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Watch the Craziest Texas High School Football Play Ever
It was one of those Friday night showdowns with all the drama you could ever hope for with a crowd full of screaming fans and a field lit under Texas stars. Wakeland High School and Lone Star High had been neck-and-neck all game, battling to the bitter end. But nothing could have prepared the fans for the play that turned a nail-biter into an instant classic.
Some Dallas-Fort Worth schools are restricting cellphone use
Data: KFF; Map: Alex Fitzpatrick/AxiosThe nationwide push to ban cellphones in K-12 classrooms has made its way to the Dallas area.Why it matters: Phones are a key way for parents to stay in touch with their kids. But some students concede that their phone can be disruptive during class, and cyberbullying remains a persistent issue.Multiple studies have linked cellphone use among kids to stress, anxiety and depression.Driving the news: Texas education commissioner Mike Morath has urged lawmakers to bar cellphones from public schools."If it were in my power, I would have already banned them in all schools in the state....
UNT Marks 120th Season of the Mary Jo & V. Lane Rawlins Fine Arts Series
Your browser does not support the audio element. The University of North Texas (UNT) is celebrating the 120th season of the Mary Jo & V. Lane Rawlins Fine Arts Series, continuing its long-standing tradition of presenting diverse artistic experiences to both the UNT campus and the greater Denton community. Originally established in 1903 as the Lyceum Series, this series has evolved over the decades while maintaining its mission to educate, entertain, and enrich through the arts.
UNT’s First-Generation Success Center Expands Programs with Capital One Grant
Your browser does not support the audio element. The University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton has received continued financial support from Capital One for its First-Generation Success Center, marking the fourth consecutive year of partnership. The latest grant aims to enhance the center’s programming and resources dedicated to first-generation students. Desiree Padron, the director of the Center for Belonging & Engagement, emphasized the impact of the grant on key initiatives such as the First-Gen Experience and Career Week programs. These initiatives aim to support first-generation students, who have shown a 91% retention rate and improved GPAs when engaging with the center. The First-Gen Experience, a one-day orientation for freshmen and transfer students, involves families in activities to build a support network and inclusivity. Edward Ruiz, a freshman electrical engineering major, highlighted the benefits of the program, which helped him feel more connected and supported. The First-Gen Career Week focuses on career readiness and leadership, preparing students for workforce challenges through training sessions and professional development. Monica Shortino, senior director at Capital One, expressed the company’s commitment to helping UNT’s first-gen students overcome additional college hurdles. Established in 2021, the First-Generation Success Center has become a crucial resource for over 4,000 students, offering a range of support, including financial aid, career preparation, and academic coaching. It conducted 689 individual student meetings and 45 programs last year, serving 2,579 students. The center is part of UNT’s Center for Belonging & Engagement within the Division of Student Affairs.
Frisco ISD looks to prioritize school finance, local control during 89th Texas Legislature
Frisco ISD is set to approve its list of six legislative priorities in November. (Alex Reece/Community Impact) Frisco ISD officials will be advocating for an updated school funding formula, student mental health programs and more from the state’s lawmakers when the 89th Texas Legislature convenes in January 2025. The...
Leadership Prep School District to open new elementary campus
District officials broke ground on the campus that will open for the 2025-26 school year. (Courtesy Leadership Prep School District) The Leadership Prep School District announced it will open a new campus in west Frisco. The charter school campus would house kindergarten through fifth graders, and it will open for...
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