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Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into whether the University of North Texas is continuing to teach lessons associated with diversity, equity and inclusion, which were banned by the state in 2024.
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Federal tax filings show the Texas Public Policy Foundation gave $70,000 to a university led by one of the content advisers guiding the drafting of the new social studies curriculum.
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An associate of applied science in architectural technology and three certificate programs in the field were cut by the college last week.
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Fort Worth residents raised transparency concerns as new leaders said the move allows flexibility during the district’s transition.
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The demographic breakdown of applicants shows Texas’ voucher program will likely not reflect the diversity of Texas public school students.
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Twenty of the nation’s top high school bands are going to New York City’s Essentially Ellington Jazz Band Competition and Festival later this month, including Carroll Senior High’s jazz orchestra. It’s a rare honor for the band, picked from more than 100 hopefuls.
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Pre-kindergarten classes for 3- and 4-year-olds will be free for all Dallas Independent School District students beginning next year. Up to now, pre-K has only been free to select students, including those in low-income families or with military parents.
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The Fort Worth-area district recorded its smallest growth in a decade as families moved into a record number of homes last year.
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Parents question ties to schools, while business leaders urge focus on results as a state-appointed board takes control of the district.
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The new leader takes the helm weeks after the resignation of Mark Ramirez and as the Texas Education Agency prepares to install new leadership for the school district.
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Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath selected Peter B. Licata as FWISD’s new leader. He is the district’s fourth superintendent in four years.
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Pete Geren, Robert Ahdheih, Frost Prioleau lead list of new Fort Worth ISD board of managers tabbed for Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath.
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On Thursday, University of North Texas leaders announced the closure of degrees, minor and major studies — as well as the merger of other programs — as a part of the university’s strategic budgeting plan.
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Research questions long-term gains from Texas’ school interventions. However, some Fort Worth leaders point to Houston as proof they can work.