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Redactado por Lennon Formaggini El gimnasio de Skyline High School se vio transformado en un centro de excelencia académica y vibrante espíritu escolar en cuanto estudiantes de primaria de todo Dallas ISD se reunieron para competir en la edición de este año del Lone Star Challenge. El evento académico, equivalente del Decatlón Académico pero a nivel de primaria, reunió a cientos de estudiantes para exhibir su intelecto y trabajo en equipo. Organizado por el Departamento de Actividades Estudiantiles de Dallas ISD, el Lone Star Challenge pone a prueba a equipos de nueve miembros en matemáticas, ciencias, literatura y estudios sociales.…

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Written by Lennon Formaggini, Student Activities Department Skyline High School’s gymnasium was transformed into a hub of academic excellence and vibrant school spirit as elementary students from across Dallas ISD gathered for the annual Lone Star Challenge. The academic event, which serves as the elementary school equivalent to Academic Decathlon, brought together hundreds of students to showcase their intellect and teamwork. Organized by the Dallas ISD Student Activities Department, the Lone Star Challenge tests nine-member school teams across math, science, literature, and social studies. This year’s theme focused heavily on Africa, leading students to dive deep into everything from complex…

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David W. Carter High School High School collegiate ambassador and cheerleader Nikirra J. will attend Texas A&M University-Commerce this fall to major in business administration and minor in music. The decorated vocalist, who earned top state UIL solo honors and began singing at Umphrey Lee Elementary School, credits her time in choir for shaping her character and teaching her the power of teamwork. Backed by her family’s deep musical roots and her mother’s steadfast support, Nikirra hopes her legacy inspires future students to always give their best to strengthen the whole team.

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Seagoville High School senior and JROTC First Sergeant, Allan R. will attend the University of Texas at Austin this fall on a full-ride scholarship to pursue civil engineering. The student leader, who also serves as an AP Ambassador and debate team member, discovered a passion for the field during a summer internship with Dallas ISD Construction Services. Driven by a desire to build a lasting legacy, Allan credits the district’s internship program and supportive campus educators for paving the way toward his next academic chapter.

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Dallas ISD lanzará un sistema universal de credenciales estudiantiles para todos los estudiantes durante el año escolar 2026–2027. Las nuevas credenciales de identificación, impresas directamente en cada escuela, tendrán un diseño uniforme en todo el distrito y estarán personalizadas con la mascota de cada escuela. Las escuelas recibirán todo el equipo y los materiales necesarios, incluidos los cordones y las tarjetas de identificación en blanco. Aunque Dallas ISD siempre ha requerido que los estudiantes porten una credencial de identificación en las escuelas, esta nueva credencial universal simplemente integra múltiples servicios estudiantiles en una sola identificación fácil de usar para el…

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Dallas ISD is launching a universal student badge system for all students for the 2026–2027 school year.  Printed directly on each campus, the new ID badges will feature a consistent district-wide design customized with individual school mascots. Campuses will be provided with all necessary equipment and supplies, including lanyards and ID badge cards. While Dallas ISD has always required student badges on campus, this new universal badge simply combines multiple student services into one easy-to-use ID for transportation, meals, library checkouts, and athletic events, helping streamline operations and enhance campus security. For more information, families and staff are encouraged to…

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George Bannerman Dealey Montessori Academy ahora es la secundaria número uno de Dallas ISD, según reporta la Asociación de Instructores de Matemáticas y Ciencias de Texas (TMSCA). Lorelei Nguyễn, instructora en Dealey, alienta a los estudiantes a buscar áreas en las que mejorar y a aprender de sus errores en lugar de competir uno contra el otro. Como resultado, la ansiedad de los estudiantes bajó y rindieron mejor. “La práctica constante y el enfoque en el crecimiento son lo más importante para el éxito. Otra cosa que hago es hacer del crecimiento el enfoque de sus calificaciones”, dijo Nguyễn. “Los…

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Ya sea que su estudiante sea nuevo en Dallas ISD o regrese para el año escolar 2026–2027, los Centros de Inscripción del distrito están abiertos para hacer que el proceso de inscripción y reinscripción sea lo más claro y sencillo posible. Los Centros de Inscripción funcionan como un centro de servicios centralizado que se encarga de las iniciativas de elección de escuela, transferencias de estudiantes, sorteos, listas de espera y brinda apoyo a las familias con las inscripciones desde preescolar (Pre-K) hasta el 12.º grado. Para las familias que necesitan asistencia personalizada, los miembros del equipo están disponibles para ayudar…

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Whether your student is new to Dallas ISD or returning for the 2026–2027 school year, the district’s ONE Centers are open to make the registration and enrollment process as clear and seamless as possible. The ONE Centers serve as a centralized hub to oversee school choice initiatives, student transfers, lotteries, waitlists, and support families with pre-K through twelfth grade registrations. For families who need a one-stop shop for hands-on help, team members are available to assist with every stage of the application and registration process. Visitors can drop by any of the three locations across the district from 7:30 a.m.…

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Written by Julian Spearman, Student Activities  George Bannerman Dealey Montessori Academy is now the number one Dallas ISD middle school is the number one Dallas ISD middle school, according to the Texas Math and Science Coaches Association. Lorelei Nguyen, a TMSCA coach at Dealey, encourages students to look at room for improvement and learn from their mistakes rather than competing against one another. In turn, they had less anxiety and performed better. “Consistent practice and a focus on growth are most important to success. Another thing I do is make growth the focus of their grade,” said Nguyen. “Students need…

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