These learning opportunities let students engage with local government, legal professions, and law enforcement in a variety of settings.

The lawsuit, brought by Sam Tasby and others, sought to desegregate the Dallas Independent School District using the ruling from the Supreme Court case of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka in 1954.

This case, generally regarded as one of the most consequential in American history, declared state laws establishing separate public schools for black and white students to be unconstitutional.

The Supreme Court's ruling in the Brown v. Board case was fiercely resisted in much of the South and Dallas was no exception.

Today, the Law Magnet honors Judge Sanders' intentions and is a model of an inclusive school, where all students—regardless of background—are given an opportunity to flourish and succeed.

National merit awards are given to magnet schools that demonstrate a commitment to high academic standards, curriculum innovation, successful desegregation and diversity efforts, and strong parent and community involvement.

2022 - National Association for Urban Debate Leagues Coach of the Year Finalist (Top 5): Mary Gregg.

Dallas ISD celebrates teaching excellence by recognizing outstanding educators who are making a difference in the lives of students every day.

The Law Magnet is currently ranked 48th in nationally, sixth among Texas High Schools, and fourth in Dallas by U.S. News & World Report.