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With the start of the new school year, all Irving ISD students will get free breakfast and lunch
Irving, Texas – In a landmark move aimed at enhancing food accessibility and alleviating the financial burden on families, Irving Independent School District has announced the provision of complimentary breakfast and lunch for all students during the 2023-24 academic term. With the start of the new school year, all…
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Help make a difference: Volunteer opportunities at Arlington ISD back to school kickoff
Arlington, Texas – With less than a month remaining before the highly anticipated ninth edition of Arlington ISD’s annual Back to School Kickoff event at the AT&T Stadium, there persists ample opportunity for community members to extend their helping hand. Arlington ISD’s annual Back to School Kickoff set to…
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Out-of-state students face higher tuition as appeals court supports Texas University’s policy
Denton, Texas – In a landmark decision on Monday, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals permitted the University of North Texas to persist in levying higher tuition charges on American citizens hailing from out-of-state than on undocumented students residing in Texas. This ruling counters a federal district court…
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Frisco school zones undergo major changes for the upcoming academic year
Frisco, Texas – In a bid to effectuate meaningful alterations to school zone regulations, the Frisco Independent School District’s (FISD) low-velocity zones will undergo significant transformation as the new academic year commences in August. Frisco school zones undergo major changes for the upcoming academic year On July 3rd, Frisco…
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Arlington ISD is opening a special transfer window; students can easily transfer in from outside the district
Arlington, Texas – The Arlington Independent School District (AISD) is initiating a distinctive transfer window, launching at 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 6. This unique opportunity will endure until Thursday, July 20, providing a brief yet significant period for change. Non-Arlington ISD students can easily transfer in, while Arlington…
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Richardson ISD has voted the budget for fiscal year 2023-24, it includes a $14.8 million deficit
Richardson, Texas – In an early June decision that reverberated throughout the financial quarters of North Texas, the Board of Trustees for Richardson Independent School District (RISD) chose to ratify a fiscal plan for the 2023-24 year that allocates $407.7 million, despite projecting a close to $15 million deficit.…
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Dallas ISD confirms pay raise for teachers as newly approved budget for fiscal year 2023-24 sees 7% increase
Dallas, Texas – In a resolute move to adjust educator pay scales, the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) Board of Trustees, on June 22, cast a decisive vote establishing a comprehensive budget of $2 billion for the fiscal year 2023-24. Dallas Independent School District newly approved budget for fiscal…
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New policies: Keller ISD students must use restrooms and locker rooms based on the biological sex
Keller, Texas – In a protracted Wednesday evening session marked by an hour and a half of public discourse, the Keller Independent School District board sanctioned a series of contentious policy modifications centering on pronoun utilization. The special board assembly, which took place more than a week subsequent to…
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Plano ISD back-to-school event to take place on July 26. Free school supplies and additional resources to be provided for families in need
Plano, Texas – In an initiative by the Plano Independent School District, in collaboration with the City of Plano, enrollment is presently ongoing for an imminent back-to-school fair. This benevolent endeavor is primarily intended to distribute essential school supplies and sundry resources to families grappling with challenging circumstances, in…
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The University of Texas at Arlington is looking to find permanent hires for several open job positions
Arlington, Texas – The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) has initiated a thorough search for the fulfillment of three prominent positions: the Dean of UTA Libraries, the Dean of Social Work, and the Dean of Education. These prestigious roles, crucial for the institution’s functioning and growth, are presently…