Inside Dallas ISD

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.

After thinking and reflecting on what the concept of feminism means, Bryan Adams High School student Erick decided to start a club focused on the concept and its importance to society at large. Now a senior, he launched the school’s first Feminist Club during his sophomore year. “It’s not something you usually hear, especially in high school because people tend to have a misconception of what feminism means,” he said. By definition, feminism is the belief that women and men should have equal rights and opportunities. “It’s more of a safe place for everyone who wants to come and share any ideas…

Dance Planet 22 was conducted on Saturday, April 7, at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. The event, in its second year of collaboration with Dallas ISD, allowed students to experience more than 40 classes for free, taught by instructors from around the world. Student dancers also had the chance to audition for summer dance intensives, including the opportunity to land one of 15 scholarships to dance with the Dallas Black Dance Theatre.