As we roll out Yondr this week, we'll be opening doors early to ensure students have ample time to get through the new process smoothly and start their day on time. Let's work together to make this transition seamless and keep our focus on learning!

Please see below for all things BA Week 4!

Yondr Rollout IS HERE! See below for very important and DETAILED information

Tardy Sweeps & Dress Code Enforcement BEGINS

Cougar Kick Off & Yearbook Signing Night

On Tuesday, September 3rd, our doors will open at 8:15 AM to assist with the lines and morning arrival. Please note that we will follow a different schedule on Tuesday and Wednesday, with additional time added to 5th & 1st periods.

Doors will open at 8:15AM all week

• 📱 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.

  
  

Cougar Family, I sent out an email earlier this week regarding metal detector settings to enhance security and safety. This process took much longer than expected, and I apologize for the lengthy processes. We are still conducting tardy sweeps this week to ensure students arrive to class on time.

However, we will not implement 1st or 5th period tardy sweeps during our Yondr two day rollout.

To support the Yondr pouch implementation, the school will open early for the next two weeks. This early opening will help students get through the security process and to class promptly. We will reevaluate our arrival time after the full implementation of Yondr. Your cooperation is appreciated as we work to create a safe and timely school environment.

Our students have been doing an excellent job following the dress code—thank you for your cooperation and commitment! As we continue to focus on maintaining our standards, please note that we will not participate in dress-up days for Attendance Awareness Week. However, get ready for some fun in two weeks when we celebrate Homecoming with special dress-up days. Let’s keep up the great work and continue to show pride in our school community!

The BA Uniform is described as the following:

BA Polo w/ Crest

Black or Khaki Bottoms

Closed-Toe Shoes

Current ID Badge**starts this week

Yondr Pouch (regardless of cell phone status)**starts this week

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.

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.

ALL STUDENTS HAVE BEEN ISSUED AN ID BADGE.

High School students will be required to have their school issued student ID to enter an athletic event for which their high school is competing in.

Beginning with the 2024-2025 athletic season, high school students attending an athletic event without a parent, guardian, or other adult responsible for the student, must have a school issued student ID, the student ID must be for the high school that is competing in that event.

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
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