News Briefs

Days shy of the Christmas holiday, a pair of parents spread a little holiday cheer and made a recent work day for one Dallas ISD crossing guard extra special. Nathaniel Kendrick tends to the Lakewood Elementary School crossing walk twice, daily. Manning his post, Kendrick never wavers from his number one priority: safely walking students across the street. Recently his finances had not been enough to pay for some basic necessities, like having adequate transportation, and his car was repossessed. Parents appreciative of the dedication and service he provides to their kids, quietly organized and managed to present Mr. Kendrick with a new…

This year, Dallas ISD Connect Contact Center staff shared a little bit of holiday spirit by greeting families, helping with purchases and customer service at the Treasure of Hope, an annual shopping effort that allows families in need to shop for merchandise at 75 percent off retail value. Treasure of Hope provides selected families a $40 credit to spend in their holiday store. The effort supported by the Dallas Leadership Foundation includes a donation of toys and money from more than 20 churches and community- and faith-based organizations and serves 400-500 families and 1,500 children through the work of more…

Tis’ the season for gathering and cooking at home. Our teachers and students at Moises E. Molina High School have the perfect recipe that is easy and tasty. Enjoy! Jalapeño-Corn Casserole Ingredients 8 ounce package of cream cheese, cubed and at room temperature 4 tablespoons butter 1/3 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 18 ounce bag frozen sweet corn, thawed Diced jalapeños, to taste (optional) 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium pot set over low heat, melt cream cheese and butter. Stir in milk until mixture…