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Esta semana, Dallas ISD disfrutará del receso de otoño. Los estudiantes tendrán días libres del jueves, 9 de octubre, al lunes, 13 de octubre, y regresarán a clases el martes 14. Los maestros, en cambio, descansarán solamente el jueves, 9 de octubre, y el viernes, 10 de octubre. Como cada año, los estudiantes de prekínder a octavo grado recibirán entradas gratis a la Feria Estatal, pero los de preparatoria recibirán un código de descuento para comprar una entrada en línea. Las entradas con descuento serán válidas únicamente entre lunes y jueves. Las familias deberán cubrir el costo de la comida,…

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Dallas ISD invita a los padres y estudiantes a conocer las escuelas y programas del distrito durante nuestro evento Descubre Dallas ISD, la feria escolar más grande del norte de Texas. Con la presencia de cerca de 230 escuelas, las familias podrán conocer a los representantes de las futuras escuelas de sus hijos, explorar programas innovadores basados en la tradición y la excelencia y entablar conexiones significativas para el año venidero. El evento apto para toda la familia tendrá lugar de 9 a.m. a 1 p.m. el sábado, 1 de noviembre, en Fair Park Automobile Building. Los presentes disfrutarán de…

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Submitted by Marc Drumwright, Food and Child Nutrition Services Dallas ISD is gearing up to celebrate National School Lunch Week.  Happening from Oct. 13-17, the week will highlight the importance of healthy school lunches to a student’s success in and out of the classroom. The theme is “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport,” and cafeterias across the district will bring the celebration to life with themed dress-up days and celebrate the diversity of global cuisines. In addition to special menus, schools will host educational activities that emphasize the importance of Texas agriculture,spotlighting the farmers, crops, and local products that…

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Dallas Education Foundation and Walmart inaugurated a new joint community initiative to strengthen educational and family engagement programs across Dallas ISD. Through this partnership, the district is rolling out Walmart Soccer Saturdays at elementary schools, highlighting the importance of community and staying active. “The Walmart Soccer Sparks Saturday events in Dallas ISD are about fostering connection, supporting wellness, and creating meaningful experiences for our students, their families, and the surrounding neighborhoods,” said Mita Havlick, executive director of the Dallas Education Foundation. “We are incredibly grateful to Walmart for their continued partnership and for bringing together families and communities.” This program…

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Dallas ISD invites families to explore the district’s schools and programs at Discover Dallas ISD, the largest school fair in North Texas. With nearly 230 schools to learn about, families can meet their students’ future campus representatives, explore innovative programs rooted in tradition and excellence, and build meaningful connections for the year ahead. The family-friendly event takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, at Fair Park’s Automobile Building. Attendees can enjoy free activities, including food trucks, and apply on-site for the 2026–2027 school year. 1. Explore Dallas ISD’s innovative programs Discover the district’s cutting-edge offerings,…

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Dallas ISD students and team members will enjoy a fall break, scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 9, and Friday, Oct. 10. Teachers will return on Monday, Oct. 13, for a professional development day, while students return to campuses on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Students in pre-K through eighth grade will continue to receive complimentary State Fair tickets.  High school students will receive a discount code to purchase a general admission ticket online. Discounted tickets are valid Monday through Thursday only. Families should also plan to cover the costs of food, games, and rides. Students are encouraged to demonstrate appropriate behavior so everyone…

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En Cedar Crest Elementary School, el impulso cobra más fuerza en cada salón gracias a una práctica que lo hace todo posible. El “looping”, que consiste en mantener a los estudiantes con el mismo maestro por varios años, se ha convertido en un motor importante de crecimiento en la escuela. Para la directora Stacy Ray, no solo es una estrategia, es un cambio cultural.“Esta práctica permite a los maestros conocer a sus estudiantes a fondo, seguir su progreso más de cerca y personalizar su aprendizaje de manera que aumente su confianza en sí mismos y su consistencia”, dijo Ray. “Es…

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At Cedar Crest Elementary School, momentum builds one classroom at a time, and looping is at the heart of it. Looping, the practice of keeping students with the same teacher for consecutive years, has become a powerful driver of growth on the campus. For Principal Stacy Ray, it’s not just a strategy, it’s a culture shift. “Looping allows teachers to know their students deeply, track their progress more closely, and personalize learning in ways that build both confidence and consistency,” Ray said. “It’s that connection, year over year, that makes such a difference.” The difference is clear in state accountability…

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Dallas ISD will host its annual districtwide college fair for all high school seniors, juniors, and their parents.  Participants will receive admission and financial aid information from over 170 universities and colleges, as well as information from other organizations on various postsecondary opportunities. Students, with permission from parents, will also have the opportunity to receive free immunizations required to attend college. Buses will be provided to provide transportation to and from most high schools to the college fair. All students interested in attending the districtwide college fair should contact their school counselor and pre-register for the event. The college fair…

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Dallas ISD debe obtener autorización por escrito de parte de los padres o tutores legales para proveer servicios de salud a sus hijos, lo que incluye la provisión de curitas para heridas leves y la toma de temperatura. Este formulario es requisito del Proyecto de Ley 12 del Senado, aprobado por la Legislatura de Texas. Sin el formulario de autorización completado, el distrito escolar solo tiene permitido proveer atención en casos de peligro de vida. Para proveer cualquier otro servicio de salud, el padre o tutor del estudiante debe indicar que “sí” y firmar el formulario de Autorización de Padres…

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