A roundtable discussion was held in McAllen to address the challenges families and students face when going back to school. The event covered various topics, including school funding and teacher pay. Several local organizations were in attendance, such as LUPE and the Boys & Girls Club of McAllen.

The discussion also touched on issues like food insecurity and the impact of ICE on enrollment. Staff from the UTRGV School of Medicine and Sharyland ISD were present, along with Congressman Henry Cuellar. Further details about the discussion and its outcomes are available from the source, including comments from attendees about the increasing costs of health coverage and shrinking food assistance.