Goggles in hand and smiles all around, students at W.H. Adamson High School are diving into a new era of athletics. By mastering the water, these students strengthen their physical endurance while securing their safety and claiming their independence both in and out of the pool. The inaugural adaptive swim initiative, a vital addition to the curriculum, is designed to provide essential water safety and aquatic instruction to students in the Functional Living Skills and 18+ Transition programs. Jennifer Rottkamp, FLS teacher and special education department co-chair, says the program provides her students with an athletic experience enjoyed by their…

More than 460 Dallas ISD students explored internship opportunities across district departments at the annual Internship Expo. From business and information technology to education and healthcare, students learned about roles within Dallas ISD and participated in on-the-spot interviews, gaining firsthand experience in a professional setting. As part of Dallas ISD’s broader effort to equip students with employable skills, the internship program bridges classroom learning with real-world experience. “Opportunities like the Internship Expo give our students direct access to real-world experiences through professional interviews and conversations with industry partners,” said Sibu McNeal, workforce development programs director. “It helps them build confidence,…

On the floor of a Dallas ISD elementary classroom, one senior leans over a set of plastic coins, patiently teaching a young learner the basics of math. Down the hall, another senior helps a first-grader use crayons to color a map, turning a geography lesson into a vibrant exploration of the world. A masterclass on leadership and interpersonal skills, this is what a typical day in the Education and Training pathway at W.T. White High School looks like, where textbooks are replaced by real-world training. For Yoselyn L., the transition from the high school hallway to the head of a…