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Congratulations, Class of 2024
Class of 2024 graduates across North Dallas crossed the stage in May at their commencement ceremonies.
Congratulations, HPHS Class of 2024
Highland Park High School celebrated the graduation of 550 students on May 24 at SMU’s Moody Coliseum.
Hockaday-Launched Fine Arts Nonprofit Goes International
Visions For Confidence (V4C) is an inspirational 501(c)(3) nonprofit started by two Texas teens with a passion for recognizing talented students studying fine arts.
Finish an Exam Early? Why Not Write a Song?
When Highland Park High School sophomore Madi Furgeson had an extra 20 minutes after she finished her Spanish test, she used the time to write a song based on the lyric running through her head: “You used to want to know the true me, but these days it’s like you never knew me.”
The Golden Dozen: Troop 4905 Salutes Senior Girl Scouts
If this year’s commencement feels a bit more ‘golden’ than usual, credit Girl Scout Troop 4905’s seniors.
SMU, Thomson Reuters Host Human Trafficking Data Conference
More than 100 law enforcement agents, nonprofit organizations, government officials, researchers, data scientists, and others attended the inaugural SMU Human Trafficking Data Conference to learn about the opportunities and innovations for using quality, effective data to fight human trafficking.
Franklin Academy Teacher Awarded Heart of Teaching Grant
Christine Foggia from Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy Middle School was one of 16 Dallas ISD special education teachers selected to receive one of the grants.
Filmmakers Impress Judges With Health-Focused Movies
The Hockaday School students Anu Akingbade and Anika Kapoor aim to inspire others through filmmaking and storytelling.
Fifth-Grade ‘Mind Masters’ Imagine Way to Eighth Place in Global Finals
A team of Park Cities fifth graders has earned top marks in Destination Imagination's Global Finals for a recyclable-recreation of the State Fair of Texas — complete with fried root beer, popcorn, a giant corndog, and State Fair icon Big Tex.
Hockaday Student Wins Princeton Prize in Race Relations
Dithyae Devesh received the award, which recognizes high school students who, through volunteer activities, have worked to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities.
Congratulations, Thomas Jefferson High School Class of 2024
Adorned in light blue caps and gowns, the Thomas Jefferson High School class of 2024 received their diplomas and turned their tassels on May 25.
Congratulations, W.T. White High School Class of 2024
Students at W.T. White High School flipped their graduation cap tassels at the 2024 commencement ceremony at Alfred J. Loos Sports Complex.
MAPS’ Playhouse ‘More Than Just a Jungle Gym’
Yvette Hightower’s Moody Advanced Professional Studies environmental architecture class at Highland Park High School is closing the academic year by building a playhouse for Dallas CASA’s Parade of Playhouses.
New HP Indoor Drumline Brings Home Championship
Last year, Highland Park didn’t have an indoor drumline. This year, its performers brought home a championship.
Thomas Jefferson HS Siblings Head to Midwest Universities
Seniors and siblings D’Erik and Dwayne Nelson are both planning to further their education at colleges in the Midwest after graduation.
Mermaid Out of Water Story Takes Grace Academy Actors to St. Mark’s
Little actors from Grace Academy brought a big show to the Decherd Hall stage at St. Mark’s School of Texas this spring.
‘Stressed Out’ Young Poets Earn ‘Jackpot’ of Praise
Beaches or mountains? The young poet opened with a question — exploring in her verses such themes as forbidden love, opposite attraction, and gender contrasts.
Voices
Letter to the Editor: Another Bond Election?
When I was getting ready to have repairs done on my college car my grandfather said, “Watch out, you don’t put good money in after bad.” So, I sold my car. It hurt but it saved me from really goofing up.
Congratulations, HPHS Class of 2024
Highland Park High School celebrated the graduation of 550 students on May 24 at SMU’s Moody Coliseum.
Camps
Seay Tennis Center to Offer Summer Programs
Young tennis aces can have a smashing good time at HPISD’s Seay Tennis Center this summer.