I’m a working mother of two boys—one who is of elementary age, the other already a grownup. I’ve raised my older son, and I’m raising my son in Southeast Dallas, in the community which is known as Pleasant Grove. This corner of Dallas—my corner of the world—feels like home. My son attends Henry B. Gonzalez Personalized Learning Academy, our neighborhood school. I’m also a Dallas ISD team member, who lives, shops, dines, and volunteers in my community because I’m intentional about supporting it.. As a district team member, I believe in public education. I made a decision early on, that…
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Submitted by Emily Davis on behalf of the Dallas Education Foundation Last year, Rachel Woods, the orchestra teacher at Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School, took a bold step and applied for the inaugural Heart of Teaching grant cycle from the Dallas Education Foundation. Little did she anticipate the profound impact this grant would have on her students and herself. Facilitated by the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra, Woods’ grant, “Addressing Equity and Diversity in Texas Orchestras” increased access to high-quality, instrument-specific coaches who specialize in violin, viola, and cello. The coaches guided small groups of students on instrument-specific techniques…
Los estudiantes podrán apreciar un fenómeno astronómico único el 8 de abril cuando el eclipse solar total sobrepase Dallas. Vista la importancia de este día, Dallas ISD está comprometido con que los estudiantes tengan una experiencia segura y enriquecedora. Transporte Se espera un aumento en el número de visitantes a Dallas el 8 de abril. Los padres y tutores deben anticipar demoras en el transporte y autobuses en áreas de alta circulación. Se recomienda consultar la aplicación de transporte del distrito, Edulog Parent Portal, para recibir actualizaciones en tiempo real. Seguridad SÍ se puede quitar los lentes de observación solar…
Academic Services has launched a site to help parents navigate the district’s curriculum resources through the new Parent Curriculum Support Website. As partners in your child’s education, Dallas ISD understands the importance of providing resources and activities to help parents support their students’ learning journey at home. The curriculum strategy focuses on delivering grade-level content, aligned with state standards, while offering additional support for students who may need it. The district believes that strong collaboration between schools and families is essential for students’ success. On the website, parents will find resources and activities designed to support children’s learning in reading language…
En la familia Molina, hay una broma sobre Dallas ISD: “Es un negocio familiar”. Cuenta Mario Molina, quien se jubiló recientemente, que nueve de sus 11 hermanos han trabajado para el distrito. Para los miembros de la familia, que también asistieron a escuelas del distrito, Dallas ISD ha sido su hogar a lo largo de los años. Molina se jubiló en diciembre después de haber trabajado 37 años en el Departamento de Evaluación y Examinación del distrito, fue asignado a la bodega del centro de servicio, donde enviaba y recibía exámenes estatales y locales, entre otras obligaciones. Molina dice que…
Students will experience a once-in-a-lifetime celestial phenomenon on April 8 as a rare total solar eclipse passes over Dallas. Recognizing the significance of the day, Dallas ISD is committed to ensuring a safe and enriching experience for all students. Transportation On April 8, there is an anticipated surge of visitors to Dallas. Parents and guardians should anticipate transportation and bus delays in high-traffic areas. Utilizing the district’s transportation app, Edulog Parent Portal, for real-time updates is strongly encouraged. Safety When it IS safe to remove eclipse glasses: When any part of the sun is no longer visible through eclipse glasses…
In the Molina family, there is an inside joke about Dallas ISD: “It’s a family business.” According to Mario Molina, who recently retired, nine out of the 11 siblings have worked for the district. To the family members, who also attended schools in the district, Dallas ISD has been home over the years. Molina retired this past December after having worked 37 years in the district’s Evaluation and Assessment Department, where he was assigned to the warehouse service center—shipping and receiving state and local tests, among other duties. Molina says he is a proud product of Dallas ISD, as he…
The Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) is excited to announce the “Heart of Teaching: Advancing Equity through Innovation in Special Education” grants cycle. This grant program helps create opportunities for students and advance equity through innovation in special education. Dallas ISD campus employees, administrators, and teachers seeking to fund innovative projects that advance learning, specifically for students receiving special education services, can apply now through April 12. The application is open to all campus staff who serve students with special needs and is not limited to those in special education positions. The maximum grant award is up to $4,500 per project…
Emprenda una aventura educativa en la More Choice Expo de Dallas ISD el sábado, 23 de marzo, de 9 a.m a 1 p.m., en el Centennial Hall de Fair Park. Se destacará a las escuelas que no piden una solicitud de admisión en Dallas ISD y los numerosos modelos de aprendizaje innovadores, actividades extracurriculares y oportunidades emocionantes que ofrecen. Con la presencia de cerca de 200 escuelas, las familias podrán conocer los modelos educativos tradicionales, pero también innovadores, que ofrece Dallas ISD. Entre actividades extracurriculares, programas de deportes que han ganado campeonatos y programas pioneros como los de lenguaje dual,…
Embark on a journey of educational discovery at Dallas ISD’s More Choice Expo from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 at Centennial Hall in Fair Park. The expo promotes all non-application-based schools in Dallas ISD by highlighting various innovative learning models, extracurricular activities, and exciting opportunities offered in each vertical team. With nearly 200 neighborhood schools represented, attendees will explore traditional yet innovative educational approaches offered by Dallas ISD. From engaging extracurricular activities, to championship athletics and pioneering programs such as dual language, personalized learning, STEM/STEAM, leadership academies, and Montessori, there’s something to cater to every student’s interests…