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New and more efficient security technology, 14 new replacement school buildings, 10 new facilities, renovated natatoriums and school-community hubs were among the highlights of an update to the proposed 2020 bond program presented to the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees in June. The presentation reflected recommendations from  trustees at their February meeting, comments and input from the 100-plus-member  Citizens Bond Steering Committee and participants at  three virtual community meetings held in May. The updated plan detailed the addition of $20 million  for technology improvements  to enhance internet connectivity for students and teachers working from locations other than schools.  A total…

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…

The Texas Education Agency, in collaboration with other Texas departments, sent six trailers of supplies–such as thermometers, masks, face shields, and plexiglass–for Dallas ISD schools to use for a possible reopening. Warehouse and maintenance personnel unloaded more than 120 pallets at the William H. Cotton Service Center on Friday. June 19. The supplies included 228,000 gallons of hand sanitizer, 966,000 disposable surgical masks, 531,000 (non-medical) fabric masks, 1,152 electronic thermometers and almost 19,000 face-shields. Dallas ISD has developed a handbook of campus-reentry safety protocols that may be implemented at every campus during the 2020-2021 school year.

With the launch of its new School Finder, Dallas ISD is providing families with a more effective tool to connect with a school that best meets the educational needs of their children. SchoolFinder makes it easier for families to navigate the school choice process and better understand their options. Dallas ISD’s SchoolFinder combines all the data about the district’s 230 schools into an easy-to-navigate, bilingual website where families can research schools by grade level, proximity, academic programs, school performance and other criteria to facilitate decision making. The new SchoolFinder replaces a system that limited families to searching for schools based…

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…