Before Hamersen B. moved from Ethiopia to Dallas at 14 years old, his typical day consisted of riding around his village on a bicycle, going to school, and teaching other kids how to ride a bike to earn lunch money. Today, he is a graduating senior at W.T. White High School, looking forward to a bright future of someday becoming a surgeon and traveling the world. Hamersen always dreamed about accomplishing big things, but he wasn’t sure what his path would look like until he met his Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) teacher, Major Nebyou Yonas. Through his instructor’s…
Author: Molly Schrader
Un total de 97 estudiantes de 12.o grado de seis escuelas de Dallas ISD alrededor del vecindario de Fair Park se reunieron en la histórica Feria Estatal de Texas.Recibieron la beca Juanita Craft por su esfuerzo y dedicación en la preparatoria, lo que incluye aprobar un mínimo de 12 créditos cada semestre, tener un promedio mínimo de 2.5 en su primer semestre y un promedio acumulativo de 3.0 en cada semestre posterior. Además, los estudiantes disfrutaron de juegos y comida con “Little Tex”. Miguel Solís, quien cursó el programa de técnicos de emergencias médicas en el P-Tech de North Dallas…
A total of 97 high school seniors from six Dallas ISD campuses surrounding the Fair Park neighborhood gathered at the historic State Fair of Texas. They were awarded the Juanita Craft Scholarship for their hard work and dedication throughout their high school career including passing a minimum of 12 hours each semester, a minimum 2.5 GPA in their first semester, and a 3.0 cumulative GPA for every semester thereafter. In addition, students enjoyed games and food with “Little Tex” on the Midway. Miguel Solis, North Dallas High School P-Tech: EMT Program senior, says he will be using his award to…
Varias escuelas de Dallas ISD están siendo reconocidas por su método exitoso que permite a los maestros y estudiantes reconocer y responder al aprendizaje estudiantil mientras aprenden —es decir, le dan seguimiento al aprendizaje estudiantil para proveer sugerencias en todo momento. En Dallas ISD, 17 escuelas —10 primarias y siete secundarias— usan este método, conocido como Assessment for Learning (AFL). Hace poco tiempo, Moisés E. Molina High School recibió a directores de Region 12 interesados en ver cómo funciona este método. “Molina está completamente dedicado a este método y estamos emocionados de seguir proporcionando oportunidades de aprendizaje profesional a los…
Several Dallas ISD schools are becoming known for their success with a method that allows teachers and students to recognize and respond to student learning during learning – in other words, monitoring student learning to provide ongoing feedback. In Dallas ISD, 17 campuses – 10 elementary and seven secondary schools – use this method, known as Assessment for Learning. And recently, Moises Molina High School hosted a site visit by Region 12 principals who were interested in seeing the method in action. “Molina is fully invested in Assessment for Learning and we are excited to keep providing professional learning opportunities…
Esports is going strong for fourth- and fifth-grade students who recently competed in the annual Spring Tournament. Approximately 719 young gamers battled it out at Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy for a total of almost 80 participating district schools. “The energy was high in the auditorium because of the amazing fact that the final Rocket League game for the spring tournament was a rematch between two schools that had the top teams in the fall tournament,” said Angelina Nuno, project manager for Student Activities. Esports was originally planned for only 20 secondary schools back in 2020 and that number has…
More than 20 Dallas ISD principals were invited to a celebratory dinner for being named 2022-23 Master Principals, a designation awarded to only the top 10% of neighborhood elementary, secondary and choice school principals. A red carpet was rolled out at the Dallas Arboretum for the celebration, and entertainment was provided by the district’s very own Mariachi band, Los Unicos de Greiner Middle School Exploratory Arts Academy, and the Skyline High School jazz band. A special dinner was served and remarks were delivered by Superintendent of Schools Stephanie Elizalde, Chief of Strategic Initiatives Brian Lusk, and Chief of School Leadership…
Dallas ISD hosted the “Winner’s Circle” reception on March 30 at Union Station in downtown Dallas. This celebration recognized the hundreds of educators in our district and their accomplishments. Nine Teacher of the Year finalists were also announced at the event. These nine educators represent a wealth of background and experience from across the district. From this group, the district-wide Elementary, Secondary, and Choice/Magnet Teachers of the Year will be announced at the 2022-23 Dallas ISD Educator of the Year Awards, in partnership with Dallas Education Foundation. Teacher of the Year finalists: Elementary Finalists: Ebony Garrett, Umphrey Lee Elementary School…
Members of Dallas ISD’s Early Learning team and volunteers took to the streets on Thursday, March 30 to meet parents in person to share information about available Pre-K opportunities in their neighborhoods. Teams went door-to-door in 30 different Dallas neighborhoods. They shared the importance of high-quality Pre-K and explained how a parent could register their future Dallas ISD student. “Pressing the Pavement is a strategic recruitment strategy to support our families with Pre-K registration information in their community. The Early Learning teams knock door to door and visit local businesses to provide Pre-K registration information and be able to answer…
Sea el primero en inscribir a su hijo para el año escolar 2023–2024: En el evento, podrá encontrar la escuela que mejor se adapte a las necesidades de su hijo de prekínder hasta 12.o grado e inscribirlo para el próximo año escolar. Aprenda sobre las mejores escuelas y los programas únicos disponibles en su comunidad: Las escuelas de la comunidad de Dallas ISD ofrecen lo mejor de la tradición y la innovación. De una variedad de actividades extracurriculares y deportes de campeonato a programas innovadores tales como lenguaje dual, aprendizaje personalizado, STEM/STEAM, academias de liderazgo, Montessori y más, una educación…