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Abilene's Alana Jeter shares empty-nest journey
By Brittany Pelletz at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Alana Jeter is one of the newest members of the Abilene ISD school board. She's the Executive Director of the Noah Project in Abilene, but she's also the mom of two children. She has a son already in college, and her daughter is headed to college in the fall. While th...
Key takeaway She's the Executive Director of the Noah Project in Abilene, but she's also the mom of two children.
Why this matters in Abilene News
Alana Jeter's experience as a mother navigating the empty-nest phase will likely resonate with many Abilene parents. As she takes on her new role on the Abilene ISD school board, her personal perspective may inform her decisions on education policy, particularly when it comes to supporting students as they transition to higher education or the workforce. The fact that her children have attended Abilene schools and are now moving on to college suggests that Jeter has a vested interest in ensuring the district provides students with a strong foundation for success beyond graduation. Her leadership at the Noah Project, an organization that aims to support and empower individuals in the community, may also influence her approach to addressing the social and emotional needs of students and families in Abilene. As Jeter settles into her new role, it will be worth watching how her unique blend of personal and professional experience shapes her contributions to the school board.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Alana Jeter is one of the newest members of the Abilene ISD school board. She's the Executive Director of the Noah Project in Abilene, but she's also the mom of two children. She has a son already in college, and her daughter is headed to college in the fall. While th...
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