Tag: education
Bastrop ISD School Bus Accident: What Happened and Safety Measures
A school bus from Bastrop ISD got into an accident with students on board. The district mentioned that first responders checked the students for...
Gruver Farm Scholarship Foundation: Commentary and Impact on Education
The Gruver Farm Scholarship Foundation is a shining example of how philanthropy can transform a community and impact education in a significant way. The...
Pentagon Veterans Teacher Program Ending After 30 Years
James Kimbrough, a retired lieutenant colonel who has been teaching for eight years in Virginia, shared his journey into the teaching profession after a...
News Outlets Partnering with Public Libraries: Navigating the New Information Age
Our media landscape has evolved significantly in recent decades, with the rise of the internet and social media altering how people access information. News...
Reflecting on Aggie Bonfire Tragedy: 25 Years Later in Texas Standard for Nov. 18,...
On Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, the State Board of Education in Texas is considering a proposed curriculum that would incorporate teachings from the Bible...
Texas State Curriculum Criticized for Glossing Over Slavery and Racism
A new Texas curriculum for first-grade students aims to engage them with a lesson on Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's historic estate known for its architecture....
Texas High School Sports Authority’s Decision to Bench Emerging Powerhouse
Faith Family Academy, a charter high school in south Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood, recently made headlines with their impressive girls’ basketball team. The team...
Aggie Bonfire Collapse: 25th Anniversary Reflections and Lessons Learned
On November 18, 1999, a tragic event occurred during the annual Aggie Bonfire at Texas A&M University. The bonfire, a tradition built entirely by...
Round Rock ISD Student Wins Prestigious National STEM Award
Samvith Mahadevan, a student at Canyon Vista Middle School in Central Texas, recently won a prestigious national STEM award for his innovative project aimed...
Reducing Child Care Costs in Travis County: A Solution to High Expenses
Travis County voters have recently approved a tax rate increase to address the rising need for affordable child care in the area. This increase,...