News Briefs

Bummed because you missed the deadline to submit your application to the Compass Alternative Certification Teacher Academy? You’re in luck! The deadline has been extended to Monday, May 9. Compass provides a unique opportunity for professionals looking to transition into education to become classroom leaders. Accepted candidates participate in an intensive summer training program followed by a year-long internship leading your own classroom. Personalized coaching and lessons from the district’s top teachers provide the support you need for success. Upon successful completion, program participants will receive a teaching certificate and an offer to teach full-time in a Dallas ISD school.…

The students at D.A. Hulcy STEAM Middle School have been giving back to the community all year. One focus of the school is Character Development and making a difference in the lives of others. This past months, the students donated Stuffed Character Pillows, made during art class, to the children at Genesis Women’s Shelter. The Children’s Program Director for Genesis Women’s Shelter, Delana Baker, LMSW, spoke with the students on Tuesday, April 12 during morning huddle. She talked with the students about the shelter, its purpose and how their donations will be used to decorate and make the children who enter…

Earlier this week, Stonewall Jackson Elementary School students celebrated 20 years of their school garden. The Advocate magazine was there to take part in the community celebration. In addition to some great pictures snapped, take a look at the article that was written here.

Students from Sarah Zumwalt Middle School are learning aquaponics in science. WFAA-TV (ABC) took a look inside of one of the vertical farming classes to see what type of vegetables have been grown. To view the full story click here.