Three DISD Schools Awarded National Blue Ribbon
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DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – Three Dallas ISD schools have earned National Blue Ribbon status for 2016.
The School of Health Professions at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center and both the International Academy and Montessori Vanguard at George Bannerman Dealey are Blue Ribbon schools.
"This is a tremendous recognition for these schools and very well deserved," Superintendent Michael Hinojosa said. "The teachers, staff, students and their families should take time to celebrate this remarkable accomplishment."
Schools were selected as exemplary high-performing campuses based on student performance on state or national assessments. Each Blue Ribbon school has an economically disadvantaged population that is at least 20 percent.
"Here at Dealey we have high standards for learning and this award is a testament to all the hard work and dedication from our staff, students, and parents," Beverly Lusk, principal of Dealey Montessori said. "We have two very unique programs with Montessori education in our elementary school and an International Focus in the middle school.
Lasandra Sanders, principal of the School of Health Professions at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center, said the nomination shines a light on the great collaborative work that goes into making the school successful.
"It is truly an honor for the School of Health Professions to be recognized for our academic accomplishments," Sanders said.
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