Film and panel to be at new ϱ Performing Arts Center
ϱ hosts a special SXSWedu premiere of “ϱ: The Pride and Promise of ϱ,” stories from students about how they are supported, challenged and encouraged to succeed.
What: Seventeen student filmmakers, each with a unique perspective, capture the richness and diversity of life in the district’s high schools.
The films highlight the dedication of the teachers, coaches, families and community members who inspire students every day.
Following the film, there will be a panel discussion with the filmmakers, moderated by Hema Mullur of KEYE TV.
Watch the trailer at .
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, March 12; doors open at 6 p.m.
Where: ϱ Performing Arts Center, 1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd.
Background: The idea behind the project is to allow ϱ students to tell stories about their lives in ϱ and how they are changed every day by the opportunities their education provides them.
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ϱ is the fifth largest school district in Texas, serving approximately 85,000 students at 129 schools.
Follow ϱ on Twitter at @ϱISD or on Facebook at .