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Students find confidence and community through Summer Breeze program
0The silent powerhouses of school spirit are stepping into the spotlight this summer at Summer Breeze marching band auxiliary skills camp. Open to high school students, the four-day camp brings together drill team and color guard members from across the district to focus on teamwork, leadership, and technique. Participants rotate through sessions on choreography and foundational skills, including baton, flag, and sabre work, while also developing confidence and learning from one another. This is Sarahy E.’s second year on the team. A rising junior at Sunset High School, she was drawn to color guard after watching the group perform at…
A legacy preserved for a new generation at Geneva Heights Elementary
0Geneva Heights Elementary School turned a new page and stepped into the future while honoring its rich, and long-standing legacy. Built in 1931, the school’s red-brick exterior and art deco design have been a symbol of pride in the historic neighborhood. When it came time to make upgrades and improvements, Dallas ISD made a clear choice; to preserve the history while reimagining what’s possible. “Historic preservation is important in that it provides a forum for communities to identify and conserve historic buildings they deem to have value,” said Kathleen Lenihan, design director for Construction Services/Bond Office at Dallas ISD. “It…
Leaving a Legacy: Destiny’s path to teaching
0Destiny C.’s journey through B-Tech, a program that lets students earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree, taught her resilience and self-discovery. Overcoming challenges, she found hope in tutoring elementary students, sparking her passion for teaching. Now set to attend Texas Woman’s University, Destiny’s legacy is just beginning.
Leaving a Legacy: Ariana’s journey to success
0As a freshman, Ariana R. moved from San Felipe, Guanajuato, Mexico to Texas. She faced the challenge of adapting to a new language and environment. Known for her determination, she quickly found her voice, representing W.W. Samuell High School on the Dallas ISD Teen School Board and mentoring her peers. Ariana now looks to the future, driven by a desire to study criminal justice and make a lasting impact as a lawyer.