Shakira Roberts, a former Del Rio teacher, now teaches English from home for the Digital Academy of Texas and says virtual learning renewed her passion for teaching. She’s part of a growing shift toward online education in Texas, where enrollment has surged to 62,000 students. New legislation, including Senate Bill 569, allows districts to expand virtual and hybrid options, with schools like Northside Independent School District planning fully online campuses to meet rising demand.
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