Carroll ISD aims to end secret recordings among staff after Holocaust controversy

Carroll ISD in Southlake is looking to make a change after a teacher recorded an administrator using the Holocaust as an example of providing "both sides" for students. The district wants to make sure teachers don't record in secret anymore.

Frisco ISD cancels classes at Lone Star High School due to threat

Lone Star High School in Frisco ISD canceled classes Monday and Tuesday as police investigated a threat. In a letter to parents, the district originally said it would hold classes with extra security. But then it made the decision to cancel classes for the safety of students and staff.

Richardson’s ISD superintendent Jeannie Stone resigns

Dr. Jeannie Stone abruptly resigned from her position as the superintendent of Richardson ISD. She's been there for almost five years.

False threats investigated by several North Texas school districts

School districts across North Texas worked overtime to reassure parents that a series of threats spreading on social media are not credible.

TEA investigating Keller ISD because of controversial library book

The Texas Education Agency is looking into whether Keller ISD gave students access to inappropriate content and whether it failed to properly review library books.

Prosper cheerleader making miraculous recovery after breaking her neck in tumbling accident

Just two and a half months since doctors told her she’d never walk again, Makayla is making small but mighty strides toward breathing on her own and rolling over. It’s something physical therapists told her typically takes weeks to do that she accomplished on her third try. “I don’t like being told I can’t do something because I’m going to prove you wrong."

Arlington ISD to give employees $500 in bonus pay

Teachers, librarians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers and even substitutes in Arlington ISD are getting an early Christmas present. The district approved a $500 bonus for all of its employees.

Texas substitute teacher brings karaoke machine to class, sings

A substitute teacher in Texas was suspended after he spent class time belting out Toxic by Britney Spears on a karaoke machine he brought in.

Texas blogger organizes effort to clear teachers' Amazon wish lists

Individual donors and companies have been working together to clear teachers' Amazon wish lists for the holidays. The anonymous Texas blogger who organized the effort said she's been blown away by the generosity.

Dallas ISD to drop mask mandate despite omicron variant concerns

Dallas ISD will end its mask mandate shortly after the holidays. Mask will still be recommended but not required on campuses.

Mesquite ISD student punished for threatening social media post

Mesquite police identified a student who made threatening posts on social media using a picture of a gun from the internet.

North Texas school districts host December job fairs

School districts across the region are hosting job fairs this month to add staff in time for the start of the second semester in January.

Prosecutor critical of Oxford HS staff prior to mass shooting

She was also critical of a few actions of administrators moments before the mass shooting. She pointed out two red flags, which could have saved lives.

Fort Worth ISD offering hiring bonuses, up to $69K for first-time teachers

The Fort Worth school district is actively looking for more teachers and offering some perks to get them to commit. There are even more incentives for Fort Worth ISD graduates.

Texas college students getting assistance from COVID-19 grant money

Schools nationwide accepted millions of dollars in CARES Act money from the government and students can apply for spring 2022 funds at some Texas schools.

Parents blast Little Elm ISD administrators over handling of chaotic protest

District staff heard from dozens of speakers who addressed what they called the administration’s lack of preparation and poor handling of the situation on Nov. 19. “You allowed our children to be tased, manhandled, arrested and jailed,” one parent said. "They are traumatized."

Dallas ISD school renamed for late U.S. Rep. John Lewis

Dallas ISD's Oliver W. Holmes Humanities Communications Academy will be renamed John Lewis Justice Academy at O.W. Holmes.

Children dealing with increased anxiety, depression during ongoing pandemic, doctors say

As the pandemic continues, children and adolescents find themselves dealing with anxiety and depression. Doctors are addressing how to best help your children get through an urgent mental crisis.