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Election Day is almost here, and it is a good time to make sure all eligible voters are prepared to make their mark.  The deadline to register to vote is Monday, Oct. 7. For quick and easy registration, click here. Early voting will run from Monday, Oct. 21 to Friday, Nov. 1. Registered and eligible voters may cast their ballot at any early voting location in their county of registration. To find a polling location, use the My Voter Portal, which will show locations two days prior to the first day of early voting.  On Election Day, Nov. 5, all…

UPDATE: An additional listening meeting was added and scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Turney E. Leonard Governance and Training (5151 Samuell Blvd., Dallas, TX 75228). Dallas ISD is resetting its five-year priorities, which serve as a guide for student achievement goals and the overall direction of the district.   To ensure the community’s voice is heard, the Board of Trustees will hold Community Listening events across the city of Dallas. Parents, students, staff, and community members are encouraged to participate and play an active role in shaping the future of the district. “We welcome all feedback because, ultimately,…

Submitted by Marc Drumwright, Food and Child Nutrition Services Dallas ISD’s Food and Child Nutrition Services is proud to announce the  continuation of the At-Risk Afterschool Meals for the 2024-2025 school year. This initiative is under the Child and Adult Food Care Program, which provides reimbursements for meals and snacks served to students, ages 18 and under, participating in after-school programs. This means Dallas ISD students who participate in afterschool programs can receive a free snack or supper. The goal of the CACFP is to promote the development of good eating habits and integrate nutritious food services into programs that extend…

Submitted by Marc Drumwright, Food and Child Nutrition Services Dallas ISD cafeterias will serve a 100% fruit slush that features student artwork. In March 2024, Dallas ISD Food and Child Nutrition Services partnered with Cool Tropics to host a district-wide nutrition art contest for Dallas ISD students. Out of thousands of student entries, four winners were chosen, and first place went to Miriam M., a senior at the Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School. In addition to winning a $1,000 scholarship, Miriam’s artwork will be featured on the Cool Tropics paradise punch fruit slush packaging, which will be available…