News Briefs

Submitted by Dallas ISD Athletics department Nominations are now being accepted for the next class of the Dallas ISD Athletic Hall of Fame. Since its creation in 2017, the Hall of Fame has welcomed 51 individuals into its membership. The Hall of Fame recognizes and honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the district’s storied high school athletic programs.  Individuals may be nominated in one of three categories: past Dallas ISD  student-athlete, former Dallas ISD coach, and contributors. Nominees must exemplify the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and moral character. Nominations will be open through Wednesday, July 17.…

Dallas ISD is taking proactive measures in building its 2024-2025 budget allotment, prioritizing people and student support in decision-making despite no additional state funding. Currently, the district receives a basic allotment of $5,800 per student from the state. With inflation and no new money, this continues to stress the district’s budget. “Money will never be an excuse in Dallas ISD in terms of providing our students a safe, quality education,” said Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie S. Elizalde, Ed.D. Nonetheless, the district is actively taking steps to minimize disruptions to the learning environment. “If a health pathway is available at a Career…

Registration for pre-K through 12th grade at Dallas ISD is now open for the 2024-2025 academic year. Dallas ISD offers various options for families like free tuition, scholarships, and tuition-based options. Studies show that pre-K plays a critical role in a child’s development and children who attend preschool acquire foundational academic skills and crucial social-emotional skills like empathy, confidence, and relationship building. By boosting their learning potential, students who attend pre-K are more likely to graduate from high school and attend college. The Early Learning department is hosting a Pre-K Pop-up Registration event on Saturday, April 20. Families will get hands-on…

Submitted by the Social Studies department The 2023-2024 State Mock Trial Competition unfolded over spring break, as Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet, Woodrow Wilson High School, and Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA) engaged in fierce legal battles against schools from across Texas. All three schools advanced to the second day of competition. Woodrow Wilson claimed eighth place, while Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet secured a sixth-place finish. The Booker T. Washington HSPVA team emerged victorious, clinching the first-place title. Adding to the honor, Lola Saldana of Booker T. Washington HSPVA, earned second place…