Author: A'Nease Linnear

Students at John Lewis Social Justice Academy at Oliver Wendell Holmes were in for a special treat when they received a surprise visit from the Dallas Mavericks. “The children were so excited, it was hard to contain their enthusiasm, so we allowed them to express it – because how often is it that you get to meet NBA players,” said Principal Sharron Jackson. Players JaVale McGee and Dāvis Bertāns surprised students during a pep rally and in their classrooms with backpacks, school supplies and Mavs T-shirts. “I am from a similar place as these kids, and I understand what they go…

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Los estudiantes de John Lewis Social Justice Academy en Oliver Wendell Holmes se llevaron una agradable sorpresa cuando recibieron una visita sorpresa de los Dallas Mavericks. “Los alumnos estaban tan emocionados que no podían contenerse, así que los dejamos que se expresaran porque no todos los días se puede conocer a un jugador de la NBA,” dijo la directora, Sharron Jackson. Los jugadores, JaVale McGee y Dāvis Bertāns sorprendieron a los estudiantes en su salón de clase y les regalaron mochilas, útiles escolares y playeras del equipo. “Yo soy de un lugar similar a este, y entiendo todo por lo…

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Cinco graduados de la generación 2022 de Dallas ISD fueron elegidos para recibir becas de $2,500 por parte del programa United Negro College Fund (UNCF). Los cinco estudiantes asistirán a una universidad históricamente para estudiantes afroamericanos (HBCU). Eric Smith Jr., Kyler Bolden, Q’Mora Walker y Everett Early Jr. han decidido continuar su educación en Prairie View A&M University, y Kimaari Mondy estudiará en Delaware State University. “Me llena de alegría y orgullo ver que los estudiantes de Dallas ISD decidan estudiar en una HBCU. No sólo están recibiendo una educación de alto nivel, sino que también están aprendiendo y desarrollando…

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Five Dallas ISD Class of 2022 graduates were chosen to receive $2,500 scholarships from the  United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Scholarship Program. All five students will be attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). Eric Smith Jr., Kyler Bolden, Q’Mora Walker and Everett Early Jr. have all decided to continue their education at Prairie View A&M University, and Kimaari Mondy will venture out of Texas to attend Delaware State University. “It brings me so much joy and a sense of pride to see Dallas ISD students choosing to attend an HBCU. Not only are they receiving a top-tier education,…

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La directora Kimberly Richardson de Thomas L. Marsalis Elementary ha sido capaz de crear un escenario que es el sueño de todo director.  A partir del año escolar 2022-2023, Richardson ha podido traer no solo a uno o dos, sino a cuatro ex estudiantes como parte de su personal docente. “Este es el lugar para estar.  La directora Richardson ha creado un legado aquí”, dijo la maestra Kourtnie Newton. El legado de Richardson es profundo en Dallas ISD.  Graduada de Carter High School, ha estado trabajando con el distrito por más de 28 años. “Dallas ISD es mi hogar.  Mi…

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Principal Kimberly Richardson of Thomas L. Marsalis Elementary has been able to create a scenario that is every principal’s dream. As of the 2022-2023 school year, Richardson has been able to bring in not just one or two, but four former Mustang students to her teaching staff. “This is the place to be. Principal Richardson has created a legacy here,’’ said teacher Kourtnie Newton. Richardson’s legacy runs deep in Dallas ISD. A graduate of Carter High School, she has been working with the district for more than 28 years. “Dallas ISD is home to me. My father was an administrator…

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El equipo de Partnerships and Volunteer Services de Dallas ISD ha estado trabajando arduamente para asegurar donativos y garantizar que los colaboradores del distrito se unan para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes y comunidad. “Dallas ISD tiene la suerte de contar con el apoyo de una amplia variedad de agencias, individuos, empresas, públicas y privadas, organizaciones de educación superior, grupos religiosos y demás”, dijo la coordinadora de voluntarios Tonya Mayberry Davis. “El apoyo ayuda al rendimiento de los estudiantes y proporciona recursos muy necesarios para nuestro plantel. ” Estas asociaciones proporcionan a los estudiantes materiales muy necesarios para el año escolar,…

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Dallas ISD’s Partnerships and Volunteer Services team has been working vigorously to secure donations and ensure that the district’s partners help uplift our students and community. “Dallas ISD is fortunate to have the support of a wide variety of agencies, individuals, businesses – public and private, higher education organizations, faith-based groups, and others,” said volunteer coordinator Tonya Mayberry Davis. “The support helps to impact student achievement and provide much-needed resources for our campuses.” These partnerships provide students with much-needed materials to make it through the school year, helping to take some of the load off parents. DFW YES is one…

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On Tuesday, a small group of alumni, teachers, and staff gathered to say their final goodbyes to Geneva Heights Elementary as we’ve known it, as a five-day demolition project began. “I have been at Geneva Heights for 21 years, so it is sad to see it come down, but I am so excited to be getting a brand-new building,” said teacher assistant Maricruz Espinoza. The school’s $31 million reconstruction investment is part of Dallas ISD’s Bond 2020 project. This building has been a staple in the community since it opened its doors in 1931 and has served many generations of…

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El martes, un grupo de ex alumnos, maestros y personal se reunieron para dar su último adiós a geneva Heights Elementary como la conocemos, mientras se comenzó el proyecto de demolición de cinco días. “He estado en Geneva Heights durante 21 años, así que es triste ver el edificio ser demolido, pero estoy muy emocionada de tener un edificio completamente nuevo”, dijo la asistente de maestra, Maricruz Espinoza. La inversión de $ 31 millones para la reconstrucción de la escuela es parte del programa de Bonos 2020 de Dallas ISD. Este edificio ha sido un ícono en la comunidad desde…

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