Inside Dallas ISD

Exciting news! The Office of Transformation and Innovation is launching an application process for district staff to identify design team leads and team members to develop a Public School Choice 7.0 proposal for a future Hybrid School tentatively launching in Fall 2021. The Opportunity Participate in several school design process webinars led by an industry leader in innovation Provide expertise in helping to ideate, investigate and develop a comprehensive model for an effective competency focused student learning experience Collaborate with a several central staff department experts to develop and submit a Public School Choice 7.0 proposal on  Jan. 5, 2021…

After a banner school year that saw the highest enrollment in African American Studies and Mexican American Studies courses since their implementation, enrollment is now open for the 2020-2021 school year. The African American Studies course explores the rich and diverse history and culture of African Americans. Students will broaden their knowledge and understanding of African American realities and its impact on contemporary issues. Likewise, the Mexican American Studies course explores the complexities of the Mexican American experience. Students will traverse Mexican American historical and cultural developments in the 20th and 21st centuries. “African American Studies and Mexican American Studies…

After consideration of the latest COVID-19 data and the rising number of cases in Dallas County and in the district, district employees will be expected to report to work in-person on Monday, August 3, instead of the original date of July 6. The district will continue to monitor the situation and provide additional guidance. The safety and well-being of staff are top priorities for Dallas ISD as the district transitions to returning to district facilities. New practices and protocols have been implemented to follow recommended safety guidelines from federal, state, and local health officials. The district will continue to screen…

Enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year is now underway at Joseph J. Rhoads.  Dallas ISD is offering scholarships for eligible 3- and 4-year-olds to attend J.J. Rhoads All-Day Learning Center in South Dallas at no cost starting this August. The scholarship guidelines are designed to increase opportunity by making early learning available to more Dallas families. Families can qualify and receive a scholarship based on the following criteria: Dallas ISD’s historical academic needs, as identified in district data (currently identified as African American students). Expanded income bracket: meet scholarship income guidelines. Household Size New Income Limits 3 $63,991 4 $77,251…