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Dallas ISD Senior Profile: Nikirra J., David W. Carter High School High School
0David W. Carter High School High School collegiate ambassador and cheerleader Nikirra J. will attend Texas A&M University-Commerce this fall to major in business administration and minor in music. The decorated vocalist, who earned top state UIL solo honors and began singing at Umphrey Lee Elementary School, credits her time in choir for shaping her character and teaching her the power of teamwork. Backed by her family’s deep musical roots and her mother’s steadfast support, Nikirra hopes her legacy inspires future students to always give their best to strengthen the whole team.
Dallas ISD Senior Profile: Allan R., Seagoville High School
0Seagoville High School senior and JROTC First Sergeant, Allan R. will attend the University of Texas at Austin this fall on a full-ride scholarship to pursue civil engineering. The student leader, who also serves as an AP Ambassador and debate team member, discovered a passion for the field during a summer internship with Dallas ISD Construction Services. Driven by a desire to build a lasting legacy, Allan credits the district’s internship program and supportive campus educators for paving the way toward his next academic chapter.
Dallas ISD advances across STAAR performance levels
0Preliminary results from the latest State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness show Dallas ISD students are making meaningful academic gains across grade levels and subjects. In addition to growth on grade-level assessments, Dallas ISD students scored at or above the state average in several STAAR End-of-Course categories. These results were recently presented to the Board of Trustees at the latest briefing. “This is something to really be proud of – kudos to the leadership team for executing from top down,” said Trustee Byron Sanders. “We’re innovating. We’re moving forward, and no one is resting on our laurels. We all…
Haynes Global Prep shapes the next generation
0Hidden in plain sight on the campus of Paul Quinn College, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Global Preparatory Academy is empowering Dallas ISD students with a rigorous International Baccalaureate curriculum. Open since 2021, Haynes Global Prep utilizes the IB model to cultivate critical thinking skills that prepare students for success in high school, higher education, and future careers. Students can enroll as early as sixth grade. “Over six years, they develop lifelong, transferable skills: critical thinking, advanced analytical writing, and global citizenship,” Mercedes Holly, IB coordinator, said. “We want them to see a problem in the world and feel empowered to…