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SMU professor on school choice measure as legislative session nears conclusion: 'They're still not going to get the job done'

By John Suayan | May 18, 2023

Whether a special session on school vouchers is necessary remains to be seen as the ongoing 88th session of the Texas Legislature moves toward its slated conclusion.

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Plano Independent School District on Allen mall shooting: 'Our hearts go out to all those affected by this act of violence right here in our community'

By John Suayan | May 9, 2023

A Metroplex public school district extended support to the City of Allen on Sunday after an outlet mall shooting claimed the lives of eight people and wounded seven the day before.

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Allen Independent School District to provide counseling to 'any student or staff member who is struggling' with mall shooting

By John Suayan | May 8, 2023

A Metroplex public school district began classes on Monday, nearly 48 hours after a gunman opened fire at an adjacent outlet mall and killed eight people and injured seven.

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Arlington school board president: Superintendent finalist Cavazos will bring 'unique vision, creative new ideas and leadership strategies'

By John Suayan | May 5, 2023

The Arlington Independent School District (AISD) Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Thursday to tab Dr. Michelle Cavazos as its lone superintendent finalist, Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) ABC affiliate WFAA reported.

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'I think I began to think in that moment, what could you do?': North Texas participates in statewide Robb fundraiser

By John Suayan | May 3, 2023

North Texans have joined the rest of the Lone Star State in participating in a fundraising campaign for the replacement of Robb Elementary School in Uvalde some 360 miles to the southwest, Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) NBC affiliate KXAS reported.

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'All you can think as a parent is what if they’re not there': Wylie elementary school parents raise money for campus security

By John Suayan | May 1, 2023

Parents in a Collin County city have taken it upon themselves to raise money for security at an elementary school.

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School leaders, law enforcement officials attend Richardson conference: 'Safety is everyone's responsibility'

By John Suayan | Apr 27, 2023

School leaders and law enforcement attended a conference on Tuesday in Richardson where they met with school safety experts, according to a report from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) NBC affiliate KXAS.

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DeSoto Independent School District on backpack ban: 'This measure is being taken out of an abundance of caution and to reduce safety concerns'

By John Suayan | Apr 21, 2023

The DeSoto Independent School District’s (DISD) ban on backpacks is slated to go into effect on Monday, according to a press release.ademic year.

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University of North Texas administrator on use of data in enrollment increase: 'We held a mirror up to ourselves and assess where our strengths and our weaknesses were'

By John Suayan | Apr 20, 2023

The University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton has seen an increase in enrollment, to which a report on the Government Technology website said is attributed to the four-year school’s data analytics.

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DeSoto mayor on Dallas teacher shot by police: 'I believe no one wants to lose a loved one under such tragic circumstances'

By John Suayan | Apr 5, 2023

A teacher with the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) was fatally shot by a DeSoto police officer late last month, per reports from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)-based media outlets.

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Lawmaker on Carroll Independent School District trustees' decision to leave educational association: 'Their tax money is being weaponized against them'

By John Suayan | Mar 28, 2023

Carroll Independent School District (CISD) trustees voted to relinquish their body's membership with the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) on Monday, Dallas-Fort Worth-based media outlets reported.

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North Texas parent on support for fall break: 'It can be difficult, but it's also really enjoyable to have [the kids] around more'

By John Suayan | Mar 27, 2023

Spring break is a common occurrence during the academic year, and in most public school districts in North Texas, so will fall break.

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Rice University researcher: 'Parents focus on sending their child to the same type of school they attended'

By John Suayan | Mar 22, 2023

Researchers at Rice University in Houston published a study that reveals the influence parents’ school experiences have on where they place their children, according to an institution-issued press release.

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'Really unfortunate' Houston Independent School District takeover by state elicits reactions from leaders

By John Suayan | Mar 21, 2023

The State of Texas’ decision to take control of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) elicited reactions from several leaders, including Gov. Greg Abbott and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston-based media outlets reported.

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East Texas superintendent on four-day school week: 'We were looking for a creative way to entice retention and recruitment of teachers'

By John Suayan | Mar 14, 2023

The next academic year will see several public school districts hold classes for four days a week instead of five, per a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.

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Abbott: 'Parents deserve the freedom to choose the best education pathway for their child'

By John Suayan | Mar 8, 2023

Gov. Greg Abbott visited a Bryan Christian private school on Tuesday where he reaffirmed his support for parental rights when it comes to their children’s education, per a press release issued by the Office of the Texas Governor.

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Creighton on school choice: 'It’s, without a doubt, caught a grassfire of support and I think it’s just different than before'

By John Suayan | Mar 7, 2023

A Republican state senator from Southeast Texas said many parents have expressed support toward school choice, per a report from San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS.

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'Congratulations': Frisco ISD well represented on District 9-5A honor roll

By John Suayan | Jul 24, 2021

Frisco Independent School District's Athletics Department recognized its high school baseball players who earned District 9-5A honors.

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'Well known in the industry': Phillies pick up Frisco Reedy grad Viars in MLB Draft

By John Suayan | Jul 24, 2021

Fresh Frisco Reedy graduate and former Lions outfielder Jordan Viars was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies with the 84th overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft.

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'Congrats': Denton Guyer OH Stowers commits to Baylor

By John Suayan | Jul 23, 2021

Denton Guyer’s Kyndal Stowers, one of the top volleyball players in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, selected Baylor as the next destination for her academic and athletic careers.