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Rogelio Garcia, a fifth-grade teacher at Adelfa Botello Callejo Elementary, says he became a teacher by luck. After volunteering at a school, Garcia developed a passion for education and a motivation to impact students. “Teaching is not a job, it’s like going to school again,” said Garcia. “I get paid to do what I love the most … helping children.” After 18 years of teaching, he will get to see some of his first year students graduating from college at the end of this school year! As we conclude our observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, we salute Rogelio Garcia for…

A combination of Fair Days and staff development days will give all Dallas ISD students days off from school on Friday, Oct. 13, and Friday, Oct. 20. Friday, Oct. 13 • Elementary schools will be closed for Fair Day. • Middle and high school students are off; campus employees will have a staff development day. Friday, Oct. 20 • Elementary students are off; campus employees will have a staff development day. • Middle and high schools will be closed for Fair Day. The State Fair of Texas offers family fun, fantastic exhibits, learning opportunities and the flavor of the Lone…

This year’s theme for National School Lunch Week (NSLW) is “Rock the Week,” and the fun starts Monday, Oct. 9, in cafeterias across Dallas ISD. Themed days will celebrate the tasty, nutritious food served including “’50s Day” on Tuesday Oct. 10; “’80s Day” on Wednesday, Oct. 11; and “Bring a Parent to Lunch Day” on Thursday, Oct. 12. To celebrate NSLW, cafeteria teams at multiple schools rocked out and showed off their dance moves. NSLW has been celebrated by school districts throughout the country since 1962. The celebration was initiated by President John F. Kennedy, who understood the importance of healthy,…

Parents who are looking for effective ways to support their children’s academic progress should be sure to take advantage of this week’s parent-teacher conferences. Parent-teacher conferences for high school students are Monday, Oct. 9; conferences for middle school students are Tuesday, Oct. 10; and conferences for elementary students are Thursday, Oct. 12. The conferences are an opportunity for parents to check in with their child’s teachers, discuss their child’s classroom behavior, homework habits, and other factors that can impact student progress. Consider these tips to get the most from conferences: Conferences are a good time for parents and teachers to…