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Dickinson ISD Virtual Learning Program Launching for the 2026–2027 School Year

Mon, 17 Aug 2026

Dickinson ISD Virtual Learning Program Launching for the 2026 2027 School Year Dickinson ISD is excited to introduce a full-time virtual learning option for students entering grades 10 12 beginning in...Read more...

Dickinson ISD Earns Exemplary District Recognition for Theatre Education

Fri, 07 Aug 2026

Dickinson Independent School District has been recognized as an Exemplary District through the Texas Educational Theatre Association s Awards of Distinction program. McAdams Junior High and Kranz Juni...Read more...

Online Free & Reduced Meal Applications Are NOW OPEN!

Thu, 30 Jul 2026

More Than a School Meal Application! Dickinson ISD's Online FREE & REDUCED-PRICE MEAL APPLICATIONS are now open for the 2026 2027 school year! Families are encouraged to apply and take advantage of be...Read more...

Gator Football Continues Building Toward the Season at Camp

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

Dickinson ISD s 7th through 9th grade Gator football players have been hard at work at camp as they continue preparing for the upcoming season. Throughout camp, student-athletes have focused on develo...Read more...

Dickinson ISD reminds athletics and fine arts families to complete new UIL PAPF Eligibility form

Thu, 16 Jul 2026

Dickinson ISD is reminding all athletics and fine arts families to log back into Rank One and complete the new UIL PAPF Eligibility electronic document required for the 2026-2027 school year. The Univ...Read more...

Dickinson Boys Basketball to Host Youth Camp

Mon, 13 Jul 2026

The Dickinson Boys Basketball program will host a basketball camp on July 22 and 23 for incoming third through sixth grade boys . The camp will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. each day in the Dickinson Hi...Read more...

Dickinson Football Season Ticket Information Announced

Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Dickinson ISD has announced season ticket information for the 2026 Dickinson Gators football season. Current season ticket holders may renew their seats beginning July 1. Existing season ticket holder...Read more...

Dickinson ISD Earns Prestigious Theatre Education Honors from Texas Educational Theatre Association

Mon, 22 Jun 2026

Dickinson Independent School District has been recognized by the Texas Educational Theatre Association (TxETA) for its outstanding commitment to theatre education, earning the Exemplary District desig...Read more...

Bayou Football Camp Gives Young Athletes Opportunity to Learn and Compete

Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Young athletes brought energy and excitement to Sam Vitanza Stadium for the Bayou Football Camp, a free community event focused on skill development, competition and building confidence through the ga...Read more...

Dickinson ISD Encourages Families to Plan Ahead with 2026-2027 Vacation Planner

Thu, 11 Jun 2026

Dickinson ISD is encouraging families to plan vacations, wellness visits, and other appointments around the district s scheduled breaks for the 2026-2027 school year. Using these dates helps support s...Read more...

Save the Dates: Meet the Gators and Homecoming 2026

Mon, 08 Jun 2026

Dickinson ISD invites Gator Nation to mark their calendars for several exciting community events coming up this fall. Meet the Gators will take place on Wednesday, August 26, at 6:45 p.m. at Sam Vitan...Read more...

The Dickinson Diamonds Shine at NDA Camp

Thu, 04 Jun 2026

The Dickinson Diamonds recently attended the National Dance Alliance (NDA) Camp at Sam Houston State University, where they spent four days focused on intensive training, leadership development, team ...Read more...

Dickinson ISD Board of Trustees Approves New Pay Rates for Bus Drivers and Bus Monitors

Wed, 03 Jun 2026

The Dickinson ISD Board of Trustees has approved new pay rates for bus drivers and bus monitors for the 2026-2027 school year. Bus drivers will now earn $24 per hour , while bus monitors will earn $14...Read more...

Dickinson ISD Board Approves 3% Compensation Increase for Employees

Tue, 02 Jun 2026

During the June Board Meeting, the Dickinson ISD Board of Trustees approved a 3% compensation increase for all employees for the 2026-2027 school year. This action reflects the Board s continued commi...Read more...

Education Support Center to Observe Summer Business Hours

Fri, 29 May 2026

The Dickinson ISD Education Support Center will observe summer business hours from June 1 through July 24, 2026. During this time, the Education Support Center will be open Monday through Wednesday fr...Read more...

Dickinson Independent School District
2218 FM 517 East | Dickinson, TX 77539
Phone: 281.229.6000

Vision Statement
Inclusive of all, Dickinson ISD will cultivate excellence, producing confident, collaborative, goal-driven learners who become empowered citizens in a global society.

Mission Statement
Dickinson ISD will equip and empower all learners with skills and experiences to achieve academic excellence and make meaningful contributions to our world.