Inside Dallas ISD

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available now for the 2018-2019 school year to apply for financial assistance to pay for college or career school. Students planning to apply for financial aid through FAFSA are encouraged to do so as soon as possible. Schools have various deadlines for accepting aid, and the federal deadline is June 30, 2019. FAFSA lets students apply for three types of financial assistance: grants, work-study funds and low-interest loans. Information and the online application is available here. Additionally, the Dallas County Promise Pledge is also available. Class of 2019 seniors must pledge by…

Students in Adamson High School’s automotive technology program enjoyed a special guest speaker this week: John Kraman, the commentator for Mecum Auction’s TV broadcasts. Kraman talked with auto tech students about the collector car market and opportunities for students to apply their skills within the industry. “With your knowledge and passion, you have a huge step up on your peers if you start looking for jobs in the automotive industry after you graduate,” Kraman said. “I commend you for taking the initiative. There are not enough students out there like you.” Kraman was in town as part of the Mecum…

Shannon Kline, a second-grade teacher at Anson Jones Elementary School, was surprised with a $10,000 check after being named a recipient of the Sanford Teacher Awards. Kline was one of five inaugural awardees who demonstrate the qualities of inspiring teaching. Sanford Programs and the National University System hosted the awards. After being surprised with the award, Kline teared up and thanked her fantastic students. “This is my inspiration right here,” she said, pointing to the students. “These kids are my heart.” Go here to see video of Kline being surprised with the award.

Dallas ISD students are dancing through barriers thanks to a special opportunity. Dancing Classrooms uses ballroom dancing to help teach emotional intelligence and enhance social and academic success among participants. Students participated in a 20-lesson residency that led to the culminating event: the Colors of the Rainbow. Photos courtesy Guzick Elementary teacher Lavontase Strickland