DallasEducationCollective

Today, we pause to give thanks for the students, families, and educators who make Dallas stronger every single day. Thanksgiving reminds us that learning doesn’t just happen in classrooms, it happens around dinner tables, in conversations with loved ones, and in the small moments of connection that shape who we become. From everyone at the Dallas Education Collective, we’re grateful for this community and the countless people who pour into our kids. Wishing every Dallas family a warm, joyful, and restful Thanksgiving surrounded by the people who lift you up.

DISD students are off for the week as Thanksgiving break begins, and we hope every child across Dallas gets the chance to slow down, rest, and enjoy time with the people who matter most. This pause in the school year is more than a holiday, it’s a moment for our students to recharge, reset, and come back ready to learn and grow. Wishing all DISD families a safe, joyful, and restorative Thanksgiving break.

🍂#DallasParks is back at it with our Fall Break Camps! Sign your kids up for a week of fun before they fill up!🍁 dallasparks.org/582/School-Bre…

Who inspired YOU to love learning? 👇 Today is Future Teachers of America Day, and we are celebrating the pipeline of incredible talent growing right here in Dallas! 🤠📚 Great schools don't just happen, they are built by passionate educators. That’s why supporting the next generation of teachers is vital to our mission of uniting the community to accelerate student success. By aligning our resources and working together, we can ensure that every student in Dallas has equitable access to the high-quality education, and the inspiring teachers they deserve.

We’re super excited to invite you to our Free Family Fun Night on October 21st! 🎉 Come out and enjoy: 🍔 Free food & snacks 🎪 Games & a bounce house 🛍️ Awesome local vendors 🎓 Chats with education leaders It’s the perfect night for parents to share ideas, kids to have a great time, and families to make wonderful memories together. ❤️ rsvptexas.com/DEC/ ¡Estamos súper emocionados de invitarlos a nuestra Noche Familiar de Diversión Gratis el 21 de octubre! 🎉 Vengan y disfruten de: 🍔 Comida y bocadillos gratis 🎪 Juegos y casa inflable 🛍️ Increíbles vendedores locales 🎓 Charlas con líderes educativos Es la noche perfecta para que los padres compartan sus ideas, los niños se diviertan y las familias pasen un momento maravilloso juntas. ❤️ rsvptexas.com/DEC/

We at DEC refuse to accept lagging results as the norm. Our goal is to convene school leaders, community groups, and families to share what works, expand effective tutoring and after-school partnerships, and champion policies that raise achievement across Dallas County. Our mission is to connect families, strengthen schools, and help more students reach grade-level and beyond. Learn more on our website: dallaseducationcollective.org

With 1 in 3 DISD students attending a D or F rank school, our mission is clear. DEC is focused on bringing resources to the students who need them most. We want to help families find higher-performing options, coordinate free academic support, and lift up campus partnerships that improve attendance, literacy, and post-grad readiness. Learn more on our website: dallaseducationcollective.org

TOMORROW in South Dallas. Free Family Fun Night at Park South YMCA with food, games, community resources, and a real conversation with education leaders. 📅 Tomorrow, Sept 23 🕠 5:30 to 7:00 PM 📍 Park South YMCA Main Gym ✅ RSVP here: rsvptexas.com/DEC/ We cant wait to see you there! #DallasEducation #SouthDallas #FamilyFunNight #ParentVoice #StudentSuccess #DallasEducationCollective

Excited to share that our Executive Director, Nakia Douglas, recently joined Sarah Zubiate Bennett on the Let’s Talk Local podcast to discuss how Dallas can deliver world-class learning for every child. Dallas has roughly 144,000 economically disadvantaged students within DISD boundaries, and 40 percent of children living in poverty are not school-ready. These are not just stats. They are our neighbors and the future of our city. In the episode, you will hear why the Dallas Education Collective exists, how we are uniting partners across Dallas, and what it will take to tackle access, equity, and preparation for a fast-changing future. Listen here: bit.ly/3Kg2bzf

Our Executive Director was grateful to attend the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation event as a guest, using the evening to network with likeminded Dallas leaders and share the mission of the Dallas Education Collective. Thank you to Dirk Nowitzki and Jessica Olsson for hosting a meaningful night that brought together some of the most charitable individuals from our city. If your company or nonprofit wants to connect about education in Dallas, send us a message. #DallasEducation #Community #StudentsFirst #GivingBack #DirkNowitzkiFoundation #DEC

South Dallas families and partners, please join the Dallas Education Collective and the @YMCA at the Park South YMCA for a Free Family Fun Night that doubles as a community convening. Enjoy food, face painting, balloon animals and helpful community resources, then take part in a practical conversation with education leaders about what our students need now. 📅 Sept 23 • 5:30 to 7:00 PM 📍 Park South YMCA Main Gym RSVP here: rsvptexas.com/DEC/ #DallasEducation #CommunityPartners #ParentEngagement #StudentSuccess #SouthDallas

Happening now at the Moorland YMCA in Oak Cliff: Our very first Community Convening! Families, educators, and community leaders are gathering to share ideas and build a stronger future for Dallas students. Be sure to attend our next one if you missed tonights. A hot meal will be provided at each event by STAR Catering, our wonderful co-sponsor. rsvptexas.com/DEC/ Pleasant Oaks Recreation Center Tuesday September 9th 5:30-7:00 pm Park South Family YMCA Tuesday September 23rd 5:30-7:00pm

Join us for a Community Convening! Families with students in Oak Cliff DISD are invited to a conversation about the future of education in Dallas. We will have a panel discussion with leading educators and local leaders followed by a Q&A session so we can answer all your questions. When: Tuesday, August 26, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Where: Moorland YMCA at Oak Cliff Bring a friend, share your perspective, and help shape what comes next for our students. Sign up now: bit.ly/45HuSw7

When educators are empowered and families are engaged, real learning happens. Dallas absolutely can and should learn from places that get it right. @DallasEdCo is studying what’s working across Texas and bringing successful models home. Here are a few images from DeSoto’s Early Childhood Center, a model of what’s possible.

🏘️ Great schools uplift students and their communities. By dedicating ourselves to Dallas education, we're fostering neighborhood regeneration and empowering students with an exceptional education. Join us in making a lasting impact. 🔗 Support our mission: lnkd.in/ghqcxBXQ

Every student deserves a path to success—unfortunately, nearly 1 in 5 students never make it to graduation. This is a heartbreaking systemic failure for our students, families, communities and city. Public charter school options and partnerships like the Dallas Education Collective can rewrite this story, through the creation of learning environments that empower students, boost confidence, and ensure they cross the finish line. Learn more about how DEC will help the students of Dallas: lnkd.in/eJ8t57K7

Public charter schools are reimagining what education can look like — with specialized programs that inspire students and help them excel in fields they’re passionate about. From robotics labs to art studios, these schools are opening doors and expanding opportunities 📚 We at DEC are also reimagining what the future of education for students will look like in the Dallas metroplex. lnkd.in/eJ8t57K7

The data is clear: a student's future success in Dallas is too often tied to their zip code and background. Stark disparities in college readiness mean we are failing to prepare a huge segment of our future workforce for success. This isn't just an education issue; it's an economic and social imperative for our city. We need to shift our approach to one that actively closes these gaps, and Dallas Education Collective is leading the charge to build an innovative school tailored to the needs of underserved communities. Our goal is to ensure every student in Dallas has a real opportunity to succeed in college and beyond. To be part of building a more equitable and prosperous Dallas, learn more about our: bit.ly/4lC7Uxa

Beyond a one-size-fits-all approach, public charter schools are built on a powerful partnership between parents, educators, and the community. This is where teacher empowerment thrives; instructors are given the professional freedom to design dynamic lessons and pioneer new teaching methods that truly resonate with students. This model also forges a strong alliance with families, viewing parents as essential partners in their child's education. This shared mission is backed by direct accountability, ensuring that the school’s innovative environment is laser-focused on achieving outstanding results and preparing every child for a vibrant future. Learn more about how we are bringing this approach to Dallas so all students can thrive in their education: bit.ly/3Itjz2Q

Every child in Dallas deserves access to a high-quality education. But too many are being left behind in our city. At Dallas Education Collective, we’re working to build a better path forward—by bringing strong public charter schools to the communities that need them most. Want to learn how we’re doing it—and how you can help? 📲 Visit DallasEducationCollective.org to learn more about our mission, our work, and the future we’re fighting for. Because change doesn’t start in a boardroom. It starts in the classroom.