Emily Pounds

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Emily Pounds

What You Need To Know The new law will allow eligible families to use up to $10,000 per year for private school tuition and other educational expenses, starting in the 2026-2027 school year Supporters, including the governor, say it gives parents more control and choice over their children’s education, but critics warn the move could divert funding away from public schools School finance expert Chandra Villanueva with the nonprofit Every Texan explained how vouchers will impact the state's...

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Emily Pounds

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas is on the verge of a major shift in how families can pay for their children’s education. What You Need To KnowThe Texas Legislature last week passed a bill that would fund a $1 billion school voucher program. It heads to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk nextThe new law would allow families to use taxpayer dollars for private school tuition, tutoring and other education servicesSupporters say it gives parents more control over their child’s education.

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Emily Pounds

FORT WORTH, Texas — School districts across Texas are grappling with a literacy crisis, and Fort Worth Independent School District is taking a bold step to address it.

Feb 12, 2025 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Emily Pounds

GRAPEVINE, Texas — For nearly 30 years, coach Darien Mooney has been a cornerstone of Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, shaping the lives of students both in the classroom and on the baseball field. A physical education teacher at Cross Timbers Middle School and the longtime varsity baseball coach at Grapevine High School, Mooney’s dedication has created a legacy—one that now spans generations. “I would say this is my home,” Mooney said.

Nov 3, 2023 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Emily Pounds