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No Smoke, No Vape: Dallas ISD, Frisco ISD get tough on Student Code of Conduct, crackdown on vaping in students
Dallas, Texas – In an unambiguous move to fortify its stance against vaping on educational premises, the Dallas Independent School District’s Board of Trustees has undertaken a meticulous overhaul of its Student Code of Conduct. This revision synchronizes the code with the stipulations laid out in Texas House Bill…
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Grand Prairie counselor files lawsuit in Dallas County after she was forced to resign for reporting racial incident
Grand Prairie, Texas — In a lawsuit recently lodged in Dallas County, Gabriana Clay-White, a former counselor with the Grand Prairie Independent School District, alleges she was compelled to relinquish her position following her report of a grave incident involving a teacher and a special-needs student. The incident happened…
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How Dallas and Fort Worth schools navigated the new STAAR in the first year with new format
Dallas, Texas – Upon initial examination, the STAAR test scores from year to year may appear to be largely consistent, with minor fluctuations across various categories. However, this year, there is a significant underlying factor that needs to be taken into account when evaluating these scores. STAAR underwent significant…
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Dallas ISD introduces Edulog App for real-time bus updates to help parents track their children’s rides
Dallas, Texas – As the first light of Monday morning dawns, Dallas Independent School District (DISD) will not only set its fleet of school buses into motion but also inaugurate an innovative technological advancement that promises to enhance the communication between parents and the transportation system that serves their…
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Duncanville Independent School District implements Mesquite and Dallas ISD’s clear backpacks policy effective immediately
Duncanville, Texas – In a concerted effort to enhance student and staff safety, another school district in North Texas has announced a systematic shift towards the utilization of clear or mesh backpacks, starting this school year. Mesquite and Dallas Independent School Districts already have clear backpacks policy in place…
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Dallas ISD confirms pay raise for teachers as newly approved budget for fiscal year 2023-24 sees 7% increase
Dallas, Texas – In a resolute move to adjust educator pay scales, the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) Board of Trustees, on June 22, cast a decisive vote establishing a comprehensive budget of $2 billion for the fiscal year 2023-24. Dallas Independent School District newly approved budget for fiscal…
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Dallas billionaire Kelcy Warren donates $12 million to UT Arlington, the biggest single donation ever to the school
Dallas, Texas – Renowned Dallas magnate Kelcy Warren, whose legacy has long been punctuated by an unwavering dedication to philanthropy and an ardent desire to invigorate the institutions and communities he holds dear, continues to illustrate the potency of resolute determination and tireless work ethic through his professional journey.…
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Dallas Independent School District election day is June 10. Sarah Weinberg or Jimmy Tran?
Dallas Texas – As the early voting phase commences this week, all eyes are on the intense competition for the highly sought-after seat on the Dallas Independent School District’s (DISD) board, notably one of the costliest in the district. The candidates in contention, Sarah Weinberg, a veteran advocate of…
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Dallas schools to require clear backpacks in 2023-2024
Dallas ISD Implements New Safety Measures for Schools In a continued effort to enhance student safety, the Dallas Independent School District (ISD) announced that it will require clear backpacks for all students beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. The policy will also permit mesh backpacks as another option, though…
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Some of Dallas ISD, North Texas schools rank among the best in the whole country
Dallas, Texas – In an audacious display of academic prowess, a remarkable cluster of North Texas schools, particularly those under the Dallas Independent School District (ISD), have earned the distinguished honor of being listed among the nation’s leading educational institutions. The eminent list, meticulously compiled by U.S. News &…