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Escrito por Julian Spearman, Student Activities Department Integrar el videojuego de Mario Kart World en el programa de deportes electrónicos, o “e-sports”, de Dallas ISD llevó a una emocionante victoria este semestre. “Durante el año escolar, nuestro equipo de ‘e-sports’ se reúne cada semana para practicar”, dijo Allison Peña, entrenadora del equipo de Félix G. Botello Personalized Learning Academy. “Organizamos torneos en la escuela cada semana para que los estudiantes estén bien preparados”. De manera similar, Luis Baeza, entrenador en Geneva Heights Elementary School, dijo que la constancia es su arma secreta. “Nos comprometimos con hacer prácticas semanales en que…

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Escrito por Michelle Read, Student Activities Department Dallas ISD reconocerá a una estudiante de preparatoria que fue nombrada recientemente finalista para el Premio Competidor del Año de la Asociación Nacional de las Ligas Urbanas de Debate. El premio es un honor codiciado otorgado a estudiantes que representan la excelencia competitiva y el impacto que el debate ha tenido en sus vidas. En su postulación para el premio, Alaysha C., de Sunset High School, describió al debate como más que una actividad extracurricular. “En debate aprendí más que solo a hacer argumentos”, dijo. “Aprendí que merezco que se me escuche. Que…

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Summer learning in Dallas ISD is anything but boring, with programs designed to engage students at every level.  During Summer Breeze, students will have two months to experience a mix of academic support and enrichment through the district’s free summer programming. From connecting with peers to tackling rigorous coursework, students can accelerate learning while also supporting their social and emotional well-being. This year, a show-themed approach is taking center stage in Dallas ISD’s Summer Cool program, where the district’s youngest students will take part in a full day of reading, math, and enrichment activities. Meanwhile, high school students will have…

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Submitted by Dallas Education Foundation Dallas ISD and Dallas Education Foundation recently came together to celebrate the outstanding teachers who are helping students build the skills and confidence to thrive in science, technology, engineering, and math. From hands-on experimentation to real-world career pathways, these educators are creating innovative, high-quality learning experiences that will shape student futures for years to come. These teachers are the 2026 recipients of the Texas Instruments Foundation in STEM Teaching Award, which gives each educator  $5,000 in recognition of their achievement, along with an additional $5,000 to support either classroom needs or professional development, helping teachers…

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Dallas ISD recibió una exención por los cuatro días que estuvo cerrado este invierno por mal tiempo. Esto significa que no se usarán los dos días que se reservaron en el calendario como días de repuesto, el 6 de abril y el 4 de mayo. Las escuelas estarán cerradas esos dos días. Estos serán días libres para los estudiantes y el personal escolar.

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The AlumNow series showcases former students’ post-graduation successes. We recently caught up with Thang Kim, who is now a professional drummer and drum instructor who moved from Myanmar to the U.S. to pursue music. Read about his educational journey at Dallas ISD and how his teachers impacted her to give back to his community. What high school did you graduate from and what year did you graduate? Emmett J. Conrad High School in 2021 What is your current occupation? Professional drummer and drum instructor What are your responsibilities? I teach private and group drum lessons, create lesson plans, help students…

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Dallas ISD received a waiver for the four days the district was closed this winter for inclement weather in January 2026.  This means that the two days set aside on the calendar as inclement weather make up days —April 6 and May 4— will not be used. Schools will be closed on those days. These will be days off for students and campus team members. 

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Written by Michelle Read, Student Activities Department Dallas ISD is celebrating a high school student who was recently named a finalist for the National Association for Urban Debate Leagues Debater of the Year award. The Urban Debate National Debater of the Year Award is a coveted honor given to a high school urban debater who exemplifies competitive excellence and the impact debate has had on their lives. In her submission, Alaysha C., a student at Sunset High School, described debate as more than an extracurricular activity. “Debate didn’t just teach me how to make arguments,” she said. “It taught me…

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Cerca de 200 estudiantes de docencia recibieron hace poco cartas de intención, un reconocimiento de su dedicación a sus futuras carreras en la educación. Recibir una de estas cartas es un logro significativo y le garantiza a cada estudiante una plaza de maestro en Dallas ISD luego de licenciarse y certificarse como docentes. El salario inicial será de al menos $65,000. Además de las prestaciones del distrito, los graduados también podrían calificar para recibir incentivos al trabajar en áreas necesitadas, como el incentivo de $5000 para plazas de educación especial en salones autónomos. A través de los programas de P-TECH…

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Preparatorias Woodrow Wilson y Roosevelt brillan en campeonatos estatales de porristas de la UIL Más de 200 programas élite de porristas de todo Texas se dieron cita en el Fort Worth Convention Center con motivo del Campeonato Estatal de Animación de la UIL. Dallas ISD envió cinco equipos a la competencia, y los de las preparatorias Woodrow Wilson y Roosevelt desafiaron las posibilidades consiguiendo un puesto superior en el campeonato. Su éxito marca un hito histórico para el deporte en Dallas ISD, y muestra que los programas de porristas del distrito ganan cada vez más fuerza en el escenario estatal.…

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