Molly Schrader

January is School Board Recognition Month, and Dallas ISD is honoring our nine trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students. The theme this year is “Our Future Is Public,” which exemplifies the critical role our school trustees have in shaping the future of our communities. School board members help connect

Every year, Phoumy Keonine stands proud at two graduation ceremonies. A chemistry H-TECH teacher at Emmett J. Conrad High School, he witnesses his students earn both their high school and college diplomas. When he was recruited ten years ago, Keonine was excited at the prospect of preparing students for their future beyond the typical high

On the floor of a Dallas ISD elementary classroom, one senior leans over a set of plastic coins, patiently teaching a young learner the basics of math. Down the hall, another senior helps a first-grader use crayons to color a map, turning a geography lesson into a vibrant exploration of the world. A masterclass on

Goggles in hand and smiles all around, students at W.H. Adamson High School are diving into a new era of athletics. By mastering the water, these students strengthen their physical endurance while securing their safety and claiming their independence both in and out of the pool. The inaugural adaptive swim initiative, a vital addition to

The legacy of South Oak Cliff’s Nu Soul of the South marching band has always been bigger than music. This year, 12 seniors turned that legacy into history, earning $2 million in scholarships and proving the band’s impact reaches far beyond the field. For Mark N., who is headed to Southern University and A&M College

At Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy at A. Maceo Smith, the Class of 2026, which is made of 54 “brothers,” achieved a 100% college acceptance rate, with $15.4 million in scholarships. The multimillion-dollar total marks the second-highest scholarship amount awarded, paving the way for graduates, including several first-generation students, to attend elite universities like Princeton

At the intersection of Ross and Fitzhugh avenues, two distinct Dallas ISD schools operate under one roof. While both application-based schools share the building, they serve different ambitions: CityLab High School offers architecture and environmental sustainability pathways, while the Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship Academy at James W. Fannin prepares students for business careers. "CityLab is an

Hidden in plain sight on the campus of Paul Quinn College, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Global Preparatory Academy is empowering Dallas ISD students with a rigorous International Baccalaureate curriculum. Open since 2021, Haynes Global Prep utilizes the IB model to cultivate critical thinking skills that prepare students for success in high school, higher education, and

Starting in the 2027 fall semester, students at W.T. White High School will have the opportunity to be immersed in an academic track alongside like-minded, success-driven peers. Called Scholar TAG Program, it builds on the College Board’s AP Capstone Diploma program, giving students the opportunity to tackle rigorous advanced placement coursework starting as freshmen. By

For nearly 20 years, Dallas ISD Student Activities department has given students the opportunity to discover new passions through free extracurricular programs. More than 3,000 students participate in at least one extracurricular a year, averaging 500 to 600 per program. Recently, the highest engagement includes chess, cheer, e-sports and UIL. Beyond the academic support they