Inside Dallas ISD

Ana Pérez: “Dallas ISD is home because it opened its doors and gave me the confidence to teach the future of our country: our children”. Ana Pérez García is a bilingual teacher at Arlington Park Childhood Center. Throughout her career at the district, she has had wonderful moments alongside her young learners. Recently, she was recognized as Teacher of the Year 2021 for her work and dedication and for using her experience to support her students to grow in their first language (Spanish) while learning and expanding their knowledge in their second language (English). “We live in a rapidly changing…

Dallas ISD Food and Child Nutrition Services (FCNS) is grateful for the partnership with Tyson Foods for the donation of much-needed tents for curbside meal service. The inclement weather in February ripped multiple tents used for curbside meal service. After making several previous donations, Tyson recently donated 24 tents and five flags to assist FCNS. Curbside meal distribution continues to be available every Wednesday from 4:30–6:30 p.m. with an additional pickup time of 10 a.m.–12 p.m. for high school specific curbside locations.  Meals are served at schools throughout the district. For more information and to find an open site near…

A leadership educational model coming to Julius Dorsey Elementary School next school year will expand innovative learning options for students in that community. “We are excited about the opportunity to provide the Pleasant Grove community with a great innovation school in their neighborhood,” said Principal Rubinna Sanchez. Dorsey Elementary, a neighborhood campus, will be an innovation school under the district’s Public School Choice initiative. Innovation schools are non-application based and offer additional educational models within their traditional curriculum, in order to provide more innovative options for families in their own backyard.  Staff at Dorsey Elementary will combine academics with social…

The Dallas ISD Special Education Department is excited to announce the upcoming Special Education Transition Fair 2021, taking place April 13–15 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. each day. This event will focus on helping families of students receiving special education services prepare their child for life after high school.  The three-day fair will feature guest speakers and interactive activities that target key topics and areas of support to ensure families are knowledgeable of resources needed for students to reach lifelong goals. Day #1–April 13th: GET READY Vocational and Information Sessions Day #2–April 14th: GET SET College, Career, and Military Readiness Day…