Breaking the cycle of economic inequity in Dallas County, one student at a time.

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Progress after high school is about more than enrollment. It also means returning and earning a credential. At #EMS2026, five Texas universities received Economic Mobility Awards for their results across these milestones. Meet the honorees: ow.ly/JISZ50ZRERJ
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The @TexasTribune Festival gives us an opportunity to discuss those connections alongside leaders and partners from across the state. This year, @Commit2Dallas will participate in three conversations that discuss the question: How do we build systems that give more Texans a real opportunity to succeed? A preview of these discussions is here on our "Latest Learnings" blog: ow.ly/2moE50ZR5LZ
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Dallas County Economic Mobility Summit! We celebrated 15 years of partnership and progress on the Road to 2040. Special thanks to @bluemeridianp's Jim Shelton for joining us as a keynote and @BainandCompany for sponsoring the summit! For a full recap of the Summit, visit our Latest Learnings blog post here: ow.ly/imaZ50ZQOgQ
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Student success is measured by what comes next. The 2026 Economic Mobility Awards celebrated Dallas County districts and campuses helping more students become college ready, enroll, persist, and move toward credentials that lead to economic mobility. Meet the honorees: ow.ly/H41C50ZQK4P
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Four school systems. Four areas of measurable student progress. 🏆 Congratulations to our 2026 Dallas County Momentum Award recipients: Early Learning Momentum Award to @desotoisdeagles Literacy Momentum Award to @dallasschools Third Grade Momentum Award to @gisdnews Math Momentum Award to @RichardsonISD Learn more about the 2026 Economic Mobility Summit Awards here: ow.ly/bEp750ZQg8c
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“Systems change is only meaningful if it changes what’s possible for a student and gives every teacher in every classroom a better chance to help that student succeed.” — @MiguelForDallas, President, Dallas County Impact, @Commit2Dallas Our 2026 Economic Mobility Report examines that progress across Dallas County’s education-to-workforce journey. Read our report: ow.ly/45ZI50ZPkpf
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.@NTxGivingDay is TODAY. Our goal: By 2040, at least half of Dallas County residents ages 25–34, irrespective of race, will earn a living wage. Help us build the partnerships, policies, and systems to move our region toward that goal. Give today: ow.ly/1zj050ZOMnS
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Here’s a number worth putting into perspective: 47,000. That’s how many more Dallas County students are now on a path to economic mobility than when Opportunity 2040 launched in 2022. And the potential economic impact of that progress? More than $28 billion in additional lifetime earnings. The math tells a pretty remarkable story. Swipe through for more ➡️
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This September, we celebrate 15 years of The Commit Partnership and what’s possible when a region works together. Since 2011, partners across Dallas County have strengthened education and expanded pathways to economic mobility. Every step forward has been powered by partnership.
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Today, we released @Commit2Dallas' 2026 Dallas County Economic Mobility Report, marking 15 years of Partnership and Progress toward closing educational and economic gaps across our region. In this year's report, we explore the results achieved to date, which were made possible through strong partnerships and tireless collaboration between everyone in our community, while highlighting the opportunities and the work still ahead. Read more: ow.ly/MUgu50ZMNar
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Improving student success takes data, alignment and partnership. Our President, @MiguelForDallas joined @WayneNBC5 and @NBCDFW to discuss how we work with education and community partners to expand opportunity across Dallas County. Watch: ow.ly/Qf2m50ZLsWr
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Six days until the 2026 Economic Mobility Summit! We’re looking forward to hearing from Jim Shelton of @bluemeridianp and gathering with partners from across our community for an evening focused on expanding opportunity, partnership and progress.
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Strong strategy requires collaboration. This week, @Commit2Dallas hosted its 2026 organization-wide retreat, bringing our team together to strengthen our strategy, deepen partnerships and explore how we can continue improving student outcomes across Texas. We look forward to how valued partnership continues to drive our work forward!
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Texas has a rare opportunity to rethink how we support young children and families. Big challenges require big changes. @GregAbbott_TX's Task Force could help build a stronger early childhood system. Read more in @dallasnews below: ow.ly/ws3R50ZJzJw
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The 2026 Commit Summer Fellowship may have concluded, but the impact continues. Our 14 fellows turned capstone projects into tools and strategies that will support our work well beyond the summer. Read more in our latest blog: ow.ly/92xg50ZGKFr
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Only 12 days until the 2026 Economic Mobility Summit! We’re excited to welcome Jim Shelton, CEO of @bluemeridianp, for a keynote conversation on education, philanthropy and expanding economic mobility. The countdown is on!
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Today kicks off early giving for #NorthTexasGivingDay! Your support helps @Commit2Dallas build partnerships, advance policies, and strengthen systems that create greater opportunities for students across Dallas County. Please make your gift today and invest in our students futures at ow.ly/eybt50ZGfSJ
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“It is possible for all campuses in Texas to earn an A or B. But it takes dedicated systemic decisions to bring in those resources and that talent,” said @Commit2Dallas' @bridgetdeighan on Texas’ 2026 A-F Accountability Ratings in @TexasTribune Read more ⬇️: ow.ly/I2hn50ZCIAR
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On Monday, the Texas House Higher Education Committee examined how Texas can strengthen college and career advising. Investing in high-quality advising helps more students turn their interests into a concrete plan for what comes next, leading to better outcomes for Texas students and the state’s workforce. @rootEdAlliance
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