News Briefs

Dan Micciche, a trustee from Dallas ISD, joined 34 other school board members from across Texas Nov. 19-21 at the second session of the Leadership TASB class of 2016. Selected by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), the group is participating in a yearlong education leadership study program. These trustees represent school districts of all sizes, with student populations of 1,000 to 159,000, and reflect a similar range of property wealth. Participants who complete all required elements of the study will graduate next year by earning Master Trustee status. This is the highest designation recognized by TASB. Meeting in Dallas,…

Along with the wonder and joy of the holidays comes the financial impact of gifts, travel, special meals, parties, and so much more. With that in mind, The Hub has compiled a list of free things to do and see in and around Dallas this holiday season. Posada: The Latino Cultural Center showcases a traditional procession celebrating the Christmas story. Participants sing traditional Latin American carols to commemorate the journey Mary and Joseph took on their way to Bethlehem. Dec. 18 starting at Central Square Park and ending at the Latino Cultural Center, Dallas.  How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Watch Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas…

Asking questions has always been part of Kacinda Crump’s DNA from an early age. Today, this Skyline High School graduate (1989), is putting that natural inclination to work as a producer for the 10 p.m. newscast at FOX 4. AlumNow, the Hub feature that profiles Dallas ISD alumni, checked in with Crump for an update. What are you doing now? I’m a television news producer with KDFW-TV FOX 4. Briefly list a few of your career and/or personal highlights. Alabama Associated Press Awards Best Newscast 1998 &1999 What was your favorite subject or activity/involvement in high school? Journalism (newspaper &…

Culinary arts students at Molina High School created Christmas trees out of wire hangers and tinsel garlands, and the Oak Cliff Advocate has the full story. The trees will be used as table toppers for a PTA meeting luncheon and be donated to residents at the Villa at Mountain View nursing home. Click here to read the story from the Advocate.