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Montessori schools are designed for independent thinkers who enjoy hands-on, collaborative learning. Montessori schools feature mixed-age classrooms, give students the freedom to choose from a range of available learning activities, and frequently foster learning through student self-discovery rather than direct instruction.  Developed more than a century ago, the Montessori system of instruction is one of the earliest forms of personalized learning.

Two-Way Dual Language programs teach students to read, write and speak in two languages. Two-Way Dual Language instruction is currently offered at 51 Dallas ISD elementary schools, four middle schools and one high school. Parent Rhonda Edmundson whose twins have attended a dual language program since early childhood said the program has helped her daughters become more academically competitive, socially confident and prepared to participate in a world of additional languages and cultures. “Having our girls involved in the two-way dual-language program was a no-brainer,” Edmundson said. “When I think about their future jobs and their future opportunities, we live in…

Dallas ISD is moving towards a progressive model of Racial, Socio-Economic and Educational Equity. In this effort, student voices are a valuable and necessary component toward the next steps of engagement. The Dallas ISD Racial Equity Office in collaboration with the City of Dallas and the MLK Celebration Planning Committee encourages students in grades 9–12  to participate in this powerful opportunity. The theme for the 2019 MLK Youth Summit is “Reconciliation: Moving the Dream Forward” The Youth Summit is a one-day interactive equity forum for high school students to engage with other students while addressing the challenges faced within their…

Sam’s Club donated $252,000 to support STEAM education in Dallas ISD on Jan. 7, with funds going to three schools and the STEM Department. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics and points to a focus on providing experiences in each discipline as they relate to real-world careers. Sam’s Club donated $100,000 to the Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship Academy; $60,000 each to Solar Preparatory for Girls and Solar Preparatory for Boys; and $32,000 to the district’s STEM Department. The presentation of the funds was during the grand-opening celebration of the new Sam’s Club Dallas Tech office in downtown. The…