By Dallas ISD Trustee Joyce Foreman
Did you know that District 6 in Dallas ISD has a vast array of programs to support and develop any number of interests your child might have?
Whether you want to give your child the opportunity to get a head start through our no-cost pre-k programs for 3- and 4-year-olds, study at a magnet school at Mark Twain Leadership Vanguard Academy, learn Spanish through the two-way dual language program at T.G. Terry or Jimmie Tyler Brashear, study STEM-based curriculum at D.A. Hulcy STEAM Academy or Kimball, or pursue college credits and an associate degree through Carter’s collegiate academy, there’s a program to suit your child’s academic needs and interests.
Because District 6 schools know and understand the value of developing students socially and emotionally, I encourage parents to work with teachers and administrators to identify social and extracurricular programs for your students like Carter’s world-class choir and state champion track and field program or Kimball’s award-winning Knight Train Band or multi-state title boys’ basketball team. Consider Daniel Webster Elementary’ s Garden Club or Natural Science club and the many theatre, debate, robotics, chess, student council and tech interest groups available to students in District 6 schools.
So, I invite families and students to make plans to visit Ellis Davis Fieldhouse located at 9191 S. Polk on December 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the district’s first-ever Discover Dallas ISD Fair where you can visit our schools, teachers, counselors and principals and learn all about the amazing programs Dallas ISD has to offer your child.
Also in District 6:Â District 6 Teacher of the Year Recognitions
Our teachers are some of the most impactful people with which our children will encounter in their lives. Their daily efforts are not without appreciation and notice. Please help me in recognizing the 2016 District 6 Teacher of the Year recipients:
- Constance Aduma, David W. Carter HS
- Marcus Barrientos, Zan Wesley Holmes MS
- Latonya Clark, Barbara Jordan ES
- Shawn Davis, Daniel Webster ES
- Constance Douglas, Mark Twain ES
- Gregory Duplessis, W.H. Atwell MS
- Sylvia Garrett, Jimmie Tyler Brashear ES
- Leslie Graham-Khalid, Birdie Alexander ES
- Anjeanette Hilliman, Robert L. Thornton ES
- Tiffany Hudson, DA Hulcy MS
- Sheri Jones, John Carpenter ES
- Irazema Lopez, Maria Moreno ES
- Ramicia Paul, Ronald E. McNair ES
- Stacey Ray, Umphrey Lee ES
- Mireya Rios, Thomas L. Marsalis ES
- Abel Robles, Martin Weiss ES
- Jaime Rosario Vargas, T.G. Terry ES
- Timothy Smith, T.W. Browne MS
- Anika Smith-Few, Thomas Tolbert ES
- Sharee Terry, Clinton P. Russell ES
- Mary White, Justin F. Kimball HS
- Arnoldo Zuniga, Leslie A. Stemmons ES
GARDERE MLK Oratory Competition
Each year, Dallas ISD crowns a winner for the GARDERE MLK Oratory Competition. In-school competition concluded this month.
The following District 6 students have advanced to the semifinal round:
- Mark Canyon, Ronald E. McNair Elementary
- Jordan Mays, Thomas L. Marsalis Elementary
- Makayla Mathews, Thomas Tolbert Elementary
- Natalie Salinas, T.G. Terry ES
The semi-finalists will compete next at 6 p.m., Dec. 6 in the Ada L. Williams Auditorium located in the district’s administration building at 3700 Ross Ave. Finalists will compete at the Majestic Theatre at 11 a.m. Jan.13, 2017.
Kimball to Host Family Night Nov. 17
Families of students at Justin F. Kimball High School are invited to attend a fun, free event featuring music, games, giveaways, and interactive activities. Watch performances from Kimball’s Knight Train Band and preview other student-centered exhibits as well. Make plans for some family-friendly fun from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Nov. 17 at Kimball High School’s 2016 Family Reunion Night. For more information, contact Kimball High School at (972) 502-2100.
African American Success Initiative Supports Family Enrichment
Families in the David W. Carter High School neighborhood are invited to attend the AASI and Office of Family and Community Engagement-sponsored Parents Matter Too info sessions held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 29 (Building Children’s Self-Esteem) and Dec. 6 (The Birth Order Effect) at Friendship-West Baptist Church located at 2020 W. Wheatland Rd.
Other News in District 6:
- Nov 21-25: Thanksgiving Break; students will return to classes Mon, Nov. 30
District 6 schools are doing wonderful things to encourage learning and growth for all of our students. Whether you are a parent, community member or alumni, take the time to get volunteer and get involved with your local school by visiting www.dallasisd.voly.org.
