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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.
Dallas Hosts Annual Juneteenth Celebrations, Events
Just under 300 miles from the site where Texas slaves were freed on June 19, 1865, Dallas continues to expand its Juneteenth celebrations in honor of the historic moment.
Crime
Former Providence Teacher Accused of Child Sexual Assault
Matthew Harmon was arrested on May 28 but was bonded out of jail on May 29, a Dallas County Sheriff spokesperson said.
16 Dream Playhouses to Benefit CASA at Annual Fundraiser
Dallas CASA’s Parade of Playhouses will return to NorthPark Center for its 29th year, but this time a month earlier than usual.
Dallas Celebrates Pride Month with Visibility, Events
The city of Dallas raised the rainbow flag for the fourth time on May 31, continuing its annual tradition of flying a Pride flag during June.
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.
Destructive Storms Deplete Community’s Blood Supply
Carter BloodCare is urging all eligible donors — especially those with blood type O negative — to help replenish the community blood supply by donating this week.
‘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.
Congratulations, Hillcrest High School Class of 2024
This year’s class is the second to graduate under principal Terrence Florie, who described the class as "resilient." The class of 2024 started high school during the COVID-19 pandemic and during senior year suffered the loss of two students and one coach.
Camps
Student Savors UT Southwestern’s Summer of Science
As part of its STARS program, UT Southwestern Medical Center offers summer camps to encourage youth interest in science careers and give students a head start on next year’s coursework.
Tanzanian American Chamber Opens in North Dallas
The office will serve as a base to promote trade and tourism between Tanzania and the U.S.
TravisMathew Opens at NorthPark Center
The new location has more than 4,478 square feet of retail space and features a high-end shopping experience with an assortment of new products and bestsellers.
Twelfth Step Ministry Breaks Ground on New Home
The new building, known at The Phillips Family Center for Spiritual Development, will replace the 89-year-old home that the substance and behavioral addiction nonprofit operated out of for more than 30 years.
Dallas Lutheran School Names Betsy Graham New Head
Graham comes from Prince of Peace Christian School in Carrollton, where she has worked for 22 years and most recently served as principal of the kindergarten through eighth-grade school.
Hillcrest Responds to Antisemitic Bullying Allegations
Hillcrest High School is partnering with the American Jewish Committee, Anti-Defamation League, and Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum following allegations of antisemitism on campus.
Dallas Animal Services Aims to ‘Empty the Shelters’
The BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is prompting a national call for adoption this spring to help shelter pets find homes. More than 410 shelters in 43 states are participating in the initiative.
Lance Currie Elected New Dallas ISD Trustee
He was elected to represent District 1, which represents northwest Dallas and parts of Preston Hollow, on the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees with 3,128 votes.
Hockaday Freshman Named Dallas Youth Poet Laureate
Naisha Randha will hold the title for one year and work with Dallas Poet Laureate Dr. Mag Gabbert to encourage youth poetry.
Voters to Decide on $1.25B Bond Package May 4
Voters will be asked to give the city permission to borrow the money with interest to address city streets, improve drainage, add parks, and fund a new police training center among other initiatives.