Over 200 Dallas ISD students participated in a summer commencement ceremony, held on Aug. 5 at Alfred J. Loos Field House to celebrate those who completed their high school graduation requirements after the traditional school year. “This is a vital event acknowledging those students who needed additional time or support to meet graduation requirements after the traditional school year ends,” Leslie Swann, director of Advocacy & Outreach for the Graduation, Recovery, Attendance, Advocacy, and Dropout Intervention department. “It is a second chance for completion prior to the next school year, students can maintain academic momentum, helping them stay on course…

When students walk down the halls of the brand-new John Lewis Social Justice Academy at Oliver Wendell Holmes, they’ll step into a space built just for them, a place that honors the school’s history while opening doors to its future. The $80 million campus, built as part of the 2020 Bond Program, was designed with both innovation and tradition in mind.  Its metal screens, preserved from the original building, and color-matched brick serve as nods to the school’s legacy, while features like a central open library, described as a “living room” concept, reflect a vision for the future. “I’ve been…

As the 2025–2026 school year kicks off, the Dallas ISD Police Department is introducing a new traffic enforcement unit to improve safety during the busiest times of the school day. This marks the district’s first dedicated traffic unit, with officers specially trained to monitor school zones. Easily identifiable by the red on their uniforms, these officers will be stationed near campuses starting at 6:30 a.m. and will return during afternoon dismissal hours. The goal is to increase visibility, promote safer driving habits, and help protect students, families, and team members during high-traffic periods. “We’re going to be watching for speeding,…

As the 2025–2026 school year approaches, it brings with it new opportunities for growth, achievement, and the chance for students to shape their legacy. From starting as freshmen to preparing to graduate as seniors, each step forward represents a pivotal moment on their journey toward adulthood. “The college process can be complicated, but we are here to help,” said Carolina Ramirez, lead college advisor at Bryan Adams High School Leadership Academy. “There is so much that can be solved by simply asking for help, and we are here to direct you on a path to success and are always here…