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Guidelines set for reporting potential Ebola risk
0Out of an abundance of caution, the Dallas Independent School District is implementing guidelines that will ensure district stakeholders will be screened if they have been in situations that put them at-risk for contracting Ebola. Dallas ISD begins its two-week Winter Break on Dec. 19, and many students, staff members, vendors and other constituents may travel or may have contact with others outside their usual circle during that time. The district must remain vigilant in order to ensure the safety of Dallas ISD students, staff and community members. According to a notice sent to stakeholders Dec. 15, any person who can answer…
District website updated with tips for avoiding the flu
0Editor’s note: The video above is courtesy of the Health and Wellness Alliance for Children. Tis the season not only to be jolly, but to be especially vigilant regarding influenza, according to health experts. Health officials are reporting an increase in influenza cases throughout Dallas County. The flu is easily spread, so practicing good hygiene is crucial. Dallas ISD has relaunched a special website dedicated to providing great tips and resources for avoiding the flu. District health professionals also encourage you to do the following: Cover your cough with a tissue or cough into your upper sleeve Put your used tissue in…
Skyline’s football title chase ends after Allen rally
0After a dominating start, the Skyline Raiders football team succumbed to a rally by two-time defending state champion Allen on Dec. 13, falling 52-34 in the Class 6A Division I Region II semifinal at SMU’s Ford Stadium. More than 18,000 people gathered to watch as Skyline took on Allen in Skyline’s deepest playoff run since it battled Southlake Carroll in a regional semifinal in 2011. The contest was a back-and-forth offensive affair, pitting Skyline’s dominating ground game and timely passing against Allen’s efficient quick-strike ability. Skyline led 14-10 at halftime behind a touchdown by running back DaLeon Ward and another…
VIDEO: Dallas students take end of semester exams
0Students across Dallas ISD are wrapping up the semester with end of semester tests called ACP exams which stands for Assessment of Course Performance. ACP exams happen in every school, across every grade level and in most subjects. Students at Cesar Chavez Learning Center in East Dallas just completed their ACPs in music. In January, a task force made up of parents, distinguished art, music and PE teachers, the district’s TEI Focus group and principals will meet to talk about the ACP exams and how the district might improve these tests. For more information on TEI, visit our dedicated webpage.