What began as Willo S.’s small, homemade cosmetics line is now being refined in the classroom. At 11-years-old, to stave off boredom during 2020, Willo and her mom began researching how to make lip glosses from scratch. Together, they ordered lip gloss bases and oils and experimented with different formulas to create a product that was safe and naturally derived. “We started mixing things around to see what would be best, and that took a long time to do before we actually launched,” Willo said. “But as soon as we started, I felt like I gained a passion for having…

More than 48,000 students in select grade levels will soon take part in a new high-quality learning experiences program that aligns with the high-quality instructional materials being used across classrooms, and these experiences will take them across Dallas ISD. Thanks to a partnership with Lyda Hill Philanthropies and Dallas ISD Academic Services, K-8 students will visit the Dallas Zoo, Perot Museum, Dallas Arboretum, and Environmental Education Center. This program connects classroom instruction with real-world learning by removing financial and logistical barriers to provide meaningful and engaging educational experiences. The ‘Learning Voyages’ provide real-world applications of learning that ignite passion and…

Surrounded by their peers, Evelyn W. and Anya H. made Dallas ISD history as they were inducted into Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard’s newly established art honor society. The induction ceremony marked the launch of the National Elementary Art Honor Society pilot, making it the first school in the district to participate in the program. The society, which includes 16 members, is built on three pillars: art scholarship, character, and service. As a keepsake of the occasion, each student received a membership pin and a T-shirt. “I was proud of myself,” Anya said. “As someone in theater, you have a…