Written by Chandler Flowers, Communication Services junior associate. Dax P., a senior at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, is a standout example of how talent, leadership, and dedication intersect to create students poised to make lasting impacts on society. Known for his exceptional skills in visual arts, Dax’s legacy is one not just as a talented artist but also as a passionate leader. He is actively involved in several organizations that promote personal growth, academic excellence, and social responsibility. “I have been drawing ever since I was little, but it really wasn’t just an…
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Summer Breeze, el programa escolar gratuito de verano de Dallas ISD, comienza el 2 de junio con dos meses de diversión para todos los estudiantes que participen. Quienes participen en Summer Breeze tendrán la oportunidad de interactuar con sus compañeros, realizar tareas rigurosas, avanzar en su aprendizaje y mejorar su bienestar socioemocional. El programa empezó en 2021, y ha tenido éxito entre los padres y estudiantes del distrito, pues cerca de 30,000 estudiantes participaron el año pasado. Se repartirán actividades extracurriculares y académicas para los estudiantes por todas las escuelas de Dallas ISD. Se proveerá transporte, así como desayuno y…
This summer, Dallas ISD will provide all kids 18 years and younger, or 21 and under for those with disabilities, with healthy, no-cost summer meals starting on June 2. The Summer Food Service Program is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered annually by the Texas Department of Agriculture. For the children who rely on school meals during the academic year, these meals offer a source of good nutrition when school is out for the long summer vacation. “Because we are committed to the health and well-being of all Dallas ISD students, healthy ‘no-cost’ meals will be available to…
For the sixth consecutive year, Dallas ISD has been named one of the best communities for music education by the National Association of Music Merchants. The Best Communities for Music Education Award, which celebrates schools and districts for their commitment to music education and recognizes the collaborative efforts of educators, administrators, families, and community members, is presented to those who demonstrate achievement in efforts to provide music access and education. It highlights how music education is deeply woven into the district’s culture and commitment to student development. “It is a fantastic feeling for the district to be recognized for a…
This summer, Dallas ISD will provide all kids 18 years and younger, or 21 and under for those with disabilities, with healthy, no-cost summer meals starting on June 2. The Summer Food Service Program is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered annually by the Texas Department of Agriculture. For the children who rely on school meals during the academic year, these meals offer a source of good nutrition when school is out for the long summer vacation. “Because we are committed to the health and well-being of all Dallas ISD students, healthy ‘no-cost’ meals will be available to…
Written by Chandler Flowers, Communication Services junior associate. Summer Breeze, Dallas ISD’s free summer program, begins on June 2, bringing two months of fun for every kind of student. Students who participate in Summer Breeze will have a chance to connect with their peers, partake in rigorous tasks, accelerate learning, and improve their social and emotional well-being. The program started in 2021, and has been successful among parents and students in the district, with almost 30,000 students participating last year. Extracurricular and academic activities for students will be spread across all of Dallas ISD’s campuses. Transportation, as well as breakfast…
Se realizará una celebración de despedida de Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploration Academy el viernes, 23 de mayo, de 2 a 7 p.m., como ocasión para reunir a la comunidad y reconocer el legado de una de las escuelas más queridas del distrito. Ubicada en el corazón de Dallas, Henry W. Longfellow recibió a generaciones de estudiantes y fue reconocida no solo por su excelencia académica, sino también por su entorno acogedor y su compromiso con la exploración, la creatividad y la comunidad. Durante décadas, Longfellow ha inspirado a las mentes jóvenes a soñar en grande y pensar con audacia,…
Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploration Academy will host a heartfelt farewell celebration on Friday, May 23, from 2 to 7 p.m., as the campus community comes together to honor the legacy of one of the district’s most beloved schools. Located in the heart of Dallas, Henry W. Longfellow served generations of students, known not only for its academic excellence but also for its nurturing environment and commitment to exploration, creativity, and community. For decades, Longfellow has inspired young minds to dream big and think boldly, laying the groundwork for successful futures in every field imaginable. The farewell event will be…
Enviado por Michelle Read Seis estudiantes de preparatoria de Dallas ISD participaron en el Parrish Scholarship Debate 2025 en H. Grady Spruce High School, luego de lo cual cada uno obtuvo una beca de $3000. Este año, el debate se centró en si se debería permitir prohibir ciertos libros en escuelas públicas. Ambos bandos defendieron sus posturas, abogando por protecciones contra el contenido dañino o defendiendo el libre acceso de los estudiantes a las ideas. El evento contó con impresionantes habilidades oratorias y argumentos bien fundados. El debate, hecho posible por la Roland C. Parrish Charitable Foundation y realizado en…
A partir del lunes, 2 de junio, las oficinas de Dallas ISD seguirán el horario de verano. Las oficinas abrirán de 7 a.m. a 6 p.m. de lunes a jueves, y cerrarán los viernes durante junio y julio. Asimismo, las oficinas del distrito estarán cerradas el lunes, 19 de junio, por el día festivo federal de Juneteenth. El distrito también cerrará para las vacaciones de verano del 30 de junio al 4 de julio. El personal de las oficinas administrativas reanudará funciones el 7 de julio. A continuación encontrará enlaces con más información. Inscripción de estudiantes Oportunidades de aprendizaje adicional: Summer…