The IB film students at Woodrow Wilson High School are gaining lifelong skills that will help them beyond the classroom. “You learn a lot about working with a team,” said Lucia R., a senior. “You work in groups a lot in school, but for film class, it’s different because everyone has their own vision, and you have to work together to create one vision.” In addition to working as a group to shoot, edit, and produce film projects, students also stand in as actors for each other as needed. With so many moving parts on any given day or project,…
Author: Jenna Carpenter
Dallas ISD is rolling out an innovative way to bring career training directly to students. Career and Technical Education recently launched a trailer, known as the Career Exploration Mobile Lab, which provides hands-on learning experiences, equipping students with practical skills and industry knowledge. “The inspiration was to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world career possibilities for 7th-grade students,” said Jessica Borges, project manager for CTE. “We wanted to create an engaging and interactive way to introduce them to high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand career paths that they might not otherwise encounter.” The idea for a mobile classroom and finding…
Ciento seis estudiantes deportistas celebraron el “National Signing Day” firmando con sus universidades preferidas el miércoles, 7 de febrero. Estos estudiantes de 19 escuelas que representan varios deportes firmaron sus cartas de intención, declarando así su decisión de perseguir tanto el deporte como la educación universitaria. Sus familias, entrenadores, compañeros y el personal acompañaron a los estudiantes mientras firmaban, compartiendo con ellos la alegría de este momento tan importante en sus vidas. Los deportes que la generación 2025 practica son: Fútbol americano Atletismo Fútbol Béisbol Básquetbol Campo a través Sóftbol Vóleibol
A través de la campaña de donaciones por empleados de Dallas ISD, los miembros del personal de todo el distrito pueden tener un impacto significativo en aquellos que los rodean todos los días. Este año, la meta del distrito es recaudar $100 000, y cada contribución ayuda a empoderar a los estudiantes para que alcancen su máximo potencial y a crear un brillante futuro para todos. Con el fin de aumentar la movilidad económica de nuestros estudiantes, la Fundación Educativa de Dallas trabaja junto con Dallas ISD para fortalecer el aprendizaje a temprana edad, la alfabetización y el éxito postsecundario.…
Through the Dallas ISD Employee Giving Campaign, team members across the district can come together to make a meaningful impact on those they come in contact with each and every day. This year, the district’s goal is to raise $100,000, and every contribution helps empower students to reach their fullest potential and create brighter futures for all. With a goal of enabling economic mobility for our students, the Dallas Education Foundation works alongside Dallas ISD to strengthen early learning, advance literacy, and drive post-secondary success. This year, donations will be used to: Continue to fund innovative teaching grants Install more…
Celebrating National Signing Day in style, 106 student-athletes across Dallas ISD signed to their college of choice on Wednesday, Feb. 7. Students from 19 high schools and representing a variety of sports signed their National Letters of Intent, solidifying their decision to pursue both athletics and higher education. Family, coaches, teammates, and faculty members gathered around the students, as they signed, sharing in the joy of this major milestone in their lives. Sports played by this year’s graduating class include: Football Track & Field Soccer Baseball Basketball Track Cross Country Softball Volleyball
Deon H., estudiante de cuarto grado de J.P. Starks Math, Science, and Technology Vanguard, es el ganador de la 33.ª competencia anual de oratoria MLK Jr. En total, ocho estudiantes de todo Dallas ISD tomaron el escenario durante la competencia que tuvo lugar en el AT&T Performing Arts Center el viernes, 17 de enero. El tema de este año fue “¿Qué nos diría el Dr. King sobre nuestra responsabilidad como ciudadanos y líderes en Estados Unidos hoy en día?”. Cada estudiante pronunció un discurso de tres a cinco minutos de duración incorporando el tema con lecciones que enseñó el Dr.…
Deon H., a fourth-grader at J.P. Starks Math, Science, and Technology Vanguard, is the winner of the 33rd Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition. In total, eight students across Dallas ISD took the stage for the annual competition, which took place at the AT&T Performing Arts Center on Friday, Jan, 17. The theme this year was “what would Dr. King tell us about our responsibility as citizens and leaders in America today?” Each student delivered a 3-to-5-minute speech that incorporated the theme with lessons taught by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Second place went to Sidiba D., a fourth grade student…
Ocho estudiantes de Dallas ISD representarán a su escuela en la próxima competencia de oratoria MLK Jr. Estos estudiantes de cuarto y quinto grado fueron seleccionados para participar en la competencia anual, la cual tendrá lugar a las 11 a.m. el viernes, 17 de enero, en el AT&T Performing Arts Center. Los estudiantes son: Sullivan P., cuarto grado: Adelle Turner Elementary School Jaxon W., cuarto grado: Charles Rice Learning Center Danielle A., quinto grado: Clara Oliver Elementary School Sidiba D.,cuarto grado: Solar Preparatory for Girls Deon H., cuarto grado: J.P. Starks Math, Science, and Technology Vanguard Ivan S., quinto grado:…
Eight students across Dallas ISD will represent their school in the upcoming MLK Jr. Oratory Competition. These fourth and fifth graders were selected to participate in the final competition, which will take place at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 17, at the AT&T Performing Arts Center. The students are: Sullivan P., fourth grade: Adelle Turner Elementary School Jaxon W., fourth grade: Charles Rice Learning Center Danielle A., fifth grade: Clara Oliver Elementary School Sidiba D., fourth grade: Solar Preparatory for Girls Deon H., fourth grade: J.P. Starks Math, Science, and Technology Vanguard Ivan S., fifth grade: Arturo Salazar Elementary School Khalyn…