News Briefs

Miguel Solis is a member of the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees representing District 8, which includes Love Field, Northwest Dallas, and Central West Dallas. Trustee Solis has served on the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees since 2013. During this time, he has filled the role of board president and is currently the first vice president. When asked about the work he has dedicated himself to, he shared his goal to make a positive difference in the lives of others. “I hope that my time as a Dallas ISD teacher, central staff member and trustee will have contributed to the…

The Advocate has a great story on the district’s new summer enrichment opportunities for students. Click here read the Advocate story on how Dallas ISD is teaming up with the City of Dallas and Big Thought on the summer learning effort.

Lyriq Turner, a fifth-grader at Charles Rice Learning Center, took the top spot in the 24th annual Gardere MLK Jr. Oratory Competition final. She and seven other finalists vied for the top honors on Friday, Jan. 15, at The Majestic Theatre. Multiple media outlets covered the great event. Go here to see NBC DFW’s report; go here to see WFAA’s report; and go here to see a story from the Dallas Morning News.

Established in 1983, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebrates the accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the fight for civil rights in the U.S. In addition to activities celebrating the life of Dr. King, the holiday has been combined with a national day of service to honor the spirit of his life’s work. We’ve compiled a list of events in and around Dallas this holiday weekend for you and your family to enjoy. 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration and Parade: The Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center in Dallas has several events scheduled for…