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Here’s The Best Texas High School in ’24 According to Experts
Every parent hopes to be able to give their kid the best possible education, the truth is though, that not every institute of learning is created equal. While there has certainly been a warranted push to trade schools recently, as the cost of college has gotten ridiculous, and higher education doesn't always equate to higher earnings, it still remains true that a lot of the time a college degree can still open a lot of doors.
Clear backpacks are here to stay, Dallas ISD says
DALLAS — Dallas Independent School District will again require students to carry clear or mesh backpacks next year, the district announced Tuesday. The clear backpack requirement extends to students in pre-Kingerten through high school, according to a press release from DISD. The district will provide each student with a...
Lewisville ISD Education Foundation empowers students and teachers
Dr. Randy Canivel tries to avoid clichés whenever possible. Yet, even he couldn’t resist leaning on a few of them when asked how the Lewisville ISD Education Foundation stands out year after year amid a sea of valuable Denton County non-profits. “We shape the future,” Canivel said. “It...
Dallas ISD to allow community service, parenting classes instead of alternative school
Dallas ISD will allow community service and parenting support classes as an option for student discipline to keep kids out of alternative schools, but pushed back when the program will be implemented. Board members said Thursday that although they still plan to offer the new option, it won’t go into...
Frisco, Texas Student Among 3M Young Scientist Challenge Finalists
3M and Discovery Education announced the top 10 finalists for the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge, including a student from Frisco ISD. This prestigious competition, recognized as the nation's leading science contest for middle school students, invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for an exclusive mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize and the title of "America's Top Young Scientist." "For 17 years, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge has brought together some of the world's brightest young minds to reimagine what's possible,” said Torie Clarke, executive vice president and chief public affairs officer at 3M, in an official statement....
W.T. White Hosts District Dance Intensive
Dozens of Dallas ISD students escaped the early summer heat to partake in a dance intensive at W.T. White High School. It was open to dancers of all levels and featured lessons in jazz, ballet, musical theater, and modern dance. Students also learned general dance skills, including how to improvise a routine, and showcased their newfound knowledge through performances with each other.
6A Boys Preseason Preview: Caden Leonard
With many preseason training camps either already started or set to begin this week, now is the right time to finally start talking about cross-country again. The 2023 season saw the continuation of Southlake Carroll's dominance as the Dragons once again ran away with the team title while Caden Leonard picked up the individual title as well.
MySweetSchoolDaze Series Returns To Provide Kids With Supplies For 2024-2025 School Year
With munchkins at summer camps and/or joining their parents at the shores and cooler places for summer vacations, there are still some hardworking folks toiling on their laptops and tablets to prepare for fall. For this reason, the MySweetCharity team wants to help North Texas 501 (c)(3) non-profits prepare kids...
Collin College’s Joshua Meza Shines at SkillsUSA National Tournament
Joshua Meza, a 19-year-old collision technology student from Collin College in North Texas, showcased his automotive refinishing skills and placed in the top 10 at the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in late June in Atlanta, GA. Currently pursuing an associate's degree in collision technology, Meza’s journey into this...
Hilltop Visits - R. Gerald Turner: SMU leaves no stone unturned
Welcome to the continuing series of On The Pony Express “Hilltop Visits”. Periodically, yours truly will be joined by major players within the SMU community to discuss where things are and where they hope to trend as this University joined the ACC on July 1. We were very...
Big 12 Conference launches “Big 12 Beyond Borders” program
IRVING, Texas – Tuesday, Big 12 Conference has announced the launch of the Big 12 Beyond Borders program, set to debut in 2024. This two-year opportunity will immerse selected student-athletes in a variety of historical and cultural experiences in the U.S. and internationally. This year’s Big 12 Beyond Borders...
Lovejoy wins 5A Lone Star Cup; Allen, Frisco ISD, Celina crack top 10
The UIL finalized the final Lone Star Cup standings for the 2023-24 school year on Monday, and several area high schools ranked among the best in the state. After back-to-back years as the runner-up in Class 5A, Lovejoy parlayed a resounding athletics year into taking the classification's top spot, with Frisco Wakeland checking in at third overall. Allen finished third in 6A, with Flower Mound not far behind in sixth, while district rivals Frisco Panther Creek and Celina checked in at Nos. 4 and 6, respectively, over in 4A.
Friedlander: Everything there is to know about the ACC's newest member, SMU
It’s said that everything is bigger in Texas. That may or may not actually be the case. But as of today – Monday, July 1, 2024 – the ACC got just a little bit bigger thanks to the addition of a school from Texas. No, it doesn’t...
Dallas Educational Metaverse Gets an AI Boost
The idea of the metaverse, a vast universe of interconnected virtual worlds, soared in popularity after Facebook changed its name to Meta and announced it was diving more deeply into the business of virtual reality. Companies big and small around the globe began making their own virtual worlds. Some of...
Dreamland Preschool Offers Families a New Reggio Emilia-Inspired Way of Learning
Dreamland Preschool is committed to instilling lifelong learning skills and values in young children. We are a school where children are protagonists and where their senses are stimulated. Reggio Emilia Educational Philosophy. As a Reggio Emilia-inspired school, our educational philosophy is based on the belief that every child is unique...
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