When students walk down the halls of the brand-new John Lewis Social Justice Academy at Oliver Wendell Holmes, they’ll step into a space built just for them, a place that honors the school’s history while opening doors to its future. The $80 million campus, built as part of the 2020 Bond Program, was designed with both innovation and tradition in mind.  Its metal screens, preserved from the original building, and color-matched brick serve as nods to the school’s legacy, while features like a central open library, described as a “living room” concept, reflect a vision for the future. “I’ve been…

As the 2025–2026 school year kicks off, the Dallas ISD Police Department is introducing a new traffic enforcement unit to improve safety during the busiest times of the school day. This marks the district’s first dedicated traffic unit, with officers specially trained to monitor school zones. Easily identifiable by the red on their uniforms, these officers will be stationed near campuses starting at 6:30 a.m. and will return during afternoon dismissal hours. The goal is to increase visibility, promote safer driving habits, and help protect students, families, and team members during high-traffic periods. “We’re going to be watching for speeding,…

As the 2025–2026 school year approaches, it brings with it new opportunities for growth, achievement, and the chance for students to shape their legacy. From starting as freshmen to preparing to graduate as seniors, each step forward represents a pivotal moment on their journey toward adulthood. “The college process can be complicated, but we are here to help,” said Carolina Ramirez, lead college advisor at Bryan Adams High School Leadership Academy. “There is so much that can be solved by simply asking for help, and we are here to direct you on a path to success and are always here…

Lianny G. is most looking forward to learning to read and write better and to meeting her new teacher when classes start in Dallas ISD Tuesday, Aug. 12. The second grader will start her second year at Anne Frank Elementary School and recently visited one of the One Centers with her mother to make sure she is enrolled for the new school year. “She was at Anne Frank for two months last year, and I wanted to make sure she was registered and ready for the school year,” said Liliana Gaterol. While Lianny is also looking forward to making new…