Under a proposed resolution, students who choose distance learning this school year could still participate at the campus in all extracurricular activities, co-curricular activities and elective courses requiring in-person instruction and supervision. The resolution up for consideration would designate certain times and days for distance learning students to participate in those activities at the campus. Transportation may be provided for some on-campus participation options. A cross-divisional planning committee and feedback from parents, teachers, principals and stakeholders led to the recommendation. Trustees will vote on the proposed resolution during the Aug. 27 board meeting.
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Superintendent Michael Hinojosa told trustees during the Aug 13 board briefing that Dallas ISD will follow the guidance of the Dallas County Heath and Human Services (DCHHS) in deciding whether to start the school year on Sept. 8 by only offering distance learning or offering the choice of distance or on-campus learning. Hinojosa said a meeting next week with DCHHS will guide the district’s decision on how to start the school year. The district has the option of only offering distance learning for the first four weeks and, if a significant Covid-19 threat remains, the board of trustees has the…
Dallas ISD está reclutando voluntarios para ayudar al Departamento de Tecnología a distribuir computadoras a los estudiantes de la escuela primaria a partir del lunes 17 de agosto. Hay dos turnos disponibles: de 8 a 11 a.m. y de 12 a 5 p.m. Para recibir autorización para ser voluntario, debe registrarse en https://dallasisd.voly.org/index.html a través de Chrome, Firefox o Edge siguiendo las siguientes instrucciones: Complete la solicitud de voluntariado general correspondiente. Seleccione las escuelas primarias en las que desea ser voluntario. Complete la orientación en línea (incluya una firma electrónica para confirmar la finalización). Espere recibir un correo electrónico confirmando…
Three Dallas ISD teachers have been named winners of the “Service Above Self Teacher Awards” presented by the Rotary Club of Dallas. The award is presented annually by the Rotary club to teachers who demonstrate excellence in their profession and go the extra mile to serve students and the community. This year’s winners are: Brittnay Connor from Paul Dunbar Learning Center Shelly Thibodaux from Robert T. Hill Middle School Yvonne Morgan from the School of Health Professions The three outstanding educators received a recognition plaque and $2,500 check. Watch the Zoom ceremony here.
Dallas ISD is recruiting volunteers to help the Technology Department distribute computers to elementary school students starting Monday, Aug. 17. Two shifts are available: 8–11 a.m. and 12–5 p.m. To receive clearance to volunteer, you must register at dallasisd.voly.org via Chrome, Firefox or Edge per the following instructions: Complete the appropriate General volunteer application. Select the desired elementary school(s) for which you want to volunteer. Complete the online orientation (include an e-signature to confirm completion). Await receipt of an email confirming your volunteer clearance. With that email, complete your online orientation and sign up for the volunteer opportunity at your…
El comienzo del año escolar está a la vuelta de la esquina. Se tomó la decisión de reabrir las escuelas el martes, 8 de septiembre, y Dallas ISD se prepara para recibir al personal en la nueva normalidad de un año escolar sin precedentes. Actualmente, los planes son reabrir las escuelas ofreciendo tanto la opción educativa presencial como la virtual. El COVID-19 ha provocado incertidumbre y ansiedad en algunos empleados, quienes tienen preguntas sobre la reapertura de manera segura de las escuelas. El distrito realizará tres sesiones informativas virtuales para responder sus preguntas y recalcar que la seguridad del personal…
The start of the 2020 school year is right around the corner. With the decision made to open schools Tues., Sept. 8, Dallas ISD is preparing to welcome staff to the new normal of an unprecedented school year. Current plans are to open schools with both in-person and remote learning options. COVID-19 is prompting feelings of uncertainty and anxiety in some employees who have questions about the safe reopening of schools. The district is holding three virtual information sessions to answer those questions and to reassure staff that the safety of staff and students is the district’s top priority. The…
¿Sabía que los autobuses del distrito llevan a más de 50,000 estudiantes a la escuela cada día? La seguridad de su hijo es la prioridad del Departamento de Transporte Escolar de Dallas ISD, tanto de camino a la escuela como de vuelta a la parada de autobús. Acompáñenos a una sesión informativa virtual en la que podrá hacer preguntas sobre el transporte escolar del ciclo 2020–2021. Miércoles, 19 de agosto de 2020, a las 6:30 p.m., por Zoom. Ofreceremos información sobre el transporte escolar y aclararemos sus dudas sobre: Protocolos de seguridad en el autobús Procedimientos de limpieza y desinfección…
Did you know that more than 50,000 students ride district buses to school every day? Safely transporting your child to and from campus is the top priority of Dallas ISD Transportation Services. To prepare for the 2020 school year, join us for a virtual information and Q&A session: 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 19, 2020 via Zoom. Get information about transportation and answers to your questions about: Bus safety protocols Cleaning and sanitizing procedures Bus routes and stops Driver training Apps to access real-time information about schedules, stops and routes Go here to register in advance for this webinar and receive…
El primer día de las conferencias virtuales para padres de Dallas ISD proporcionó una gran cantidad de información práctica, por ejemplo, protocolos de seguridad para la salud y bienestar y cómo usar el Portal para Padres, a poco tiempo de que comience el nuevo año escolar. El Departamento de Familias y Comunidad de Dallas ISD organizó estos talleres educativos para que los padres y estudiantes cuenten con un comienzo inteligente para el año escolar que empieza el 8 de septiembre. Las sesiones informativas de tres horas se realizarán por Zoom cada martes, miércoles y jueves, de 3 a 6 p.m.,…