Dallas ISD to vote on cellphone ban in schools
DISD trustees could vote on a new student code of conduct for the next school year, which includes a district-wide cellphone ban for students.
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DISD trustees could vote on a new student code of conduct for the next school year, which includes a district-wide cellphone ban for students.
The Ten Commandments laws are among efforts, mainly in conservative-led states, to insert religion into public schools.
On June 17, spring 2025 STAAR test results for grades 3-8 were released.
For over 20 years, thousands of undocumented students have benefited from the Texas Dream Act.
Nearly half of that new funding will go towards teacher pay raises.
The DOJ sued Texas on Wednesday over a long-standing state education policy, which it says illegally favors undocumented foreign students.
Teachers and non-administrative staff across Texas will receive salary increases under the new legislation.
CHISD said the goal is to increase scholar focus, reduce classroom distractions and enhance academic engagement across all grade levels.
With constant talk of tariffs and a possible trade war, there is an air of uncertainty that hangs over the economy, and some companies are responding by keeping hiring flat.
HB 6 would allow suspensions for students from pre-K to second grade.
Districts have said that moving to a four-day school week will help them recruit and retain quality teachers.
As the final week of the Texas legislative session begins, there are a few education bills that could make it to the finish line.
The measure could be voted on in the House on Friday.
When Lacey Beasley talked to Prosper ISD Superintendent Holly Ferguson, she said the ratings aren't what they are chalked up to be.
The Texas Senate is expected to approve the bill. It will then head to the House.