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First Alert 7 and Garriga Law Firm teaming up to 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 20, 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.Norma Reyes, a Spanish teacher at Vasquez Middle School in Odessa, is the first of five teachers to win a $300 gift ca...
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Key takeaway Norma Reyes, a Spanish teacher at Vasquez Middle School in Odessa, is the first of five teachers to win a $300 gift card from the Garriga Law Firm and First Alert 7.
Why this matters in The Midland
The partnership between First Alert 7 and the Garriga Law Firm to support local teachers is a welcome boost for educators in the Midland-Odessa area. As the new school year begins, teachers often face significant out-of-pocket expenses to prepare their classrooms and support their students. The $300 gift cards will help alleviate some of this financial burden, allowing teachers to focus on what matters most - providing a high-quality education to their students. The fact that educators can nominate themselves or be nominated by others adds a democratic touch to the initiative, ensuring that a range of teachers are recognized for their hard work and dedication. As the remaining winners are announced on Wake Up West Texas, the community will have the opportunity to learn more about the exceptional educators in their midst and the positive impact they have on local students.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? 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.Norma Reyes, a Spanish teacher at Vasquez Middle School in Odessa, is the first of five teachers to win a $300 gift ca...
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