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The Texas State Finals were held on June 15 at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. The finalist will compete in the inaugural National Championship on November 12 in Washington, D.C.
National Civics Bee challenges students
First there was the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Then the National Geographic GeoBee came online from 1989 to 2019. Now, a new National Civics Bee has hit the scene courtesy of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, and Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce is bringing the nonpartisan competition to Farmers Branch and the surrounding area for any students in the sixth, seventh or eighth grades.
Dawn Parnell, chief communications officer for CFISB, introduces the panelists at the Metrocrest Chamber Women's Business Forum.
Women's Business Forum explores state of education
Educators, as well as a successful gradute, from Carrollton Farmers Branch Independent School District, Lewisville Independent School District and Dallas College participated as panelists at the …
Educational Foundation awards more than $90,000 in scholarships
Sixty-two high school seniors received more than $90,000 in scholarships from the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (CFBISD) Educational Foundation this spring. The foundation …

Ensuring Your Student Brings the Best Tools to School

(Family Features) The start of the new school year means it's time to fill out those shopping lists with must-haves that help ensure your student's transition back into the classroom is successful.

Ultimate guide to kids' digital safety, at every age

(BPT) - Technology is an integral part of education today. As kids head back to class, it's crucial to understand the potential digital safety challenges they may encounter. You can equip yourself …

Fueling Futures: How schools are helping end student hunger

(Family Features) Explore these "ABC's" of how school meals and the dedicated professionals behind them are key to ensuring nutrition equity and food justice for all children.