Inside Dallas ISD

It’s a good bet the 29 J.N. Ervin Elementary students who toured the new Highland Hills Library on Monday had heard more than once how important it is to visit the library. But after receiving a private tour of the $5 million dollar facility, complete with refreshments, and leaving their handprints in cement at the front door, that message probably resonates as never before. Ervin librarian Cheryl Franklin wanted her students to be among the first to celebrate the city’s newest library, a replacement for the 40-year-old facility it’s replacing. The new library, built on a former vacant lot just…

North Dallas High School Bulldog Luis Chapparo was featured on NBC’s Today show during the segment “Together We Make Football.” NBC Sports reporter, Josh Elliott, spoke live for Today from AT&T Stadium. This week’s segment profiles Chapparo, an all-district kicker and punter for North Dallas. When he was a sophomore, his brother Daniel began teaching him the mechanics of the position. Two years later, Chapparo was named captain of the team and his coaches believe he has the potential to play for a Division I college program. In addition, his talents extend off the field, ranking 10th academically in his…

The Dallas Independent School District was well-represented at the recent Alliance for a Healthier Generation 2014 Leaders Summit. James Bowie Elementary School achieved the Gold National Healthy Schools Award, one of only six awarded this year nationally, and the only one given to a Texas school. The Dallas Environmental Science Academy and Edward Titche Elementary School both earned Silver National Healthy Schools Awards, with only three going to Texas schools and 34 awarded overall. Rounding out Dallas ISD’s recognition, Herbert Marcus Elementary School and Sam Tasby Middle School were two of the 210 schools nationwide to achieve the Bronze level…

Students, parents and faculty members of School for the Talented and Gifted (TAG) had their back-to-school picnic in early September at Flag Pole Hill Park. Parents, students and faculty look forward to this annual event, which celebrates the beginning of school and gives everyone the opportunity to welcome new families to the school community.   Principal Ben Mackey was the afternoon’s grill master, cooking up hamburgers and hot dogs for everyone. It was an old-fashioned style picnic with families bringing side dishes, desserts and drinks to share. Younger siblings and dogs are always part of the fun. Many of the…