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“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss Literacy is a fundamental tool that helps ensure students reach their highest potential and develop into well-rounded leaders of tomorrow. Volunteer to visit several District elementary schools to read and spend time with students. See details below to register. Download Event Posters English Spanish

Throughout February, Dallas ISD is observing Black History Month. This year’s national theme, A Century of Black Life, History and Culture, not only celebrates the impact African Americans have made in history, but recognizes the important work of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, established in 1915. In 1926, the organization founded Black History Week, which later grew into Black History Month. Schools have planned a number of events to commemorate the month. Students and staff at Edward Titche Elementary will launch a week-long celebration Feb. 16 with a focus on African-American folktales followed by…

Campus staff and administrators who were crucial in the district’s response to the Ebola virus in October 2014 were honored at a special reception on Monday, Feb. 9, at the Crow Collection of Asian Art. Individuals had been previously presented with Superintendent’s Awards of Meritorious Service and Commendation at Emmett J. Conrad High School, Sam Tasby Middle School/Jack Lowe Sr. Elementary School, L.L. Hotchkiss Elementary School, Dan D. Rogers Elementary School and the Administration Building. Superintendent honors champions of Dallas ISD’s Ebola response The staff members went above and beyond their regular duties in the response, working extra hours and…