Education

As a condition for receiving federal money, the Trump administration is ordering K-12 schools to certify that they are following federal civil rights laws and ending any discriminatory diversity, equity and inclusion practices. A notice sent Thursday by the Education Department gives states and schools 10 days to sign and return the certification. It’s the latest escalation against DEI policies,…

The Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD says it will create a task force after video of a violent fight went viral on social media last week. Many have questioned the response from nearby staff members. Sophia Beausoleil spoke with the child’s father who echoed those concerns, but says he welcomes the district’s effort to help other students in the future. We want to...

Proposed cuts have parents rallying to save a program they believe is vital to their child’s education.

Give your child a head start in education by joining Dallas ISD’s Pre-K enrollment events.  PreKDallas.org

A new initiative funded by The Dallas Foundation aims to combat the ongoing teacher shortage in DFW by eliminating financial barriers for aspiring educators. The partnership between City Year and Uplift Education provides scholarships for alternative teacher certification by helping City Year corps members transition seamlessly into full-time teaching roles at Uplift Education schools. Texas faces a critical teacher shortage,…

Library Giving Day is a fundraising event that aims to encourage people who depend on and enjoy public libraries to donate to their library system.

A new initiative funded by The Dallas Foundation aims to combat the ongoing teacher shortage in DFW.

Library Giving Day is a one-day fundraising event that aims to encourage people who depend on and enjoy public libraries to donate to their library system. Public libraries are known for books and research materials, but they also offer many programs that promote lifelong learning, connect patrons to technology, and advance our knowledge. For all the services and programs libraries…

Unlocking Doors is revolutionizing reentry for incarcerated individuals to help them rebuild their lives. UnlockingDoors.org

While band members hoped to do well, they weren’t prepared for the surprise they got.

Former NFL player, Edgar Jones, shares a powerful message for anyone who’s ever felt overlooked. Amazon.com

There aren’t many classes in school that can save your life. NBC 5’s Noelle Walker shows us a Dallas ISD pilot program aimed at water safety for first and second graders.

St. Philip’s School graders traveled from Dallas to Ghana in Africa. It was a trip that they said shifted their perceptions about the past and future.

About a dozen 8th graders from St. Philip’s School in Dallas traveled to Ghana in Africa. NBC 5’s Noelle Walker reports by looking back at the past, they’re inspired to stand tall in the future.

Texas leaders push school choice bill with $10K private school vouchers, stirring debate.

The Rowlett Public Library is celebrating 75 years of promoting childhood literacy ahead of Library Giving Day.

‘NBC 5 Responds’ is keeping a close eye on the impact the dismantling of the Department of Education could have on colleges and universities. The DOE helps run public student loan and financial aid programs. Diana Zoga shows you what borrowers and current students need to know now.

NBC 5 Responds is following multiple developments at the Department of Education. Read on for what students and borrowers should know right now.

‘Signing Day’ is for high school seniors as ‘Match Day’ is for medical students. Every year on the same day at the same time, thousands learn their fate regarding the next step in becoming a doctor. Friday morning thousands of soon-to-be doctors across the country found out what residency program they’ll attend after graduation. Every year, anxious fourth-year medical...

Jubilee Park and Community Center is a nonprofit celebrating a first for the city of Dallas by receiving a grant from the Department of Education.