News Briefs

Below are highlights from the April 9 Board Briefing.  More students are earning certifications and credentials District leaders shared updates on student outcomes. The report showed that 42% of the Class of 2024 earned industry-based certifications, and 741 students earned Level 1 or Level 2 certificates, exceeding the district’s goal of 450. TSI readiness is improving For the Class of 2024, TSI readiness increased by eight percentage points, with 2,910 students meeting college readiness benchmarks, 640 more students than the previous year. Community budget meetings scheduled Dallas ISD will host a series of community budget meetings in May at multiple…

Sixth‑grade World Cultures students recently participated in the co‑curricular Model United Nations show case, displaying their global knowledge, research skills, and civic engagement. Representing 32 nations from around the world, participants moved through the concourse to visit country stations, listen to presentations, and engage in thoughtful discussions as student diplomats representing their nations’ policy positions. Student delegations also wrote position papers evaluating whether increased support and rights for women farmers would advance UN goals, poverty and zero hunger, as proposed by the United Nations for the 2026 Year of the Woman Farmer. Students debated and voted on resolutions presented by…

Dallas ISD recently hosted its third annual Financial Literacy Day at Zan Wesley Holmes Jr. Middle School.  This high-impact, co-curricular event empowered over 230 students from 18 high schools to transform abstract financial concepts into tangible life skills. The success of the day was made possible through the invaluable contributions of community partners like Next Generation Action Network, Wells Fargo, Comerica Bank, the 3 to 1 Foundation, and the Academic Success Program. Called The Ultimate Glow Up: A Teen’s Financial Playbook, the day featured hands-on workshops and competitive learning, including:  Interactive breakout sessions: Small-group workshops where students practiced managing real-life…

All eligible Dallas ISD seniors, team members, and parents are reminded to register for the upcoming May 2 election. The deadline to register is Thursday, April 2. Students who will turn 18 on or before Election Day are also eligible to vote, but must register by the deadline. To register to vote, an application must be submitted to the elections department. To see if you’re already registered, click here. Print and mail: Visit VoteTexas.gov to fill out an informal application, print it, and mail it to the Dallas County Elections office. In-person: Pick up an application at most Dallas ISD…