Richardson ISD class project inspires science learning

Their assignment: to create a rollercoaster out of paper! The project set the wheels of these kids’ minds in motion. Bringing the paper rollercoaster to life meant learning about a lot of science concepts, like kinetic energy. Their teacher says she had no idea the project would hold the students' interest so well.

New Texas law requires schools to ban student cellphones

Students in Texas will be banned from using cellphones in public schools next fall. Districts will have to come up with new policies over the summer to either prohibit phones or prevent students from using them during the school day.