Submitted by the Social Studies department Over 350 sixth-grade students across Dallas ISD represented 26 countries at this year’s Model United Nations (UN) Conference held at Ellis Davis Field House. Leading up to the conference, students worked on developing their research skills, public speaking, reading, writing, and problem-solving. They came to the conference prepared to have fun and engage with their peers, as well as exchange ideas and knowledge about their respective countries. The purpose of the Model UN conference is for students to understand the necessary collaboration that happens in the international community to respond to sustainable development goals…
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La educación siempre ha tenido una gran importancia en la vida de Albert Martínez, jefe de la Policía de Dallas ISD. Hoy, en su nuevo rol a la cabeza de la policía del distrito, combina su apoyo a la educación con su pasión por servir a los demás. De niño, la educación fue un tema que su madre enfatizaba, pues ella creció en México y no tuvo las mismas oportunidades educativas que él, así que siempre fue algo que recalcó, dijo Martínez. Martínez, quien tiene 31 años trabajando como policía, asumió el cargo de jefe de policía del distrito el…
Submitted by the Computer Science & Technology department With gears still spinning and circuits buzzing, the district’s competitive robotics teams are capping off another successful season of victories and innovation. At the global competition, teams will bring their A-game, leveraging the skills they’ve honed throughout the school year and putting forth their maximum effort. VEX Robotics Thirty-two teams from 17 Dallas ISD schools advanced to the VEX Robotics State Championship, with 11 of them securing spots in the upcoming VEX Robotics World Championship from April 25 to May 3 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. FIRST in Texas Several…
Representatives from Reliant Energy presented Dallas ISD’s Energy and Sustainability department with a $64,000 check to support the district’s ongoing efforts of energy efficiency. Reliant started a program in 2023 called “Responsive Economic Dispatch,” or RED, and when the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid is peaking high, it’s an incentive to reduce energy during peak periods. “The RED program compensates the district for turning down during peak times, which are the most polluting times,” said Annette Van Brunt, energy consultant to the district. “Not only does it help reduce the strain on the grid, the district is getting…
Soy una madre trabajadora con dos hijos: uno en la primaria y el otro ya un adulto. Ya crie a mi hijo mayor, y estoy criando al menor en el sureste de Dallas, en la comunidad llamada Pleasant Grove. Este rincón de Dallas —mi rincón en este mundo— lo siento como mi hogar. Mi hijo asiste a Henry B. González Personalized Learning Academy, la escuela de nuestro vecindario. Yo también soy parte del personal de Dallas ISD, y vivo, compro, ceno y soy voluntaria en mi comunidad porque me esfuerzo por apoyarla. Como miembro del personal del distrito, creo en…
Education has always played an important role in Dallas ISD Police Chief Albert Martinez’s life. Now, in his new role as the top police officer for the district, he is combining his support for education with his passion for serving others. While growing up, education was strongly emphasized by his mother, who was born and raised in Mexico and who didn’t have the same educational opportunities available to him, so it was always something she pushed, he said. Martinez, a 31-year police veteran, took over as the new chief of police for the district last month. He was previously the…
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…
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…