Midland ISD students attend Baylor College of Medicine Doc-Prep program in Houston

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ixchel Villarreal, KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · July 22, 2026 · 2 min read

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Eight Midland ISD students participated in a week-long immersive summer program at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston through the STEM+M Doc-Prep program. Audrey Ware, a Lee High School student and aspiring pediatric nurse practitioner, was among the eight selected. “Fo...

Why this matters in The Midland

The participation of Midland ISD students in the Baylor College of Medicine Doc-Prep program has significant implications for the local healthcare landscape. By exposing students to various branches of medicine and providing college preparation resources, the program helps address the region's ongoing need for skilled healthcare professionals. As Director of Teaching and Learning Kathleen Cook noted, this program gives Midland students access to experiences typically available in larger metro areas, helping to level the playing field and provide opportunities for students to pursue careers in healthcare. The fact that Doc-Prep graduates will serve as ambassadors in the district, sharing their experiences with eighth-grade students, will also help inspire and motivate the next generation of healthcare professionals. This initiative has the potential to contribute to the development of a strong, homegrown healthcare workforce in Midland, which is crucial for the community's long-term health and well-being.

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Category: schools · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 2 min

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Midland ISD students attend Baylor College of Medicine Doc-Prep program in Houston

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