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Trustees approve resolution against proposed legislation that could harm district’s racial equity efforts
0The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution during a May 10 meeting in response to legislation under consideration by the Texas Legislature that, according to the resolution, “threatens the essential work that the District is doing to celebrate diversity and would greatly hinder efforts to create inclusive and equitable learning environments and develop more informed, engaged citizens.” In December 2017, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees took a bold step to address educational disparities by establishing the Racial Equity Office. Trustees also adopted a Welcoming Resolution, and a Resolution on the Commitment of the District to Black…
Join the Racial Equity Office’s advisory committee!
0As we look to become a school district where race is no longer a predictor of student outcomes, our Racial Equity Office is looking to incorporate 13 dedicated community members to serve on its advisory council. The group’s goal is to advise and support the REO’s work as it seeks to advance a culture of racial equity. Volunteer applications will be received until May 19. For more information, click here.
First-generation American is off to Yale with support of Dallas Education Foundation
0The Dallas Education Foundation, in partnership with the Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet at Townview Center, held a presentation ceremony on the step of Townview Center to award the inaugural Liza Farrow-Gillespie Intrepid Young Women Scholarship, on May 3rd, 2021. Hanan Yousuf was shocked to hear her name as the recipient of the $10,000 scholarship award, but few at the Law Magnet were surprised. While most would agree that Yousuf, a first-generation American heading to Yale University is the embodiment of the word intrepid, being fearless didn’t always come easy to her. “Coming from an immigrant family, there are a…
Meet the nominees for 2021 Principal of the Year!
0Dallas ISD has named 21 nominees for the 2021 Principal of the Year awards! Principals are now voting on who they think they should win the award, which is broken down into three categories: elementary nominees, secondary nominees, and choice/magnet nominees. Elementary nominees (see a book of the nominees) Sonja Barnes – Brashear Elementary Sandra Barrios – Jack Lowe Sr. Elementary Reymundo Cervantes – Gonzalez PL Academy Lourdes Garduno – Winnetka Elementary Gloria Kennedy – Bayles Elementary Adrian Luna – Nathan Adams Elementary Stephanie McCloud – Umphrey Lee Elementary Maria Puentemejia – Botello Elementary Kimberly Richardson – Marsalis STEAM Academy…