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Dallas ISD shares summer safety tips for students and families
0With summer break in full swing, Dallas ISD safety officials are sharing helpful reminders to keep students safe and healthy throughout the season. “Summer is a time to celebrate accomplishments, like finishing the school year or graduating, and to look ahead to new adventures,” said Chief Albert Martinez of the Dallas ISD Police Department. “At the same time, the season brings its own challenges, such as extreme heat and large gatherings.” Martinez encourages having a basic safety plan in place before participating in any summer activity. Simple steps like wearing a life vest during water activities, applying sunscreen before spending…
Girls flag football team opens new doors for student-athletes
0A historic move for high school athletics, Dallas ISD, in partnership with the Dallas Cowboys, launched its first-ever girls flag football league this spring. “This program opens doors for girls to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and form lasting friendships. It also gives them the chance to compete, stay active, and even explore future opportunities in athletics,” said Paula Lewis, coach at Lincoln High School and Humanities/Communications Magnet. “Whether that’s playing at the next level or getting involved in coaching, officiating, or sports management, this sport will open doors across the board for girls.” Recent Lincoln grad, Sy’Niyah G., and…
Students find confidence and community through Summer Breeze program
0The silent powerhouses of school spirit are stepping into the spotlight this summer at Summer Breeze marching band auxiliary skills camp. Open to high school students, the four-day camp brings together drill team and color guard members from across the district to focus on teamwork, leadership, and technique. Participants rotate through sessions on choreography and foundational skills, including baton, flag, and sabre work, while also developing confidence and learning from one another. This is Sarahy E.’s second year on the team. A rising junior at Sunset High School, she was drawn to color guard after watching the group perform at…
A legacy preserved for a new generation at Geneva Heights Elementary
0Geneva Heights Elementary School turned a new page and stepped into the future while honoring its rich, and long-standing legacy. Built in 1931, the school’s red-brick exterior and art deco design have been a symbol of pride in the historic neighborhood. When it came time to make upgrades and improvements, Dallas ISD made a clear choice; to preserve the history while reimagining what’s possible. “Historic preservation is important in that it provides a forum for communities to identify and conserve historic buildings they deem to have value,” said Kathleen Lenihan, design director for Construction Services/Bond Office at Dallas ISD. “It…