Dallas ISD will be getting 25 new electric school buses as part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus program, Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde announced Tuesday. The district, one of 13 in Texas selected for the EPA program, will receive $7.6 to fund the buses and build the necessary infrastructure. The Clean School Bus Program reduces greenhouse gas emissions, saves money for school districts and produces cleaner air, ultimately benefiting students across the country. “I can’t wait to see the new buses rolling down our streets, picking up our students with zero emissions, making our air cleaner and more…
Author: Molly Schrader
The Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) hosted its second annual “Heart of Teaching” gala on Tuesday, with an evening of desserts and drinks as well as stunning dance and musical performances by Dallas ISD’s own performing arts educators. The foundation is the direct, nonprofit philanthropic partner of Dallas ISD, with a mission to inspire community investment to accelerate student success. This year’s Heart of Teaching campaign focused on advancing learning through the arts. Prolific civic leader and public servant Regina Montoya, the gala’s honorary chair, said, “One of the reasons I’m so proud to be a DEF board member is because…
El martes no fue un día normal para 150 líderes empresariales y cívicos de todo el Metroplex, que pudieron pasar el día con estudiantes en la 22ª edición anual de “director por un día” de Dallas ISD. Desde la hora del cuento hasta observar las clases y hacer anuncios matutinos, los directores honorarios de este año se pusieron en los zapatos de los administradores de la escuela para comprender mejor cómo pueden ayudar a elevar a los estudiantes y garantizar una educación pública de calidad. La asociación “Principal for a Day” comenzó en 1999 con 100 participantes; solo se perdió…
Tuesday was no ordinary day for about 150 business and civic leaders from across the Metroplex, who got to spend the day with students on Dallas ISD’s 22nd annual “Principal for a Day.” From storytime to observing instruction and making morning announcements, this year’s honorary principals stepped into the shoes of campus administrators to further understand how they can help uplift students and ensure a quality public education for students. The Principal for a Day partnership began in 1999 with about 100 participants; only one year was missed, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspired by New York City’s version of…
El entrenador titular Brandon “Bam” Harrison fue nombrado entrenador de la semana de preparatoria por los Dallas Cowboys en el lugar donde todo comenzó: Justin F. Kimball High School. Este reconocimiento es para los entrenadores locales que marcan una diferencia en su equipo, su escuela y su comunidad. Harrison conoce muy bien el fútbol americano, ya que jugó durante la preparatoria y la universidad antes de ser reclutado por los San Diego Chargers en 1995. Jugó dos años con los Chargers y otro con los Philadelphia Eagles. Lleva 15 años como entrenador de preparatoria, y este verano se le nombró…
Head Coach Brandon “Bam” Harrison was named the Dallas Cowboys’ High School Coach of the Week at the place where it all started – his alma mater, Justin F. Kimball High School. This honor recognizes local coaches who are making an impact on their team, school and community. Harrison is no stranger to the game of football, having played throughout his high school and college career before being drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 1995. He played two years with the Chargers and another with the Philadelphia Eagles. His high school coaching career stretches over a 15-year period, culminating…
La prioridad número uno de Dallas ISD es garantizar que todos los estudiantes y el personal estén seguros cuando están en la escuela. El distrito ha pasado un tiempo considerable desarrollando, practicando y siguiendo su nuevo plan de seguridad integral que entró en vigor en agosto cuando comenzó el año escolar. Si bien el distrito tiene un enfoque de varios niveles para proporcionar espacios de instrucción donde los niños se sientan bienvenidos y seguros mientras aprenden, el concepto Be SMART es una forma en la que los padres pueden hacer su parte para proteger a los niños. “SMART” en este…
Dallas ISD’s number one priority is to ensure all students and staff are safe when they are at school. The district has spent considerable time developing, practicing, and following its new comprehensive safety plan which was enacted this August when the school year began. While the district has a multilevel approach to providing instructional spaces where kids feel welcome and safe while they learn, the Be SMART framework is just one way that parents can do their part in protecting children. “SMART” in this case refers to: Secure all guns in your homes and vehicles Model responsible behavior around guns…
Mount Auburn STEAM Academy celebró 100 años con una ceremonia de corte de listón por la reciente finalización del programa de bonos del 2015, el jueves 10 de octubre. Estudiantes, profesores, exalumnos y miembros de la comunidad reconocieron el rico legado de la escuela con los comentarios de apertura de la directora Brittany Swanson y el representante del Distrito 8, Joe Carreón. “No importa las diferencias que puedan haber existido hace 100 años, estoy segura de que una cosa permanece sin cambios: el compromiso inquebrantable y la dedicación de Mount Auburn para los estudiantes de su comunidad”, dijo Swanson. El…
Mount Auburn STEAM Academy celebrated its 100th anniversary along with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the recent completion of the Bond 2015 program on Thursday, Oct. 10. Students, faculty, alumni and community members honored the school’s rich legacy with opening remarks from Principal Brittany Swanson and District 8 Trustee Joe Carreón. “No matter the differences that may have existed 100 years ago, I am certain that one thing remains unchanged: the unwavering commitment of Mount Auburn’s dedication to the students in this neighborhood,” Swanson said. The Mount Auburn kindergarten folklorico team performed a traditional dance for Hispanic Heritage Month, followed…