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Thousands of students start school Monday. But some of their parents are still thinking of ways to get them to class. As districts charge for rides, many parents have gone to private transportation, but that has little oversight.
This weekend is tax-free holiday time in Texas and you can save money on back-to-school items. The sales tax holiday, that runs August 19, 20 and 21, exempts most supplies, clothing and footwear priced under $100 from taxes.
An Arlington back-to-school immunization event on Saturday could attract a lot of students from out of the area.
Bullying can happen on the playground or online, and some DFW area schools are taking a tougher stance in order to protect students.
The Richardson School District has put one of its associate band directors on leave after he was arrested on a public indecency charge.
Texas members of the high school class of 2011 have posted ACT college entrance exam scores slightly below the national average.
Going back to school can be awkward for any child, but the parents of special needs children are particularly aware of that discomfort.
Plano ISD's 2009 feeder system is facing a new battle, as parents whose children are on track to finish at Plano West are showing their concern with overcrowding by filing into Tuesday's work session.
Texas businesses and shoppers are getting ready for this weekend's sales tax holiday as students prepare to return to school.
Shopping for school supplies can be thrilling for the students picking out what items they want. But it can also be a real drain on the wallet.
Dallas ISD teachers were paid 15 percent of their salaries, up to $10,000, as part of cost-cutting incentives to get them to leave early. But now the district could use some of those teachers back to fill 230 positions.
The 2011-2012 school year is about a week away. But how prepared are schools and teachers, when it comes to providing an adequate education for your children?
Health officials have issued a warning for kids who have not yet rolled up their sleeves for immunizations. Don't wait until the last minute.
A Texas legislator doesn't believe Texas A&M will leave the Big 12 to join the Southeastern Conference before a hearing in front of his committee Tuesday.
Many North Texas districts have faced down budget shortfalls, but one North Texas teacher wants to know why his district employed family members of high-ranking officials, despite asking people to retire early.