Group protests Critical Race Theory at Fort Worth ISD school board meeting
More than 100 people marched to district headquarters. Some people claim the district is focusing too much on social issues. The district has already said topics like Critical Race Theory are not officially part of any curriculum.
More than 100 people marched to district headquarters. Some people claim the district is focusing too much on social issues. The district has already said topics like Critical Race Theory are not officially part of any curriculum.
Irving ISD to give teachers $2,000 COVID-19 bonus in August
The $2,000 bonus is a way for Irving ISD to say thank you to its employees who worked through the hardships and challenges that came with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The $2,000 bonus is a way for Irving ISD to say thank you to its employees who worked through the hardships and challenges that came with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pop-up clinics set up at four Dallas ISD high schools to vaccinate students
Summer vacation is finally here, and at least two North Texas school districts are using the time to vaccinate as many students as possible. Partnering with Parkland Hospital, the aim is to get the vaccine straight to students in the communities where they live.
Summer vacation is finally here, and at least two North Texas school districts are using the time to vaccinate as many students as possible. Partnering with Parkland Hospital, the aim is to get the vaccine straight to students in the communities where they live.
Texas “critical race theory” bill limiting teaching of current events signed into law
Texas is one of a handful of states that have approved legislation that prescribes how teachers discuss current events and prohibits students from receiving credit for participating in civic activities.
Texas is one of a handful of states that have approved legislation that prescribes how teachers discuss current events and prohibits students from receiving credit for participating in civic activities.
Dallas-Fort Worth area high school graduations delayed by hot weather
While the heat was uncomfortable, many families said they were just thankful to be able to enjoy an in-person graduation this year.
While the heat was uncomfortable, many families said they were just thankful to be able to enjoy an in-person graduation this year.
Dallas ISD boosts student graduation rates to pre-pandemic levels
Dallas ISD boosted graduation rates by more than 20 percent in just a few short weeks. But are students stepping up or is the bar being lowered?
Dallas ISD boosted graduation rates by more than 20 percent in just a few short weeks. But are students stepping up or is the bar being lowered?
Fort Worth police team up with non-profit to give away hundreds of sneakers to kids in need
It may sound simple, but a good pair of sneakers can go a long way.
It may sound simple, but a good pair of sneakers can go a long way.
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden to address Dallas College graduates
A message from the first lady will air during Dallas College commencement ceremonies later this month.
A message from the first lady will air during Dallas College commencement ceremonies later this month.
Questions after Mountain View College course featured no lectures, no name of professor
The early college student says the Mountain View College professor has not held any virtual classes and hasn't returned his emails about his grades.
The early college student says the Mountain View College professor has not held any virtual classes and hasn't returned his emails about his grades.
Fort Worth student-run podcast aims to start conversations about social issues
An instructor at Tarrant County College launched a podcast designed to share pearls of wisdom with the younger generation.
An instructor at Tarrant County College launched a podcast designed to share pearls of wisdom with the younger generation.
Dallas ISD may do away with most student suspensions
Dallas ISD’s school board will consider ending both in and out-of-school suspensions for most offenses. Disruptive students would instead be sent to special classrooms for what educators call “a reset.”
Dallas ISD’s school board will consider ending both in and out-of-school suspensions for most offenses. Disruptive students would instead be sent to special classrooms for what educators call “a reset.”
Jill Biden, Kate Middleton meet at UK preschool ahead of G-7 Summit
First lady Jill Biden and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, met for the first time on Friday during President Biden's first trip abroad since taking office.
First lady Jill Biden and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, met for the first time on Friday during President Biden's first trip abroad since taking office.
Lack of state funding forcing some North Texas schools to rethink virtual learning options
The walkout by Texas House Democrats focused on killing the controversial voting bill. However, it also derailed virtual school funding. And without that, districts like Garland and Frisco ISD have scrapped plans for online education.
The walkout by Texas House Democrats focused on killing the controversial voting bill. However, it also derailed virtual school funding. And without that, districts like Garland and Frisco ISD have scrapped plans for online education.
Hundreds attend balloon release to remember Kimball High School mentor killed in crash
Hundreds of people gathered Wednesday at Kimball High School in Oak Cliff to honor a woman remembered for her leadership and for helping students achieve their goals of going to college.
Hundreds of people gathered Wednesday at Kimball High School in Oak Cliff to honor a woman remembered for her leadership and for helping students achieve their goals of going to college.
Woman killed in DeSoto crash remembered for helping countless Dallas ISD students go to college
A Dallas high school community is devastated after a woman, who helped countless teens get on track to go to college, lost her life in a DeSoto car crash.
A Dallas high school community is devastated after a woman, who helped countless teens get on track to go to college, lost her life in a DeSoto car crash.
Dallas, Fort Worth ISD parents mull decision to send students with masks after mandate ends
This week marked the start of optional masking at schools in Texas. While most North Texas schools are already done, some — like Dallas and Fort Worth ISD — are still going. As this chaotic year comes to a close, masks in school are still causing some confusion among parents with no universal rule.
This week marked the start of optional masking at schools in Texas. While most North Texas schools are already done, some — like Dallas and Fort Worth ISD — are still going. As this chaotic year comes to a close, masks in school are still causing some confusion among parents with no universal rule.
Loudoun County gym teacher reinstated after suspension for opposing gender policies, group says
A Loudoun County gym teacher who was placed on administrative leave following his opposition to his school's new gender policies has been reinstated, according to the group who filed a lawsuit on his behalf.
A Loudoun County gym teacher who was placed on administrative leave following his opposition to his school's new gender policies has been reinstated, according to the group who filed a lawsuit on his behalf.
HEB ISD 2021 graduate receives more than $450,000 in scholarships offers
Alessandra Maria Grady graduated from the International Baccalaureate program at Trinity High School in Euless with more than $450,000 in scholarship offers.
Alessandra Maria Grady graduated from the International Baccalaureate program at Trinity High School in Euless with more than $450,000 in scholarship offers.
Ohio school district to pay parents $3M after bullied child's suicide
Cincinnati Public Schools entered a $3 million settlement with the parents of an 8-year-old student who killed himself after being bullied.
Cincinnati Public Schools entered a $3 million settlement with the parents of an 8-year-old student who killed himself after being bullied.
Garland ISD 2021 senior twins earn combined $600k in scholarship offers
Twins Mayra and Melissa Alvarez are graduating from South Garland High School and have earned a combined $600,000 in scholarship offers.
Twins Mayra and Melissa Alvarez are graduating from South Garland High School and have earned a combined $600,000 in scholarship offers.