News Briefs

Adequate funding for Dallas ISD’s youngest students and for those who have fallen behind topped the discussion during the district’s legislative breakfast on Nov. 18. Superintendent Mike Miles spoke to approximately 40 people including Rep. Roberto Alonzo, District 104, and several legislative aides as he outlined Dallas ISD’s Legislative Agenda starting with full state funding for full-day pre-K programs and support for programs that provide remedial instruction for students who fail one or more STAAR/EOC assessments. “If we’re truly committed to ensuring every student performs on grade level by third grade and helping students accelerate learning to close the achievement gap,…

In observance of “Be a Hero, Anti-bullying Week,” Seagoville Middle School will host an anti-bullying program during which 100 men will gather in support of their efforts. These men will share personal experiences with students in a small group setting while spreading the message of respect. The 2014 Men in Black “Day of Empowerment and March against Bullying” will be 9 a.m-11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21, located at 950 Woody Road, Dallas, TX 75253. Various Seagoville community leaders will include elected officials, business leaders, clergy, parents and staff. Dallas ISD has a zero-tolerance policy for bullying. Learn more on the…

Volunteers from Texas Trees Foundation and Southwest Airlines helped plant trees and read to students Tuesday. The purpose of the event was to highlight the importance of creating healthy communities through tree planting education and advocacy. Would you like to help make an IMPACT on Dallas ISD students? Volunteering is the best way to do that. Visit our Volutneers page to make a difference.  Thank you all of our community supporters for all that you do! .