Any federal attempt to force Texas schools into race-based disciplinary policies would violate state law, acting AG John Scott wrote in an opinion.
‘The joke’s on us’: Highland Park ISD student kicked out each day over masking policies
A Highland Park ISD student says he has been kicked out of school daily since the governor's executive order ending statewide mask mandates went into effect. Andrew Siino said that before Gov. Greg...
By Kyla Asbury | Apr 15, 2021
HPISD mom to board: ‘You have rules for yourself and different rules for the rest of us, including our children’
The mother of two University Park students accused members of the Highland Park Independent School District Board, its superintendent in particular, of bullying behavior, for failing to wear face...
By John Sammon | Apr 13, 2021
Parent backs action against Highland Park school board for ‘absurd’ mask rules
After Texas Gov. Greg Abbott lifted the statewide mask mandate in March, returning the state to 100% operation, some parents have expressed frustrations with the Highland Park Independent School...
Highland Park grandfather slams critical race theory curriculum in Highland Park School District
Leo Whelan, a grandfather of students in the Highland Park Independent School District, has asked the district to stop including critical race theory (CRT) in the curriculum, calling it "garbage,"...
Census survey: Home schooling rises across Texas, nation
Home schooling has increased throughout the country in recent years, including in Texas, and a recent U.S. Census Bureau survey confirmed that the upward trend continued during the COVID-19...
By Mary Lou Lang | Apr 1, 2021
Midwestern State could become part of Texas Tech system: ‘A collaborative partnership’
Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls would become part of the Texas Tech University system under legislation by State Reps. Tan Parker and James Frank. "For almost 100 years, [Midwestern...
Richardson ISD trustee hopeful Clair wants to honor ‘a promise to our students’
Amanda Clair, one of 10 candidates for the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees, wants to use her experience as an educator and leader to continue the positive momentum created by former trustees if...
Walton seeks re-election to Arlington ISD board: ‘I know how to get things done’
Polly Walton, one of nine candidates seeking one of three open seats on the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees, has already served six years and hopes to continue. Her position as an incumbent...
Arlington ISD trustee candidate Weber: ‘The board has lost touch’
Richard Weber, one of nine candidates seeking one of the three open seats on the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees, defines himself as a conservative, low-tax candidate who is interested in taking...
AISD board candidate Daphne Jackson: ‘I will focus on solving students’ and teachers’ problems’
"Lack of diversity and the need for change” are the top reasons why Daphne Jackson is running for a seat on the Arlington Independent School District (AISD) board, she told Dallas Express. Jackson,...
Educational First Steps continues to help low-income children receive a quality early education
A nonprofit group has helped child care centers that serve low-income children in North Texas for the past 30 years provide an early, high-quality educational experience and has helped thousands of children. Educational First Steps was founded in 1990, and Vickie Allen, its executive director, told Dallas Express the organization is thriving. “EFS continues to grow […]
By Mary Lou Lang | Feb 3, 2021
DALLAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY: DBU Honors the Legacy of Dr. King through Service and Unity Walk
Dallas Baptist University issued the following announcement on Jan. 22 Every year in January, the DBU family celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a day of service and commemoration. It is a day of unity, reflection, and gratefulness as students spend the morning of MLK Day volunteering alongside others […]
DALLAS COLLEGE EL CENTRO CAMPUS: Dallas College Partners With Amazon on Mechatronics and Robotics Apprenticeships That Translate to In-Demand Jobs
Dallas College El Centro Campus issued the following announcement on Feb. 1 Furthering the goal of preparing graduates for “new collar” jobs, Dallas College is participating in a hands-on Amazon registered apprenticeship program designed to offer enrollees from across the nation the opportunity to learn mechatronics technology while giving them a leg up on the […]
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM: UTA Aims to build a Better Microchip
University of Texas System issued the following announcement on Jan. 29 A University of Texas at Arlington electrical engineer is investigating how to improve intermediate interconnects on increasingly complex microchips that will lead to better performance of very large-scale integration (VLSI) circuits and systems. Assistant Professor Chenyun Pan received a four-year, $230,000 grant from the […]
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY: Black History Month 2021
Texas A&M University College of Dentistry issued the following announcement on Feb. 1 Dr. Kelton Stewart, chair and graduate program director, Department of Orthodontics and Oral Facial Genetics, Indiana University School of Dentistry. Professional degrees: DDS, 2006; Orthodontics certificate, 2008; Master’s in health professions education, 2008. What your current role means to you and how it has been […]
NORTH DALLAS HIGH SCHOOL: Join North Dallas P-Tech
North Dallas High School recently issued the following announcement. We are so excited that you are considering the North Dallas P-TECH and Dallas College Brookhaven! Please take a look around our website and go to choose.dallasisd.org to complete an application by February 7th. If you would like help with your application, please go to www.tiny.cc/beabulldog on […]
