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About a third of Houston ISD principal trainees were hired for upcoming school year
About one-third of Houston ISD’s principal training program participants were hired as campus principals for the upcoming year, district records show. Introduced by state-appointed Superintendent Mike Miles, the Principal Academy aims to prepare future principles through a year-long, paid residency. Applicants are required to have at least two years of experience as assistant principals and active principal certifications, according to a 2023 promotional video. view article
US Economic Development Administration awards Rockdale ISD with $5.25 million grant
The Rockdale Independent School District has been awarded a multi-million-dollar grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to renovate the College & Career Academy. The renovations will allow the College & Career Academy, which was once a hospital, to be the location for upper-level health science, manufacturing, and technology classes. Dual-credit courses will also be provided to high school students, which allow them to get a head start on their college degrees by earning credits even before they have graduated. view article
Photos of Corpus Christi ISD’s brand new Creekside Elementary School campus
An inflatable shark greets visitors to the new Creekside Elementary School campus on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas. view article
Back-to-School: Safety and Security Across Aldine ISD
Under the leadership of Aldine ISD Chief Paul Córdova, the Aldine Police Department, school administrators, and staff are unwavering in their commitment to enforcing existing safety measures and exploring additional ones. However, it’s important to remember that safety is a collective responsibility. It takes a village, and each member of our community plays a crucial role in keeping our students and staff safe. view article
Dallas ISD welcomes hundreds of new teachers
Hundreds of educators are getting a big welcome from the Dallas Independent School District as they get motivated for the new year. Dallas ISD is holding its New Teacher Academy on Wednesday at the Winspear Opera House. view article
Flour Bluff ISD approves teacher raises for 2024-25
The Flour Bluff ISD board of trustees approved raises for all staff during a board workshop Tuesday, despite budget challenges. For the 2024-25 school year, all staff will receive a raise of 2% of the midpoint of their salary range, as well as a $1,000 retention payment. The compensation plan also includes market adjustments. view article
Students cook up new recipes for Arlington ISD lunch menus
When students walk into a cafeteria, they want two things from their school lunch, said Kennedie Jamison, a junior at Martin High School: for it to be filling and good. That’s why, when Kennedie got the chance to create a recipe for Arlington ISD’s school menus, she made chicken alfredo, putting a Cajun spin on one of her favorite dishes. view article
Lubbock ISD earns sixth TAEA District of Distinction Award
For the sixth year in a row, Lubbock ISD is a Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) District of Distinction for the 2023-2024 academic year. This honor places the district’s visual art programs in the top 1.3% of all visual art programming in Texas. Lubbock ISD is one of only 16 school districts to receive this accolade for six consecutive years, every year the award has been available. The honor recognizes school districts for providing a well-rounded education that advocates and integrates visual arts curriculum to inspire creativity and reach all varieties of learners. view article
Local, Metroplex Parents Split Over Student Access to Cell Phones at School
Parents disagree over what limits—if any—are appropriate as more Texas school districts propose policies restricting students’ access to cell phones.Keller Independent School District is the latest to consider keeping kids off their phones during school hours. “The data is clear that cell phones and social media are addictive, contribute to mental health issues, and are a disruption to the learning environment. This policy will help address this issue by re-establishing a healthy, safe, and positive learning environment,” Board President Charles Randklev posted before last week’s school board meeting During the July 25 meeting, trustees previewed a policy requiring students to keep their cell phones turned off and stored in a bag or locker throughout the school day—including during class changes and lunch. Students can use their phones in emergencies or “for approved purposes. view article
Texas Secures Historic $1.4 Billion Settlement with Meta Over Privacy Violations
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced a landmark $1.4 billion settlement with Meta, formerly known as Facebook, after the company was accused of violating user privacy. In February 2022, Paxton sued Meta for capturing and using the biometric data of millions of Texans without properly obtaining their informed consent, in violation of Texas law. The company was accused of storing millions of biometric identifiers, defined by statute as “a retina or iris scan, fingerprint, voiceprint, or record of hand or face geometry,” contained in photos and videos uploaded by users of the social media app. Paxton’s office noted that the settlement is the largest ever obtained from an action by a single state and the largest privacy settlement secured by an attorney general. In comparison, 40 states received a $390 million settlement from Google in 2022 over the tech giant’s location tracking practices. view article
La Vega ISD holds meeting for new safety and security committee ahead of upcoming school year
As we approach a new school year, the safety of staff and students on campus is now on the top of everyone’s mind. In response to the increase of violence in schools over recent years, many school districts like La Vega ISD are now taking steps to ensure the safety and security of their schools. view article
Lufkin ISD seeks state waivers to address attendance drop
Lower attendance has become increasingly common in Texas schools over the past few years. Lufkin ISD is one district currently dealing with this issue. Tuesday, the Lufkin ISD school board approved low-attendance waivers for the upcoming school year. These waivers are requested when a school’s average attendance drops below 80%. view article
Two North Texas seniors painted pro-Trump parking spaces, now the school district is asking them to paint over them
At least two students at Keller High School were asked to re-paint their senior parking spaces after administrators reviewed them and saw that they had rendered a pro-Trump mural and messaging for the former president and current GOP presidential nominee. This is the time of year when seniors within Keller ISD can cough up nearly $200 for a reserved space, which they're allowed to paint and park in for the upcoming school year. view article
Lorena ISD School Board ‘ratifies matter’ in meeting about ongoing lawsuit
The Lorena Independent School District School Board met for the last meeting before the next school year starts on July 29. It was a meeting that had such a large attendance that it required an overflow room. Also, so many people signed up to speak during the public forum that time was cut down from five minutes to two minutes. view article
Grapevine Colleyville ISD cellphone policy now includes $15 fine
A school district in Tarrant County is hoping to limit cellphone use in the classroom by making a fine part of the punishment. Grapevine Colleyville ISD said students’ cellphones have been a growing problem. view article
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West Oso ISD launches parent app for upcoming 23-24 school year
There are more than a dozen platforms that teachers use to communicate with their student's parents or guardians. Some of them are Class Dojo, Remind, Google Classroom, Seasaw, and many more. But over at West Oso Independent School District, they have decided to stick to one app called 'Parent Square'. view article
Land, jobs drive real estate in Northwest ISD
An abundance of available space in Northwest ISD has housing developers turning dirt to create communities with a variety of housing types and amenities. Within NISD, enrollment has increased 27% in the past five years, said Bob Templeton with Zonda Education. Experts say the number of homes being built in the district will make it one of the highest populated in Region 11, an area covering 10 counties in North Texas. view article
Bryan ISD no longer allowing students to order deliveries during school day
In an effort to continue keeping schools safe in the coming school years, Bryan ISD has announced it is prohibiting students from ordering food from any third-party delivery services to the school. view article
Pottsboro ISD to hire full-time security guard
Pottsboro ISD is getting a full-time security guard for the upcoming school year. In a recent board meeting, Cardinal Protection presented the district with a $59,000 check. The group set out to raise money for additional security measures at Pottsboro ISD more than a year ago. The donated funds will be used to hire one full-time person to cover the elementary and middle school campus. view article
Killeen ISD employees are getting a pay increase
Killeen ISD employees are getting a pay increase for the upcoming school year, thanks to the compensation plan approved by the Board of Trustees at its meeting on July 30. “We appreciate the Board of Trustees for their thoughtful discussion and approval of this compensation package,” Superintendent of Schools Jo Ann Fey said. “Our budget was tight this year, but our trustees found a way to reinforce that we value our hardworking, dedicated and talented staff.” view article
Cleveland ISD board keeps superintendent, saves $1.6M in costs after public outcry
Cleveland ISD’s board of trustees narrowly avoided a vote to buy out Superintendent Stephen McCanless’ contract late Tuesday night, a move that could have cost the school district upwards of $1.6 million. Throughout two and a half hours of public comment, 18 community members passionately defended the superintendent and demanded the board reconsider his removal. view article
Gadsden ISD students head back to school
As Gadsden Independent School District begins the new school year, they have several new initiatives and developments are to enhance their students’ success. The district is providing free school supplies to every student, ensuring that all children are equipped for academic achievement. The construction of the new Gadsden Middle School has also kickstarted, making it a significant milestone for the district. view article
Community Conversations: Anthony ISD superintendent discusses initiatives for school year
In today's Community Conversations, Anthony Independent School District Superintendent Oscar Troncoso joined the KFOX14 Morning News to talk about the upcoming school year. Anthony ISD's first day of school is August 1. view article
Gadsden ISD students head back to school
As Gadsden Independent School District begins the new school year, they have several new initiatives and developments are to enhance their students’ success. The district is providing free school supplies to every student, ensuring that all children are equipped for academic achievement. The construction of the new Gadsden Middle School has also kickstarted, making it a significant milestone for the district. view article
Over a dozen Texas lawmakers demand more transparency, accountability from Houston ISD
More than a dozen state lawmakers demanded more transparency and accountability from Houston ISD Tuesday. The lawmakers held an Ad Hoc House Committee Hearing on the state’s takeover of HISD at the Hilton University of Houston. view article
Spring Branch ISD’s elementary school closure sparks concern over impact on disadvantaged students
Spring Branch ISD trustees voted on June 17 to close Spring Shadows Elementary within two weeks of the vote, citing budget cuts and teacher vacancies. This year, the district closed several schools and programs in the area due to a $35 million budget reduction. Former Spring Shadows teacher Roderick Huery said SBISD focused these changes in the schools with mostly Hispanic and economically disadvantaged students, some of who identify as homeless, according to the school website. view article
Spring Hill ISD considers options as it faces possible $420K budget shortfall
Spring Hill ISD could face a budget shortfall of roughly $420,000 in the next fiscal year primarily because of decreased student attendance and higher operational costs. Board members discussed the district’s financial future and accepted the resignation of Trustee David Duncan on Tuesday night. view article
School districts on time crunch to fill jobs before school starts; Edgewood ISD hold job fair Wednesday
School districts across the San Antonio area are gearing up for the start of the school year, but many of them have vacancies that have not been filled. Edgewood ISD is hosting a District Job Fair on July 31 as a way to fill the more than 30 positions available. Many of those positions are in the special education field, Mary Cantu, the district’s director of human resources, told KSAT. view article
Dallas ISD Construction Services internship builds their students from the ground up
The school buildings that make up Dallas ISD all started from a design plan, and this summer students learned all about that process by working with the Construction Services Department. “This is our second year having interns in our program,” said Nikki Grant, executive assistant at Construction Services. “Our executive director, Michael Garcia, and chief of construction, Brent Alfred, were contacted by Micheal Gange and I worked to arrange the program. We’ve been going strong ever since.” view article
Corpus Christi ISD to train students as sports officials
Students will learn to officiate team sports competitions this year in a new Corpus Christi ISD course. The Corpus Christi ISD Board of Trustees approved the new course Monday evening. It will be offered at Carroll, King, Ray, Miller, Moody and Veterans Memorial high schools during the coming school year. view article
Waco ISD welcomes new teachers
The Waco Independent School District on July 30 hosted a New Teacher Launch at the Extraco Events Center. During the event, the school district welcomed 145 new teachers, according to the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Deena Cornblum. view article
Mathis ISD heads back to the classroom
Hundreds of Mathis Pirates are headed back to the classroom this Wednesday. 3NEWS was joined by Mathis ISD's newest athletic director in this morning's live shot from the district's first day of school. Our Madeline Salinas also spoke with the school's principal and other district leaders who are looking forward to the school year. view article
Boyd ISD’s proposed cell phone ban moves forward
A proposed plan to disconnect students at Boyd High School from their cell phones during school hours took a step toward becoming a reality Monday afternoon. During a budget workshop at the school board’s regular monthly meeting, trustees gave the approval to add the cost of the proposed plan to the district’s 2024-25 budget. view article
Perryton ISD implements new district-wide cell phone policy
Perryton ISD’s school board adopted guidelines for cell phone use in the upcoming school year for all students, from elementary to high school. These guidelines will start in the elementary school, where phones and smart watches will have to remain off and in students’ backpacks for the entire day. view article
Arrested Roscoe ISD School Board Member Censured
A Roscoe ISD school board member was arrested in Nolan County on July 19th. 55-year-old Allen Richburg was arrested for one count of assault on a family member by impeding breath. At a special school board meeting on Monday night, board members voted to censure Richburg. view article