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TWU’s First Major Fundraising Campaign Hits $195M Mark
When Texas Woman’s University publicly launched its first-ever major fundraising campaign in September 2023, the goal was ambitious: raise $125 million by the Denton school’s 125th anniversary in 2026. With less than two months remaining in the fundraising effort, the university isn’t just on track to meet that...
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Marcus erupts in fourth quarter to defeat Wakeland 35-24 in season finale
FLOWER MOUND – The Marcus football team saved its best for last on Thursday night, scoring 21 unanswered fourth-quarter points to defeat Frisco Wakeland 35-24 at Marauder Stadium and earn its first District 5-6A victory of the season. Running back Drew Emmert rushed for 184 yards and four touchdowns on 30 carries, while quarterback Cash Davis completed 20-of-24 passes for 219 yards and a touchdown as the Marauders (3-7, 1-6) snapped a six-game losing streak. Trailing 17-14 entering the fourth quarter, Marcus took the lead when Davis connected with Caleb Steen on a 37-yard touchdown pass with 5:44 remaining. The Marauders recovered an onside kick, setting up Emmert's 7-yard touchdown run with 2:51 left. Emmert added a 20-yard scoring run just over a minute later to extend the lead to 35-17. Marcus coach Mike Alexander said he knew Wakeland would be dangerous late, having watched the Wolverines win their previous two games with fourth-quarter rallies. "I told them, 'Don't be surprised in a tight game in the fourth quarter because they're not going to stop playing,'" Alexander said. With the game still in doubt, Alexander delivered a message to his offense while the defense was on the field. "I said,
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As Dallas ISD considers closing early learning centers, South Dallas parents are fighting to save theirs
As the district faces a budget deficit of more than $100 million, families say their neighborhood schools offer more than just a place for young children to learn. Taylor Estelle says his 3-year-old son is learning to count, make friends and develop a love of learning at Joseph J. Rhoads Early Learning Center in South Dallas.
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Argyle High School band brings home gold at UIL State marching competition
After a band season consisting of early mornings, late nights and a lot of practice, Argyle High School marched home from San Antonio victorious, adding another state title to the trophy case. The Pride of Argyle High won its ninth state title at the 2026 UIL State Marching Band Tuesday...
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South Dallas Parents Fight to Save J.J. Rhoads as District Weighs Six School Closures
About 50 parents, grandparents and other community members packed into J.J. Rhoads Learning Center last month after word spread that the South Dallas pre-K campus could be shut down. The Dallas ISD board of trustees is scheduled to discuss a school consolidation proposal at a meeting set for 4 p.m. Thursday at 5151 Samuell Blvd. in Dallas, and the list includes Rhoads along with five other campuses.
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Marilyn Hampton Cleaned Aubrey ISD Schools for 39 Years, and Now the Texas District Is Naming Its New Elementary School After Her
Aubrey ISD is naming its new elementary school Marilyn Hampton Elementary for a custodian who worked 39 years in its schools; it opens in August 2027. The post Marilyn Hampton Cleaned Aubrey ISD Schools for 39 Years, and Now the Texas District Is Naming Its New Elementary School After Her appeared first on parentdiaries.com .
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A-Rated Schools in Wylie ISD
Schools get report cards, too. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) assigns public schools an A–F rating based on student achievement, academic progress and how well they close achievement gaps among student groups. An A is the highest rating, representing an overall score of 90–100. Wylie ISD earned an A with a score of 92. Below, explore the district’s A-rated schools, with ratings and statistics drawn from school profiles on txschools.gov.