Fort Worth ISD's school day will be 15 minutes longer next year
Fort Worth ISD is adding an extra 15 minutes to the school day for all students next year. It's a way to help those who fail the STAAR test.
Drivers warm up buses, some schools open early due to arctic blast
Many North Texas school districts took extra steps Thursday morning to keep kids out of the bitter cold. One vaccine site in Dallas County is also opening late because of the weather.
Fort Worth ISD looks to Mexico to hire more teachers
The Fort Worth Independent School District will hold a virtual job fair in Mexico City. The goal is to find more bilingual teachers.
Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Kent Scribner announces retirement
Kent Scribner announced Thursday he will be stepping down as Fort Worth ISD superintendent at the conclusion of his contract.
North Texas school districts make changes to COVID-19 protocols as cases surge
Several North Texas school districts are re-evaluating their isolation period for COVID positive cases.
North Texas schools preparing for teacher shortage due to omicron surge
As COVID cases continue to surge in North Texas, school districts are preparing for the possibility of a teacher shortage. Recent job fairs have led to dozens of new hires. And incentives are attracting much-needed substitute teachers.
Tarrant County school districts resuming in-person classes amid omicron spread
Fort Worth ISD custodians sanitized campuses on Tuesday as part of preparing for the return of roughly 74,000 students on Wednesday.
Fort Worth ISD offering hiring bonuses, up to $69K for first-time teachers
The Fort Worth school district is actively looking for more teachers and offering some perks to get them to commit. There are even more incentives for Fort Worth ISD graduates.
North Texas school districts struggling to fill teacher vacancies
From Dallas ISD to Fort Worth ISD and beyond, districts are offering some big incentives in hopes of attracting and retaining teachers.
Child COVID-19 vaccinations start at south Fort Worth site
Some Fort Worth ISD students aged 5 to 11 are among the first in the district to get the pediatric Pfizer COVID vaccine approved for emergency use authorization earlier this week. The drive-thru clinic put together by Fort Worth ISD and the city of Fort Worth was held at the district’s Wilkerson-Greines Activity Center.
Fort Worth ISD's $1.2 billion proposition too close to call until absentee ballots are counted
The district's Proposition A called for more than $1 billion to improve and build schools.
North Texas school districts revisiting mask mandates as COVID-19 cases drop
COVID-19 patient levels in North Texas are the lowest they’ve been since July. Because of that and low cases, multiple school districts have lifted their mandatory mask policy.
Fort Worth ISD gives tour of Arlington Heights renovations
A two-story library and media center is giving students a college-like atmosphere on campus. There are also newly renovated fine arts spaces and more career and technology education options at the school.
Fire at Fort Worth elementary school investigated as arson, person detained
Authorities are investigating a fire at a Fort Worth ISD elementary school Saturday night as arson. A suspect was arrested.
13 Fort Worth ISD teacher candidates surprised with $20,000 bonus
A group of 13 student-teachers who have made an impact in the Fort Worth Independent School District over the past year were surprised Thursday with $20,000.
Fort Worth ISD offering bonuses for vaccinated employees
All full-time and part-time Fort Worth ISD employees and substitutes are eligible for a $500 bonus. They just have to show proof that they’re fully vaccinated.
Fort Worth ISD superintendent discusses how the district has navigated the COVID-19 pandemic
Fort Worth ISD's superintendent spoke about challenges and opportunities for the district during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fort Worth ISD official reports 2 district employees died of COVID-19 this week
A Fort Worth ISD official said two employees died of COVID-19 this week.
Fort Worth ISD mask mandate halted by appeals court
A mask mandate was in place Monday morning when students showed up for school. But around lunchtime, it was reversed after the district was ordered to abandon the requirement by a court.
Fort Worth ISD implementing mask mandate starting Monday
Starting Monday, masks will be required in Fort Worth ISD classrooms and buildings for all students, teachers, staff, and visitors.