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…
Author: A'Nease Linnear
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…
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…
Durante las inundaciones del lunes, la conductora del autobús escolar de Dallas ISD, Simone Edmond, y la monitora del autobús, Tekendria Valentine, tuvieron que pensar rápidamente para rescatar a dos hermanos de un torrente de agua. Después de haber terminado su ruta habitual, recibieron una llamada de la central para que recogieran a otro grupo de niños que necesitaban transporte. Cuando llegaron, descubrieron que los estudiantes habían regresado a sus casas, por lo que Edmond decidió regresar a la central. Debido a las inundaciones, decidió tomar una ruta alternativa. En el camino, Valentine notó a un niño con un…
During Monday’s unexpected flooding, Dallas ISD school bus driver Simone Edmond and bus monitor Tekendria Valentine had to think quickly to rescue two siblings from rushing water. After they finished their usual route, dispatch called on the duo to assist with picking up another group of children who needed transportation. When they arrived, they found that the students had gone back home, so Edmond headed back to the bus lot. But because of flooded roads, she decided to take an alternate route. On the drive back, Valentine noticed a child with a floatation device and initially suspected that they were…
El Departamento de Gestión de Riesgos de Dallas ISD celebró los logros de 21 escuelas el viernes 19 de agosto, al reconocer a las escuelas que muestran un compromiso con la seguridad. A lo largo del año, las escuelas realizan inspecciones internas y entrenamientos de seguridad, practican protocolos de emergencia, distribuyen material de seguridad y se encargan de promover la seguridad en su rutina diaria. La escuela que acumule más puntos al final del año recibe el prestigioso premio Eagle Safety Award y se corona como la escuela más segura de Dallas ISD. “En nombre de Dallas ISD y el…
Dallas ISD’s Risk Management Department celebrated the accomplishments of 21 schools on Friday, August 19, recognizing campuses who showcase a commitment to safety beyond measure. Throughout the year, schools hold in-house inspections and safety training, practicing emergency protocols, distributing safety material, and promoting safety in their day-to-day routine. The school that has accumulated the most points at the end of the year will receive the prestigious Eagle Safety Award and be crowned Dallas ISD’s Safest School. “On behalf of Dallas ISD and Risk Management, I would like to thank all the safety coordinators throughout the district for their effort in…