Dallas Independent School District
10/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/12/2026 14:32
Dallas ISD News: Dallas ISD News Briefing: Oct. 12
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Oct. 12, 2026
DALLAS - Victor H. Hexter Elementary School will celebrate librarian Yasmeen Harris-Youngblood, the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee Educator of the year, with a special Bananagrams event at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 14. Students will receive games donated by Bananagrams during a high-energy assembly designed to build excitement for this year's spelling bee and make wordplay and literacy fun. The celebration is supported by Scripps, Bananagrams, and the Dallas Sports Commission.
Mark your calendars for Discover Dallas ISD
Families are invited to attend Discover Dallas ISD, the largest school fair in the city, starting at 9 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Automobile Building in Fair Park. The event gives parents and students the chance to explore the district's choice, application-based, and Legacy Schools, each designed to help every student find their perfect fit. Families are encouraged to meet with school representatives and learn more about programs such as dual language, Montessori, magnet, STEM/STEAM, International Baccalaureate, and more.
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