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(Dallas, TX) —The Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) proudly joined Dallas ISD in celebrating a powerful milestone for a group of outstanding young men at the annual Call Me MISTER Jacketing Ceremony—a moment that symbolizes their commitment to becoming future educators and leaders in their communities. A Milestone Rooted in Mentorship The Call Me MISTER (Mentors […]

(Dallas, TX) — The Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) is proud to celebrate three exceptional Dallas ISD seniors as the newest recipients of the Liza Farrow-Gillespie Intrepid Young Woman Scholarship—a prestigious award supporting young women pursuing careers in law. Selected for their leadership, determination, and commitment to making a difference, this year’s honorees represent the very

(Dallas, TX) — The Dallas Education Foundation (DEF), in partnership with Dallas ISD and Hilltop Holdings, proudly celebrated the next generation of innovators at the annual Hilltop Entrepreneurship Gala, honoring the winners of the Hilltop Entrepreneurship Challenge. The gala marked the culmination of a months-long journey for Dallas ISD Career and Technical Education (CTE) students

(Dallas, TX) — The Dallas Education Foundation is proud to celebrate a new investment in student literacy, made possible through a generous $10,000 donation from Pilot Company. This contribution, awarded through Pilot’s Miles of Good initiative, will support Dallas ISD elementary schools by expanding access to books through innovative book vending machines—helping foster a love

(Dallas, TX) — On April 2, more than 250 Dallas ISD students gathered at Arcadia Park Annex for a hands-on learning experience designed to prepare them for real-life financial decisions. Through the Truist Financial Foundations Program and Dallas ISD Workforce Development, students engaged in an interactive day of financial literacy training—building skills that will serve

(Dallas, TX) — At the Dallas Education Foundation, we believe that every student deserves access to opportunities that inspire learning, spark curiosity, and unlock their full potential. None of this work is possible without the incredible generosity and partnership of our Lifetime of Learning Sponsors, whose year-round commitment helps us accelerate student success across Dallas

(Dallas, TX) — Dallas Education Foundation is proud to celebrate the success of this year’s Hilltop Entrepreneurship Challenge, an inspiring event that gave Dallas ISD students the opportunity to showcase their ideas, sharpen their presentation skills, and engage in real-world entrepreneurial thinking. This year’s challenge brought together well-prepared students, enthusiastic judges, and a new event

(Dallas, TX) — A transformative new initiative is opening the door for tens of thousands of students to experience hands-on learning beyond the classroom. Through Learning Voyages, more than 48,000 students across Dallas Independent School District will participate in STEM-focused field trips designed to connect classroom instruction with real-world experiences. The initiative, made possible through

(Dallas, TX) — Dallas Education Foundation is proud to celebrate the impact of the Baskets of Care: Essentials for Students in Fair Park initiative, led by Tiphanie Sanders-Wright, Resource Center South Manager at Dallas ISD. Generously sponsored by the State Fair of Texas in partnership with the Dallas Education Foundation, this thoughtful effort supports students

(Dallas, TX) — At Dallas ISD’s Edwin J. Kiest Elementary School, students are getting an exciting introduction to robotics, coding, and hands-on STEM learning thanks to Saraid Driskell’s Heart of Teaching grant. Through the school’s enrichment program, students are building and programming robots, giving them the opportunity to learn foundational coding skills in a fun,