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After a banner school year that saw the highest enrollment in African American Studies and Mexican American Studies courses since their implementation, enrollment is now open for the 2020-2021 school year. The African American Studies course explores the rich and diverse history and culture of African Americans. Students will broaden their knowledge and understanding of African American realities and its impact on contemporary issues. Likewise, the Mexican American Studies course explores the complexities of the Mexican American experience. Students will traverse Mexican American historical and cultural developments in the 20th and 21st centuries. “African American Studies and Mexican American Studies…

Tras considerar los últimos datos sobre el covid-19 y el constante incremento de los casos en el condado de Dallas y en el distrito, se anticipa que los empleados se reporten de vuelta a la oficina el lunes, 3 de agosto, en lugar del 6 de julio, como se tenía previsto. El distrito seguirá de cerca la situación y proporcionará la información más reciente. La seguridad y el bienestar del personal son prioridades de Dallas ISD en este momento que se prepara la vuelta a las instalaciones del distrito. Se han implementado nuevas prácticas y protocolos para seguir las recomendaciones…

Raul Ayala is one of four graduating high school seniors who have been selected by the Council of the Great City Schools (CGCS) to receive the 2020 CGCS-Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships. The students were chosen from several hundred applicants in urban school districts across the nation for academic performance, leadership qualities and community involvement. Now in its second year, the scholarship was created by former NASA astronaut, Dr. Bernard Harris, the first African American to walk in space, to encourage and assist promising students of diverse backgrounds who plan to pursue science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies…

Tras el fallo de la Corte Suprema que permite que siga en pie el programa conocido como Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia, o DACA, todo aquel que tenga un sueño hoy puede respirar más tranquilo. Este fallo es una afirmación de la promesa de este país de que el éxito está al alcance de quienes estén dispuestos a dar un gran esfuerzo, ahorrar dinero, obedecer la ley y ser integrante productivo de la sociedad. Como hijo inmigrante de padres mexicanos inmigrantes, considero que mi familia y yo hemos cumplido esta promesa. Me solidarizo con aquellos que aplauden…

After consideration of the latest COVID-19 data and the rising number of cases in Dallas County and in the district, district employees will be expected to report to work in-person on Monday, August 3, instead of the original date of July 6. The district will continue to monitor the situation and provide additional guidance. The safety and well-being of staff are top priorities for Dallas ISD as the district transitions to returning to district facilities. New practices and protocols have been implemented to follow recommended safety guidelines from federal, state, and local health officials. The district will continue to screen…

Every American with a dream can breathe a little easier today after the Supreme Court’s ruling that lets stand for now the program known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA. The ruling is a vindication of the country’s time-honored promise that success is within reach of anyone willing to work hard, save, obey the law and become a productive member of society. As the immigrant son of Mexican immigrants, I count myself and my family among those who have realized this promise. I stand with those who applaud the court for making a decision that affirms the country’s…

In Dallas ISD, we believe every voice matters. Our district is one of diverse backgrounds, ideas, and stories, and our perspectives help define us. When George Floyd uttered, “I can’t breathe,” it was a reminder to let the voice of humanity ring loud and lead to positive change. In Dallas ISD a step toward that change is the creation of a webpage dedicated to the voices that proudly humanize the transcending movement. During a special called board meeting earlier this month, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution on the commitment of Dallas ISD to black students and…

Ya está abierto el periodo de inscripción para el año escolar 2020-2021 en Joseph J. Rhoads. Dallas ISD está ofreciendo becas a las familias con niños de 3 y 4 años que cumplan con el criterio para asistir a J.J. Rhoads All-Day Learning Center en el sur de Dallas, sin costo alguno, a partir de agosto. Las nuevas normas están diseñadas para que más familias de Dallas tengan acceso a la educación temprana. Las familias pueden recibir una beca si cumplen con el siguiente criterio: Necesidades académicas históricas en Dallas ISD, identificadas por los datos del distrito (actualmente, estudiantes afroamericanos). Mayor…

Enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year is now underway at Joseph J. Rhoads.  Dallas ISD is offering scholarships for eligible 3- and 4-year-olds to attend J.J. Rhoads All-Day Learning Center in South Dallas at no cost starting this August. The scholarship guidelines are designed to increase opportunity by making early learning available to more Dallas families. Families can qualify and receive a scholarship based on the following criteria: Dallas ISD’s historical academic needs, as identified in district data (currently identified as African American students). Expanded income bracket: meet scholarship income guidelines. Household Size New Income Limits 3 $63,991 4 $77,251…

Dallas ISD, Fort Worth ISD and Univision, will continue to broadcast Unidos Para Aprender (Together to Learn) through the summer. Initially announced in early May, this three-way partnership sought to support student academic progress by supplementing the at-home learning resources Fort Worth ISD and Dallas ISD are providing to Spanish-speaking families during the Covid-19 pandemic. The 58-minute daily instruction program was acclaimed by students and parents alike and Univision asked if the project could continue to provide programming through the summer. “With all the uncertainties created by the coronavirus, Univision is excited to partner with the largest school districts in…