News Briefs

From ages two to 92, bar none, Texans look forward to their turn at the annual State Fair. Dallas ISD students—and staff—are no exception. Young students get first dibs. District elementary schools will be shuttered Friday, October 10, for Elementary Day at the Fair. That day is a normal school day for secondary schools. The following Friday, October 17, which happens to be the last Friday of the extravaganza, the older kids get their turn while the elementary students stay in school. All Dallas ISD secondary campuses will go dark October 17 in honor of Big Tex, corny dogs, pig…

Update: Oct. 8, 2014 Dallas ISD extends sympathy to Duncan family We are saddened to learn of Mr. Thomas Duncan’s passing and extend our sympathy to his family and loved ones. Today our thoughts are with our students who knew Mr. Duncan. The district will make available counseling services to students and staff most affected. We understand Mr. Duncan’s passing may raise additional questions surrounding the Ebola virus. The district has posted a number of online resources on its Health Updates page that families may find helpful regarding the virus. To date, the five students who possibly had contact with Mr.…

Monday, Oct. 6 is Child Health Day, a day dedicated to promoting the importance of providing healthy lifestyles for children in the U.S.  In conjunction with Child Health Day, the Health & Physical Education and Educational Technology departments are preparing to launch a virtual site for homebound students. The site will offer physical activity sessions via videos to encourage the students to participate in a variety of activities from home. Child Health Day promotes a comprehensive approach to child health by creating healthy, safe environments for children, providing proper nutrition and regular wellness checkups, increasing physical activity and ensuring adequate…