News Briefs

The Dallas Environmental Science Academy has received a 2016 library grant from The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. The Dallas ISD school will use the grant to expand, update, and diversify its book and print collection. “Congratulations to the schools and libraries that have been awarded a 2016 Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries grant!” said a statement from Mrs. Laura Bush. “With this grant, your librarian will order new books and materials for your school – something everyone can enjoy. I challenge every student to build your reading skills during the summer break, and come back to your new and…

Students and staff at Margaret B. Henderson Elementary School showed NBC 5 how they start their school day by being active before school. Henderson Elementary is one of the nation’s most active schools, and was recognized by First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! campaign as a healthy and active school. Take a look at the piece shot inside of the school here.

Wearing shirts that read “Mental Health Matters,” the Dallas ISD Psychological and Social Services’ (PSS), school social workers, and school psychologists participated in the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Walk earlier this month. PSS employees raised $1,000 in support of NAMIWalks. Norma Pereida, a licensed master social worker with PSS, said the event is part of a greater effort to change how Americans view mental illness. Go here for more information on PSS, and go here for more information on NAMIWalks.

Samantha White, a teacher at Richard Lagow Elementary School, loves her job because she has the privilege of inspiring students to become who they want to be. White became a teacher to help shape the world of tomorrow for a better future that she, as well as others, can live in. Meet a Top 100 Teacher, a Hub feature that talks with top educators in Dallas ISD, caught up with White in her classroom at Lagow Elementary. What motivates/inspires you? I am motivated by the “lightbulb” moments that I spark through daily interactions with my students. When they arrive at the…