Teachers and school administrators strive to help students achieve all As, but when their school receives a B designation, it can’t get better that that! What exactly makes a B so special in this case? Simply that the school has now joined a global community of International Baccalaureate (IB) schools. This is the case for Dallas ISD’s Arthur Kramer Elementary School, which has received an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) designation. The PYP program focuses on developing students’ academics while preparing them to become active, caring, lifelong learners who demonstrate respect for themselves, others, and the world around them. “There…
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Estudiantes, padres y toda la comunidad del área de asistencia escolar de la escuela preparatoria Moisés E. Molina, están invitados al evento Camino a la Lectura Prep U Saturday, el sábado, 23 de septiembre, de 9 a.m. a las 12 p.m., en la escuela secundaria L. V. Stockard, ubicada en el 2300 S. Ravinia Drive. Habrá actividades para toda la familia, incluyendo juegos de lecturas para ayudar a los padres a motivar a sus hijos para que se interesen en la lectura. También habrá libros, rifas, entretenimiento, refrigerios, exámenes de salud y vacunas para niños entre 2 y 18 años…
Students, parents and the entire community at the Moisés E. Molina High School Feeder Pattern, are invited to the Journey to Literacy Prep U Super Saturday, on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon, at L. V. Stockard Middle School, 2300 S. Ravinia Drive. There will be family activities, including interactive games, which will help parents to better engage their children in reading. Free books, giveaways, entertainment, food and drinks, as well as health screenings and immunizations for children ages 2- 18, will also be available on site.
The Districtwide College Fair is Wednesday, Sept. 20, and it’s a chance for Dallas ISD juniors and seniors to talk with representatives from colleges and universities across the country. With that in mind, here are four great questions students can ask the college and university representatives. What academic programs is your college known for? What housing and financial aid options do you offer? What is the best way to prepare for your school? What are the major factors you consider in admitting new students? The Districtwide College Fair is at Ellis Davis Field House, 9191 S. Polk St. Transportation will be provided…
Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15–Oct. 15, and it’s an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of Latinos living in America. In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, read about some of our schools’ namesakes and their historical contributions to Dallas ISD. Cesar Chavez was a prominent union leader and labor organizer who was dedicated to improving the treatment for farm workers. Chavez helped found the National Farm Workers Association, and he is the namesake of the Cesar Chavez Learning Center located at 1710 N. Carroll Ave.
La escuela primaria Joe May comenzó el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con una celebración durante la Noche de Regreso a Clases el pasado jueves, 14 de septiembre. Las familias aprendieron sobre la cultura de países Latinos por medio de actividades y presentaciones de bailes folclóricos del grupo Ben Hipsh Dance Studio. El Dallas ISD está celebrando en Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana entre el 15 de septiembre y 15 de octubre.
Reggie Jordan, a social worker in Dallas ISD’s Psychological & Social Services Department, took personal time on Saturday, Sept. 16, to share some joy among children displaced by Hurricane Harvey. During a visit to the Dallas shelter at the convention center, Jordan dressed as a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. He is shown posing for a photo with two of the evacuees and Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Joe May Elementary School kicked off celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month during the Back to School Night on Thursday, Sept. 14. Families learned about different Latino countries through activities and a wonderful performance by folklorico dancers from the Ben Hipsh Dance Studio Dallas ISD is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 – Oct. 15.
Con el tema Dar Forma al Futuro Brillante de América, el Dallas ISD celebra el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana (15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre) reconociendo y agradeciendo a educadores Hispanos quienes están contribuyendo a formar los futuros líderes de Dallas. “El Dallas ISD celebra la diversidad de nuestros estudiantes y sus familias”, dijo el Superintendente de Escuelas Michael Hinojosa”. En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, agradezco a nuestros maestros y administradores escolares no sólo por trabajar arduamente para brindarle una educación de calidad a todos los estudiantes, sino también por motivarlos a estar orgullosos…
With the theme “Shaping the Bright Future of America,” Dallas ISD celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) by recognizing and thanking Hispanic educators who are contributing to building strong future leaders for Dallas. “Dallas ISD embraces the diversity of our students, families and staff,” said Superintendent of Schools Michael Hinojosa. “In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I commend our school teachers and administrators for not only working hard to provide a quality education to all students but also for empowering the youth to embrace their heritage and culture to continue sharing traditions with future generations.” Fifty-five…