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Leaving a legacy: the journey of an artist and leader
0Written by Chandler Flowers, Communication Services junior associate. Dax P., a senior at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, is a standout example of how talent, leadership, and dedication intersect to create students poised to make lasting impacts on society. Known for his exceptional skills in visual arts, Dax’s legacy is one not just as a talented artist but also as a passionate leader. He is actively involved in several organizations that promote personal growth, academic excellence, and social responsibility. “I have been drawing ever since I was little, but it really wasn’t just an…
Longfellow community gathers for heartfelt farewell
0On Friday, May 23, the Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploration Academy community came together one last time to say goodbye to a campus that has served generations of Dallas ISD students and families. “One of the most important things about us moving from the old building to the new building has been making sure that we don’t find that it disconnects, that we just forget the past,” said M. Scott Tatum, principal. “This school’s legacy is so important to the community and to Dallas ISD. It’s just a very connected school.” As the school year came to a close, current…
Leaving a Legacy: From coding to Capitol Hill
0Graduating senior at North Dallas High School, Carol B. stood on the steps of the U.S. Capitol ready to present her original app, MealSphere. Nervous but determined, she leaned on the steady support of her family, friends, and instructors who had encouraged her every step of the way. “MealSphere was inspired by my family’s passion for traveling and food,” she said. “We often had trouble finding authentic restaurants or stores where we could find ingredients to recreate special plates at home. This led me to realize there was a need for a single platform to help fellow food lovers and…
Leaving a Legacy: From W.T. White to Germany and back
0The moment Ashanti H., a senior at W.T. White High School, stepped onto the training grounds of Borussia Dortmund’s women’s soccer team in Germany, she quickly picked up the club motto, “echte Liebe (“true love” in German).” To Die Borussen fans, those words capture their passion for their team. For Ashanti, they hold a different meaning. Her love for soccer has been a guiding force throughout her life and shapes her aspirations for the future. Born in Richardson, she began playing soccer from a young age, inspired by her family’s love for sports. “I’ve played soccer since I was little,” she said. “My…