In addition to education’s time-honored three R’s (Reading, wRiting and aRithmetic), Houston elementary teachers Brooke Kohli and Megan Dickson have added another three R’s to their 4th graders’ bucket list: Responsible, Respectful and Reliable. Brooke Kohli’s 4th graders work hard to model the positive character traits and strong work ethic promoted by their teachers’ new program entitled “Bulldogs Today…Yellow Jackets Tomorrow.” Kohli and Dickson created and implemented the

Every year in October for the past 30-plus years, Denison ISD students have launched unique anti-drug campaigns aimed at eradicating substance abuse in schools and communities across Texas and the nation. In 2021, the campaign has grown to include an anti-bullying focus as well, with kids finding creative and powerful ways to “Just say NO” and “Black Out Bullying”. “Our students are tremendous advocates for positive change in so many important area of society, from the annual

At B. McDaniel Intermediate School, it’s teamwork that makes the dream work. Teachers and counselors working in teams with specific groups of students throughout the year, making sure that academic and personal needs are met each and every day. Teachers collaborating with teachers to make sure students don’t fall behind. Staff members working with families to help solve problems and overcome difficulties. Nurses, custodians and cafeteria workers dedicated to the safety and g