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Temple ISD students return to school Thursday with new security upgrades and AI pilot program
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mariah Williams , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 11, 2026
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Key takeaway New measures include updated fire systems and improved fencing.
Schools in the Temple ISD are getting safer. New measures include updated fire systems and improved fencing. Cameras have also been installed across the district.
These changes are part of a larger effort to enhance security. The district has also introduced new technology in some classrooms. An artificial intelligence program is being tested in high school classes.
This pilot program is one of the new initiatives starting this year. Further details about the security upgrades and the artificial intelligence program are available from the district. The changes are now in place as students return to school.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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