TEA visits Fort Worth ISD as possible state takeover looms
The TEA made its long-awaited visit to FWISD on Thursday as the school district faces a potential state takeover.
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The TEA made its long-awaited visit to FWISD on Thursday as the school district faces a potential state takeover.
The Texas Education Agency is making its long-awaited visit to Fort Worth ISD on Thursday as the school district faces a potential state takeover.
Proposed changes would have students take shorter assessments three times during the school year.
The head of the Texas Education Agency is visiting Dallas Friday morning as 2024-2025 A-F ratings for Texas schools were released.
The head of the Texas Education Agency visited Dallas Friday morning as 2024-2025 A-F ratings for Texas schools were released.
While eyes are on Fort Worth ISD amidst a potential state takeover, TEA Commissioner Mike Morath will be visiting Dallas ISD as part of a statewide A-F accountability tour.
Superintendent Karen Molinar said the school district has taken bold actions for this school year.
The TEA commissioner said the state is watching Fort Worth ISD closely and might replace the school board.
As the Texas Education Agency continues to evaluate the Fort Worth ISD, Texas State Sen. Phil King said if the decision were his and a decision had to be made today, he would replace the school board.
When Lacey Beasley talked to Prosper ISD Superintendent Holly Ferguson, she said the ratings aren't what they are chalked up to be.
Mayor Parker discusses her concerns for Fort Worth ISD's performances and managing a growing city.
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The TEA told the state it could take over managing the school district or close one school that has failed five consecutive years.
Many district leaders say the scoring system sets schools and districts up for failure.
The Texas Education Agency released 2023 A-F performance ratings for individual public schools and districts Thursday.
Thursday morning, the TEA will release school ratings for the 2023 school year. Lacey Beasley breaks down the A-F ranking system.
Door security has been a critical point of emphasis at schools across Texas since the Uvalde school shooting.
"The District is aware of allegations regarding teacher misconduct in a special education classroom at Millsap Elementary School."
As President Trump continues his efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, Texas state representative Andy Hopper has filed a bill to eliminate the state's education agency, which oversees public teaching across 1,200 school districts.
The State Board of Education heard testimony from over 150 teachers and parents on the matter.
Title IX protects against sex discrimination in education programs.
Starting in September of 2024, the year-long residency will allow new teachers to work with veteran teachers before taking on their own classroom.
Several North Texas school districts, including Dallas, Fort Worth and Prosper ISDs joined the lawsuit.
You'll have to wait a little longer to see if your child's school is making the grade.
A Texas elementary teacher's aide was caught on a school camera physically assaulting an 8-year-old student, yet Richardson ISD did not report the incident to the TEA for nearly four months.
According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to the domestic disturbance incident at a home in the 14000 block of Oak Bark Drive.
The forecast is 82° with sunshine and a few clouds to begin the weekend. The average high for this time of year is 56°.
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
During the remembrance ceremony, the mayor and city council members declared Dec. 26 as Rowlett Tornado Remembrance Day.
A 56-year-old man is dead after fleeing from a traffic stop where officers determined he had warrants for sex-related crimes.
According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to the domestic disturbance incident at a home in the 14000 block of Oak Bark Drive.
The forecast is 82° with sunshine and a few clouds to begin the weekend. The average high for this time of year is 56°.
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
During the remembrance ceremony, the mayor and city council members declared Dec. 26 as Rowlett Tornado Remembrance Day.
A 56-year-old man is dead after fleeing from a traffic stop where officers determined he had warrants for sex-related crimes.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Joan Huffman, discusses her campaign and priorities. She tells Jack Fink her experience and qualifications include a long Senate career.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General Aaron Reitz discusses key points for his campaign and what his priorities are should he be elected for the position.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Mayes Middleton, discusses his campaign and priorities. He tells Jack Fink his success record and platform are in the best interest of Texas.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Chip Roy, discusses his campaign and priorities. He tells Jack Fink his track record and courtroom experience make him the best choice.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The first state-run psychiatric hospital will open next summer under the direction of UT Southwestern Medical Center in the heart of Dallas' Medical District.
A Georgia family celebrates their first Christmas with baby Anna Claire after life-saving heart surgery at Cook Children's in Fort Worth, a procedure other hospitals wouldn't attempt.
'Tis the season for holiday parties, air travel, and respiratory viruses.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the Christmas surprise that no one wants to unwrap: a heart attack, and it happens more often than you may realize.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
Call it a Cowboys Christmas. It could be a new tradition for Cowboys fans.
Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys blew most of an 18-point lead before squeezing past the Washington Commanders 30-23.
For the second time this season, the Cowboys will have a standalone game on a holiday in front of a national audience.
Cooper Flagg had 33 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and Anthony Davis had 31 points and nine rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets 131-130.
Dylan Larkin scored the tying goal late in the third period and then got the winner 34 seconds into overtime to rally Detroit Red Wings to a 4-3 victory over the Dallas Stars for their third straight win.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
