UT Longhorns kick off preseason camp August 2

The UT Football team is about to ramp things up, as they kick off preseason camp Wednesday, August 2.

Del Valle ISD spends nearly $1.1M to add additional officers on campuses

Del Valle ISD followed the guidelines for the school year by adding nine additional officers to the district's police department at a cost of nearly $1.1 million, including training and equipment.

LeBron James-backed I Promise School delivers 'discouraging' student test results: report

The I Promise School opened in 2018 as a part of the Akron Public Schools system. But, multiple years have gone by since the school's fall class of eighth-grade students produced passing scores for Ohio's math test.

Fisher-Price unveils first-ever sensory line of toys for preschoolers

The company said it wants to create "a more inclusive play experience for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids, by allowing them to create their own unique play. "

LBJ High School football team adapts practices to extreme heat

The LBJ High School football team gears up in practices before the start of their season in August. Because of the recent extreme summer heat, the team has had to make some changes in how they practice.

Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be charged over ‘harmful’ materials

The number of attempts to ban or restrict books across the U.S. last year was the highest in the 20 years the American Library Association has been tracking such efforts.

Hutto ISD holds back-to-school rally for students, families

School districts across central Texas are getting ready to welcome back their students for the first day of school. Hutto ISD held a back to school rally on Saturday to make sure kids are prepared for the big day.

Barack Obama's first college is latest to end legacy admissions

Occidental College is the latest school to end legacy admissions in the wake of a Supreme Court decision removing race from admissions decisions.

Austin hair stylists host hair braiding event for students living in shelters

Austin's Sonshine Braiding is partnering with SAFE Alliance to host a back-to-school braiding and styling event for students living in shelters and foster care.

Harvard's legacy admissions under investigation by US Education Department

Opening a new front in legal battles over college admissions, the U.S. Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Harvard University's policies on legacy admissions.

MoveOutATX to provide free used furniture, household items

MoveOutATX, a sustainability-focused effort to reduce furniture waste, will provide easy furniture donations along with a free furniture market later this month.

Navarro High School barbecue team serves up winning meals

Members of the Navarro High School FFA Competition Barbecue Team served up some winning meals at Austin ISD headquarters.

Legacy admissions: What you should know about the now-controversial college admissions practice

In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.

4 Texas cities named among 10 least educated cities in America, study says

Researchers examined data ranging from adults 25 and up with a bachelor's degree or higher, quality of public schools, and the racial education gap to find the most and least educated cities in America.

4-day school week gains popularity as more districts adopt model

Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.

Sam’s Club offering new memberships to teachers at discounted rate

The problem of classroom funding is widespread and Sam’s Club is looking to ease the burden for educators across the country with 60% off a new membership.

Austin ISD receives $15M grant to install solar panels on 16 campuses

The U.S. Department of Energy awarded Austin ISD a $15 million grant for solar panels to be installed in 16 campuses. Austin ISD is the only school district in the state to receive this grant.