By Marlissa Collier A few years ago, the world became temporarily obsessed with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. The psychology theory was proposed by Abraham Maslow, a thought leader who, during […]
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A Dream Fulfilled
By Lynn Pearcey Introduction Jungles are home to an assortment of inhabitants: some we know well, some we just met, others we have yet to meet, and to be honest […]
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4 Lawsuits Challenging Book Bans
Nearly 4,000 books have been banned or challenged in schools across the country, and nonprofits and free-speech organizations like PEN America and the ACLU are using the courts to fight book bans and lesson restrictions.
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Campuses across Texas had pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Why did only UT-Austin crack down?
By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune April 26, 2024 “Campuses across Texas had pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Why did only UT-Austin crack down?” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, […]
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Faculty petition to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president after protest response
Faculty at the University of Texas at Austin are planning a vote of no confidence in President Jay Hartzell over his response to a pro-Palestinian demonstration, while students are organizing a second round of protests and calling for Hartzell’s resignation.
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Protecting the Maternal Health of the Black Community
The Fund for Public Health NYC and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene held a discussion about “Protecting the Health of Black Women and Birthing People and their Babies” to raise awareness about the Maternal Home Collaborative Model, which aims to improve Black maternal health and reduce preventable maternal deaths through a variety of support networks and resources.
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What you need to know about Texas’ school safety policies
Texas has passed legislation increasing school safety measures, including the requirement for an armed guard at each campus, a silent panic button, and mental health resources for students, and parents and guardians are encouraged to learn more about the intricacies of school safety policy.
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How do Dallas ISD elections work?
Dallas ISD’s nine-member Board of Trustees has four main roles, including creating a vision for the district, establishing policies to guide the district, hiring a superintendent, and approving an annual budget.
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The Whitewashing of Education – and How to Stop it
By Ameshia Cross In a country growing more diverse by the day, we have the power to stop book bans and other attempts to erase Black history. No matter how much […]
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First executive Black chef for Dallas ISD
Trina Nelson, the first Black Executive Chef for Dallas ISD, is passionate about exposing students to a variety of foods and educating them on essential nutrition and diet choices, while also ensuring that the district’s diverse student population is considered when creating recipes.
