Allen High School teacher on leave while under investigation

A high school teacher in Allen, in Collin County, is accused of having an inappropriate communication with a student.

Allen ISD parents protest attendance realignment of elementary schools

Parents got a look at how multiple schools will be impacted next year if the plan is approved. They wanted to speak out publicly about the proposed plans. Instead, Allen ISD asked parents to write down their comments.

Fort Worth ISD to add GPS trackers to buses after multiple kids dropped off in wrong neighborhoods

In a few days, FWISD will enter into an agreement with T-Mobile to activate GPS trackers on district buses and vehicles. It comes a week and a half after seven children were left at a stop a half-mile away from where they were supposed to be dropped off.

Fort Worth ISD: Homeless man breached girls' school through malfunctioning door

FOX 4 spoke with parents at the Young Women’s Leadership Academy in Downtown Fort Worth about a security breach related to a malfunctioning door that happened back on Aug. 30 that is just now becoming public after media reports. Some parents are angry the school never told them about it.

Dallas Secret Service agent named Texas Chief of School Safety and Security

Chief Scott’s specific duties in this new role still remain vague. In his announcement, the governor used broad terms to explain what Scott would do, like ensuring schools use best practices and act as a resource to districts and lawmakers.

Midlothian High School football coach battles Stage 4 cancer with support from community

Midlothian High School Coach Clif White has been through chemotherapy, surgeries and immunotherapy. He's on pain medication and on oxygen full-time. White also continues to lead his team, and he was there Friday as they played Killeen.

Kids with head lice shouldn’t be sent home from school, new AAP guidance says

The American Academy of Pediatrics says a head lice diagnosis is neither a health hazard nor a sign of poor hygiene, and children should not miss school because of it.

Parents upset over Allen ISD's rezoning plans

Some Allen ISD parents say they feel blindsided by the district's proposals to address overcrowding in some schools and declined enrollment in others. The potential plans include closing a couple of less crowded schools, repurposing them and shifting kids around. 

Police: 17-year-old avoided metal detectors to sneak in gun to Richardson ISD football game

Dallas police say someone flagged down officers after they saw someone trying to sneak a gun into the stadium through a fence. A 17-year-old, who wasn't a student at either school, was found with the gun.

CBO: Biden's student loan cancellation plan to cost $400B

The Biden administration previously estimated the plan would cost about $24 billion a year over the next 10 years.

KIPP Oak Cliff Academy opens new school on Paul Quinn College campus

A partnership between KIPP Charter Schools and Paul Quinn College will introduce hundreds of high school students to the college experience.

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD superintendent to retire

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD superintendent Dr. Robin Ryan announced his intention to retire at the end of the year on Friday.

Everman High School shooting threat prompts extra security on campus

Extra police officers will be at a high school in Everman, south of Fort Worth, after a shooting threat was posted online.

Vigil held to remember beloved youth coach in Celina who suffered fatal heart attack

Members of a Collin County community gathered Wednesday night to honor a man who acted as a coach and mentor to many young athletes. Trey Boddie died after suffering a heart attack. He was only 39 years old.

Fort Worth ISD makes Superintendent Angelica Ramsey's hiring official

The Fort Worth Independent School District has a new superintendent. Dr. Angelica Ramsey was officially hired Tuesday during a special board meeting.