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Texas Comptroller names Dallas ISD as a Transparency Star for finances
0Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced that Dallas ISD is the latest local government entity to achieve specific transparency goals through the Comptroller’s Transparency Stars program. Dallas ISD received a star in the area of Traditional Finances, which recognizes entities for their outstanding efforts in making their spending and revenue information available. Transparency Stars recognizes local government entities that provide easy online access to important financial data. “By providing meaningful financial data in addition to visual tools and analysis of its revenues and expenditures, Dallas ISD has shown a true commitment to Texas taxpayers. This effort achieves the goals set by…
Early learning team presses the pavement for pre-K (video)
0Members of Dallas ISD’s early learning team, staff, and volunteers took to the streets on Friday, March 31, to let people know in person about available pre-K opportunities in the district. The teams went door-to-door in Dallas neighborhoods to tell residents about the critical importance of high quality pre-K, and how a parent could register their 3- or 4-year-old. Dallas ISD offers pre-K for free to qualifying families. The district also offers paid pre-K this year families that don’t meet certain eligibility requirements. Go here to learn more or to register for pre-K.
More than 60 seniors to each receive $2,500 Superintendent’s Scholarship
0More than 60 Dallas ISD seniors will each receive $2,500 scholarships to help make college a reality. The district awards the Superintendent’s Scholarship based on a student’s character, academic achievement and community service. Meanwhile, three other Dallas ISD seniors have received $10,000 scholarships funded by the Sulentic Family Foundation, and a top student-athlete has earned the $5,000 Eric Louis Brown Scholarship. Also, the Superintendent’s Scholar with the top GPA will receive an additional $1,500 scholarship from the family of the late trustee Joe May. These talented scholars will be recognized and celebrated at a ceremony on April 18 at Emmett…
What to know about the April 8 Dallas ISD job fair
0Dallas ISD is holding a teacher job fair from 9 a.m.–noon on Saturday, April 8, at Ellis Davis Field House. Attendees must register to attend, and the registration period is still open. Attendees are asked to bring plenty of resumes to the event. Here is an FAQ for the job fair: Do I have to register to attend? Yes, you must register to receive a ticket to the job fair. Event tickets will be required for entry. Don’t forget to bring your teaching certificate or proof of teaching eligibility. Can I attend the event if I am already a Dallas…