Virtual Open Houses Bring Specifics To New DISD IB School At Paul Quinn College
Dallas ISD's plan to launch a new International Baccalaureate school on the campus of Paul Quinn College was met with both excitement and enthusiasm.
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Dallas ISD's plan to launch a new International Baccalaureate school on the campus of Paul Quinn College was met with both excitement and enthusiasm.
As the district tries to zero in on student absentees, it's possible that some DISD families could get a visit from school officials this week.
Dallas ISD will be working to survey as many teachers, staff and parents as possible to decide whether or not their campuses will operate on their regular school year calendar or the one of two alternative calendars.
The Dallas Independent School District Board of Trustees has approved three calendars for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years.
Dallas ISD is moving forward with plans to launch another International Baccalaureate or 'IB' campus this fall.
Cogdill has been director of the Theater Conservatory for Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts since the creation of the magnet school concept for the campus.
If you are looking for an activity to keep kids entertained this weekend, there is a fun and educational event happening that the whole family can participate in from the comfort of home.
Akash Patel said he has had the privilege of traveling to more than 50 countries and wishes his students could have the same opportunity.
The campaign trail combination made famous by Vice President Kamala Harris is now a nationwide effort to show solidarity and strength.
"As a professor, I like to steer them into acknowledging what's happening," said Manuel Benzvi who teaches at Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet School.
For a school in Dallas ISD, going virtual hasn't been so bad. In fact, it's gaining educators from across the nation and globe.
Some nurses in the Dallas Independent School District are set to receive their first dose of the Moderna coronavirus vaccine on January 8.
Dallas ISD, in partnership Dallas County Health and Human Services and Parkland Hospital, is working to get vaccinations for those in the district who currently qualify.
While not much has changed in terms of protocol for area districts, the American Academy of Pediatrics did update its guidance.
Like all school districts, Dallas ISD has faced their fair share of challenges this past year.
"We are usually all together and close, kind of on top of each other, and now we have to be six feet apart," Booker T. Washington High senior Kennedy Hannible said.
With COVID-19 cases surging, some DFW area schools are hoping increased testing will help them curb the spread by identifying who's infected.
There are hard decisions being made in Texas and across the nation as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations spike to record levels, bus drivers and teachers quarantine, students get sick and the holidays loom.
In virtually every grade, the measure of academic progress has dropped and the school district says online learning and high absenteeism is hurting student achievement.
Voters passed most of the state-record $3.7 billion bond package for Dallas ISD on Election Day to help improve school infrastructure.
The largest school bond election ever for the state of Texas is on the ballot on Election Day for those within the boundaries of Dallas ISD.
The bond would fund improvements for the district from safety and security upgrades, to new technology, as well as existing building renovations, 10 new facilities and 14 replacement schools.
The pilot program uses the Abbott rapid antigen test, with results in about 15 minutes.
About a year into launching their first career institute, Dallas ISD is already seeing a big demand for what they offer.
"Social distancing is a joke on many of our campuses," said Rena Honea, President of Alliance AFT, the DISD teachers' union.
The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023.
The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada.
The Deep Ellum Block Party transforms the neighborhood into a hub of musical performances, local art and family-friendly activities.
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
After a chilly start, temperatures will soar into the 70s and near 80 degrees this weekend.
The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023.
The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada.
The Deep Ellum Block Party transforms the neighborhood into a hub of musical performances, local art and family-friendly activities.
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
After a chilly start, temperatures will soar into the 70s and near 80 degrees this weekend.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
A Collin County man is facing an extremely rare traffic citation after an encounter that was caught on video.
The CBS Data Team learned there are about 5600 mail thefts reported every year in the North Texas region- that's more than 15 reported thefts a day.
The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023.
A newly filed bill by State Representative Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, would require social media platforms to verify a new user is 18 or older. The legislation would also allow the Texas Attorney General to target a social media platform if there are minors on the platform. Patterson told Jack about the bill, and also discussed the upcoming Texas House Speaker's race.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller says a new deal with Mexico to secure much-needed water for the Rio Grande Valley will provide significant benefits to farmers and cities in the region. However, he also noted in a conversation with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink that the state needs to implement more long-term solutions to address water needs comprehensively.
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, feeling the sting of this month's election results, says he and other Democrats are committed to making changes. Veasey of Fort Worth was recently selected as a vice chair for the New Democrat Coalition, a group of 100 pragmatic, center-left members of Congress. He spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink days before his appointment as vice chair.
State Rep. David Spiller, a Republican from Jacksboro, supports President-elect Donald Trump's plan to use the military for mass deportations, arguing that the economic concerns are outweighed by the billions already spent by the federal government. He disagrees with State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, who believes the policy will harm the economy.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Cook Children's Medical Center has reported a record-high number of visits for respiratory viruses.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Auri and her sister Suri were preparing to walk their dogs when the 8-year-old started choking.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Seventeen thousand workers depend on those containers to arrive by train or truck transport inside southern Dallas County’s International Inland Port.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
Elliott Hill is a TCU graduate and currently serves on the school's board of trustees.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
The announcement comes days after the Wings won the first pick in the 2025 WNBA draft.
The Mavericks said Thursday their five-time All-Star will be re-evaluated in a week.
After another home blowout, fans are left wondering what to look forward to with seven games remaining.
The front office remains behind head coach Mike McCarthy, and QB Cooper Rush will continue to start.
Joe Mixon ran for three touchdowns, Derek Barnett returned a fumble 28 yards for a score and the Houston Texans beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-10.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
Ridley Scott returns to ancient Rome with "Gladiator II" nearly 25 years after the Oscar-winning original.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.
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.
