Education
Our 2023 Legislative Priorities at United Way of Dallas
The 88th Texas Legislature is in full swing, and lawmakers have introduced more than 4,500 bills on a staggering number of topics. At United Way of Metropolita…
How We Can All Improve Reading Proficiency in North Texas
With United Way Reading Day happening in just a few weeks, everyone at United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is feeling the excitement around this exciting and imp…
By Supporting STEM Education, We Can All Help Build the Workforce of the Future
STEM—which stands for science, technology, engineering and math—has become an important focus of many school districts across North Texas. STEM programming is…
School Resource Rooms Benefit the Entire Community
In schools across North Texas, unequal access to key resources can negatively affect children’s educational outcomes, preventing them from succeeding in school…
Hear Policymakers’ Perspective on the 2023 Texas Legislative Session
The 88th Texas Legislature convenes on Jan. 10, 2023, and United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is gearing up for a busy 140 days of advocacy. To prepare for this…
Bridging the Digital Divide
Watch our video showing the impact of our Digital Connections program, which provides free laptops and hotspots to students in Southern Dallas.
Engaging Students with Hands-on Learning
Watch our video showing the impact of Heal Play Learn, a hands-on learning program that encourages social and emotional wellness, creativity and more.
Cedar Hill Students Have Fun While Learning at STEM Fest
By Dionne Anglin
CEDAR HILL, Texas – Nearly 200 Cedar Hill students left the classroom to have a hands-on learning experience at STEM Fest at JoLynn Maddox…