Teacher puts congratulatory yard sign in front of student's home after he aces reading test
Ashly McCarley took to social media on August 18 after receiving a surprise visit from her son Christopher's teacher. The post has since gone viral with over 19,000 likes and nearly 10,000 shares.
Ashly McCarley took to social media on August 18 after receiving a surprise visit from her son Christopher's teacher. The post has since gone viral with over 19,000 likes and nearly 10,000 shares.
Recovering musicians bring free concerts to special needs facilities
A group of musicians in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction are using their talents to spread a little love.
A group of musicians in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction are using their talents to spread a little love.
Texas wants to move away from abstinence-only sex ed
For more than 20 years, school districts here have emphasized abstinence above all else in sex education. But soon, members of the Texas Board of Education will consider whether to add new topics like “sexual risk reduction methods,” “healthy relationships,” and “anatomy” in grades as early as kindergarten.
For more than 20 years, school districts here have emphasized abstinence above all else in sex education. But soon, members of the Texas Board of Education will consider whether to add new topics like “sexual risk reduction methods,” “healthy relationships,” and “anatomy” in grades as early as kindergarten.
Pflugerville ISD discusses disparity between number of black children being charged with assault
Meme Styles says last year she got a call from her 12-year-old son's school saying he could possibly face assault charges for an incident, but soon found out it was an accident.
Meme Styles says last year she got a call from her 12-year-old son's school saying he could possibly face assault charges for an incident, but soon found out it was an accident.
Pflugerville ISD schools pulling fire alarms
Students and staff at all Pflugerville schools, like Springhill Elementary, go through regular active shooter training "They are staying put, and they are doing what they need to do,” said PISD Executive Director for Health and Safety, Denise Kablaitis.
Students and staff at all Pflugerville schools, like Springhill Elementary, go through regular active shooter training "They are staying put, and they are doing what they need to do,” said PISD Executive Director for Health and Safety, Denise Kablaitis.
Pflugerville ISD offers school for school marshal training
In a few days, school hallways will be filled with kids. On Friday though, the lesson being taught at Windermere Elementary in Pflugerville was about survival.
In a few days, school hallways will be filled with kids. On Friday though, the lesson being taught at Windermere Elementary in Pflugerville was about survival.
Chicago mother says 11-year-old son attempted suicide due to school bullying
Parents are urging Chicago's new mayor to investigate extreme cases of bullying in schools.
Parents are urging Chicago's new mayor to investigate extreme cases of bullying in schools.
Pflugerville launching a teen court program
Instead of paying a fine or having a misdemeanor on their records, kids in Pflugerville will now get a chance to go before a jury of their own peers.
Instead of paying a fine or having a misdemeanor on their records, kids in Pflugerville will now get a chance to go before a jury of their own peers.
Pflugerville High School student diagnosed with whooping cough
A student at Pflugerville High School has been diagnosed with pertussis, also known as whooping cough, according to a letter posted to the school's website.
A student at Pflugerville High School has been diagnosed with pertussis, also known as whooping cough, according to a letter posted to the school's website.
Pflugerville PD encourages kids to be safe with "Cool Moves" program
The Pflugerville Police Department is looking to encourage kids to be safe outdoors with their summer safety campaign.
The Pflugerville Police Department is looking to encourage kids to be safe outdoors with their summer safety campaign.
Pflugerville ISD student wins national speech & debate title
A Pflugerville ISD speech and debate student became the first to win a national title for the district in June.
A Pflugerville ISD speech and debate student became the first to win a national title for the district in June.
UT Austin develops new system for crowd control during football games
Drew Martin with UT Athletics says they've developed a new system where students can come in.
Drew Martin with UT Athletics says they've developed a new system where students can come in.
UT Austin says no current plans for bike lane on San Jacinto
Nine months after a Capital Metro bus driver hit and killed FOX 7 Austin employee and bicyclist Tony Diaz, the University of Texas at Austin has made no changes to the street there.
Nine months after a Capital Metro bus driver hit and killed FOX 7 Austin employee and bicyclist Tony Diaz, the University of Texas at Austin has made no changes to the street there.
'Ole Miss' researching tracing the 'untraceable' 3D-printed plastic guns
According to the University of Mississippi, 'Ole Miss' chemistry professor James Cizdziel and graduate student Oscar Black are researching methods for analyzing the type of polymer used in the guns from flecks or smears of plastic on bullets or gunshot residue on clothing.
According to the University of Mississippi, 'Ole Miss' chemistry professor James Cizdziel and graduate student Oscar Black are researching methods for analyzing the type of polymer used in the guns from flecks or smears of plastic on bullets or gunshot residue on clothing.
Some North Texas HS students to miss out on college credit after IB tests lost in mail
College plans for students at two Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD high schools are in limbo after a shipment of International Baccalaureate exams was lost.
College plans for students at two Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD high schools are in limbo after a shipment of International Baccalaureate exams was lost.
University of Texas announces new student entry process for OSU football game
The University of Texas has announced a new student entry process for the its upcoming football game against Oklahoma State University.
The University of Texas has announced a new student entry process for the its upcoming football game against Oklahoma State University.
Balcones fault line dead, but UT monitoring others
Austin is on an ancient geological formation known as the Balcones fault line which runs from just south of Dallas through Austin and San Marcos to Del Rio. It's one of several fault lines monitored by researchers at the University of Texas.
Austin is on an ancient geological formation known as the Balcones fault line which runs from just south of Dallas through Austin and San Marcos to Del Rio. It's one of several fault lines monitored by researchers at the University of Texas.
UT Board of Regents votes to increase tuition assistance for families
The University of Texas System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to establish a $160 million endowment from a distribution of the state's Permanent University Fund to generate money for financial assistance beginning in fall 2020.
The University of Texas System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to establish a $160 million endowment from a distribution of the state's Permanent University Fund to generate money for financial assistance beginning in fall 2020.
Texas State has been misreporting campus crime stats
The Department of Education recently put a magnifying glass on Texas State University after an uptick in crime in San Marcos over the past several months. According to students, the word of crime around town spread quickly.
The Department of Education recently put a magnifying glass on Texas State University after an uptick in crime in San Marcos over the past several months. According to students, the word of crime around town spread quickly.
'Angel': Mom shares sweet photo of school custodian comforting student with autism
A touching photo shared by the mother of a young student with autism shows how a little bit of compassion can make a world of difference in the life of a child.
A touching photo shared by the mother of a young student with autism shows how a little bit of compassion can make a world of difference in the life of a child.