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Dallas ISD introduces fall break for students

For the first time, Dallas ISD announced fall break for students and staff

Dallas fall break announcement
Dallas fall break announcement (Dallas ISD)

Dallas - In a move to refresh the school year calendar, Dallas Independent School District (DISD) will introduce a new fall break, Dallas Metro News reported. Both students and campus staff will get a breather with this addition.

The break is set for Thursday, October 12, and Friday, October 13, closing schools for these two days.

Following this short break, educators will gather again on Monday, October 16, for a focused professional development session to sharpen their teaching techniques. Students will be back in class on Tuesday, October 17.

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Interestingly, this new fall break coincides with the district's existing "Fair Days." Parents, guardians, and students should check with their individual schools to find out their specific Fair Day.

In related news, the State Fair of Texas has introduced a 2023 policy for younger visitors. Those 17 and under must now be accompanied by someone 21 or older after 5 p.m. daily.

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Additionally, the fair emphasizes a friendly environment. Any student displaying inappropriate or dangerous behavior will be quickly removed from the event. This is all in an effort to keep the State Fair a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Additional information can be found on the Fair’s website.

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