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Guided by service, shaping tomorrow
0Amami L., a student at Rosie M. Collins Sorrels School of Education and Social Services at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center, has a passion to help people. “It’s something my mom instilled in me; to always be part of the community,” she said. “Whether it’s volunteering or helping people, you’re supposed to do good.” A junior, Amami said those passions are motivating her to become an industrial organization psychologist, which partners with private companies to improve well-being, productivity, and effectiveness of their employees. “They help with burnout and make sure the workforce is healthy,” Amami said. There are two clusters…
Dallas ISD seniors celebrate early acceptance
0As the end of the semester approaches, seniors across the district are starting to secure spots at colleges and universities. Students are being admitted to prestigious institutions such as University of Chicago, University of Notre Dame, and Boston College. Gabriel M., a senior at Skyline High School, is one of them. “I have always been interested in going to school in Boston, and Boston College is the school I fell in love with,” he said. “I’m excited about the school because of all the amazing opportunities they will have to offer and making new friends.” Sergio R., who received a…
Innovative showcase gives Robert T. Hill Middle School students a creative outlet
0From audience members to performers and stagehands, Functional Living Skills students at Robert T. Hill Middle School are taking the stage for the first time during a holiday showcase. “Through this program, our kids have really experienced a sense of belonging with their general education peers working closely together,” said Cristina Rachuig, FLS teacher. For the first time, FLS students are enrolled in theater as an elective, an opportunity that marks a shift in access to fine arts for students who previously had only art or physical education as elective options. The elective brings FLS and general education theater students…
Aviation program takes learning to new heights
0Sometimes, a student’s first experience with flight doesn’t happen thousands of feet in the air. It begins right in the classroom. “I used to live near the Dallas Executive Airport,” said Juan Q. “I liked going outside and seeing the small airplanes landing and taking off.” Juan, now an aviation student at Career Institute South who hopes to become a private pilot, was inspired to join the pathway by an older classmate. A four-year program, the aviation pathway gives students the opportunity to explore everything from flight operations to aircraft systems. It is part of Dallas ISD’s broader effort to…