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Karolyn Brown, a teacher at Mt. Auburn Elementary School, has been honored with the Mirabeau B. Lamar Annual Award by the Grand Lodge of Texas, 14th District Masters, Wardens and Secretaries Association. Brown was one of only 18 educators and students in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to receive the award.

Voters who live in Dallas ISD trustee districts 2, 4, 5 and 7 can choose who will represent them in the May 7 election. Residents who are eligible to vote but are not registered have until April 7 to do so. Find information here on how to register to vote in Dallas County. Four candidates are seeking the District 2 seat in a special election to fill the unexpired term of Mike Morath, who was appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott to be Texas Commissioner of Education. The winner will serve the remaining year of the term. Candidates are Mita Havlick, Carlos…

Parents and students will have an opportunity to talk to representatives from various colleges at a college fair on April 7. Parents and students can meet one-on-one with representatives from colleges and universities to discuss admission and financial aid opportunities at their respective institutions.   Register before the fair to make the most of your time onsite and ensure that colleges can follow up with you. Review the list of colleges that will be at the fair. Upon arrival at the fair, pick up a map to find your best-fitting colleges. Counselors will be available onsite to help you determine the colleges that…

The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum will accept applications from 2016, 2017, and 2018 high school graduates for “Camp 43: Leader of One, Leader of Many” now until April 29, 2016. “Understanding the concepts of personal values, principle-based decision making, leadership, and planning for the future are critical for a young person’s success, both professionally and personally,” said Alan C. Lowe, director of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. “I think we’ve done an excellent job this year filling Camp 43’s itinerary with wonderful, unique experiences for our students.” Held June 15-17, 2016, 25 high school…