FOR OAK CLIFF

We Aim To Liberate Oak Cliff From Systemic Oppression Through A Culture of Education, While Increasing Social Mobility and Social Capital.

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Let’s Go Back to School!

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
For Oak Cliff Community Campus
907 E. Ledbetter Dr. | Dallas, TX 75216

Join us for the 12th Annual Back to School Festival, presented by Kershaw's Challenge, as we prepare thousands of Oak Cliff students for a successful school year.

We're back! The 12th Annual Back to School Festival returns this August, bringing together thousands of South Dallas families for a morning of celebration, community, and everything needed to kick off the school year. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, volunteers, and community partners, we'll distribute 4,000 free school supply kits while connecting families to valuable resources, live entertainment, great food, and fun for all ages. It's our favorite way to celebrate a new school year—and we can't wait to welcome you back.

What to Expect

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CHECK OUT LAST YEAR’S MAGIC!

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT FOR OAK CLIFF?

A digital graphic with the Oak Cliff 10 Year Vision mission statement, including images of community events and a colorful logo celebrating Oak Cliff.
Two people hugging, one wearing a hat, in front of a backdrop with checkered pattern and text; overlay with orange box containing text about community programs and pillars of work.
Group of young people at a party, smiling, dancing, and taking photos together in a gymnasium or event hall.
Group of six young adults standing in front of a backdrop with the logos 'Chime' and 'for Oak Cliff,' posing for a photo at an event, with some holding gift cards.
Four young girls with braided hair and wearing casual summer clothing are gathered outdoors in a park with green trees. They are having a conversation, some making eye contact, with one girl in the center being embraced by another girl. The scene app
A young girl with glasses and braids, wearing a green sweatshirt and jeans, smiling and holding decorated foam craft projects in a classroom or activity center. Other children and adults are working on similar projects at tables behind her.
Table filled with various toys, board games, and plush animals at a toy giveaway event, with colorful balloons and a sign that reads 'Party Central' in the background.
Group of children at a social gathering, some making peace signs, in an indoor setting with framed pictures on the wall.
A group of young African American kids and teenagers in a roller skating rink, with two boys actively arguing or having an intense conversation while the others watch.
A young woman with glasses and braided hair smiling at a community service event, surrounded by boxes filled with supplies.
Two smiling children holding hands and leaning on a white frame, roller skating indoors on a wooden floor, with other children roller skating in the background.
A girl smiling and making a peace sign at a roller skating rink, holding tan roller skates with orange wheels. She wears a light denim jacket, white Nike shirt, and light-colored pants with heart patterns. There are people and colorful decorations in
A woman wearing a Santa hat roller skating with a young girl in an walker at an indoor roller rink, with other children and adults in the background.
Four people sitting on chairs on stage during a panel discussion, with microphones in hand, in front of a blank white screen.
A young girl holding a transparent backpack filled with school supplies, standing in front of tables filled with backpacks at a community event or donation drive under a large tent.
People at a table filled with backpacks at a charitable event, some favoring children, in a large tent
Group of seven young adults posing outdoors in front of a decorative juneteenth sign, a horse statue, and greenery at a Juneteenth celebration, with tents and other people in the background.
Group of seven young people standing outdoors in front of a themed Juneteenth backdrop with trees, balloons, a horse figure, and tents, celebrating Juneteenth.
Four women standing in front of a green and black van with the 'For Oaf Life' logo, smiling, outdoors, with a yellow umbrella and trees in the background.
A group of five children and one adult smiling for the camera at an outdoor event on a colorful court, holding backpacks, with a chain-link fence and other people in the background.
Two children standing in front of a large archway banner for the 10th Annual Back to School Festival, with others and a bounce house in the background. The banner is decorated with school-themed illustrations such as pencils, a backpack, and a crayon
Group of people holding Oak Cliff merchandise, standing in front of a step-and-repeat backdrop with the Oak Cliff logo.
Two men standing outdoors in front of a wooden display of shoes on shelves, with one man touching his chest and the other looking at him, both wearing casual T-shirts.
A diverse group of children and adults on stage at an outdoor event, with many raising their hands. There is a woman with a microphone and someone taking pictures in front. A large screen behind displays colorful graphics and the number 10, with a ba
A man singing into a microphone with Christmas trees and red balloons in the background, decorated for a holiday event.
A man and woman sitting at a red table with a holiday-themed centerpiece of red roses and greenery, in front of red curtains.


OUR YEAR IN REVIEW: 2024

Poster titled "Out of School-Time Programs" describing extracurricular, summer, and after-school programs at Oak Cliff, featuring photos of children engaging in music and outdoor activities. Highlighted sections include "Sound Box" led by DJ illTommie with students exploring DJing, and "Beacon Hill" mission for holistic child development with photos of children, including a smiling girl and a boy writing at a desk.
A collage of images showcasing girl scout activities and events, including a bar graph of attendance at various programs, girl scouts engaging in art and classroom activities, and children enjoying swimming in a pool.
A graphical presentation about facility enhancements at a community campus, including a basketball court, trees, and infrastructure upgrades, with donation and project impact details.
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WHO IS FOR OAK CLIFF?

Timeline chart for Oak Cliff history, covering key events from August 15th, 2015 to April 2nd, 2022, with years marked along a horizontal line and descriptions of events above and below the line, with icons of city buildings, hands, a bee, and a light bulb.

WHO WE SERVE

Map of the OakCliff area highlighting local schools, libraries, recreational centers, parks, and community landmarks.

A superblock is a neighborhood sectioned off by certain boundaries such as streets or highways. Within this superblock is a center or main meeting place that gives back to the community. For Oak Cliff serves as the collective impact backbone for the 75216 Superblock, in which we aim to work hand in hand with community members to create culturally relevant programming!

Children and adults participating in a team-building activity on a basketball court decorated with balloons, with the Dallas Mavericks logo on the floor.
Group of five people in a swimming pool, some making hand gestures and smiling, with two of them wearing life jackets.
A man with sunglasses and a beard holding a young girl, both outdoors at a sunny event with trees and people in the background.
Two children wearing face masks look at a large map and photo display board at an outdoor community event.
A group of children sitting in a circle on a grassy field, drinking water, and engaging in conversation.
Three children holding black sweatshirts with green and white text that reads 'For Oak Christmas Skate Party' at an indoor skating rink decorated with colorful balloons.
Three young girls with braided hair and backpacks at an outdoor event, smiling and making peace signs, with other people and booths in background.
Group of children at a social gathering, some making peace signs and holding snacks, in an art gallery or exhibit space.
A woman and a young girl smiling at a festive indoor event, wearing face masks around their necks, with colorful decorations and other people in the background.

Licensing and Regulatory Notice

This program is not regulated, licensed, or registered by Dallas County Child Care Regulation (CCR). Participation in this program is voluntary, and services are provided outside the scope of CCR-regulated child care operations. The program maintains its own policies, procedures, and safety standards to support participants and their families.

For questions regarding program operations, supervision, or safety practices, please contact For Oak Cliff program administration directly.