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Lewisville ISD examines possible school mergers or closures
Concern grows because of discussions about school mergers and possible closures in the Lewisville ISD. It’s happening in other North Texas districts as schools look to save money and make operations more efficient. NBC 5’s Alicia Barrera reports 20 campuses are up for review.
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Lewisville ISD considering changes for 20 of its schools
In Lewisville, the school district is exploring ways to cut costs after projecting a $4.5-million shortfall for the 2024-2025 school year.
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‘Unacceptable,' Fort Worth ISD student left behind on field trip
A Fort Worth ISD student was left behind on a field trip on Wednesday. The district has opened an investigation into the incident.
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SMU Excellent Educator recognizes Megan Nebeker
Texas Today has partnered with SMU to recognize North Texas teachers who are inspiring and changing the lives of their students.
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Black student punished for his hairstyle wants to return to the Texas school he left
A Black student who was punished and unenrolled from school for violating the dress code wants to return
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Seven North Texas schools named 2024 National Blue Ribbon winners
Nearly three dozen Texas schools, including six in North Texas, have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools in 2024.
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Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools
Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath on Wednesday said next year lawmakers should ban the use of cellphones in public schools across the state.
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SMU researchers find unique way to present findings on student homelessness
Education researchers at SMU who have spent years studying student homelessness and want educators to read all about their findings. NBC 5’s Noelle Walker reports on their unique approach to presenting the research.
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Faith leaders call for peace and protection for students in wake of school violence threats
A plea for peace in DeSoto following threats of school violence. The threats began after a high school senior was killed earlier this month. NBC 5’s Meredith Yeomans has more on the plea from pastors and new plans to protect students.
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Concerns over handling of Fort Worth ISD's superintendent performance questions
Fort Worth ISD superintendent Angelica Ramsey’s job performance is being called into question. Over the weekend the board called a meeting to discuss the superintendent’s performance. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter broke the story and now he’s hearing from a board member who isn’t happy about how this is all going down.
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Coppell ISD looks to attendance to help budget and increase student productivity
Staff in Coppell Independent School District schools are manning the phones more the normal these days. The district is cracking down on students not showing up at school for reasons other than being sick. “Hey, the weather was bad today, so it was easier to keep our kid home,” or, “You’re making good grades. You’re doing fine. We stayed...
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Coppell ISD focuses on attendance to improve the district
Dissecting data is something educators love doing, seeing how many students are mastering multiplication or loving literature, but in Coppell ISD it’s another set of data they’re spending a lot of time on. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter tells us it’s those numbers which could pump more than one million dollars into the district.
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This college is offering a first-of-its-kind program for parents navigating an 'empty nest'
Arizona State University is launching a program for parents and guardians of their students called “Thriving in Your Empty Nest Chapter.”
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These are the top 10 MBA programs in the world in 2024, according to LinkedIn
Stanford University tops LinkedIn’s list as the No.1 MBA program in the world in 2024.
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Former school administrators weigh in on the mayor's criticism of Fort Worth ISD
Former school administrators are weighing in on Mayor Mattie Parker’s criticism of Fort Worth ISD’s leadership, and poor test scores over the past several years. Parker says the district has not kept up with Dallas and Houston’s two other large urban districts. NBC 5 education reporter Wayne Carter reports administrators say changing leadership, may not be the answer.
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North Texas family shares foreign exchange student experience as more hosts needed
You could be part of a cultural exchange without ever leaving home. The nonprofit Education Travel and Culture foreign exchange student program is in need of host families this year. Noelle Walker talked with a family who has been a repeat host for students coming to North Texas.
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Dozens of colleges see financial aid turmoil impacting freshman class makeups
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona vows “to do better” as administrators say this year’s FAFSA debacle is already leaving its mark on campuses.
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Dallas-based nonprofit school expands free enrollment to military spouses
From Ordinary to Extraordinary teaches students skilled trades in cosmetology and medical fields, with the goal of helping them gain financial independence.
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Nonprofit expands enrollment to include military spouses
A Dallas-based nonprofit school recently expanded its enrollment to include military spouses. The goal is to teach them a trade they can use, no matter where military life takes them. Noelle Walker has the story.
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North Texas science teachers set to introduce new, more innovative science labs
During the summer, the National Math and Science Initiative brought teachers back to the classroom to learn new, creative ways to enhance their experiments. Education Reporter Wayne Carter was on-site to witness firsthand what these teachers are discovering.
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Biden administration hikes pay for Head Start teachers to address workforce shortage
The Biden administration is hiking pay for educators in the early childhood program Head Start as part of an effort to retain current employees and attract new ones in the midst of a workforce shortage.