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A mural at Herrera Elementary School, created as part of a SPARK Park project, depicts the heritage of Hispanic culture.
When Principal Christopher Carnes walks down the halls of Herrera Elementary School in north Houston, students line up to give him give him high-fives.
After becoming principal nearly five years ago, Carnes said student enthusiasm has increased partly because of the vibrant green and yellow colors throughout the school and outside.
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“When I started upgrading the building, the kids’ pride really changed,” Carnes said. Continue reading