With summer break in full swing, Dallas ISD safety officials are sharing helpful reminders to keep students safe and healthy throughout the season. “Summer is a time to celebrate accomplishments, like finishing the school year or graduating, and to look ahead to new adventures,” said Chief Albert Martinez of the Dallas ISD Police Department. “At the same time, the season brings its own challenges, such as extreme heat and large gatherings.” Martinez encourages having a basic safety plan in place before participating in any summer activity. Simple steps like wearing a life vest during water activities, applying sunscreen before spending…
Author: Jenna Carpenter
A historic move for high school athletics, Dallas ISD, in partnership with the Dallas Cowboys, launched its first-ever girls flag football league this spring. “This program opens doors for girls to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and form lasting friendships. It also gives them the chance to compete, stay active, and even explore future opportunities in athletics,” said Paula Lewis, coach at Lincoln High School and Humanities/Communications Magnet. “Whether that’s playing at the next level or getting involved in coaching, officiating, or sports management, this sport will open doors across the board for girls.” Recent Lincoln grad, Sy’Niyah G., and…
Geneva Heights Elementary School ha pasado página, pues entrará en una nueva etapa a la vez que honre su largo legado. Construida en 1931, la escuela tiene un exterior de ladrillo rojo y diseño “art déco” que son símbolos de orgullo en su histórico vecindario. Cuando llegó el momento de hacer actualizaciones y mejoras, Dallas ISD tomó una decisión clara: conservar lo histórico y reimaginar lo posible. “La preservación histórica es importante porque brinda un espacio para que las comunidades identifiquen y conserven los edificios históricos que consideran valiosos”, dijo Kathleen Lenihan, directora de diseño de Servicios de Construcción/Oficina de…
Geneva Heights Elementary School turned a new page and stepped into the future while honoring its rich, and long-standing legacy. Built in 1931, the school’s red-brick exterior and art deco design have been a symbol of pride in the historic neighborhood. When it came time to make upgrades and improvements, Dallas ISD made a clear choice; to preserve the history while reimagining what’s possible. “Historic preservation is important in that it provides a forum for communities to identify and conserve historic buildings they deem to have value,” said Kathleen Lenihan, design director for Construction Services/Bond Office at Dallas ISD. “It…
La Noche para conocer al entrenador de Dallas ISD ofrece a los estudiantes-atletas la oportunidad de conocer a sus nuevos entrenadores antes del inicio del año escolar. Una iniciativa de Stephanie S. Elizalde, Ed.D., el evento se llevará a cabo el 13 de mayo para los estudiantes que ingresarán al séptimo grado y el 14 de mayo para los que ingresarán al noveno grado, brindando a los estudiantes información importante para prepararse para su trayectoria deportiva. Similar a la Noche para conocer al maestro, los estudiantes-atletas conocerán al coordinador atlético y a los entrenadores principales de cada deporte, y revisarán…
Dallas ISD’s Meet the Coach Night provides student-athletes an early opportunity to connect with their new coaches before the start of the school year. An initiative by Superintendent Stephanie S. Elizalde, Ed.D., the event will be held on May 13 for rising seventh graders and May 14 for rising ninth graders, offering students valuable insights to prepare for their athletic journeys. Similar to Meet the Teacher Night, student-athletes will meet each sport’s athletic coordinator and head coaches, and review requirements for athletic physicals necessary to participate in any sport. The event also aims to increase student participation in UIL athletics.…
En Thomas Jefferson High School, la banda no solo procura tocar las notas correctas, sino también aprender habilidades que les servirán mucho después de que la música se acabe. “He aprendido sobre gestión del tiempo, seguridad en uno mismo y preparación”, dijo Marianee A. “Gestión del tiempo en agendar citas y asegurarme de que encajen con otros eventos, seguridad en mí misma luego de tocar frente al público y jueces y, por último, preparación. Creo que la preparación es el más valioso porque lleva al éxito”. Karla R., líder de la banda, dijo que ha mejorado en liderazgo y comunicación,…
At Thomas Jefferson High School, band isn’t just about hitting the right notes, it’s about picking up life skills that’ll stick with students long after the music stops. “I’ve learned about time management, confidence, and preparation,” said Marianee A. “Time management from scheduling and making sure it aligns with other events, confidence after playing in front of audiences and judges, and last but not least, preparation. I like to believe preparation is the most valuable one because it leads to success.” A drum major, Karla R., said she’s gained better leadership and communication skills that help her both in her…
Miguel R. pronto dejará un legado que Dallas ISD jamás olvidará. El estudiante de W.H. Adamson High School cruzará el escenario de graduación en poco tiempo, y conforme empieza el nuevo capítulo de su vida, deja atrás a instructores que se han vuelto sus mentores y a compañeros que crecieron gracias a su dirección. Miguel es coronel en el programa de JROTC de Dallas ISD, el rango más alto del distrito y un logro difícil de alcanzar. Para ser nombrado coronel, los estudiantes deben pasar por entrenamientos y exámenes rigurosos. “Hice una entrevista en panel con las cuatro personas de…
Miguel R. is on his way to establishing a legacy that will be remembered across Dallas ISD. The senior at W.H. Adamson High School will soon cross the graduation stage. As he steps into a new chapter of life, he leaves behind instructors who became mentors and peers who grew under his guidance. Miguel is a colonel in the Dallas ISD JROTC program. This is the highest rank in the district, an achievement that is no easy feat. In order to be named a colonel, students have to go through rigorous training and testing. “I did a panel interview with…