Midland Student Struck in Crosswalk

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Midland Independent School District reported that a student from Goddard Junior High was struck by a vehicle while in a crosswalk. The student was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and the school district is reminding the community about the importance of safe driving in school zones.

Why it matters

Student safety is a top priority for school districts, and incidents like this highlight the need for heightened awareness and caution from drivers around schools to prevent such accidents from occurring.

The details

According to the statement from Midland ISD, the student was struck in a crosswalk, and emergency personnel responded immediately. The district did not release any additional details about the incident, but emphasized the importance of safe driving in school zones to keep students and staff safe.

• The incident occurred on the morning of February 19, 2026.

What’s next

The school district did not indicate any specific next steps, but will likely continue to emphasize the importance of safe driving around schools to prevent similar incidents.