The U.S. should join its allies in abolishing the death penalty. Capital punishment is wrong because revenge is not the business of justice, and there is reason to fear that innocent people may be executed.
Month: February 2014
Ennio Emmanuel comes to Pearce to spread his message of hope and to teach Spanish
Ennio Emmanuel, hit song writer, performed for Spanish students on Feb. 19. His songs spread the message of hope, trust and love.
Texas State Board of Education modifies high school graduation program
Algebra II and Communication Applications are removed from the required class roster and replaced with a required semester of technology. Counselors believe the new program will be beneficial for students.
Pearce adopts new humanities class
Pearce has offered STEM-based elective classes for several years now, and a humanities class is being introduced to serve as a supplemental liberal arts elective.
Pearce students participate in highly competitive choir competition
Several Pearce students participated in the Texas Music Educators Association Region III Choir, with Connor Robertson advancing to the All-State level and Caroline Jaimes receiving second alternate.
Student Assistance Team offers aid to struggling students
The Student Assistance Team helps students, whose names are anonymously submitted, work through issues that may complicate their scholastic performances. Ms. Miranda Gilliam is one of nine staff members who run the program.
Torchy’s Tacos delights taste buds
With two locations in Dallas, Austin-based taco chain Torchy’s Tacos offers a variety of quality soft tacos and merchandise.
RISD publishes 2013-2014 Budget Book
RISD published the official “Budget Book,” for the 2013-2014 school year. The budget covers salaries, support, supplies, and other necessities needed to run a school district.
Snow day blunder causes confusion
In retrospect, Richardson ISD’s decision to close schools on Friday, Feb. 7 was misguided, and ultimately caused more inconvenience than keeping schools open would have.
National History Day competition interrupted by false alarm
The National History Day school wide competition took place on Saturday, Jan. 25 in the school library. A false alarm warning of intruders caught students and faculty members off guard.
