Bridging DeGolyer Elementary’s past and its new beginnings

When students return for their first day of school in August, DeGolyer will hold its usual opening day ceremony, but taken up a notch. Along with Carter’s opening remarks, the band playing the school’s familiar song, the principal is excited to present the community with the new school and to cut the ribbon, he says, The first day will have alumni from all years, parents, neighbors and, of course, the students.

Career Institute South breaks ground on renovation project

Charmaine & Robert Price Career Institute South recently broke ground on renovations and additions to the campus, a significant step forward in Dallas ISD’s commitment to expanding access to career-focused education.

Dallas ISD launches career institutes: building new bridges to opportunity

"Carpentry and construction, HVAC, electrical and plumbing, all the things we need in our homes," shares CI North Director Jean Laswell.  "We have aviation flight for those interested in becoming pilots. We have automotive technology. Our students are very, very fortunate because they can get started on a career before they even leave high school."