News Briefs

The J.L. Long Middle School community recently ran for a great cause: a fundraiser sponsored by the school’s PTA. The 21st Annual Long Run started and finished at the front lawn of Long Middle School. After the races, runners, student groups, parents, families and community members enjoyed food, refreshments, and entertainment. The money raised by the fun run will go toward fees associated with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program; Leadership Cadet Corps uniforms; instruments for band and orchestra; and much more. Go here to learn more about the annual event.

Before thousands of feet hit the street for the Oncor Mayor’s Race 5K on Saturday, Dec. 9, students are encouraged to use their creative talents to design posters that show their school spirit and pride. Entries are due on or before Friday, Nov. 10, and will be judged in three grade-level categories: elementary, middle and high school. Photos of entries may be uploaded via an online Poster Submission Form accessible to Dallas ISD employees. Posters will receive points by meeting certain criteria: Five points each for including campus name, school mascot, principal’s name, executive director’s name; 10 points each for using…

Real School Gardens with Boston Consulting Group and Sprouts Grocery installed an outdoor learning garden to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of Walnut Hill Elementary School. Watch the above video to see how the garden came to be.

Let’s face it, with Halloween right around the corner many kids (and adults) get lost in the excitement of dressing up and going door-to-door for sweet treats. But, we want students, staff and community to remain safe while being out on Halloween. This year, the Dallas ISD Police Department would like to share some simple safety tips to help our Dallas students and parents in making the most of their experience on Tuesday, Oct. 31. Trick-or-treat safety tips Do not go trick or treating alone. Never go inside a house. Don’t eat candy that is not properly wrapped. Always have…