Thank you, essential team members!

Over the last several days, while winter weather challenged our city, Dallas ISD continued to stand strong because of the dedication of our essential personnel. From preparing more than 300 facilities, including our schools, ahead of time to responding when freezing conditions hit, Maintenance and Facility Services and other essential teams stepped up while other team members were at home. Their work ensured our buildings, walkways, and operations remained safe and functional. Dallas ISD is deeply grateful for their commitment and service. 

• Grounds & Athletic Fields Department has had 60-70 employees come in to work each day this week. 
• In collaboration with other MFS organizations, all campuses, bus transportation centers, and central sites are going through through the de-icing process to ensure safe lots and walkways.
• Crews went out with skid steer loaders, shovels, ice melt, backpack blowers, and an abundance of team members.
• Our Maintenance department worked tirelessly around the clock to repair any damages resulting from broken pipe leaks within our schools.
• Since the start of the freezing temperatures on Saturday, our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Department has been addressing issues at various campuses.

To every essential Dallas ISD team member who answered the call this week: Thank you!