Del Valle ISD joins lawsuit against TEA to block new policy
The policy updates the college and career readiness standard, redesigns the test, requires higher scores. and includes an accountability system that the district claims is unreasonable.
The policy updates the college and career readiness standard, redesigns the test, requires higher scores. and includes an accountability system that the district claims is unreasonable.
Back to school: Tips to lower anxiety for students and parents
The first day of school can bring a lot of anxiety, not just to kids but also to adults. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera spoke with licensed professional counselor Laura Ramirez about the things families can to do lower stress as they get back into their school routines.
The first day of school can bring a lot of anxiety, not just to kids but also to adults. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera spoke with licensed professional counselor Laura Ramirez about the things families can to do lower stress as they get back into their school routines.
Some Austin ISD educators still dealing with air conditioning issues in classroom
Several educators told FOX 7 the A/C in their classroom isn’t working.
Several educators told FOX 7 the A/C in their classroom isn’t working.
US colleges want to 'ChatGPT-proof' all assignments to stop cheating
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots have become the go-to source for cheating in college.
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots have become the go-to source for cheating in college.
Over 800,000 borrowers receiving billions of dollars in student loan debt forgiveness
The Biden administration announced in July that it would provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness for borrowers.
The Biden administration announced in July that it would provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness for borrowers.
Texas State football coach GJ Kinne still deciding on starting quarterback
Texas State's first-year head football coach GJ Kinne is still debating on who will start as quarterback for his Bobcats this season. FOX 7 Austin's John Hygh spoke with Kinne and two hopefuls.
Texas State's first-year head football coach GJ Kinne is still debating on who will start as quarterback for his Bobcats this season. FOX 7 Austin's John Hygh spoke with Kinne and two hopefuls.
Arizona State University to offer Taylor Swift-themed psychology course: Here's what to know about it
A new course at Arizona State University may appeal to Swifties, but the course's instructor says it is not a fan club meeting for the music legend. Here's what you should know about ASU's Taylor Swift-themed psychology course.
A new course at Arizona State University may appeal to Swifties, but the course's instructor says it is not a fan club meeting for the music legend. Here's what you should know about ASU's Taylor Swift-themed psychology course.
Going to college? What you need to know about student loans
If you’re heading to college or starting to think about where you’d like to apply, you’re probably considering options for funding your education. If you need to borrow money to pursue your dreams, you are far from alone.
If you’re heading to college or starting to think about where you’d like to apply, you’re probably considering options for funding your education. If you need to borrow money to pursue your dreams, you are far from alone.
Round Rock teacher's cancer journey inspires unique school welcome
One Round Rock ISD teacher is going above and beyond to make the first day of school special.
One Round Rock ISD teacher is going above and beyond to make the first day of school special.
Scammers offering fake internships to ACC students
Austin Community College is warning its students about a recent scam involving fake paid internships.
Austin Community College is warning its students about a recent scam involving fake paid internships.
Lockhart ISD calls for VATRE in November to offset state funding gaps
Lockhart ISD says it and nearly 150 other school districts – mainly in rural areas – are facing unprecedented levels of underfunding from the State of Texas this year.
Lockhart ISD says it and nearly 150 other school districts – mainly in rural areas – are facing unprecedented levels of underfunding from the State of Texas this year.
UT Austin to build new hospital, cancer center on Erwin Center site
UT Austin will be constructing two new hospital towers to house a new MD Anderson cancer center and university specialty hospital.
UT Austin will be constructing two new hospital towers to house a new MD Anderson cancer center and university specialty hospital.
No air conditioning at some Austin ISD campuses as new school year begins
Some Austin ISD campuses experienced issues with their air conditioning systems Monday as students returned to campus after their summer break.
Some Austin ISD campuses experienced issues with their air conditioning systems Monday as students returned to campus after their summer break.
Austin ISD students return to campus for first day of new school year
Austin ISD's 125 campuses welcomed back students for a brand new school year Monday, with district administrators and city officials touring the campuses.
Austin ISD's 125 campuses welcomed back students for a brand new school year Monday, with district administrators and city officials touring the campuses.
First day of school photos: What to avoid posting, according to police
Before you post those adorable back to school photos, Round Rock police have a warning.
Before you post those adorable back to school photos, Round Rock police have a warning.
How to keep your kids safe on the road while going to school
With the new school year starting across Central Texas, drivers, parents and students are being reminded to keep safety in mind while traveling to, from and around campuses.
With the new school year starting across Central Texas, drivers, parents and students are being reminded to keep safety in mind while traveling to, from and around campuses.
Austin back-to-school shoppers save money during tax-free weekend
Austin back-to-school shoppers took advantage of the annual three-day sales tax holiday to save money on school supplies and other items.
Austin back-to-school shoppers took advantage of the annual three-day sales tax holiday to save money on school supplies and other items.
Classes still canceled early next week after school bus route disaster in Kentucky
A redesign of the district's school bus routes left some children stranded at home on the first day of school -- and others getting home at late as 10 p.m.
A redesign of the district's school bus routes left some children stranded at home on the first day of school -- and others getting home at late as 10 p.m.
Back to School: Making healthy habits for your student's return to the classroom
With schools across central Texas beginning the new school year in the coming weeks, many stress the importance of establishing healthy habits to ensure success in the classroom for your students.
With schools across central Texas beginning the new school year in the coming weeks, many stress the importance of establishing healthy habits to ensure success in the classroom for your students.
New school bus route is a 'disaster,' Kentucky superintendent admits. Last kids got home at 10 pm
The Courier Journal reports the disaster came after major changes to school bus routes and school start times this year.
The Courier Journal reports the disaster came after major changes to school bus routes and school start times this year.