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The AlumNow series showcases former students’ post-graduation successes. We recently caught up with Thang Kim, who is now a professional drummer and drum instructor who moved from Myanmar to the U.S. to pursue music. Read about his educational journey at Dallas ISD and how his teachers impacted her to give back to his community. What high school did you graduate from and what year did you graduate? Emmett J. Conrad High School in 2021 What is your current occupation? Professional drummer and drum instructor What are your responsibilities? I teach private and group drum lessons, create lesson plans, help students…

Dallas ISD received a waiver for the four days the district was closed this winter for inclement weather in January 2026.  This means that the two days set aside on the calendar as inclement weather make up days —April 6 and May 4— will not be used. Schools will be closed on those days. These will be days off for students and campus team members. 

Written by Michelle Read, Student Activities Department Dallas ISD is celebrating a high school student who was recently named a finalist for the National Association for Urban Debate Leagues Debater of the Year award. The Urban Debate National Debater of the Year Award is a coveted honor given to a high school urban debater who exemplifies competitive excellence and the impact debate has had on their lives. In her submission, Alaysha C., a student at Sunset High School, described debate as more than an extracurricular activity. “Debate didn’t just teach me how to make arguments,” she said. “It taught me…

Cerca de 200 estudiantes de docencia recibieron hace poco cartas de intención, un reconocimiento de su dedicación a sus futuras carreras en la educación. Recibir una de estas cartas es un logro significativo y le garantiza a cada estudiante una plaza de maestro en Dallas ISD luego de licenciarse y certificarse como docentes. El salario inicial será de al menos $65,000. Además de las prestaciones del distrito, los graduados también podrían calificar para recibir incentivos al trabajar en áreas necesitadas, como el incentivo de $5000 para plazas de educación especial en salones autónomos. A través de los programas de P-TECH…

Preparatorias Woodrow Wilson y Roosevelt brillan en campeonatos estatales de porristas de la UIL Más de 200 programas élite de porristas de todo Texas se dieron cita en el Fort Worth Convention Center con motivo del Campeonato Estatal de Animación de la UIL. Dallas ISD envió cinco equipos a la competencia, y los de las preparatorias Woodrow Wilson y Roosevelt desafiaron las posibilidades consiguiendo un puesto superior en el campeonato. Su éxito marca un hito histórico para el deporte en Dallas ISD, y muestra que los programas de porristas del distrito ganan cada vez más fuerza en el escenario estatal.…

Se invita a las familias a la Expo Más Opciones Dallas ISD invita a las familias y la comunidad a la Expo Más Opciones, donde podrán conocer la gran variedad de opciones educativas disponibles en todo el distrito. Con representación de casi 200 escuelas, el evento destacará el compromiso del distrito con la excelencia, la innovación y la tradición. Quienes asistan aprenderán más sobre todo lo que ofrece Dallas ISD, incluyendo lenguaje dual, aprendizaje personalizado, STEM/STEAM, academias de liderazgo y deportes de campeonato. Las familias también podrán inscribir a sus hijos para el año escolar 2025–2026, y cerca de 50…

Cada año, el liderazgo escolar y Gestión de Capital Humano colaboran para reconocer a maestros y líderes excepcionales de todo el distrito con la premiación para maestros y directores del año. Los finalistas para estos premios serán reconocidos durante el evento Winners Circle, el cual también destaca a maestros prometedores. Una vez que los maestros son elegidos por su escuela para maestro del año, pueden presentar su candidatura para el reconocimiento distrital. Este año, 85 ganadores de maestro del año de escuelas se postularon para el honor distrital, con un escrito sobre su pasión e innovación en la docencia, el…

Written by Julian Spearman, Student Activities Department This semester, introducing Mario Kart World to the Dallas ISD Esports program culminated in a thrilling victory. “During the year, our Esports team meets weekly to train,” said Allison Peña, coach of Felix G. Botello Personalized Learning Elementary. “We hold mini tournaments on our campus every week, so our students are extremely prepared.” Similarly, Luis Baeza , coach for Geneva Heights Elementary School, said that consistency was their secret weapon. “We committed to weekly practices where we didn’t just play the game,” he said. “We focused on structure, social skills, and the fundamentals…

Written by Julian Spearman, Student Activities More than 200 elite cheer programs from all over Texas came together at the Ft. Worth Convention Center for the UIL State Spirit Cheer Championships. Dallas ISD sent 5 teams to the competition, and Woodrow Wilson and Roosevelt high schools defied the odds securing a top spot in the championship. The teams’ success marks a historic milestone for Dallas ISD athletics, proving that the district’s spirit programs are becoming a force to be reckoned with on the state stage. With over 200 teams vying for a title, finishing in the top 20 is a…

Dallas ISD invites families and community members to explore the wide range of educational choices available at the upcoming More Choice Expo. With nearly 200 campuses represented, the event will highlight the district’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and tradition. Attendees will learn more about  all Dallas ISD has to offers, including dual language, personalized learning, STEM/STEAM, leadership academies, and championship athletics.. Families will have the chance to register for the 2025-2026 school year and nearly 50 registrars will be on hand to assist and answer questions. Why Attend the More Choice Expo? Learn how students earn college credit while in…