Inside Dallas ISD

The STEM-Computer Science and Technology Department and Ann Richards STEAM Academy hosted the VEX IQ State Robotics Championship on March 9. The following schools advanced at the state event to the VEX IQ Robotics World Championship in Kentucky April 28-30. Winnetka Elementary School Casa View Elementary School (two teams competing) Alex Sanger Preparatory (two teams competing) Dallas Environmental Science Academy Hill Middle School “The Dallas ISD STEM Department has continuously hosted top-tier events this season and continues to lead as the largest VEX IQ program in Texas, helping spread STEM education into the DFW Metroplex,” said Ruben Lopez from the…

Students at the School for the Talented and Gifted in Pleasant Grove chuckled when Oscar Mojica, the school’s beloved teacher assistant who is also a professional boxer, got slightly nervous addressing the school. Just four days earlier, Mejia had won the biggest boxing match of his life in front of a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden. And while Mojica called the victory a dream come true, he told the students that helping them succeed is more important. “I do box. But what drives me the most is helping you with your education and helping you become who you want…

A media specialist from Wilmer-Hutchins High School will be digging into the California Gold Rush over the summer. Specifically, Valerie Tagoe will attend a seminar on the California Gold Rush at the University of California–Davis after having her application accepted for the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History Teacher seminar. “I am thrilled to attend this seminar and bring the information and lessons I learn back to my campus,” Tagoe said. “This will help me collaborate with our teachers on this major event from American history.” The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is a nonprofit organization dedicated to K–12…

Prom season is just around the corner! The Buzz Free Dress & Suit Giveaway will provide free prom attire for students who commit to being drug- and alcohol-free. The event is 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at Townview Magnet Center, 1201 E. 8th St. Those interested in attending are asked to register in advance at www.surveymonkey.com/r/buzzfree2019.