News Briefs

To foster good sportsmanship and character development within its athletics community, Dallas ISD introduced the “Stop, Think, & Choose” campaign which promotes respect among student-athletes and fans. A collaboration between the district’s Culture and Belonging and the Athletics departments, the campaign’s message is simple: students are urged to pause (stop), consider the consequences of their actions (think), and then make a positive choice (choose). “The Stop, Think, & Choose campaign is a proactive measure to create a healthier, more positive environment in our athletics culture,” said Elena Bates, executive director of High School Transformation. “It reinforces the idea that success…

The Elementary School Career Awareness initiative, funded by the Dallas Education Foundation with support from USAA, ignites new interests and inspires Dallas ISD students to dream big. Programs like ESCA are essential for ensuring Dallas ISD students understand their options after graduation. It’s part of the broader Dallas Education Foundation Career Connected Learning initiative, which offers students from elementary through high school opportunities to explore and engage with future careers. This initiative aims to build a bridge to the workforce and foster economic mobility for our students.  Through the program, counselors deliver comprehensive lessons introducing fifth graders to 25 careers…

Falling behind in classes can significantly impact a high schooler’s path to graduation, so the district is hosting a GrA²D Fair with the theme “Credit Catch-up,” aimed at students who may have fallen behind in their studies, dropped out, or faced truancy. The event provides a crucial opportunity to get back on track for graduation in 2025. Parents/guardians, educators, and community stakeholders are also encouraged to attend and gain valuable knowledge and resources to help students. Hosted by Graduation, Recovery, Attendance, Advocacy, & Dropout Intervention Department, the event takes place from 9 a.m. to noon on Sept. 14 at the…

To enhance safety at athletic events, Dallas ISD now requires all students attending district-hosted games without a parent, guardian, or other adult responsible for the student to present a current student badge for entry. The badge must be for the Dallas ISD school that is competing in the athletic event. This requirement also applies to visiting non-Dallas ISD schools. Students without a school-issued ID, and Dallas ISD students from other high schools, will not be permitted to enter the event unless accompanied by an adult. Middle and elementary school students must be accompanied by an adult to enter any athletic event.…