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Anyone who has previously registered for Parent Portal but can’t get access should email the name of the student, their grade, the name of their school, their student ID# and the parent’s name to: Parentportal@dallasisd.org Go here to learn more about how to create a Parent Portal account. 

Advanced Placement Boot Camp, which is an Advanced Academic Services initiative, was held virtually Aug. 3–5 and boasted attendance of more than 100 AP students. Representing various campuses, AP students attended daily Zoom sessions to get a jump start in AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP English Language, and AP Human Geography courses. The virtual boot camp provided support and resources to Dallas ISD students taking their first Advanced Placement course. Through the virtual boot camp, students gained exposure to AP-level coursework and skills needed to complete an AP class successfully. Students engaged in experiences that encouraged teamwork, fostered communication,…

As an additional way to keep parents informed, “Attendance Talk” is a Dallas ISD bi-weekly podcast where members of the Parent Services Department interview guests, provide support, and share a little humor all while helping the families of Dallas ISD work together with staff to improve student attendance. Listen to “Attendance Talk” here https://open.spotify.com/episode/3lh65NLIR9CuZm1NvLD73R?si=IWVick4TT2u_J9dImLnwaQ

In the Dallas ISD distance learning model, students and parents can expect an established daily routine that will present both guided learning and independent learning opportunities.  Guided learning will be presented through a variety of options such as: Teacher-directed lessons via video conferencing. Teacher-led small group instruction or individual support via video conferencing. Office hours or tutoring sessions via video conferencing or prerecorded instructional videos that provide direct teacher support for online learning. Independent learning will be available through a variety of options, such as: Student participation in, completion and submission of online assignments. Individual work with specific software applications…