Gear up with us as we get ready for a smoother school year with Yondr, as we lock in focus, crack down on tardies, and keep our campus distraction-free!

Please see below for all things BA Week 3!

Tardy Sweeps & Dress Code Enforcement BEGINS

Cougar Kick Off & Yearbook Signing Night

Technology Updates for PTECH and ONRamps

YONDR UPDATES

Athletics Schedules

Parents, we need your help!

Students must go through the following safety processes before they can enter the building:

1. Dress Code Check

2. Bag Opened and Unzipped

3. Bag Check and Metal Detector Check

4. ID Check

5. Yondr Pouch Check ** Coming Soon

Each one of these components takes time. In order to get your student in the building on time, students must be dropped off or arrive to school no later than 8:40AM. Students who report to school later than 8:40AM run the risk of tardy sweep consequences.

Tardy sweep consequences will not be deferred due to a student's lack of timeliness.

❗Tardy sweeps will be enforced this week❗

⏰ Tardy Sweeps

• Overview:
  • Tardy sweeps begin this week; be on time to avoid consequences.
  • Randomized times keep everyone on their toes—no warnings!
• Consequences:
  • Immediate detention for tardies during sweeps.
  • Three tardy infractions will result in further disciplinary action.

Students who arrive late due to a late bus will receive a tardy pass for 1st/5th period.

As a reminder, the morning arrival information is listed in week 1 of the BA Bulletin LINKED HERE.

All students in PTECH and OnRamps have received or will receive their Laptops this week. These specialized programs require laptops instead of Chromebooks.

All students must complete the Technology Use Agreement in order to take their devices home.

Please take a moment to fill out the agreement by following this link: Technology Use Agreement.

Important Notes:

This agreement is mandatory for all students.

Devices will not be allowed to leave the school OR be allowed for home use until the agreement is completed.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Your cooperation helps us provide the best learning experience for your child.

Over the last several months, we have been gearing up for the Yondr system at Bryan Adams High School. The Yondr system is designed to create a phone-free educational environment, enhancing focus and reducing distractions for our students.

The detailed rollout & plan was featured in Week 1 of the BA Bulletin. You can access that here.

As we enter into Week 3 of our three week roll out plan, we are excited to say that our Yondr pouches have been DELIVERED! As we gear up for the implementation of Yondr Pouches at BA, here is what you need to know:

• Week 3: Advisory Lessons on Yondr

  Dates: August 26 - August 30

• Students will receive advisory lessons on how to use the Yondr pouches at Bryan Adams.
• Students will understand the expectations for Yondr Pouches and cell phone expectations at Bryan Adams

• 📱 Expectations for YONDR

  • Daily Use:
    • All students must place their phones in Yondr pouches at the beginning of the day.
    • Pouches remain locked until the final bell unless otherwise approved by administration.
  • Classroom Procedures:
    • Phones should be out of sight and out of mind during instructional time.
    • Teachers will enforce Yondr policy consistently.
    • Emergency use must go through the office.

  🚫 Cell Phone Policy (BAHSLA Cell Phone Policy)

  • Reminders:
    • Phones must be in Yondr pouches throughout the day.
    • Unauthorized use of phones results in a disciplinary action.
    • Parents should contact the office for urgent messages.

  
  

Students must be on time to every class, every day. Students will utilize our new hallpass system to request to go to the bathroom, nurse, etc. Each teacher will be given a vest that corresponds with their classroom number and floor. Students must utilize the bathroom that correspond with their floor. Students may not receive passes during the following times: the first and last 15 minutes of every class period, advisory, and lunches. Students may use the bathroom during their specific lunch shift. Please note, the hall pass limits do not apply to true emergency situations.

Students must be in dress code each day. Students not in dress code will be given a loaner shirt and a lanyard to wear. Student must provide an item of collateral (i.e., cell phone) to borrow the shirt, Students may return the shirts at the end of the day and receive their collateral.

Students who continue to violate the dress code policy will receive disciplinary consequences.

If you are experiencing a financial hardship, please contact your cohort AP. The administration will locate resources for you.

The administration team implemented a 10-day Dress Code and ID plan that started on August 12th.

The BA Uniform is described as the following:

BA Polo w/ Crest

Black or Khaki Bottoms

Closed-Toe Shoes

Current ID Badge** Coming Soon

Yondr Pouch (regardless of cell phone status)** Coming Soon

At BA we are proud of our uniform and the image that our students portray when they walk through the doors every day. When students are dressed as leaders, their mindset is elevated.

Additionally, this is a safety piece. The uniform and ID badge prove to us that they are BA students, and that they belong on our campus.

The 10-day plan was design so that students and families could have time to purchase the items required and receive their ID badges.

Starting August 26th, all students without the proper required dress code items will be subject to a dress code violation.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure learning environment, all students are required to wear their school IDs at all times while on campus. This policy helps us ensure the safety and security of all students, staff, and visitors.

Over 1,800 students have been issued an ID badge in advisory. We have about 200 students without an ID badge picture. Those without an ID badge will go straight to the library to get one upon arrival next week. ID badges will have last year's picture (Freshmen will take their picture at Cub Camp this week) on them. Students may request a new picture and purchase an additional badge for a $5 fee.

**If a student did not complete their sophomore Defense or does not have the required grade level credits, their ID will will reflect their previous grade level. Students must complete their Defense and/or recuperate their credits to receive a new badge.

Starting September 3rd, all students without an ID badge will be subject to a dress code violation.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

safoster@dallasisd.org

Jeffrey Yerger, Assistant Principal, Fine Arts, Facilities, Electives

jyerger@dallasisd.org

Shawnette Bryant, Assistant Principal, ELA/ESOL, 9th Grade

shawbryant@dallasisd.org

Danielle Gerhart, Assistant Principal, Science, NAF, 10th Grade

danijones@dallasisd.org

Tracy Reed, Assistant Principal, Social Studies, SPED, 11th Grade

trareed@dallasisd.org

Adrian Echevarria, Assistant Principal, Math, World Languages, 12th Grade

eechevarria@dallasisd.org

Joan McCoo, Assistant Principal, PTECH, CTE

jmccoo@dallasisd.org

Email: safoster@dallasisd.org
Location: 2101 Millmar Drive, Dallas, TX, USA
Phone: 972-502-4900
Facebook: facebook.com/bryanadamshighschool
Twitter: @bryanadamsHSLA