Fort Worth ISD implements new security measures ahead of new school year
The second-largest school district in North Texas also announced some enhanced security measures its putting in place, including weekly door checks and a new communications system.
The second-largest school district in North Texas also announced some enhanced security measures its putting in place, including weekly door checks and a new communications system.
Denton ISD teachers get surprise donation
Frank Borman Elementary School received $12,500 and supplies for students in need.
Frank Borman Elementary School received $12,500 and supplies for students in need.
North Texas teachers surprised with money, classroom supplies
$12,500 was donated to teachers at Frank Borman Elementary School.
$12,500 was donated to teachers at Frank Borman Elementary School.
No phones in school? Richardson ISD's incoming superintendent wants them out of the classroom
Incoming Richardson ISD Superintendent Tabitha Branum wants the district to purchase special pouches for students to keep their phones locked up during the school day.
Incoming Richardson ISD Superintendent Tabitha Branum wants the district to purchase special pouches for students to keep their phones locked up during the school day.
Fort Worth PD giving kids free haircuts for school
The Fort Worth Police Department is helping kids get ready for the upcoming school year with some free haircuts Tuesday. Good Day's Hanna Battah reports live on the ongoing effort to help families in the community.
The Fort Worth Police Department is helping kids get ready for the upcoming school year with some free haircuts Tuesday. Good Day's Hanna Battah reports live on the ongoing effort to help families in the community.
Dallas ISD's new superintendent says she's excited about her first year
Dallas ISD's new superintendent, Dr. Stephanie Elizalde, said she has hit the ground running and is looking forward to a great first year. FOX 4 talked to her about how her leadership will differ from Dr. Michael Hinojosa's.
Dallas ISD's new superintendent, Dr. Stephanie Elizalde, said she has hit the ground running and is looking forward to a great first year. FOX 4 talked to her about how her leadership will differ from Dr. Michael Hinojosa's.
School year begins for victims of Balch Springs fire
Mesquite ISD is trying to make sure the students have some sense of normalcy in the middle of a disaster. Two weeks ago, three dozen Balch Springs families watched their homes burn. Nine of them burned to the ground.
Mesquite ISD is trying to make sure the students have some sense of normalcy in the middle of a disaster. Two weeks ago, three dozen Balch Springs families watched their homes burn. Nine of them burned to the ground.
Arlington ISD 'security tracker' will help answer questions for parents during emergencies
The website gives parents and community members a go-to location with information in the event of an emergency.
The website gives parents and community members a go-to location with information in the event of an emergency.
Mavs help welcome Dallas students back to school
The Dallas Mavericks are dedicating a new basketball court at Adelle Turner Elementary School in Dallas. They're also helping to welcome the students back with clear backpacks and much-needed supplies.
The Dallas Mavericks are dedicating a new basketball court at Adelle Turner Elementary School in Dallas. They're also helping to welcome the students back with clear backpacks and much-needed supplies.
Here's the first day of school for every district in North Texas
Students are heading back to the classroom throughout August.
Students are heading back to the classroom throughout August.
Back to School: Students in 16 local districts return to classes
It’s the first day of school for students in more than a dozen North Texas school districts including Garland, Duncanville, Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto and Quinlan ISDs.
It’s the first day of school for students in more than a dozen North Texas school districts including Garland, Duncanville, Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto and Quinlan ISDs.
Back-to-School events help students, teachers get ready for the school year
Dallas, Tarrant County back-to-school fairs help families with free school supplies
Dallas, Tarrant County back-to-school fairs help families with free school supplies
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
Dallas, Tarrant County back-to-school fairs help families with free school supplies
Families in Dallas and Tarrant County are getting ready for school. But first, many will head to back-to-school fairs for supplies.
Families in Dallas and Tarrant County are getting ready for school. But first, many will head to back-to-school fairs for supplies.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
How to talk to your kids about back-to-school anxiety
The new school year is here or starting soon and some kids may be anxious about what they will face in a new school or grade. Their parents may be worried about safety and security in the wake of the Uvalde mass shooting. Good Day talked to pediatric psychologist Dr. Stevie Puckett-Perez from UT Southwestern Medical Center about those difficult discussions about feelings.
The new school year is here or starting soon and some kids may be anxious about what they will face in a new school or grade. Their parents may be worried about safety and security in the wake of the Uvalde mass shooting. Good Day talked to pediatric psychologist Dr. Stevie Puckett-Perez from UT Southwestern Medical Center about those difficult discussions about feelings.
Back to School: Texas Tax-Free Weekend Guide
Tax-free weekend in Texas is August 5-7. It is expected to save Texans $112 million this school year.
Tax-free weekend in Texas is August 5-7. It is expected to save Texans $112 million this school year.
Guide to Tax-Free Weekend in Texas
Tax-free weekend for back to school shopping begins August 5 and runs through August 7
Tax-free weekend for back to school shopping begins August 5 and runs through August 7
Back to School: New school safety efforts in place at Dallas ISD
In the final weeks heading into the new school years, districts across North Texas are working to reassure parents about safety on campuses. Tuesday, Dallas ISD gave details about its security plans.
In the final weeks heading into the new school years, districts across North Texas are working to reassure parents about safety on campuses. Tuesday, Dallas ISD gave details about its security plans.
Texas State Board of Education considers ditching BC, AD calendar dating system
In the draft, BC and AD would be replaced by more religiously-neutral language.
In the draft, BC and AD would be replaced by more religiously-neutral language.