Marissa Limon, principal of Dan D. Rogers Elementary School, has been named a finalist for Elementary Principal of the Year. Photo courtesy of Dallas ISD Hub
District 2 update
May in Dallas ISD is often defined by the big moments: graduation stages, final bells, and summer send-offs. But as we look toward the 2026-2027 school year, I am most struck by the individuals who make these milestones possible. In District 2, we are fortunate to be home to some of the most dedicated educators in the state, and this month, we have the distinct honor of celebrating two of our very best.
Kudos to Marissa Limon, principal of Dan D. Rogers Elementary School, for being named a finalist for Elementary Principal of the Year. A homegrown leader with 16 years of experience, Limon led Rogers to an A rating by pioneering personalized learning and fostering a thriving campus culture.
Joining her is Amber T. Garrett, principal of George Bannerman Dealey Montessori Academy, a finalist for Choice/Magnet Principal of the Year. A veteran leader in her 20th year, Garrett kept Dealey consecutively A-rated and positioned it as the No. 1 Parent Choice campus in the district. These leaders build the future of Dallas, and I am incredibly proud to have them representing District 2.
The success of our teachers is recently shown in the updates on student outcomes which include that 42% of the Class of 2024 earned industry-based certifications, with 741 students earning Level 1 or 2 certificates exceeding the district’s goal of 450.
To keep the best educators, we must remain a competitive and supportive employer. Our most important job this month is ensuring our budget reflects these values.
The proposed 2026–2027 budget includes significant investments in Team Dallas ISD, including proposed teacher raises and an increase to the district’s minimum wage. By raising the floor for our support staff, from bus drivers to cafeteria workers, we are ensuring every person who touches a student’s life is valued.
Budgeting is a community effort, and we want to hear from you. Dallas ISD will host a series of budget meetings, giving the public an opportunity to provide feedback and ask questions about the proposed planning process and priorities.
Upcoming budget meetings can be found here.
I am incredibly grateful to our community for their support of the 2026 bond proposal. This investment ensures that every student in District 2 and across Dallas ISD will benefit from modern, safe, and technologically advanced learning environments. This plan will allow us to build 26 replacement schools, remove every remaining portable classroom, and modernize our facilities for roughly the cost of a cup of coffee per month for the average homeowner. We are ready to get to work on these improvements while maintaining the lowest total tax rate of any large district in North Texas.
Finally, as we near the finish line to summer, I am reminded that Dallas ISD’s greatest strength is its people. Whether it’s a teacher inspiring a breakthrough in the classroom or those in the community supporting our students, you are the reason our bloom is so bright this spring.
To the Class of 2026: Congratulations. To our educators and families: Thank you for a remarkable year. Let’s finish strong.
As always, please reach out to me if you have thoughts, ideas, questions, concerns, or just to say hello!
Best,
Sarah Weinberg
 
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