Inside Dallas ISD

Jose Fernando Loaiza never expected to become a teacher, but when he entered his first classroom, he said it did not take him long to realize he had found where he was supposed to be. Today—20 years later—he relies on students’ love of reading to transform their lives and make memorable moments at San Jacinto Elementary School. “I love this job,” said Loaiza, a second-grade bilingual teacher. “Teaching is a calling. It is not for everyone, but if it’s done well and with passion, we get to go to bed every day knowing we impacted someone in a positive way.…

George Peabody Elementary School is on the move so their current campus can undergo substantial work. Principal Sherri Rogers-Hall and her team recently welcomed their community to their temporary home at the Edison Learning Center to get a look before the start of the spring semester. Families and students were invited to tour Peabody at Edison, getting to know various classrooms, one of two gyms, the library and more. They also got to preview their new bus drop off and pick up location at a church next to the current Peabody campus. “We are so thrilled about getting a new…

One of Dallas ISD’s goals is to prepare students to have the computational skills needed for the future workplace and the increasing reliance on digital technology. With this goal in mind, at the end of last year, thousands of students and teachers took part in the 2022 Computer Science Education Week. During this weeklong event, which took place at different locations between Dec. 5 and 10, participants had the opportunity to participate in activities and training to learn about the exciting field of computer science and prepare for success in the 21st century. “Exposing students to computational thinking early on…

After wrapping another historic season, the South Oak Cliff Golden Bears celebrated their second consecutive UIL Class 5A Division II Football State Championship. The festivities kicked off with a community parade that began at For Oak Cliff, proceeded through the South Oak Cliff neighborhood and concluded on campus. The celebration continued with performances from the SOC Marching Band, special remarks from Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde and Trustee Maxie Johnson, and an unforgettable speech from Head Coach Jason Todd about the team, the community, and the Class of 2023. “When I’m riding down Marsalis Avenue in a parade, there is no amount…