Dallas ISD is one of the first districts in the DFW area to have average teacher salaries now exceed $64,000 under the Teacher Excellence Initiative! For comparison, $64,000 is equivalent to more than 20 years of service in the DFW market. As approved by trustees in June 2021, Dallas ISD committed to provide about $17 million in teacher salary increases this school year. While the COVID-19 pandemic required significant modifications to TEI last school year, returning teachers were eligible for a differentiated flat-rate increase ranging from $1,250 to $2,000. Notably, more than 99 percent of returning teachers received a salary increase in 2021-2022,…

It’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…

Dallas 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…