News Briefs

Part of being an MVP in Dallas ISD is promoting a safe and civil climate. National Youth Violence Prevention Week is March 23-27. With violence-related behaviors on the increase, good conversation topics to have with kids this week include weapons safety, communication, and respect towards others for elementary age students to relationship violence, bullying and harassment, and teen driving safety for high school age students.  For more ideas, check out Students Against Violence Everywhere.

Dallas Morning News had Barrett Gibbins, a seven-year-old, interview his principal at Withers Elementary School. The result is predictably great. Click here to read the story. Photo courtesy Dallas Morning News.

The Dallas Morning News editorial board cites the benefits of pre-k, especially full day, and the resulting need to expand pre-k options in Dallas ISD. Click here to read the full editorial Photo courtesy Dallas Morning News.

An article from the Dallas Morning News looks into the measurable, as well as anecdotal, evidence showing the benefits of Pre-K. Click here to read the full article. Dallas ISD is looking to expand its Pre-K program as part of its comprehensive plan.