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HPISD Official Says ‘Critical Race Theory’ Not Part of Curriculum, Some Parents Disagree
Some Highland Park ISD parents have expressed concern about 'critical race theory' being taught in classrooms, but a district spokesman says “critical race theory is not part of the curriculum. Period.”
Some Parents Decry Masks, One HPISD Trustee Hopeful For More Normal 2021-2022
Masking in the classroom has been a hot topic at Highland Park ISD board meetings nearly since students returned last fall, but one trustee predicted a more normal looking 2021-2022 school year during Tuesday’s board meeting.
Announcements
Page Pustmueller & Jake Jordan
Jennifer Page Pustmueller and Jacob Glenn Jordan exchanged wedding vows on Saturday, March 27, 2021, at The Western Green, Rosemary Beach, Florida.
Coronavirus
State Department Warns Against International Travel Amid ‘Unprecedented’ COVID Risk
The State Department Monday announced updated travel advisories meant to better reflect Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance that “will result in a significant increase in the number of countries at Level 4: Do Not Travel, to approximately 80% of countries worldwide.”
Happenings on the Hill
Don’t expect Texas to follow Virginia’s lead in abolishing capital punishment anytime soon.
HP Qualifiers Ready for Regional Meet
The Highland Park girls will be represented in almost every event at the Class 5A Region II track and field meet, which begins Friday in Arlington.
HP Rolls Past Greenville in Home Finale
The Lady Scots scored a resounding 16-6 win to complete a season sweep and snap a five-game skid on their home turf.
Grant Halliburton Foundation Marks 15 Years
Now in its 15th year, the Grant Halliburton Foundation has provided mental health education, training and support to more than 200,000 students, educators, parents and professionals.
Dallas Love Field Prepares for Multi-Month Runway Closure
Dallas Love Field’s Runway 13R-31L, nearest to Denton Drive, is set to be closed for 10 months beginning April 27 for reconstruction.
Construction on Preston Center Development to Begin in May
Dirt will be turned next month on a Preston Center mixed-use development that has seen years of discussion.
‘Fashion in Residence’ at NorthPark Exhibit
One might argue that fashion is always in residence at NorthPark Center, but an exhibit on view until June 6 looks at how we dress when we're at home.