Discover legacy and tradition

Because neighborhood schools are often anchors in their communities and always the first choice for families, they are where legacies are built. That’s why this year, they will be part of the Discover event that invites families to see what Dallas ISD schools have to offer Dallas children. 

These schools from elementary to high school offer more than just academics and enrichment programs. For many families, they are tradition and home; they are the legacy that each generation looks forward to being part of, said Communications Chief Libby Daniels. 

“As we spoke to families and alumni, they told us that some of their fondest recollections of their time in  school was the sense of family and belonging they experienced while there,” she said. “One story that comes to mind is a group of siblings and cousins at South Oak Cliff High School whose dream was to attend SOC and be Golden Bears like their parents and other relatives. They wanted to be part of that legacy.”  

By designating these schools that are anchors in their communities as legacy schools, Dallas ISD is building on that sense of pride and community that is already there and that is so important to families, Daniels said. More information on the legacy schools—escuelas legacy—initiative will be shared in the coming months.

Discover—which takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at Fair Park’s Automobile Building—will offer families the opportunity to explore the very best in innovation, tradition, and excellence that Dallas ISD has to offer. For families who want to apply to choice programs and schools, experts will offer help with filling out the application.