Help Dallas ISD build big

Special contribution by junior associate Dariana Albarran

Dallas ISD is building big, and team members can help by volunteering at the event to help showcase a construction mixer that is aimed at connecting the district with the community and potential contactors to increase participation in bond projects.

“Building Big” a Construction Mixer will take place on Thursday, July 24, at Thomas Jefferson High school. Josh Berrios, coordinator with the Small Business Office hosting the event, is looking for Dallas ISD employees to help with setting up, running, and taking down after the event. 

“What I’m hoping to achieve with the volunteers is teamwork,” Berrios said. “It is to get them to feel welcomed.”

Volunteers will be asked to participate in tasks like registration, traffic control, parking placement, workshop set up placement,vendor placement and other simple tasks to keep the event running smoothly. 

“Volunteers will definitely enjoy the experience,” Berrios said. 

Volunteers can choose from different shifts to make it more accessible: an all-day shift, an 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. shift, and a 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. shift. There will be an orientation to discuss responsibilities and expectations. Because the event will take place during working hours, team members should consult with their supervisors and will be able to clock in or out, if needed. 

“I’m hoping to get a good turnout from the volunteers and willingness to help make this event really great,” he said. “I don’t know any better way than to say these are the people making our schools. We want to bring in the best talent to Dallas ISD.”

Team members can sign up to volunteer for the event through this form. To learn about the different roles volunteers will play during the event, download this list.