Police chief: Bullying played no role in Timberview High School shooting

Arlington's police chief says he does not believe bullying played any role in this month's school shooting at Mansfield ISD’s Timberview High School. He said the suspected shooter was involved in "high-risk activity" leading up to the fight.

CDC to continue recommending masks in all schools, Walensky says

Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the CDC, said officials will “continue to recommend masks in all schools for all people in those schools.” The reason: time.

New basketball court at Paul Quinn College also serves as a Dallas history lesson

The new court at Paul Quinn College comes with a built-in history lesson. Historic images of the Dallas skyline during the 1920s are ingrained on the floor. The college's president says the depiction is a reminder of a time before racial integration.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill can keep affirmative action, judge rules

U.S. District Judge Loretta Biggs ruled late Monday that the University of North Carolina has shown that it has a compelling reason to pursue a diverse student body and has demonstrated that measurable benefits come from that goal.

Carroll ISD addresses Holocaust controversy at latest school board meeting

Dozens filed into the school board to speak just days after a Carroll ISD administrator was recorded suggesting to teachers if they have a book on the Holocaust then they should offer a book with an opposing view. While some in attendance Monday night didn’t necessarily agree with the example given, they took the time to praise the person who gave it. Others called for the administrator to be fired.

Beloved Arlington ISD soccer coach dies of COVID-19

A well-known and well-liked soccer coach for Sam Houston High School in Arlington died from COVID-19 nearly two months after contracting it. He was fully vaccinated. But he also suffered from an immune system condition that still left him very vulnerable.

Southlake Carroll ISD teachers told Holocaust lessons need 'opposing viewpoints'

The superintendent of the Carroll Independent School District in Southlake is apologizing after an administrator told teachers they had to offer an opposing viewpoint on books about the Holocaust.

Texas schools urged to review security measures following Timberview High School shooting

Public and charter school districts in Texas are being told to review safety and security procedures and how they would respond to a campus tragedy following last week's school shooting at Mansfield ISD's Timberview High School.

Timberview High School adds metal detector wands following shooting

The Mansfield school district is making some changes to improve security after a shooting at Timberview High School last week.

Texas students lost decade's worth of learning progress during pandemic, TEA says

The TEA commissioner warned the state’s learning loss could reduce lifetime earnings for Texas students, costing the Texas economy an estimated $2 trillion. But there is some positive outlook on the horizon.

Surprise Bonus: Royse City ISD gives employees $1,000

The Royse City Independent School District in Rockwall County surprised workers with a bonus as it started fall break.

Enhanced security in place at Timberview High School following shooting

One day before students and staff return to campus at Timberview High School in Arlington, Mansfield ISD leaders announced enhanced security and a safety protocol review.

Dallas ISD seeing progress with 'reset centers' as suspension alternative

This school year most Dallas ISD students who misbehave will not be suspended. Instead, they will head to one of the district’s new reset centers to work it out.

2 parents convicted in 1st trial of college bribery scandal

Two wealthy parents were convicted Friday of buying their kids’ way into school as athletic recruits in the first case to go to trial in the college admissions cheating scandal that embroiled prestigious universities across the country.

Classes canceled, counseling offered following Timberview High School shooting

After such a traumatic day, classes are canceled and counseling services are being offered to students, staff and families. Experts are encouraging the Timberview High School community to focus on their mental health.

DOJ argues Texas ban on mask mandates violates disabled students’ rights

Plaintiffs say Abbott’s order denies children with disabilities, who are at a high risk of illness and death from the coronavirus, access to public education.

1,100 Plano ISD students to finish school year enrolled in virtual learning academy

Initially, 1,600 students were signed up for virtual learning at the start of the school year. No official reason was given. But in the weeks leading up to virtual learning, about 500 students returned to in-person learning.

Family of Richardson teen shocked about sudden death from COVID-19

This teen’s family says it didn’t seem like the 16-year-old was seriously ill. She wasn’t hospitalized. She was quarantined in her room. Then, last week, she passed out and didn’t wake up.

Hackers threaten Allen ISD families after cyberattack

Allen ISD was hit by a cyberattack last month that briefly disrupted its computer systems. Now, some parents and employees are getting emails saying their data will be posted if the district does not pay millions of dollars.