Overview:

Dallas Independent School District (ISD) is preparing for the 2025-2026 school year with a Back to School Kickoff event on August 2nd at Ellis Davis Field House. The event will allow families to register their students, connect with campus staff, and obtain necessary resources. Dallas ISD is a premier destination district with 140,000 students across 228 schools, offering programs for college, career, and beyond. The first day of school is scheduled for August 12th. Families can find more information about enrollment, vaccinations, school supplies, and other requirements on the Dallas ISD website.

Dallas ISD is gearing up for the 2025–2026 school year, and it all starts at the Back to School Kickoff from  9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 2, at Ellis Davis Field House.

Families can register their students for the new school year, connect with campus staff, and get the resources they need all in one place. Whether you’re new to the district or returning, this event makes preparing for the first day fast and easy.

Dallas ISD students start their legacy the moment they walk through the doors. We are a premier destination district with 140,000 students across 228 schools. With programs for college, career, and beyond, students are set up for success.

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The first day of school is Tuesday, Aug.12. Start strong and join us at the kickoff and get ready for an amazing year.

To learn more visit dallasisd.org.

Whether you’re new to the district or returning, this event makes preparing for the first day fast and easy.
Enrollment

Registration for all school levels is now open for the upcoming school year. For more information about specific schools and to register your child online, please visit  DallasISD.org/BacktoSchool.

Vaccinations

According to Texas Law, all students enrolling in Dallas ISD must provide proof of required immunizations before the first date of attendance. For the current immunization list, please visit DallasISD.org./BacktoSchool.

School supplies

All Dallas ISD students are required to follow the clear backpack policy. The district has prepared a basic list of suggested school supplies for students, however we encourage all families to check the individual campuses for listings of required school supplies.

For more information about Dallas ISD Back to School requirements, please visit DallasISD.org./BacktoSchool to find school calendars, transportation, dress codes, and a host of parental resources to keep them informed as to their options to ensure that their children have the best experiences possible during their time in Dallas ISD. 

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