Hutto teacher wears t-shirts to promote trade jobs
Every Wednesday, teachers at Hutto Middle School are able to sport their college t-shirts to get their students interested in higher education. Bill Rhoades wanted to wear something different this year.
LEGO Braille Bricks, meant to help children learn, now available to anyone
The bumps on each brick are arranged to correspond to the numbers and letters in the Braille system, with the printed version of the symbol or letter printed below the bumps.
Educator donates 27 dictionaries to Austin teacher's classroom
An Austin elementary school science teacher had 27 new dictionaries donated to his classroom.
Police video shows 3rd grade teacher being arrested after allegedly being drunk on first day of school
An Oklahoma teacher was arrested on the first day of elementary school last week after allegedly being drunk while teaching children, authorities said.
Austin ISD officers to split time between campuses due to shortage
At Tuesday night’s meeting of the Austin ISD School Safety and Security Committee, the district laid out how AISD plans to adopt House Bill 3, which becomes law Sept. 1.
Round Rock ISD board calls for district's first-ever VATRE
The VATRE is set for Nov. 7 and follows months of exploration by the Round Rock ISD Board and the approval of the 2023-24 budget.
UT students move in ahead of first day of classes
With the new semester beginning this week, students at the University of Texas are eager to move into their dorms and start off the school year.
Chick-fil-A's college scholarship applications are open and available to both employees and community leaders
Two Chick-fil-A programs will offer scholarships, with amounts varying between $1,000 and $25,000.
San Marcos students moving into apartment complex find conditions "not livable"
The fall semester begins this month, and students in San Marcos are moving into their new homes for the next year. But residents of one apartment complex are already wanting to move out because of poor living conditions.
Delivery app allows users to donate school supplies to central Texas teachers
A new delivery service app is helping Austin-area teachers get the supplies they need in time for the start of the school year.
Last rodeo for Longhorn Network, the Texas venture with ESPN that once rattled the Big 12
The Longhorn Network that launched in 2011 is coming to a close. The 20-year, $300 million partnership with ESPN was revolutionary and it sent shockwaves across college athletics.
UT students see delayed move-in at new West Campus apartment building
UT students have been waiting for months to move into a newly constructed apartment building in West Campus. But late Thursday night, the Rambler Apartment sent an email to students saying move-in day will be delayed.
Lockhart ISD raises teacher pay through voter approval ratification, decreasing school tax rate
In Lockhart, a board of trustees voted for raises for teacher through a voter approval ratification election in November, a move they say will bring in $3 million all while decreasing the school tax rate. Lockhart ISD superintendent Mark Estrada joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.
Travis ECHS serves as counseling center after body of student found on campus
The Travis Early College High School community gathered at the school today to show support, raise awareness and reevaluate current mental health resources after the body of a student was found on campus yesterday.
Threat prompts extra security at Bowie High School
There are extra officers on campus at Bowie High School Friday after officials were informed of a social media threat against the campus.
Austin ISD prioritizing campus, A/C improvements with 2022 bond
In 2022, Austin voters approved a $2.5 billion bond to fund improvements within Austin ISD. While some project saw completion over the summer, there are AISD campuses still needing improvements.
Travis Early College High School cancels classes after body found on campus
Austin ISD has confirmed the body found on campus was one of their 11th graders. Classes have been canceled for the rest of the week and Travis ECHS will be open Friday morning for students staff who need support.
Chipotle to donate $100K in school supplies to teachers – here’s how to nominate someone
Nominations will be accepted through Friday, August 18.
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.
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.