Cedar Lane, Texas facts for kids

Cedar Lane is a small, special place in Matagorda County, Texas, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially part of a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county government. Think of it like a neighborhood that's big enough to have its own name but doesn't have its own mayor or city council.

Learning in Cedar Lane

Kids living in Cedar Lane go to schools run by the Van Vleck Independent School District. A school district is like a local group that manages all the public schools in a certain area. They make sure students have teachers, classrooms, and everything they need to learn.

After finishing high school, students from this area can choose to attend Wharton County Junior College. A junior college, also called a community college, offers classes for two years. It's a great way to start learning more after high school, whether you want to get a job or prepare to go to a bigger university later.

Images for kids

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  The United States Post Office on FM 457, where people send and receive mail.

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  The Cedar Lane Community Center, a place where people can gather for events and activities.

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  The Cedar Lane Baptist Church, a local place of worship.

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  Caney Creek at sunset, as seen from the FM 457 bridge.