How to talk to your kids about back-to-school anxiety
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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.

Guide to Tax-Free Weekend in Texas
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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.

Back to School: Year begins for students in 5 Dallas ISD schools

It’s the first day of school for a handful of schools in the Dallas Independent School District. It’s also the first day for the district’s new superintendent.

North Texas school districts reminding parents they must apply for free school meals this year

With the start of the school year coming up fast, many local school districts are warning parents that there is an additional step to get their students free school breakfast and lunches this year.

North Texas parents thankful for school supplies giveaway amid soaring prices

With inflation being the highest in decades, on the minds of parents is dealing with rising prices and back-to-school shopping. That’s where the Texas Rangers Youth Academy and Buckner International stepped in.

Man opens up about leaving teaching for better-paying Walmart job

The 28-year-old man said the chance to move up without getting an advanced degree was one of the motivating factors for him to leave the education field.

Fort Worth ISD making hires on the spot as it looks to fill hundreds of open positions

Fort Worth ISD is among some North Texas school districts that held a job fair to try and address the shortage of teachers. Administrators with the school district were offering jobs on the spot with some 350 positions to fill.

Dallas ISD counselors get new training to help ease back-to-school fears

Dallas ISD and parents are facing new challenges this year because of the pandemic and recent school shootings. The district's counselors are prepared.

TEA commissioner admits objectionable materials can be taught in classrooms

Commissioner Mike Morath explained to lawmakers that many of the state's education standards are broad and open to interpretation which can also open the door to problems. He said school districts are putting the burden on teachers to find their own instructional materials without giving them extra time to do so.