As schools increase the use of critical race theory in their programs, Texas Scorecard takes a look at the roots of the curriculum.
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Frisco School Board President Scolds Citizens: ‘This Is Our Meeting’
Citizens say Frisco parents and taxpayers deserve more respect.
Bullying and Intimidation From School Districts Is Becoming Normal
Despite pushback, parents are working to make masks optional for their children.
Psychologist Has ‘Significant Concerns’ About Long-Term Effects of Masking Students
Schools are not considering how mandating masks will likely affect students’ mental health.
Texas Parents Fight School Boards on COVID Policies
Parents are troubled by mask mandates and a lack of access to schools.
Public Education Committee Set to Legislate Feelings in Schools
Two bills to be heard this week will look at diversity, equity, digital citizenship, and defining hate speech.
North Texas School District Seeks to Hike Taxpayer Debt $750M
Richardson ISD doesn’t say how homeowners’ property tax bills will be affected by the new debt.
Proposed School Bond Has a $746M Price Tag
A Tarrant County school board wants more taxpayer money.
Student ‘Threat Assessment Teams’ Legislation Scheduled for Hearing
House Bill 759 will enact more specific instructions for student “threat assessment teams” and a corresponding database, but citizens are concerned about parental rights and privacy.
Are Richardson Schools Failing to Teach Students to Read?
Parents say their children did not learn to read in Richardson ISD, and the district knew in February 2020.