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Dallas ISD is ‘back in the zone’
0“School Zone Dallas,” the district’s student-hosted television program, is returning after almost a decade, and high school students can audition for their chance to be a part of the award-winning television show on Nov. 11. Students who make it past the audition process will gain several employable skills beyond a career in journalism. School Zone Dallas hosts also learn to become strong communicators and leaders. Previously on KERA-TV (channel 13) and WFAA-TV (channel 8), “School Zone Dallas” featured teachers and students across the district in a 30-minute, magazine-style segment. The show’s premiere in October 2002 garnered more than 10,000 views…
For New Tech High School’s esports captains, gaming is a lifelong passion
0Gaming has been a part of Antonio B.’s life since he and his siblings played “Just Dance” as kids. Today, he is an esports team captain at New Tech High School at B.F. Darell. After three years of being a club member, Antonio has made several friends and gotten out of his comfort zone. “At first I was super quiet. I found a senior who helped me be more outgoing. Then, last year I became captain of the team. It helped me learn how to lead a team and eventually I made friends at other schools. It’s comforting knowing someone…
Dallas ISD to hold first-ever “gaming expo”
0More than just a pastime, esports can be a promising career path for students with the potential to earn a living. Dallas ISD’s aspiring young gamers will get their chance to turn passion into profession at the district’s first “Careers in Gaming Expo” at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 29 at New Tech High School at B.F. Darrell. “This can definitely be a primary job, we want to show them this doesn’t have to be a side job, it can be a hobby or you can go 110% into it and still make a living. It’s not relatively brand new anymore,”…
Applications for specialty schools and programs now open
0Families who are interested in sending their student to one of Dallas ISD’s specialty programs and schools for the 2024-2025 school year are encouraged to apply online now. The application process is open from November 2024 through January 2025. Dallas ISD offers more unique opportunities and programs than any school district in the area. Click here for more information and browse over 100 unique educational opportunities. Applications are open NOW for the following: Neighborhood Schools Pre-K through 12th Grade P-TECH and Early College Program Magnet Schools Montessori Schools Single-Gender International Baccalaureate Dual Language Personalized Learning Transformation Schools Talented and Gifted…