So enjoyable being able to recognize amazing teachers and awarding them $1,000 checks! Special thank you to Trustee Joe Carreón for joining us North Dallas HS and to Chief Tiffany Huitt for honoring teachers at BAHS Leadership & Conrad Nation - DISD. There’s more to come… Team Dallas ISD

One of my favorite days to date! From the arboretum to our Solar Garden, this extraordinary eclipse experience was one for the books! Solar Preparatory School for Girls Dallas Arboretum Dallas ISD STEM Dallas ISD Team Dallas ISD Dallas ISD OTI Public School Choice

U2L board member Miguel Solis & Todd Williams, CEO Commit Partnership co-authored an op-ed in Dallas Morning News, highlighting how the recent extension of Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde's contract will help provide stability for Dallas students & educators. dallasnews.com/opinion/commen…

One of our magnificent Trailblazers, Olivia, is part of this year's Red Balloon League at Children's Health! To learn more about how you can support this year's campaign, visit Children's Health Foundation Dallas ISD Solar Preparatory School for Girls Gabriela

This took courage for Sam Eppler to write, but I’m glad he did. I know and can attest to the leadership of Edwin Flores and I fully agree with Sam’s sentiments. We need more thoughtful leadership like Sam and Edwin’s in our governments today. dallasnews.com/opinion/commen…

The Commit Partnership - Dallas County School Systems Show Steady Progress on End-of-Course Exams. Read below for more information from Commit Partnership commitpartnership.org/blog/dallas-co…

.Jeff Luhnow once again proves he is a savant. While I wish he were still with the Astros, to see him succeed in futbol is pretty cool. Congrats to you and Gina Luhnow, Jeff! Cc Edwin Flores

Great opinion piece by Ben Mackey & Joe Carreón on the powerful, positive impact that reset centers are having on students in Dallas ISD. Read about this transformative approach to student discipline below: dallasnews.com/opinion/commen…

"We must understand that a one-size-fits-all disciplinary tactic is not beneficial to all of our students. By providing more personalized and structured strategies such as reset centers, we can eliminate the punishments that continue far into the future." newsweek.com/parents-misbeh…

Texas Latino GDP: $476 billion, larger than the economy of MD DFW largest Texas metro area and 4th in 🇺🇸: 8 million people DFW Latino GDP: $99 billion, larger than the economy of HI/NH/ID DFW Latino consumption: $69 billion, a market larger than ME/RI/ND latinogdp.us

I recently had a chance to opine on Dallas’ big three problems as our city searches for its next city manager. Thanks to DMN Opinion for the opportunity. dallasnews.com/opinion/leadin…

“There’s no grace for people doing hard things.” Must-read-long-read by Robert Pondiscio via Education Next on the reform efforts underway in Houston ISD. educationnext.org/last-hurrah-hi… #txed #txlege #HISD

The Teacher Incentive Allotment rewards our most effective educators – and helps them stay in the classroom. New data from Texas Education Agency reveals that TIA-designated teachers are more likely to stay at their schools. Learn more here: ow.ly/N95550SEwNk

We applaud Dallas ISD and Garland ISD for voluntarily releasing their accountability ratings today. Any grades released this year cannot be compared to a previous year because the system is now more rigorous. Learn more: commitpartnership.org/blog/dallas-co…

“Having a reliable picture of where resources are needed helps districts better serve their students as well as better advocate on their behalf,” said Commit President Miguel Solis applauding Dallas ISD and Garland ISD for releasing their A-F scores. ow.ly/CXZV50SYNvZ

Texas’ A-F school ratings: How three brave districts embrace them. Kudos to Dallas ISD Garland ISD and Houston ISD. dallasnews.com/opinion/editor…

“The vast majority of Houston schools are on an upward trajectory, and the public would not know that w/o the state’s accountability system—or Houston ISD’s courageous decision to release its ratings.” Miguel Solis via Houston Chronicle Opinion houstonchronicle.com/opinion/letter… #txed #txlege #HISD

“A-F letter grades allow Texas students, families, school leaders and policymakers with greater insight to make informed decisions,” said Commit president Miguel Solis, applauding school systems across the state for releasing their A-F scores. ow.ly/2Cqb50TksGy

Commit President Miguel Solis addressing the Dallas Regional Chamber State of Public Education as he unveils our just released annual scorecard. “Texas can be an inclusive and prosperous state where your economic opportunity is shared equitably and we need your help to get there.”

Dallas ISD trustees: We need your input dallasnews.com/opinion/commen…