By Joyce Foreman, Dallas ISD Trustee, District 6
Elementary students in District 6 got an extra boost as they prepared to take the STAAR exam this month. Kimball High School cheerleaders and band members visited six feeder pattern elementary schools to motivate students to ace the state test. It’s heartwarming to see students encouraging students to excel in education. It’s even more special when upperclassmen inspire younger learners to do their best in the classroom. The Kimball cheer squad and band members are getting it right – reminding us all that we’re in this together.
Better Together
Nothing sparks the sense of togetherness like partnering with volunteers from our communities to support the goal of educating our students. With April being National Volunteer Recognition Month, it’s the perfect time for me to thank the countless volunteers, community members and partners who regularly donate their time, effort and resources to ensure the success of District 6 schools. The impact they make is greater than words can express and will be most noted as the student’s they’ve supported move on to lead successful careers and productive lives. I strongly encourage community members, leaders and stakeholders to consider volunteering in District 6. To learn how you can help support our schools, visit https://dallasisd.voly.org.
Rising Together
One of the main objectives of my service to the families in District 6, is to partner in the work of making Dallas ISD a more inclusive district. This goal is increasingly becoming a reality as the needs of students with diverse interests, abilities and career paths are being thoughtfully considered. The outworking of this collective effort is on full display through the launching of two career institutes in August 2019. The new program will target highly motivated students who want to enter the construction trades and earn a living wage right out of high school. The institutes are a response to the construction industry and families who have asked schools to increase vocational education options.
I’m especially excited that one of the two new career institutes will be housed in District 6, at Village Fair. It’s a perfect location, making this opportunity accessible to families in the southern sector. The school will serve the needs of students who will join the workforce immediately after graduating from high school, as well as students who may need to work while they attend college or pursue post-secondary education.
Information/recruitment sessions are being held to register interested eighth-graders. Families can go here to view the dates and locations of the sessions.
A Historic Win
Kimball High School’s Destiny Miles made her mark by becoming the third female state wrestling champ in Dallas ISD history. Miles called winning the state championship a dream come true. Destiny is an example of the stellar student-athletes that rise from the ranks of District 6. I celebrate her athleticism and congratulate her on representing the Dallas ISD with great skill and integrity.
