Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) teacher Carolina De Anda-Treviño has been named the 2026 Rising Star (Elementary) by the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, one of Texas’ most prestigious honors for public school educators. Winners were announced Sunday, May 4, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis Houston.The Rising Star Award recognizes outstanding teachers with fewer than 10 years of experience. De Anda-Treviño received a $5,000 personal award and a $5,000 grant for her campus.“I am deeply honored to be named a 2026 Rising Star in the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. This recognition is not mine alone—it belongs to ...