lugo.

Tuesday, August 09, 2011  In an effort to combat the recent budget shortfall to school districts across Texas, two Rio Grande Valley school districts have come up with a new way to make some money.

Saturday, May 07, 2011  Dozens of parents from Donna spent late Friday night at local hospitals after a school bus carrying their children was involved in an accident in Kenedy County.

Friday, May 06, 2011  Authorities are confirming that a Donna ISD school bus has been involved in a wreck in Kenedy County.

Monday, March 28, 2011  If judging by the sheer number of people who turned out for Monday evening's public viewing, its clear Benny Layton has touched the lives of many.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011  A Donna mother says her teen son couldn't stand getting bullied for another second and did what he thought would put an end to it.

Friday, September 03, 2010  Elfego Garza has difficulty getting out of a car. Just walking for him appears to be a challenge. Under his shirt, a pacemaker and defibrillator work to keep his heart in check.