City of Fort Worth discusses adding resource officers to elementary schools

To date, Fort Worth elementary schools do not have officers. Like many other districts, it was not believed to be cost-effective. But in wake of the Uvalde mass shooting, that may change.

Summer school in session for Fort Worth ISD students

Fort Worth ISD is offering 25 summer programs for students to learn and discover new things, including regular summer school, bilingual, career and technical education and special education.

Fort Worth ISD pairs aspiring engineers, architects with industry professionals

Fort Worth ISD gave its students the opportunity to help them chart their paths. The school district on Wednesday gave some aspiring engineers and architects from across the district a chance to get a jump start on their futures.

Fort Worth ISD superintendent to resign at end of school year

Superintendent Kent Scribner announced in January his plans to retire after his contract ended in 2024. Instead, he’s now going to resign and leave much sooner in August.

Fort Worth ISD hosting job fairs, offering signing bonuses

Fort Worth ISD is also hosting a series of job fairs to fill open positions at the district, and it's offering signing bonuses as an incentive for new hires. The district is also taking its efforts across state lines.

Outgoing superintendents say critical race theory is not taught in schools

Outgoing superintendents from three of North Texas' largest school districts all agreed that critical race theory is nothing more than a distraction and said it isn't taught in schools. “This is a manufactured crisis. This is not real."

Beloved Fort Worth ISD coach dies at 86, leaves long-lasting legacy

Legendary Fort Worth ISD coach Willie Criss died over the weekend. He was known as a good coach and for his lasting impact on students who describe him as selfless and patient.

Texas teacher turnover rate remains low despite pandemic challenges, new data shows

According to new data, at the beginning of this school year, the attrition rate for teachers in Texas was at 9.4%. Experts say that's actually much better than the national average sitting at 16%.

Fort Worth ISD's school day will be 15 minutes longer next year

Fort Worth ISD is adding an extra 15 minutes to the school day for all students next year. It's a way to help those who fail the STAAR test.

Drivers warm up buses, some schools open early due to arctic blast

Many North Texas school districts took extra steps Thursday morning to keep kids out of the bitter cold. One vaccine site in Dallas County is also opening late because of the weather.

Fort Worth ISD looks to Mexico to hire more teachers

The Fort Worth Independent School District will hold a virtual job fair in Mexico City. The goal is to find more bilingual teachers.

Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Kent Scribner announces retirement

Kent Scribner announced Thursday he will be stepping down as Fort Worth ISD superintendent at the conclusion of his contract.

North Texas schools preparing for teacher shortage due to omicron surge

As COVID cases continue to surge in North Texas, school districts are preparing for the possibility of a teacher shortage. Recent job fairs have led to dozens of new hires. And incentives are attracting much-needed substitute teachers.

Fort Worth ISD offering hiring bonuses, up to $69K for first-time teachers

The Fort Worth school district is actively looking for more teachers and offering some perks to get them to commit. There are even more incentives for Fort Worth ISD graduates.