I'm thrilled to share that our Yondr rollout this week was a resounding success! Thanks to the hard work and coordination from our staff, we seamlessly distributed Yondr pouches to our students with minimal disruptions. Our students adapted quickly, and the positive impact on our school environment is already noticeable. A huge thank you to everyone involved for making this transition smooth and effective. Together, we're creating a more focused and engaged learning environment!

Please see below for all things BA Week 5!

THIRD "Fast Lane" Entrance Opens on Monday!

Yondr and Cell Phone Policy Updates

Lockdown & Severe Weather Drills in Advisory

University of Chicago Night

Senior Parent Meeting

Cohort Meetings During Advisory

Homecoming Parade

New Morning Fast Lane Entrance Starting Monday

To help speed up morning arrival, we’re opening a third entrance starting this Monday at 8:25 AM. This entrance will serve as a fast lane for students who meet the following requirements:

1. In full dress code (no belts or other metal on person)

2. ID badges on and visible

3. Phones turned off and secured in Yondr pouches

This fast lane is designed to help students enter the building more efficiently while still ensuring all school protocols are met. Please remind your child to be ready so they can take advantage of this quick entry option!

Doors will open at 8:25AM all week

• 📱 Daily expectations for YONDR (taken from the BAHSLA Cell Phone Policy (BAHSLA Cell Phone Policy)

  • Daily Process:

    • Arrival: Students must turn off their phones, place them in Yondr pouches in front of staff, and store the pouches in their backpacks.
    • Throughout the Day: Phones, AirBuds, and smartwatches must remain in the Yondr pouches, with no access during the school day unless approved by an administrator.
    • Dismissal: Students unlock their pouches at designated exit locations to retrieve their phones before leaving.

    Violations and Consequences:

    • Parent Contact via Email parents will be emailed using the email that they shared with their student during Advisory lessons. If a parent does not have an email on file, we will send an email to the one in PowerSchool.
    • Unauthorized Phone Use: Repercussions range from parent pickup on the first offense to a $15 fee and Level I referral on the fourth offense, with additional consequences for repeated violations.
    • Pouch Damage: Damaged pouches incur fees starting at $20 and escalate with repeated offenses, leading to Level I referrals and potential DAEP referral after multiple infractions.

    Forgotten Pouches:

  • If a student forgets their pouch, their phone will be collected, and parents will be notified. The student is allowed to forget their pouch twice before it is considered lost, after which further consequences apply.

  
  

  Once pouches or phones have been collected, please allow the next business day for pickup. Our office staff needs ample time to collect, contact, and store the items properly. Pickup times are from 9:15AM - 4:30PM

  
  

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.

1st and 5th period tardy sweeps will occur this week.

To support the Yondr pouch implementation, the school will continue to open early for this week. 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.

On Monday, September 9th, during advisory, we will conduct both lockdown and severe weather drills. These drills are a critical part of our safety procedures, designed to ensure that all students and staff know exactly what to do in the event of an emergency. The "I Love You Guys" Foundation provides the foundation for these protocols, which focus on simple, clear actions that can help save lives. Participation is crucial to make sure we’re all prepared to respond quickly and effectively, keeping everyone safe. Thank you for taking these drills seriously!

Cohort Class Meetings Next Week

Attention all students! We’re excited to announce that our cohort class meetings are scheduled for next week. These meetings are a great opportunity to connect with your classmates, discuss important upcoming events, and get all the information you need for a successful school year. Make sure to attend your class meeting to stay informed and engaged with what's happening at BA. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

The school year is underway, and we're gearing up for our annual homecoming parade on Saturday, September 14!

We're looking for community partners to share their support and help drive the success of this vibrant event, showcasing the strength and diversity of the Bryan Adams vertical team of 12 schools.

https://ptsabryanadams.square.site/

We truly appreciate your support

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

Yondr Pouch (regardless of cell phone status)

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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