First Alert 7 and Garriga Law Firm are teaming up for back-to-school for teachers

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Katelyn Carlock, KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Back to school season is already here for our educators and First Alert 7 and the Garriga Law Firm are teaming up to help teachers get off to a great start. Day 2 Winner: Syliva Herrera Syliva Herrera, a bilingual teacher from Bunche Elementary, is the second teacher to win...

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The partnership between First Alert 7 and the Garriga Law Firm to support local teachers is a welcome boost to the community. With back-to-school season in full swing, this initiative helps alleviate some of the financial burdens that educators often face when preparing their classrooms. The fact that teachers like Syliva Herrera from Bunche Elementary and Norma Reyes from Vasquez Middle School are being recognized for their hard work is a testament to the dedication of local educators. As the new school year begins, this effort by First Alert 7 and the Garriga Law Firm will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the educational experience for students in Midland and Odessa. The opportunity for community members to nominate their favorite teachers, or for teachers to nominate themselves, adds a layer of community engagement to the initiative, allowing everyone to show appreciation for the important work that local educators do.

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Category: safety · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 1 min

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