Arlington ISD plans to appeal accountability ratings
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Arlington ISD will welcome back more than 50,000 students today. Meanwhile, district leaders are expressing frustration over what they say are inaccurate STAAR test scores.

Arlington ISD claims error with TEA caused lower-than-expected school ratings

Arlington ISD is appealing its new accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency after a submission error prevented the inclusion of improved test scores for several schools.

Arlington ISD error with TEA causes low school ratings
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Arlington ISD is appealing its new accountability ratings from the Texas Education Agency after a submission error prevented the inclusion of improved test scores for several schools.

North Texas students head back to school with changes
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It's the first day of school for more than 20 districts across North Texas! Teachers and students are navigating the new academic year, which brings significant changes and some new challenges.

North Texas students head back to school with big changes

It's the first day of school for more than 20 districts across North Texas! Teachers and students are navigating the new academic year, which brings significant changes and some new challenges.

Fort Worth ISD leaders share vision for this year
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Lots of changes are coming to Fort Worth ISD this year. FOX 4's Tisia Muzinga is at an elementary school to discuss these improvements.

First day of school for Dallas ISD
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Dallas ISD is eagerly waiting to welcome back more than 140,000 students. FOX 4's Payton May is live at the district's newer campus.

Garland ISD students return to school today
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It's officially the first day of school for Garland ISD students! FOX 4's Payton May is in Garland with a look at what students and parents can expect this new year.

Texas shoppers expected to spend less on tax-free weekend this year

The National Retail Federation believes consumers will spend slightly less during Texas’s tax-free weekend this year as concerns about the impact of tariffs loom.

End of Texas Dream Act means higher tuition for some UNT students

It’s an important date for Texas Dream Act students at the University of North Texas. People in the program have until the end of the day on Friday to verify their legal status or pay a higher tuition rate.

Trump orders universities to hand over college admissions data on race

President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.

Tuition breaks end for Texas 'Dream Act' UNT students
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An important deadline is today for 'Dream Act' students at the University of North Texas. They either have to verify their legal status or pay more tuition.

Arlington ISD adopts new 'Away for the Day' cell phone policy

Arlington ISD's new "Away for the Day" policy prohibits students from using personal electronic devices during the school day, aligning with Texas House Bill 1481 and implementing a tiered disciplinary system for violations.

Tax Free Weekend Texas 2025: What to know before school supply shopping

School is starting, and that means many families will be out shopping for clothes, shoes, and school supplies. Thankfully, this weekend is Tax-Free Weekend in the state of Texas.

Tips for dealing with back-to-school anxiety
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Many students are returning to the classroom soon. From anxieties about bullying to academic challenges, Dr. Stephanie Setliff from Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center in Dallas shares tips to help cope with back-to-school anxiety.

NTX Tradition: Quinlan dad sends kids to school in style
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One of our favorite back to school traditions... A Quinlan dad is sending his kids off to school in style. Tracy Travers made this tradition years ago to wear crazy outfits to school drop off. Here's this year's look.

New Texas school laws going into effect
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From vaping to suspensions to a phone ban, new laws are going into effect for Texas students. Here's what we know.

Mental health experts and Dallas ISD prepare students for new phone-free classrooms

Dallas ISD will use locking pouches to enforce the new Texas law banning student cell phone use during school hours, with a mental health expert advising that students and parents should expect an adjustment period.

Mental health experts on for phone-free classrooms
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Dallas ISD will use locking pouches to enforce the new Texas law banning student cell phone use during school hours, with a mental health expert advising that students and parents should expect an adjustment period.