Dallas Independent School District
10/14/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/14/2026 14:41
Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD News Briefing: Oct. 14
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Oct. 14, 2026
DALLAS - It's National School Lunch Week, and Dallas ISD is celebrating the hardworking teams who help keep students fueled and ready to learn every day. From dedicated cafeteria staff to the nutritious meals served across the district, there are plenty of great stories to share. Reach out to the Media Relations team to connect with the right campus, staff member, or story to bring your coverage to life.
VISUALS: Students celebrate spelling with Bananagrams giveaway
Today, Victor H. Hexter Elementary School celebrated librarian Yasmeen Harris-Youngblood, the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee Educator of the Year, with a special event. More than 200 students received free games donated by Bananagrams during a high-energy assembly that built excitement for this year's spelling bee. The celebration was supported by Scripps, Bananagrams, and the Dallas Sports Commission.
For access to b-roll, click here.
October board briefing
The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees will meet at 4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, for their monthly board briefing. A link to the livestream can be found here.
To view the meeting in Spanish, click here.
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