Dallas International School

Educates students to contribute to a dynamic world: an international curriculum, multi-language instruction: academic competitiveness

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Recently, DIS 4th graders participated in a multidisciplinary activity where they were required to develop a store for 2nd graders to shop at. Through this activity, students learned all about business techniques, money, personal finance and advertising.

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Today, DIS Elementary students celebrated our 17th annual Rite Race, benefitting Scottish Rite Children's Hospital. Our 1st-4th grade students ran around a small portion of our Churchill Campus with their peers cheering them on.

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Yesterday, Churchill students celebrated Cinco de Mayo early with a free-dress day and a dance presentation put on by 1st-4th graders. Students welcomed a mariachi band to open the presentation, followed by dance performances to traditional Mexican music.

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DIS recently welcomed back our 2nd graders from a field trip to Camp Tyler. While there, students enjoyed participating in various activities, such as team-building games, learning about local plant and animal wildlife, stargazing and survival exercises.

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At this year's Gala Alegre, DIS celebrated a very special evening of fellowship and community while recognizing this year's Country of the Year, Portugal. Parents, guardians, staff and faculty arrived at the JW Marriott Dallas Arts District dressed to impress.

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DIS Aviation Program students have been busy learning what it takes to become a pilot. As part of their education journey, the year-one students in this program are taking to the air for their first experience operating a light aircraft.

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DIS would like to spotlight our High School Tennis Team who recently competed in the TAPPS Regional Tennis Tournament. Estella McFalls earned a medal and a nomination to State. In Boys Doubles, Evan Briard and Brenden Fruhling placed second and also qualified!

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Our SES 10th graders recently represented DIS during the Start-up Lycée Competition held in San Francisco, CA. Throughout the competition, our students captivated a jury composed of highly influential figures in the world of business. 

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Recently, DIS 8th-12th grade students attended Career Day at our Waterview campus. Students welcomed more than 25 parents and community members who generously shared their professional journeys as students explored diverse career paths.

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Last week, DIS celebrated Francophonie Week. This week is dedicated to highlighting the French language and the diversity of cultures throughout the French-speaking world. During this week on both campuses, we focus on the importance of French music, film, cuisine and art.

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Recently, DIS athletes celebrated their dedication and teamwork with a special ceremony. DIS swim, basketball and volleyball student-athletes were recognized in front of an audience of their peers as they were presented with awards for their contributions and took team photos.

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Today, our Waterview campus held our 17th annual Rite Race, benefiting Scottish Rite for Children. This exciting event, initially created to promote awareness and bring donations to Scottish Rite, is a blast for students and serves a great cause.

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Today, 4th grade/CM1 students presented projects for Women's History Month. Students were tasked with finding an important woman throughout history and creating a project that shares the life and accomplishments of who they selected.

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Today concluded Black History Month, and students were welcomed with the chance to engage with impactful speakers and performances during assemblies. These events provided wonderful opportunities to learn, celebrate and reflect on the contributions of Black leaders and culture.

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Today, DIS students celebrated 100 days of school. Teachers and students at our Churchill campus commemorated this special day by dressing up as 100-year-olds and participating in games and activities centered around the number 100.

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Recently, 5th grade students who took last year's DELF exam received their official diplomas issued by the Ministry of Education of France in a special ceremony. Students celebrated the passing of this French proficiency exam which is a major milestone in French education.

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Recently, our middle school students attended their Winter Boum (a boum is a French party or social event often with music and dancing). Students danced all night as the DJ played hit after hit.

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Today, middle school students at our Waterview campus held their Medieval Fair. Students dressed in costume and learned all about music, fashion, art and literature from the Middle Ages, before concluding with games and quizzes about what they learned.

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Yesterday, several members of our HS swim team attended the TAPPS State Championship Swim Meet. We would like to congratulate all of our swimmers who gave their all in the pool. A big congratulations to Sophia Smith who took home the state title in the 100 yard backstroke.

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We recently welcomed father of 4th grade student, Edward Hsia. Mr. Hsia visited our 4th grade class to teach students about the Lunar New Year (also known as the Lantern Festival), how the lunar cycle works in Chinese culture & many traditions associated with this important day.