Dallas ISD hosts urban schools conference

More than 1,000 big-city school leaders, board members, senior administrators, and educators from across the country met last week in Dallas during the 2024 Council of the Great City Schools Annual Fall Conference.

The event featured more than 200 presentations covering a wide range of topics that impact urban school districts nationwide. The Council of the Great City Schools represents the nation’s largest urban public school districts, working to ensure that students in these areas meet high academic standards and succeed as productive members of society. The annual fall conference serves as a platform for collaboration, innovation, and sharing best practices among educators dedicated to improving outcomes in urban education.

Dallas ISD Board First Vice President Ben Mackey, Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde and CGCS Chair of the Board Marcia Andrews officially welcome school leaders to the 68th annual event, setting the stage for three days of discussions, workshops, and strategic planning aimed at driving positive change in education for millions of students across the nation. Dallas ISD students from schools across the district showcased their talents at different events during the conference to the delight of attendees.