Charles Rice Learning Center

The Charles Rice Learning Center girls and boys basketball teams won the Dallas Independent School District Elementary Basketball Championship for the second consecutive year, led by Coach Michelle Leggins and Charles Rice alum Glen Upshaw, respectively.

For more than 50 years, the Park South YMCA has served South Dallas neighbors of all ages through exercise classes, childcare and community events. As part of YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ efforts to improve facilities, the Park South building is undergoing a major $15 million renovation, expected to be completed in early 2025.

Security enhancements, classroom renovations and other upgrades came to South Dallas schools.