Commit Partnership
@Commit2Dallas
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Breaking the cycle of economic inequity in Dallas County, one student at a time.
Dallas, TX
Joined October 2011
“Students don’t have a lot of money, and our institutions don’t need to continue down the wrong path when the goal is student success,” said @RoyceWestTX at #TribFest25, urging higher education to better meet student needs to expand access and boost outcomes. Hear more ⬇️:
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Congratulations to @DrBrianLusk on becoming the new superintendent of @ELPASO_ISD! As @MillaSurjadi reports, "Lusk believes public education can be an ‘economic engine’ by 'align[ing] programs and pathways with the local job market,'" Read more ⬇️:
dallasnews.com
Brian Lusk, Dallas ISD’s deputy superintendent of school and academics, will be El Paso ISD’s next superintendent after the school board there approved his...
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"A new study finds that receiving a failing accountability rating—and the reform pressure that then results—can work to reduce the share of students who get arrested or incarcerated as young adults." Learn more via @CityJournal's @neetu_arnold ⬇��:
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A new study shows that public school performance ratings encourage reforms that benefit students and parents.
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“It’s so important that families can afford higher education opportunities and all of us know it’s a pathway to many other opportunities,” said @RoyceWestTX on a #TribFest25 panel highlighting the need to make higher education more attainable for all. Hear more ⬇️:
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"The body of evidence is overwhelmingly consistent with the idea that test-based accountability meaningfully improves student outcomes," @USCRossier's Morgan Polikoff says to @Chalkbeat's @matt_barnum, who does an excellent job collecting that evidence in a new op-ed ⬇️:
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No Child Left Behind likely improved math scores, but it also brought about widespread frustration from teachers and parents.
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Texas students deserve a clearer path from community college to a 4-year degree. At #TribFest25, Dallas Transfer Collaborative leaders shared how their regional model is reducing transfer friction and shaping statewide policy solutions. Learn more ⬇️:
commitpartnership.org
Nearly 80% of community college students nationally report a desire to ultimately earn a bachelor’s degree – but only around a third successfully transfer to a four-year university. Unfortunately,...
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Dallas ISD neighbors, your voice matters. As part of the Bond 2026 planning process, @dallasschools is seeking your input to help prioritize future investments. Learn more and share your feedback ⬇️:
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Last month's Our Work in Action newsletter took a chance to celebrate 12 years our dedicated community working so that the future works for everyone. Visit https://t.co/nz6KkuauuK to sign up for regular updates on the incredible work happening to improve our education system.
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“TSI readiness just means access and opportunity to be college and career ready,” said @RoundRockISD’s Rodrigo Portillo about how to ensure that students are exiting the classroom ready for the next step. Hear more ⬇️: Learn more about TSI Readiness at: https://t.co/G9su2Eu3B9
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New polling from @texas2036 shows a broad majority of Texas voters support recent changes to our state assessment system, reflecting strong public backing for efforts to better measure student learning. Read more ⬇️:
texas2036.org
A new Texas 2036 survey shows 7 in 10 voters support replacing the annual STAAR test with three shorter tests given throughout the year.
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If you live in Dallas ISD, we hope you'll make your voice heard as the district prepares a major bond package for 2026. Learn more below about opportunities to hear from your trustee about how it will impact the schools in your neighborhood ⬇️:
bond.dallasisd.org
Bond 2026 Trustee Info Nights - Dallas ISD Bond Program
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“This policy is grounded in mathematical readiness and evidence shows that it is the best indicator of Algebra I success,” says @The74’ as Texas provides a model for other states to ensure more students have more access to quality math courses. Learn more ⬇️:
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Henderson and Kung: Several states are now ensuring that all students with high test scores in math can take algebra in middle school.
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Thanks to the O'Donnell Foundation and Dallas County Promise, @UT_Dallas is expanding support, from early outreach for middle-schoolers to dedicated coaches for transfer students. Learn more about the robust investment below:
news.utdallas.edu
Two major initiatives at UT Dallas will benefit from an $8 million gift from the O’Donnell Foundation. The Early Inspire Fund will create programming for eighth- and ninth-grade students from...
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Big news for Dallas County students! @Commit2Dallas, @MaycombCapital & @EIFDallas are teaming up to expand college and career advising to 34K+ more students across @cedarhillisd, @DuncanvilleISD, @LancasterISD & @desotoisdeagles. Learn more ⬇️:
commitpartnership.org
The Commit Partnership is proud to announce a landmark social capital investment from Maycomb Capital in partnership with Education is Freedom (EIF), a leading nonprofit providing college and career...
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When students are postsecondary ready, they’re on the path to earning a living wage. Thank you to The Moody Foundation for sponsoring our 2025 Texas Success Initiative Summit, strengthening school systems across Dallas County and Texas to improve student outcomes. Learn more
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Thank you to @jpmorgan for including @williamstodd78 on your #TribFest25 workforce development panel. Conversations like these help advance real solutions for preparing today’s learners for tomorrow’s jobs.
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“These are our best teachers on our campuses that need the most help. We need them in front of the students every single day,” said @FortWorthISD Supt. Karen Molinar as @dallasschools ACE model can help them hire more effective teachers. Learn more ⬇️:
dallasnews.com
Fort Worth ISD is on track to overhaul seven low-performing campuses by luring top teachers. Incentives include yearly pay of roughly $124,000.
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"Teacher Incentive Allotment is a great way, and we’re glad that our district chose back in 2019 to start this journey," said @FortWorthISD's Woodrow Bailey as TIA has been vital in retaining teachers and focusing on student outcomes. Learn more ⬇️:
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“I don't think there's a better feeling in the world than seeing a child understand something, especially with math," Chloe Marshall said.
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"...some southern states, once laggards in public education, have been making huge strides in student achievement, even as northeastern states have fallen back in the pack." Learn more via @riceid ⬇️:
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Student achievement has fallen off a cliff. Neither Trump nor the pandemic is to blame.
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Six years after Dallas County voters approved a historic $1.1 billion bond package, improvements are underway across @dallascollegetx’s seven campuses, helping boost postsecondary attainment. Learn more ⬇️:
dallasnews.com
Dallas voters supported the bond in 2019, before a lawsuit held up its ability to progress
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