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Design Unveiled for Bush Library at SMU
Dallas, TX
(2009-11-18)
The design of the George W. Bush Presidential Center at SMU includes an exact replica of the Oval Office, a Texas Rose Garden, and a "lantern" that will shine at night from "Freedom Hall." KERA's BJ Austin says former First Lady Laura Bush was on campus Wednesday to unveil the design for the library at her alma mater.
Dallas, TX
(2009-11-18)
The design of the George W. Bush Presidential Center at SMU includes an exact replica of the Oval Office, a Texas Rose Garden, and a "lantern" that will shine at night from "Freedom Hall." KERA's BJ Austin says former First Lady Laura Bush was on campus Wednesday to unveil the design for the library at her alma mater.
School Shots Deadline Creates Long Lines
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-02)
More than eight thousand students in Dallas and Fort Worth can't return to school until they get their "shots". KERA's BJ Austin says hundreds of parents lined up at the Dallas and Tarrant County Health Departments Friday to get their children the new, required immunizations.
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-02)
More than eight thousand students in Dallas and Fort Worth can't return to school until they get their "shots". KERA's BJ Austin says hundreds of parents lined up at the Dallas and Tarrant County Health Departments Friday to get their children the new, required immunizations.
Tyler Teacher Fatally Stabbed
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-23)
Counselors are preparing to help traumatized Tyler high school students tomorrow following the fatal stabbing of a special education teacher.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-23)
Counselors are preparing to help traumatized Tyler high school students tomorrow following the fatal stabbing of a special education teacher.
Board Of Education Member Apologizes
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-23)
State Board of Education member Geraldine "Tincy" Miller has apologized for comments she made last week on KERA. At the time, she wanted to restore the mention of Christmas in Texas Social Studies books. Some listeners said she was disrespectful of the Hindu Holiday of Lights called Diwali, which Miller said had little substance. KERA's Bill Zeeble explains
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-23)
State Board of Education member Geraldine "Tincy" Miller has apologized for comments she made last week on KERA. At the time, she wanted to restore the mention of Christmas in Texas Social Studies books. Some listeners said she was disrespectful of the Hindu Holiday of Lights called Diwali, which Miller said had little substance. KERA's Bill Zeeble explains
State Board Of Education Mulls Curriculum Changes
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-16)
The State Board of Education is meeting this week in Austin and is likely to put Christmas and Rosh Hashanah back into the 6th grade state curriculum. Trustees are determining Social Studies standards for the next 10 years. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-16)
The State Board of Education is meeting this week in Austin and is likely to put Christmas and Rosh Hashanah back into the 6th grade state curriculum. Trustees are determining Social Studies standards for the next 10 years. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
President Obama Speaks To Students
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-09)
After a week of controversy leading up to President Obama's speech to students, many schools chose not to offer it live. But Booker T. Washington Arts Magnet in Dallas did, and students enthusiastically responded. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-09)
After a week of controversy leading up to President Obama's speech to students, many schools chose not to offer it live. But Booker T. Washington Arts Magnet in Dallas did, and students enthusiastically responded. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Concern Remains Over Obama Speech
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-07)
President Barack Obama speaks directly to students tomorrow morning at 11, via the web. Some controversy still surrounds the speech. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-07)
President Barack Obama speaks directly to students tomorrow morning at 11, via the web. Some controversy still surrounds the speech. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Texas A&M Commerce Brings $3 Million In Scholarships to DISD
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-04)
The Dallas School District just got a 3 million dollar injection of scholarship money aimed at the least likely of college hopefuls - students from families where no one ever went to college. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-04)
The Dallas School District just got a 3 million dollar injection of scholarship money aimed at the least likely of college hopefuls - students from families where no one ever went to college. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Obama Education Speech Prompts Backlash
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-03)
President Obama's daytime speech next Tuesday targets students, and the White House says it aims to reinforce education - to keep children in school. But it's prompted a backlash among some parents, who fear it'll be a political indoctrination, and want to keep their children home.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-03)
President Obama's daytime speech next Tuesday targets students, and the White House says it aims to reinforce education - to keep children in school. But it's prompted a backlash among some parents, who fear it'll be a political indoctrination, and want to keep their children home.
New Group To Recruit Dallas School Board Candidates
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-02)
A new political action committee called "Dallas Friends of Public Education", is gearing up for the November election, when THREE Dallas School Board seats are on the ballot. KERA's BJ Austin says the new group wants to find qualified candidates to run future elections, too.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-02)
A new political action committee called "Dallas Friends of Public Education", is gearing up for the November election, when THREE Dallas School Board seats are on the ballot. KERA's BJ Austin says the new group wants to find qualified candidates to run future elections, too.
DISD Trustee Says He Won't Seek Re-Election
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-01)
After a dozen years on the Dallas School Board, Trustee Ron Price says he will not run again. He says he'll spend more time with his family. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-01)
After a dozen years on the Dallas School Board, Trustee Ron Price says he will not run again. He says he'll spend more time with his family. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more
Statewide Cellphone Ban Takes Effect
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-31)
Beginning September 1st, you cannot legally drive in a Texas school zone while on your cell phone. There are only a few exceptions. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-31)
Beginning September 1st, you cannot legally drive in a Texas school zone while on your cell phone. There are only a few exceptions. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Legal Lifeline For Paul Quinn College
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-27)
Embattled Paul Quinn College, in South Dallas, has cleared an important hurdle ahead of the fall semester. A federal judge in Atlanta, today, reinstated the small, historically Black college to membership in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. That temporarily restores Paul Quinn's accreditation, and its ability to grant degrees and offer federal financial aid.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-27)
Embattled Paul Quinn College, in South Dallas, has cleared an important hurdle ahead of the fall semester. A federal judge in Atlanta, today, reinstated the small, historically Black college to membership in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. That temporarily restores Paul Quinn's accreditation, and its ability to grant degrees and offer federal financial aid.
Texas Students Trail National Average on SAT & Nightly Roundup
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-25)
Texas students scored lower on the reading and writing portions of the SAT this year, but scores jumped slightly in math. The College Board, the nonprofit membership group that owns the exam, reported Tuesday that the average math score for the Texas class of 2009 was 506, up one point from last year.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-25)
Texas students scored lower on the reading and writing portions of the SAT this year, but scores jumped slightly in math. The College Board, the nonprofit membership group that owns the exam, reported Tuesday that the average math score for the Texas class of 2009 was 506, up one point from last year.
Paul Quinn Accreditation Appeal Denied
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
Another setback for Paul Quinn College in South Dallas. KERA's BJ Austin says the college's "appeal" to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools has been rejected.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
Another setback for Paul Quinn College in South Dallas. KERA's BJ Austin says the college's "appeal" to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools has been rejected.
School Vaccination Deadline Extended
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
On the first day of school, Texas students - including thousands in North Texas - got an extension on newly required vaccinations. They get another 5 weeks. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
On the first day of school, Texas students - including thousands in North Texas - got an extension on newly required vaccinations. They get another 5 weeks. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Dallas Police Begin Daytime Juvenile Curfew
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
School is back in session today across the state. In Dallas, Police are enforcing a new DAYTIME juvenile curfew. KERA's BJ Austin says it is off-limits for anyone under 17 to be on the streets during school hours.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
School is back in session today across the state. In Dallas, Police are enforcing a new DAYTIME juvenile curfew. KERA's BJ Austin says it is off-limits for anyone under 17 to be on the streets during school hours.
Economy Project: School Meals Still A Good Deal
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
Family pocketbooks may seem a little emptier today as North Texas parents send their children back to school. Many have had to scramble for classroom supplies, clothes, school shots and more. But in today's economy segment, Bill Zeeble says nutritious school meals still offer a big bang for the buck. Bill explains why they're something every family can afford.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-24)
Family pocketbooks may seem a little emptier today as North Texas parents send their children back to school. Many have had to scramble for classroom supplies, clothes, school shots and more. But in today's economy segment, Bill Zeeble says nutritious school meals still offer a big bang for the buck. Bill explains why they're something every family can afford.
Tax Free Shopping Weekend Coming Up
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-19)
The state's "tax free shopping" weekend is coming up. This year, lawmakers expanded the eligible items to include many school supplies under 100 dollars.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-19)
The state's "tax free shopping" weekend is coming up. This year, lawmakers expanded the eligible items to include many school supplies under 100 dollars.
Texas Student Act Scores Improve
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-19)
For the 4th year in a row, Texas-wide ACT scores have risen. But they still don't meet national ACT averages. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-19)
For the 4th year in a row, Texas-wide ACT scores have risen. But they still don't meet national ACT averages. KERA's Bill Zeeble has more.
