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Booker T. Washington High School for Performing and Visual Arts’ Mock Trial team is continuing to make waves on the national scene. Eryn Anum (Theatre, 2025), Audrey Buehler (Theatre, 2025), Molly Chakery (Theatre, 2024), Isabel Gameros (Theater, 2024), Maxine Louthan (Theatre 2025), Erin Mansour (Theatre 2025), Ellie Oddo (Visual, 2026), and Abigail Smith, (Theatre 2027), recently placed second out of 48 schools in the 2024 National High School Mock Trial Competition in Pennsylvania.  The National High School Mock Trial Championship is the ultimate law-related education experience for the best and brightest high school students in the U.S. The program is…

With the school year nearly complete, Dallas ISD seniors are continuing to unlock opportunities for their future. Total, 106 students were selected for the Juanita Craft Scholarship, which awards $6,000 to those who attend schools in the fair park area. These schools include Franklin D. Roosevelt High School of Innovation, Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School, James Madison High School, Lincoln High School and Humanities/Communications Magnet, North Dallas High School, and Woodrow Wilson High School. “Receiving this scholarship significantly contributes to new opportunities and the accomplishment of my educational goals,” said Michele T., a scholarship recipient and senior at…

Submitted by Dallas ISD Athletics department Nominations are now being accepted for the next class of the Dallas ISD Athletic Hall of Fame. Since its creation in 2017, the Hall of Fame has welcomed 51 individuals into its membership. The Hall of Fame recognizes and honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the district’s storied high school athletic programs.  Individuals may be nominated in one of three categories: past Dallas ISD  student-athlete, former Dallas ISD coach, and contributors. Nominees must exemplify the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and moral character. Nominations will be open through Wednesday, July 17.…

Dallas ISD is taking proactive measures in building its 2024-2025 budget allotment, prioritizing people and student support in decision-making despite no additional state funding. Currently, the district receives a basic allotment of $5,800 per student from the state. With inflation and no new money, this continues to stress the district’s budget. “Money will never be an excuse in Dallas ISD in terms of providing our students a safe, quality education,” said Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie S. Elizalde, Ed.D. Nonetheless, the district is actively taking steps to minimize disruptions to the learning environment. “If a health pathway is available at a Career…