Important dates for start of 2021-22 school year

We’re closing in on the start of the 2021-22 school year, Falcons! This school year starts on Thursday, Aug. 12, and there are several important dates to help get you started for a successful school year.

Kerri Blevins named principal of Lake Dallas Elementary School

The Lake Dallas ISD Board of Trustees approved Kerri Blevins as the new principal of Lake Dallas Elementary School, elevating the longtime assistant principal at two Lake Dallas ISD campuses to lead her new school.

Information for the 2021-22 school year

As Lake Dallas ISD prepares for the 2021-22 school year, information is now available on a return to in-person learning, breakfast and lunch remaining free and the 2-mile transportation radius.

Trustees name Dr. Mike Rockwood as lone finalist for superintendent

The Lake Dallas ISD Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to name Dr. Mike Rockwood as the lone finalist for the school district’s superintendent position, bringing an enthusiastic leader focused on a strong community to the Falcon family.

STAAR results coming soon, how to access

Results for STAAR tests that took place in the spring will soon be available, with families able to access results in Skyward Family Access. Elementary and middle school results will be available June 28, while high school results will be available June 15.

District offices operating on summer hours

Lake Dallas ISD offices will operate on summer hours during the months of June and July, with staff available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Offices will be closed for the week of Independence Day, from July 5-9.

P-EBT food assistance program application open through Aug. 13

The state of Texas will offer a second round of the federal Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer – or P-EBT – program, providing support for families in need of food assistance.

Summer meal program lasts June 7 to July 1

Lake Dallas ISD will once again offer free summer meals to children ages 18 and younger, with Lake Dallas Elementary School serving as host site. The program will last Mondays through Thursdays from June 7 to July 1.

Gary Patterson named interim superintendent of Lake Dallas ISD

At a special school board meeting on Monday, May 24, Lake Dallas ISD trustees unanimously voted to name Gary Patterson as interim superintendent, placing a veteran leader at the helm of the district from June 22 until a permanent superintendent is found.

Reminder: Early-release schedules on May 26, 27

Lake Dallas ISD students will end their school year on Thursday, May 27, with the final two days of the 2020-21 school year operating on early-release schedules. Elementary schools will dismiss students at 11:45 a.m., while secondary students will dismiss students at 12:45 p.m.