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Computer Science Education Week is Dec. 4–10, and it’s a chance to highlight how Dallas ISD schools are preparing students for success in the 21st-century. In recognition of this week, Dallas ISD STEM Executive Director Oswaldo Alvarenga has a few tips with how parents can help get their kid interested in the important subject. Watch the above video to see what Alvarenga has to say.

Dallas ISD schools and offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 22, through Friday, Jan. 5, for Winter Break. Students return on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018, with staff reporting back to work the day before on Monday, Jan. 8. Additionally, the district’s secondary schools will have early release days Dec. 19-21. Most middle schools, academies and Montessori schools will dismiss at 12:35 p.m., while most high schools, magnet schools and early colleges will dismiss at 1:15 p.m. Exceptions are noted in the list below. Confirm early release times with your child’s school. Elementary schools will in most cases dismiss at the…

Students who wish to begin attending one of Dallas ISD’s specialty programs and schools for the 2018-2019 school year are encouraged to apply online now. Applications are due no later than Wednesday, Jan. 31. Applications are open for the following: All-Boys Schools All-Girls Schools Collegiate Academies International Baccalaureate Schools Magnet Schools Montessori Campuses Personalized Learning Schools Humanities, Communication, and Leadership Schools STEM/STEAM Schools Two-Way Dual Language Schools Visual and Performing Arts Magnets Project Based Learning, Urban Planning, Architecture and Design Schools

This week will close on a high note at the two Discover Dallas ISD school fairs happening on Saturday, where families can find the school that’s just right for their child. To learn more about the event—and the other great news from the week—watch the above video or read below! Discover Dallas ISD Representatives from every school will be at the upcoming Discover Dallas ISD schools fairs conveniently located across the city. Each fair will also feature live performances, student demonstrations, and a whole lot more (learn more). So many options… See for yourself what makes our schools special! Check out this interactive map…

Students and staff at Dallas ISD’s Thomas J. Rusk Middle School got the answer they wanted to hear on Thursday, Nov. 30. After a thorough review, Rusk once again earned a designation as an AVID National Demonstration School. This time, the renewed certification won’t expire for three years, which is the longest time period granted. The announcement came in a pep rally-type setting, with Rusk cheerleaders and the band setting an exciting tone. Mike Mozingo’s confirmation of the recertification made students and staff in the school auditorium cheer. “You are a very good school,” said Mozingo, a program manager for AVID…

Conozca más sobre el Programa de Lenguaje Dual Bilateral en Dallas ISD, y el de más rápido crecimiento en el Norte de Texas. Por medio de este programa, los alumnos aprenden inglés y español desde una temprana edad. Aprenda más sobre este y otros programas especializados en escuelas del Dallas ISD durante las ferias escolares Descubre Dallas ISD, las cuales se llevarán a cabo este sábado, 2 de diciembre y el sábado, 9 de diciembre.

Discover the school that’s just right for your child at one of four Discover Dallas ISD school fairs conveniently located across the city! From all-boys and all-girls schools to collegiate academies, magnet schools and more, Dallas ISD has an academic opportunity that’s a perfect fit for your son or daughter. This weekend’s Discover Dallas ISD fairs are Saturday, Dec. 2, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m., at Skyline High School and Ellis Davis Field House. Representatives from these schools and neighborhood schools in your geographic area will be on hand at each fair to answer questions about admission requirements, the application process, program…

Dallas ISD’s United Way employee giving campaign has so far raised $44,496 for a great cause! There are just two weeks to go to meet the goal of $80,000. The campaign supports the many United Way programs that directly benefit district students and families. These programs include: after-school, scouting, early childhood, parent education, college and career readiness, homeless education, summer camps, mentoring, STEM, tutoring and many more programs. To learn how you can support the goal, contact your campus or department United Way coordinator, or visit the United Way webpage.

¿60 horas de créditos universitarios gratis, mientras estudia la escuela preparatoria? Este es uno de los beneficios que las Academias Universitarias del Dallas ISD ofrecen, además de encaminar a los estudiantes hacia una carrera profesional. Conozca más sobre este y otros programas en Descubre Dallas ISD este sábado, 2 de diciembre y el sábado, 9 de diciembre.

An annual contest aims to not only urge students to think about health and fitness, but to also use technology to promote an aspect of healthy living. Tech Fest 2018 is coordinated by Dallas ISD’s Urban School Wellness Department and has been a component of the district’s annual STEM Day Expo. Submitted work will be displayed at the event, which is set for Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. The Tech Fest competition accepts entries from any Dallas ISD student in five categories: Animation, Digital Photography, Multimedia, Digital Video and Desktop Publishing. The entries should…