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Dallas ISD’s finances are very strong, auditor reports
0An external audit found that Dallas ISD’s finances remain in very strong shape. For the second year in a row, the external auditor–Weaver and Tidwell LLP–found that Dallas ISD’s finances have no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies. Additionally, the report contained no recommendations in the management letter, which is where the auditor presents observations that need to be addressed but aren’t material enough to warrant a finding. “I could not be prouder of the entire business operations division for the incredible results from their expertise and hard work,” said Dwayne Thompson, chief business officer. During the Nov. 10 regularly scheduled…
Art contest honors service men and women for Veterans Day
0To recognize the sacrifice and service of U.S. veterans, students from about 70 schools participated in an art contest to salute these heroes. For more than 25 years, Dallas ISD has held a Veterans Day art contest in partnership with the Greater Dallas Veterans Foundation. This year’s contest theme focused on “Special Forces Military,” and students produced impressive work in response. “This art contest is important because it helps students understand what Veterans Day is really about,” said Monica Hayslip, Dallas ISD director of visual arts. “It’s a small token of gratitude to those who have served our country.” Typically,…
Twenty Dallas ISD schools each receive $50,000 in seed money to pursue innovative ideas
0Twenty Dallas ISD neighborhood schools each received $50,000 in seed money to pursue innovative ideas that will increase school choice in families’ backyards. This year’s selected schools are looking to redesign the traditional school model, with a focus on joy and the overall well being of the learners in schools. Some campuses are also pursuing futuristic innovation strategies such as virtual reality. “We are thrilled to support these neighborhood schools in their journey to innovate,” said Shakeatha Butler, director of the Office of Transformation and Innovation. The Dallas ISD Office of Transformation and Innovation launched the Innovation Engine Grant program…
Join us in celebrating National Parent Involvement Day on Nov. 18!
0In celebration of National Parent Involvement Day on Thursday, Nov. 18, the Family and Community Engagement Office is offering suggestions on different ways campuses can show appreciation for parents. Parents can join the Family and Community Engagement Facebook page at 12 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 15, for the Parent Involvement Oath; Campuses are invited to share a special greeting for parents during pick-up and/or drop-off times. As part of “hats off to parents,” staff and students are invited to wear hats to school on Nov. 17