HARLINGEN — The commissioner for the Texas Education Agency is touring the Valley today.
Mike Morath, education commissioner, will be in a tri-agency meeting today with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Texas Workforce Commission.
Debbie Ratcliffe, director of media relations for TEA, said Morath will meet with the other two entities to ensure that education is in line with the needs of the Rio Grande Valley’s work force.
That meeting is taking place at South Texas College Technology Campus in McAllen.
His first stop, however, is the South Texas Academy for Medical Professions in Olmito at about 8 a.m. The school is part of the South Texas Independent School District.
“During his visit to Medical Academy, he will hear from students, administrators and staff members about the college preparatory curriculum and medical program at the campus,” said Amanda Odom, spokesperson.
Morath will also discuss the importance of partnerships between STISD schools, universities and local businesses, plus opportunities for hands-on experience and certifications.
“We will take the group on a brief tour en route to our simulation lab, where students will discuss the technology and resources available to them in their studies,” Odom said. “We will wrap up with a look at recent developments and things to come.”
Morath will then travel to the Harlingen School of Health Professions where he’ll tour specialty rooms and the simulation labs. Afterward he’ll visit the Santa Maria High School before heading to McAllen for the tri-agency meeting.
