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(Dallas, TX) — A great yearbook does more than capture photos—it preserves memories, celebrates identity, and tells the story of a school through the eyes of the students who live it every day. At Dallas ISD’s Rosemont School, educator Maira Perez Sotelo is putting storytelling directly into students’ hands. Through a Dallas Education Foundation Heart […]

(Dallas, TX) — William Brown Miller Elementary kicked off the day with an inspiring celebration of literacy during a Book Vending Machine Unveiling Ceremony, welcoming students, staff, partners, and community members to campus for an event full of Viking pride, energetic cheers, and meaningful moments. The Miller community’s warmth was felt from the start. Special

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JOZymUzKAE (Dallas, TX) — Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) is proud to support experiences that help students graduate confident, prepared, and ready for what comes next. Recently, Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD) Career Institute seniors participated in a Ready for Success workshop centered on the powerful collaboration mindset of “Yes, And.” Facilitated by Four Day

(Dallas, TX) — The Heart of Teaching is about empowering educators to lead students to successful outcomes—by launching and supplementing classroom programs where funding is limited. Dallas ISD teachers know what their students need, and Dallas Education Foundation is proud to help provide the tools they request to do their best work. Bringing Educator-Led Ideas

(Dallas, TX) — The Pizza Hut Foundation, in partnership with the iconic Book It!® reading program, has awarded a $9,750 Slice of Literacy Grant to Dallas Education Foundation, recognizing the organization’s outstanding commitment to promoting literacy in Dallas ISD. The grant supports the Pizza Hut Foundation’s goal to expand the Pizza Hut Book It!® reading

(Dallas, TX) — Joy, energy, and a shared love of reading filled Edwin J. Kiest Elementary School as students, families, and educators gathered to celebrate the unveiling of a brand-new book vending machine—welcomed in true Kiest style with cheerleaders, student ambassadors, and a drumline that brought the whole campus to life. Dallas Education Foundation was

https://youtu.be/7XinxG7xAbg?si=m1eiGsFItlJGqBpk (Dallas, TX) — In Stashawn Swist’s special education classroom at Dallas ISD’s Jerry R. Junkins Elementary School, the learning environment itself plays a powerful role in helping students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. With support from a Heart of Teaching grant from the Dallas Education Foundation, Ms. Swist was able to replace

(Dallas, TX) —Students at Trinidad Garza Early College High School are reaching new heights—literally—thanks to a Heart of Teaching grant awarded to educator Yun Liu. With support from the Dallas Education Foundation, Yun Liu used his Heart of Teaching grant to purchase drones, equipment, and essential resources that allowed her students to compete in their

(Dallas, TX) — Joy, excitement, and a love of reading filled the campus at Jesús Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard as students, families, and educators gathered to celebrate the unveiling of a brand-new book vending machine. The event was especially meaningful as many students chose to stay after school to participate—earning a book of their own

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tfcPjhnTqE Written by Emily Davis (Dallas, TX) — In Carla Renteria’s classroom at Personalized Learning Preparatory at J.W. Ray, art is more than a creative outlet; it is a way for students to connect with one another, learn new skills, and raise awareness about issues in the world around them. With support from a Heart