With more than 159,000 students, the Dallas Independent School District is unquestionably the area’s pre-K-12 education leader. Still, in today’s competitive education market, district officials want to be sure families are aware of the dozens of schools and academic programs available in Dallas ISD schools.
That’s why the district is bringing together representatives of every district school for the first-ever Discover Dallas ISD Fair on Saturday, Dec. 3, at the district’s Ellis Davis Field House and STEAM Middle School at D.A. Hulcy.
Whether families have children heading to prekindergarten or high school, parents should mark their calendars for this opportunity to meet and talk with teachers and school administrators eager to explain why their schools are a superior choice for families who want the best education for their students.
Dallas ISD has 228 schools offering academic programs from pre-K, single-gender and magnet schools to collegiate academies, STEM and STEAM schools and neighborhood schools that boast close ties to their surrounding communities. “In north Texas, our schools offer more educational options than are available anywhere in the metroplex, and we have a track record of improving graduation rates and preparing students for college and careers,” said Stephanie Elizalde, Dallas ISD chief of School Leadership.
“We want parents to see and experience what our schools are doing to put more students on a track for academic and career success,” said Elizalde. “Seeing is believing, and this event is a chance for our district’s 228 schools to showcase what they have to offer discerning families looking for a quality education for their children.”
The fair will feature school representatives, exhibits and demonstrations of career and technical and STEM programs like robotics and culinary arts. And because Dallas ISD schools excel at exposing students to the fine and performing arts, the fair will feature choir, band and instrumental performances.
To learn more about the Discover Dallas ISD Fair, visit www.dallasisd.org/discoverdallasisd, or call (972) 925-3959.
To ensure adequate parking and to provide families sufficient time to visit booths and collect information, it’s suggested that families attend the fair according to the following schedule:
- 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Families with last names A-L
- 12:30 to 4 p.m. Families with last names M-Z
Elementary schools will be showcased at Ellis Davis Field House, 9191 S. Polk St., and secondary schools will exhibit across the street from the field house at Hulcy Middle School, 9339 S. Polk St. Parking and admission to the event are free of charge.
