News Briefs

Dallas ISD appreciates the community interest in supporting our families during times of crisis, including during the current global coronavirus threat. Schools and offices are closed for spring break through Monday, March 23, however we are equipped to accept donations as follows: Gift Card Donations We have determined that the most efficient form of support to families and schools is donated gift cards. You may send gift cards purchased from Target, Walmart, Kroger, or other retailers in increments of $50 and $100. Please mail your gift card donation to: ATTN: Dallas ISD Partnership & Volunteer Services Dallas Independent School District…

Top Teacher Spotlight showcases outstanding educators across Dallas ISD who are thriving under the Teacher Excellence Initiative.  Melinda Foglesong knew by kindergarten that she wanted to be a teacher, and her plan never changed. Foglesong is a top district teacher with 13 years of experience who is thriving under the Teacher Excellence Initiative, which seeks to identify, encourage, and reward effective teachers by prioritizing and supporting academic excellence. Through the Distinguished Teacher Review Process (DTR), Dallas ISD recognizes teachers who demonstrate leadership, pursue learning opportunities, contribute to the profession of education, and promote academic excellence. Why do you teach? I…

To celebrate International SEL Day on March 27, Dallas ISD’s Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Department is hosting a student contest to collect examples of what social and emotional learning means to them. Any K-12 Dallas ISD student is invited to enter the contest and use their favorite creative outlet to express their passion for social and emotional learning. Students, or an adult on their behalf, can submit their creative piece through Google Form by Tuesday, March 24,. Winners will be announced on International SEL Day, March 27! Contest Details Students can submit a response to one or more of…

Dallas ISD’s Human Capital Management Department invites all non-degreed professionals housed at the Linus D. Wright Administration Building to the Grow Your Own College Fair. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 4 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Administration Building on 9400 North Central Expressway. Representatives from Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Teacher Program, Dallas County Community College District, Ana G. Mendez University, University of North Texas at Dallas, Texas Tech University, and TeachDFW will be onsite. There will be discussions on the degree requirements to complete a bachelor’s degree, how to earn a master’s degree in education or business,…