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Turning tragedy into triumph, Cowboys help TJ celebrate new football field
0“At the moment, I’m excited, happy, and ready to make history.” Jeremiah A., defensive back for Thomas Jefferson High School (TJ), steps onto the turf as he takes a moment to soak in the reconstructed, NFL-quality football field in front of him. He’s ready to get a few wins in for the season, and after that his game plan includes going to college. “Hopefully I’ll land at UTSA (The University of Texas at San Antonio) in the future.” After severe damage caused by an EF-3 tornado in 2019, the future was uncertain for all of TJ’s student-athletes, but thanks to…
Female kicker for Wilmer-Hutchins football team making most of opportunity
0By Todd Lamb Athletics Communication Coordinator The football team at Wilmer-Hutchins High School has won all three games so far this season, and while that is noteworthy, the team is getting attention for another reason. Junior Jacqueline A. is the team’s kicker, at least when it comes to points after touchdown or “P-A-Ts.” In the team’s first home game against Fort Worth Dunbar, she made all three of her attempts in the team’s 33-7 victory. She admitted she was nervous kicking a football in front of a big crowd, but those butterflies disappeared after connecting on her first kick. When…
Dallas ISD fall break schedule
0Dallas ISD is incorporating a fall break for students and campus team members this school year. Campuses will be closed Thursday, Oct. 12 and Friday. Oct. 13. Following the break, teachers will return on Monday, Oct. 16 for a professional development day, while students return to campuses Tuesday, Oct. 17. Fall break also coincides with the district’s Fair Days. Parents, guardians, and students are encouraged to contact their respective schools to determine their specific Fair Day. The State Fair of Texas implemented a minor’s policy for 2023, requiring all aged 17 and under be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or…
New opportunities await Dallas ISD upperclassmen at upcoming college fair
0It’s never too early for high school juniors and seniors to start thinking about their future. To help prepare for college and career success, Dallas ISD invites its 11th- and 12th-grade students to the annual Districtwide College Fair, which is designed to empower and equip students with valuable information for their postsecondary journeys. This annual free event is an opportunity for Dallas ISD students and their families to gather essential information, make connections with higher education institutions, and celebrate the accomplishments of Dallas ISD’s brightest stars. This year, a VIP Recognition Celebration during the fair will honor the district’s students…