Local firefighters teach safety to Denison students
Fire Prevention Day on Denison ISD elementary campuses is beyond exciting. Most of the kids have never experienced an up-close look at the shiny red trucks, touched the giant hoses and ladders, met a real-life firefighter or received a hug from Sparky, the firefighter’s mascot. “It is awesome to see the looks on the kids’ faces when they get to see and touch the equipment, learn how it’s used in real-life situations, and what they can do to help keep themselves and their fami
DHS College Fair helps families plan, students succeed
The dozens of colleges and universities represented at Denison High School’s recent College Fair were as diverse and unique as the hundreds of students and families who packed the DHS gymnasium seeking answers to questions about everything from room, board and tuition to scholarships, work-study programs and financial aid. The college representatives came from near and far, including such local institutions as Grayson College, Austin College, Southeastern Oklahoma State Unive
DISD Professional Development grows great teachers, students
After spending much of the summer in Professional Development workshops and seminars, Denison ISD teachers and curriculum specialists are hard at work implementing new, research-based methodology to help improve and enhance student learning and long-term success. “It is imperative that we develop critical thinking skills and a lifelong love for learning if our students are to succeed in today’s ever-changing global workplace. To do that, we must find ways to reach and teach m