Each October, Dallas ISD marks National Bullying Prevention Month in recognition of the need to address the profound impact bullying can have on students’ self-esteem, mental health, and school attendance. Knowing that students require a safe and civil environment to learn and attain high academic standards and develop healthy human relationships, the district strives to combat bullying by providing tools for prevention and intervention. “Bullying is a serious issue, and with the advancement of technology, it has become increasingly important to educate both parents and students about the many forms that bullying can take,” said Mahoganie Gaston, Counseling Services coordinator.…

To honor track and field athlete Sha’Carri Richardson, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees discussed naming the track field at John Kincaide Stadium, inside the Jesse Owens Athletic Complex, to the Sha’Carri Richardson Track during the October Board Briefing. The track field, near Carter High School where Richardson ran as a student, would serve as a tribute to Richardson’s remarkable achievements in sports and significant ties to the Dallas community. A native of South Dallas, Richardson was raised in Oak Cliff by her grandmother, Ms. Betty Harp and her aunt, Shayaria Richardson. She attended Dallas ISD campuses from elementary to…

With over 1,000 students, it can be difficult to find your way in a large school. At Seagoville High School, the Link Crew program is shaping the high school experience for freshmen. To ensure their initial steps are met with confidence and success, dedicated junior and senior “Link Crew Leaders” welcome new “Dragons” every year while embodying the spirit of mentorship. While adults serve a vital role in creating relationships with students and a sense of belonging, Marissa Romer, Theater Arts director, believes it is powerful for students to have peers as mentors. “Starting high school is terrifying, but freshmen…

It’s incredible to think a high school student would know the first steps in how to cook a five-star meal, design the world’s tallest skyscraper, or save a human life. Technical careers require years of firsthand experience and the confidence to excel at a high-demand job. Career Institute North (CIN) is offering students the chance to receive the resources and training necessary to be considered “career-ready” after graduation.  For the 2023-2024 school year, the institute opened its doors to students in grades nine through 12 so they can explore Career and Technical Education pathways. Equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, learning spaces,…