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Dallas ISD launches its own afterschool program at 56 schools
0It’s 4 p.m. at S.S. Conner Elementary School’s district-run afterschool program, and cheerleaders are pumping up a group of 70 students as they enjoy a healthy snack. Now with full bellies and high spirits, the students go into classrooms and center themselves with deep breathing exercises and social and emotional learning practices. Then it’s on to fun, hands-on learning and, at last, an epic game of kickball in the gym. “Our students have so much fun here,” said Erica Kennard, a media specialist at Conner Elementary who coordinates their afterschool program. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to be involved with.” Conner…
Discover Dallas ISD and find the best-fit school for your child!
0Dallas ISD offers something for every student. From innovation at its best to exceptional academics, exciting extracurricular and after-school opportunities, and safe learning environments, the district has a school or program for every child. The district is rapidly becoming a district of choice where every child can find a school that best fits their unique interests, needs and aspirations. The academic options offered are as diverse as the learners themselves, and many of the top-tier programs offered at Dallas area private schools can be found in Dallas ISD. “The academic success of every student is important, and Dallas ISD wants…
TEA and Texas Department of State Health Services launching a new COVID-19 testing project for remainder of school year
0The Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are launching a new COVID-19 testing project for the remainder of the school year. Dallas ISD is working to transfer all testing materials and train test administrators in the coming weeks. All testing for students and staff will be put on pause while this transition takes place. In the meantime, CVS locations and Parkland Hospital at Ellis Davis offer free COVID-19 testing.
United Way campaign kicks off to raise money that benefits district schools
0Dallas ISD’s annual employee giving campaign, in collaboration with the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and benefiting the Dallas Education Foundation, started this week with a goal of raising $150,000. The district’s charity of choice, the Dallas Education Foundation, is the philanthropic arm of Dallas ISD, and in 2020 provided over $3 million in funding that supported grants for teachers, campus needs, programming, technology, and project Dream Big—use code E108456 to give to the DEF. If every employee gives at least $10, Dallas ISD will reach the $150,000 giving goal by the Dec. 17 deadline. You can also wear jeans…