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Dallas ISD leaders implementing new strategies for success in place of "teaching to the test"
School leaders say they're getting back to the basics and giving teachers more time to teach, rather than focusing so much on the STAAR.
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School leaders say they're getting back to the basics and giving teachers more time to teach, rather than focusing so much on the STAAR.
"No more practicing the practice test," DISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said.
Christian Sampson is focused on his bright future despite everything that has happened in the past, but he promises to return to DFW one day as a champion of hope for others.
Of Dallas ISD's 140,000 students, about 20% don't have access to high-speed internet.
Christian Sampson spent six months bouncing from shelter to shelter, even spending some time on the streets, after a fallout with his family.
"They can track the bus without having to call and ask," said Jamie Sandoval, the district's executive director of student transportation services.
The district says heading into the new school year, they've received 8,000 applications—a record for them.
Mesquite and Dallas ISD will require all students to carry clear backpacks this school year.
Hamersen Bekele put in the work and attended West Point's summer leadership camp and last month graduated sixth in his high school class.
Elia Perez is the first female to complete the full four-year welding program – but don't dare put her in a box – unless of course you're asking her to help you build it!
Elia Perez is the first female to complete the full four-year welding program – but don't dare put her in a box – unless of course you're asking her to help you build it!
When a Dallas student was shot last month in the parking lot of Thomas Jefferson High School, Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde immediately began thinking about extra security.
Dallas ISD's newest Athletic Hall of Fame class is a homerun.
A Dallas ISD teacher killed in a confrontation with DeSoto police earlier this week had been released from their jail hours earlier.
Tonight, Dallas native Spud Webb takes his place as part of the fifth class of the Dallas ISD Athletic Hall of Fame.
An athletic trainer at Thomas Jefferson High School knew what to do when a student was shot in the arm in the parking lot.
Dallas ISD police have arrested the suspect in the shooting that occurred at Thomas Jefferson High School on Tuesday.
Thomas Jefferson Principal Ben Jones said the band director called 911, the athletic trainer rendered aid to the victim and the athletic coordinator called district staff.
A student was shot in the arm at Thomas Jefferson High School on Tuesday.
The athletic director of Hector Garcia Middle School, Kaylen Cottongame, has been arrested and charged with improper relationship between an educator and a student.
It's a critical piece of the local economy – having enough skilled workers, ready to work. Now, a Dallas ISD program is helping students get more of those skills before they graduate high school.
It's a critical piece of the local economy – having enough skilled workers, ready to work. Now, a Dallas ISD program is helping students get more of those skills before they graduate high school.
In response to the teen fentanyl overdoses and deaths lately across North Texas, Dallas ISD leaders hosted a community meeting to talk about it Tuesday night.
In response to the teen fentanyl overdoses and deaths lately across North Texas, Dallas ISD leaders hosted a community meeting to talk about it Tuesday night.
Albert C. Black Elementary School is set to open August 2024.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
While the city of Dallas is non-partisan and run by a city manager, it is the largest in the U.S. with a Republican mayor.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
While the city of Dallas is non-partisan and run by a city manager, it is the largest in the U.S. with a Republican mayor.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
A year after Andre Craig was killed in a high-speed Fort Worth police chase, his grieving family seeks answers.
The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Jeremiah Cottle is selling all the intellectual property rights for the manufacture of bump stocks.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Three Republican National Convention delegates from North Texas discuss former President Trump entering the convention hall two days after being shot, his Vice President pick, and more.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Sen. Bob Menendez tried to shift the blame to his wife, Nadine Menendez, but was found guilty on all 16 felony counts for a scheme involving bribery and business favors.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Remember, viruses don't really care what time of year it is, or who you are."
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Marcus Semien, Kirby Yates and Corey Seager will represent the Texas Rangers Tuesday night in Arlington.
Witt was the No. 2 overall pick by the Royals in 2019 out of Colleyville Heritage High School, about 15 miles north of the Rangers' stadium.
The defending champions won seven of their last 10 games to enter the All-Star break in third place in the AL West.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
The Republican National Convention continues on Wednesday at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum, where the focus is expected to be on foreign policy.
During the public comment portion of the Fort Worth ISD school board meeting, parents expressed concerns about Superintendent Angelica Ramsey's performance.
Rain and cooler temperatures are on the way.
Law enforcement said the gunman who shot at former President Trump worked at a nursing home and asked for the day off Saturday.
There is a good chance for some much-appreciated rain on Thursday.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.