News Briefs

Dallas ISD is the winner of the Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) District of Distinction Award for the third consecutive year. This distinction honors school districts who are leading the way in the visual arts as well as exemplifying a well-rounded education that advocates and integrates visual arts curriculum to inspire creativity and build social-emotional learning.  “This award for the third year in a row is a testament to the passion, importance, and hard work of our visual arts teachers. We are so proud to be the largest district in Texas to receive this honor,” Monica Hayslip, director of the…

For the second year in a row, the largest distributor of school supplies in Texas, TEXAS YES, hosted a school supply distribution event at several Dallas ISD campuses. This year, in partnership with prominent injury attorney and philanthropist Thomas J. Henry, Frederick Douglass Elementary School students and 29 additional schools received a “box of dreams.” Each box contained free school supplies and essentials for elementary students in kindergarten through fifth grade including notebooks, writing utensils, tissues, and coloring supplies.  “Today is a day to celebrate our students and show that it takes a village to raise a child. We’re grateful…

During its Aug. 10 board briefing, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees discussed amending the existing Student Code of Conduct to align with the recently passed Texas House Bill 114 (HB114). Currently, the possession, use, or delivery of an electronic cigarette, commonly referred to as a vape, is considered a Level II Offense in the Student Code of Conduct. If approved by the board, the possession, use, or delivery of an electronic cigarette would be upgraded to a Level III Mandatory Offense. The Board of Trustees will vote on the proposed amendment during its Aug. 24 meeting. If approved, the…

The 2023-2024 school year is approaching quickly, but Dallas ISD team members and the community are prepared to help ease the back to school craze. There are several opportunities for families to receive free school supplies and assistance with enrolling your students(s). Aug. 12 For Oak Cliff Back to School Festival Resources, school supplies For Oak Cliff is hosting a community event with a chance to receive free backpacks and school supplies from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 12, at 907 E. Ledbetter Drive. Families can expect free food while supplies last, live music and entertainment, bounce houses,…