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Friday, September 12, 2025

People in the News

Friday, September 12, 2025

Hotline available to address back-to-school questions for Dallas ISD

disd logoThe Dallas Independent School District will relaunch its annual back-to-school hotline to answer concerns and questions that may arise during the first week of classes, Aug. 22-26.

Beginning the first day of school on Aug. 22, parents may call (972) 925- 5437 (KIDS) for information and assistance with topics such as enrollment, bus routes, reduced school lunch applications, immunization requirements, school location and more.

Hours of operation for the hotline are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 22-23, and 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 24-26.

Dallas ISD also has a back-to-school website with helpful information. Parents and community members are encouraged to visit http://www.dallasisd.org/backtoschool.