News MY TRUTH: Bystanders or Standing By There is really a lot going on in the world today. While I had my words ready to put to paper or on the... Garland Journal2 days ago
News My Truth: It’s a different world, for real! Congratulations to the Class of 2026! In the past, I have used this space to attempt to prepare students for graduation day — a... Garland JournalApril 15, 2026
News My Truth: No excuses, just consequences! There is so much going on in the world and so many issues to tackle. Garland JournalApril 9, 2026
News MY TRUTH: To the Honorable Diane Ragsdale I was so pleased to read that Dallas Independent School District Board Trustee Ed Turner’s efforts led to the renaming of the City Lab... Garland JournalApril 2, 2026
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News MY TRUTH: A wonderful person BY: Cheryl Smith Recently, I reached out to several members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Believe me when I tell you that I... Garland JournalMarch 19, 2026
News My Truth: The campaigning does not stop By: Cheryl Smith I know some people are really upset over the recent election results. Some are shocked, happy, and even devastated. And still... Garland JournalMarch 12, 2026
News MY TRUTH: Let’s all exhale BY: Cheryl Smith Here we go again. It seems like the more we say we want things to change, the more they stay the... Garland JournalMarch 5, 2026
News My Truth: It’s my Thing! BY: Cheryl Smith This title is a play on that song by the legendary Isley Brothers, who sing, “It’s your thing, do what you... Garland JournalFebruary 26, 2026
News MY TRUTH: Let’s Make that Change BY: Cheryl Smith The other night, I got into the car and Skylar was singing “Ain’t nobody gonna turn us around!” Now, Skylar is... Garland JournalFebruary 19, 2026