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Welcome to Choose Dallas ISD
Finding the best school for your child is now easier than ever!
Ready to apply to the school/program of your choice?- Prekindergarten programs accepting applications now.
Applications for other PreK programs districtwide will be available in the spring. - SchoolMint Support
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- Prekindergarten programs accepting applications now.
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P-TECH and Early College Program
9th through 12th Grade
P-TECH and Early College Program
Building Futures Together! High school students can earn up to 60 hours of college credit in a career pathway of their choice, for FREE! Pathways include technology, engineering, criminal justice, business, software programming, hospitality management and more.
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Magnet Schools
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Magnet Schools
Magnet schools are schools of choice that offer unique educational opportunities and experiences. Students have access to college preparatory courses and specialized thematic curricula that investigate and explore today’s career choices.
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Montessori Schools
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Montessori Schools
Montessori instruction emphasizes student self-discovery and independence. Classrooms feature creative hands-on activities and small group and collaborative learning opportunities. Free your child’s potential in a Montessori program, and you will transform their world!
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Single-Gender
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Single-Gender
Boys and girls have different learning styles in the areas of math and technology. At times, each gender also benefits from different teaching techniques. Help your child prepare to thrive in college and a career while developing character and leadership skills.
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International Baccalaureate
Pre-K through 12th Grade
International Baccalaureate
IB schools offer a unique continuum of instruction and provide rigorous, challenging academic environments that foster students’ social, emotional and physical well-being. Students grow to become global changemakers through intercultural understanding, ownership and respect.
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Dual Language
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Dual Language
A Dual Language Program offers students an opportunity to excel academically, while fostering linguistic and cultural diversity through the learning of two languages. Students bring their home language to the school setting, which enriches the linguistic experience of all students.
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Personalized Learning
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Personalized Learning
This learning model is a one-size-fits-one approach to instruction. Students are supported in becoming self-directed learners by using their voice to choose what, how, when, and where they learn to solve problems that are relevant in their own lives and communities.
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Transformation Schools
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Transformation Schools
Open-enrollment campuses designed around an innovative instructional model, such as: exploratory arts, leadership, Montessori, STEM, STEAM, personalized learning, hybrid, technology and project-based learning, and urban planning/architecture/environmental science.
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Talented and Gifted (TAG)
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Talented and Gifted (TAG)
This program is tailored to meet the needs of gifted students. TAG develops students’ skills in self-directed learning, critical thinking, research, and communication and promotes intellectuality, creativity, leadership and visual arts/performing arts abilities.
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Visual and Performing Arts
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Visual and Performing Arts
Dallas ISD’s visual and performing arts magnets combine a love for the fine arts with a first-class academic environment. Renowned actors, singers, and many more artists have started their careers in a Dallas ISD visual and performing arts school.
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STEM/STEAM
Pre-K through 12th Grade
STEM/STEAM
What is STEM?…It’s an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, and STEAM is all these plus an art component. Students are prepared for careers in high demand by engaging in hands-on activities in the STEAM and STEM disciplines, which are vital for a thriving economy and a safe society.
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Career Institutes
9th through 12th Grade
Career Institutes
Expand career options for highly motivated students who want to enter the skilled trades and earn a living wage right out of high school. The institutes offer courses leading to certificates in areas such as aviation, plumbing, electrical, cybersecurity, construction and much more.
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Project-Based Learning
9th through 12th Grade
Project-Based Learning
This academic program offers career exploration, technology and a project-based curriculum that emphasizes problem solving, collaboration, and various forms of communication, empowering student innovators and entrepreneurs.
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Early Learning
Pre-K3 - Pre-K4
Early Learning
Engaging Pre-K students in interactive learning at their early age, is critical to lay the groundwork for academic, social and emotional success. Dallas ISD offers free scholarship, and tuition-based Pre-K. Offering half-day and full-day for Pre-K 3 and full-day Pre-K 4, including at childcare partnership sites throughout the city. Early learners have opportunities to attend school with specialty programs such as magnet, dual language, single gender, Montessori and much more! Parents of Pre-K age students must apply to a specialty program and qualify for Pre-K.
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Hybrid School
4th through 6th Grade
Hybrid School
The hybrid school revolutionizes learning for our scholars by creating a flexible learning environment in which learning occurs remotely three days a week and face-to-face two days. On campus scholars problem solve challenges and create in small group studios and innovation labs. Students will design projects of their own unique interests and needs while developing and demonstrating competencies. During virtual learning, scholars have pacing flexibility and opportunities to engage with hands-on experiences and technology.
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Neighborhood Schools
Pre-K through 12th Grade
Neighborhood Schools
Neighborhood schools are home to tradition, pride, friendships, diversity AND INNOVATION. Programs such as dual language, personalized learning, STEM/STEAM, leadership academies, international baccalaureate, Montessori and many more, are close to your home and family, in your neighborhood school!
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Virtual Webinars
Attend a virtual webinar to learn more about your options and/or contact us for assistance with completing your application.
If you need help filling out your application, call (972) 925-5560.
November 2020 Register Phone Bank Hours
(972) 925-5560DISCOVER DALLAS ISD
Saturday, November 7
10 – 11:30 a.m.View Recorded Webinar 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Secondary Programs
Saturday, November 14
General Webinar
10 – 11:30 a.m.
School Webinars
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
School Zoom LinksView Recorded Webinar 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 18
6 – 7 p.m.View Recorded Webinar 6 – 8 p.m.
December 2020 Register Phone Bank Hours
(972) 925-5560Elementary Programs
Saturday, December 5
General Webinar
10 – 11:30 a.m.
School Webinars
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
School Zoom LinksView Recorded Webinar 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 9
6 – 7 p.m.View Recorded Webinar 6 – 8 p.m. Neighborhood Schools
Saturday, Dec. 12
General webinar
10 - 11:30 a.m.
School webinars
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
School Zoom LinksView Recorded Webinar 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
January 2021 Register Phone Bank Hours
(972) 925-5560Wednesday, January 13
6 – 7 p.m.View Recorded Webinar 6 – 8 p.m. Saturday, January 23
10 – 11:30 a.m.View Recorded Webinar 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 27
6 – 7 p.m.Register Here 6 – 8 p.m