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More than 2,400 students from 104 elementary schools competed in the Dallas ISD Elementary UIL A+ Spring Academic Competition on April 14. The competitions at the event ranged from chess and dictionary skills to social studies and storytelling. Go here to see the results from the competition.
A new all-boys school opening next school that will cultivate future leaders is currently accepting applications. The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees on April 12 approved the opening of the Solar Preparatory School for Boys at John F. Kennedy Learning Center. The school will replicate Solar Preparatory School for Girls, which has seen remarkable success and interest. Seats are available for incoming pre-k through second graders. Parents can visit www.dallasisd.org/ApplyChoice to apply by May 11. Parents wanting to learn more can attend information sessions being held at John F. Kennedy Learning Center on Tuesday, May 1, and Thursday, May 3,…
A national group named Dallas ISD’s alternative certification teacher program as one of the top 10 programs in the country. The Dallas ISD program prepares college graduates and career changers to become top-tiered teachers in the district. The National Council on Teacher Quality in April ranked the Dallas ISD teacher certification program in the top 10 out of 129 similar programs. “With the high number of new teachers in the workforce, particularly in schools with large populations of traditionally underserved students, it is imperative that programs provide prospective teachers with the proper support to become effective first-year teachers,” said Kate…
Students at Oliver W. Holmes Humanities/Communications Academy were inspired to pursue careers in STEM with the help of a special guest: Dallas Cowboys legend Troy Aikman. United Way, Mr. Cooper, Texas Instruments and, of course, Number 8 himself brought STEM in the Schoolyard to the campus. United Way hosts the annual event to immerse students in science, technology, engineering and math activities to inspire them to think outside the box. More than 150 volunteers led engaging sessions for 300 students.