Mission

The mission of George Bannerman Dealey is to provide an exemplary education that develops and empowers all students to become productive citizens in our global society.

Greetings Dealey Community! Happy Sunday!🌞

Thank you for a great week last week! It was nice to see and visit with all the parents at the Coffee with the Principal on Wednesday. We appreciate you all! We have a very busy week here at Dealey. On Wednesday 4/10/24 , we will begin official STAAR testing. We are also excited about tomorrow’s Solar Eclipse event. Thank you to the Dealey parents and guardians that have agreed to volunteer tomorrow.

Solar Eclipse Parent/Guardian Check In:

1. All parents/guardians will check in at the main office. Please schedule to arrive before 11:30 am so that all check ins can be completed by 12:00 pm. When parents arrive on campus, please bring your State ID/Drivers License for Raptor approval.

2. All parents were asked to RSVP with your child’s home room or advisory teacher. All teachers have already submitted their RSVPs to the main office.

3. Parents were asked to also submit Voly to enter campus tomorrow. All parents/guardians over the age of 18 must be approved on Voly, be listed on PowerSchool and approved on Raptor.

4. We have already completed the parent/guardian approval list. All parents/guardians must be on the approval list to enter campus tomorrow. This is a non-negotiable request . If you still need approval or have questions about your approval, please email Ms. Gonzalez-Johnson immediately at krgonzalez@dallasisd.org.

5. After checking in the front office, please visit Mrs. Simmons in the front foyer for directions and the location of your student’s class. Please go to the location provided and assist the teacher as needed with actively monitoring students.

6. All parents must have their own Solar eclipse glasses for tomorrow’s event.

Dealey Solar Eclipse Announcements:

1. UPDATE-We will only cancel Solar Eclipse activities in the event of rain only. In the case of Overcast, Cloudy , etc. we will still have our activities. 🎊 Please communicate your Overcast/Cloudy weather plans with parents immediately.

2. GroupMe will be the official communications channel during the Solar Eclipse for Dealey staff.

3. Tomorrow, Monday April 8, 2024 is a Free Dress Day for all students and staff. (Space theme, Solar Eclipse theme or Free Dress/Spirit Day.) This includes jeans and athletic shoes. Pajamas are not allowed.

4. Mrs. Simmons will be our logistics manager tomorrow. She will have a station in the front foyer giving parents directions to their students. Teachers will keep her updated of all class movement throughout the day.

5. When parents arrive, they will be directed to their student’s location on campus. (Classroom, Lunch, Recess, Specials, etc.)

6.All Opt -Out students will be in the library with a Dealey staff member.

7. When will we wear our solar glasses?

Dealey Montessori and International Academy located in Dallas, Texas is within the Solar eclipse “path of totality”.

Viewers MUST be within the path of totality to witness the total phase of the eclipse; if you are off the path by even a mile, you will only see a partial eclipse, and miss out on the daytime darkness. Furthermore, the closer you are to the center of the path of totality, the longer totality will last for you.

Note: Totality is the ONLY TIME when it is safe to view the sun without protective eyewear like certified solar eclipse glasses. You must protect your eyes during the entire partial phase of the eclipse, no matter where you are.

Students will be closely monitored and assisted by Dealey staff and approved parent/guardian volunteers.

8. All students are asked to bring a blanket and water bottle for the Solar Eclipse event.

Dealey Parent University on YouTube

This week’s Parent University is a YouTube video of the official Dealey Solar Eclipse Plan for Monday, April 8, 2024. LINK : https://youtu.be/yask7Y91Ias If you have any additional topics or questions, here is the link to submit those requests.

http://tiny.cc/ParentUQuestions

STAAR Testing Dates:

Please see the calendar and chart below for our April STAAR Testing Dates. We are asking that all students get a good nights sleep and arrive with a fully charged laptop on testing days. Thanks for your support!

🗓️Reminder- Meetings with the Principal 🗓️

I am dedicated to always providing you with an upgraded experience here at Dealey. Therefore, please be reminded that all Dealey principal meeting requests are handled by Ms. Johnson in the main office. You may email her at krgonzalez@dallasisd.org or call her 972-794-8400.

She’s happy to help!

I can’t wait to meet with you!

Dealey Student Intent to Return for 24-25

We are currently working to identify available slots for the 2024-2025 school year. Fill out this form to let us know if your child will be returning to Dealey next year. Please complete this form by April 12th, 2024.Please note: This is not registration for next school year. Registration will open up April 2024. Please complete this form for each of your children currently enrolled in grades PK-7.

https://forms.gle/42JMn8NcV3x3Zt7A8

Dealey Montessori Academy Individual Spring Expression pictures

They are gorgeous and available to view online at our Gallery!

Class & Groups are also available for purchase online (no preview available).

Please visit myschoolpicture.com, Click Gallery at the top, Type "George B Dealey Academy", follow the prompts. Once you have selected your choices, choose "Buy now" or "already placed an order" or click below.

View Pictures at Online Gallery CLICK HERE.

Ver imágenes en la galería en línea HAGA CLIC AQUI

Zero Tolerance Policy on Hate Speech

Our school mission states we provide an exemplary Montessori education that empowers all students to become productive citizens in our global society. Here at Dealey, we have a zero tolerance policy for any form of hate speech stemmed from negative biases. All students that are using any form (race, religious, etc.) are placed on mandatory in person parent conference and issued additional actions (consequences) in accordance with the Dallas ISD Student Code of Conduct. You will receive a notice from the Dealey Dignity Center regarding all discipline escalated to the Assistant Principal and/or Principal’s office.

A very special thank you to the parents that have already completed these mandated parent conferences. Your support is paramount and we look forward to our continued partnership with your family.

Be the first to order your yearbook!

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A076317

Calendar

• Monday, April 8, 2024- Solar Eclipse Day -View Video and Plan in Video Description Box
• Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - STAAR Reading Grades 3-8
• Thursday, April 11, 2024-Thursday, April 18, 2024- SBDM Online Election
• Friday, April 12, 2024 - 2024-2025 Student Intent to Return Form Due
• Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - STAAR Science 5, Science 8 & US Studies 8
• Wednesday, April 24, 2024- STAAR Math 3-6, Math 8 & Algebra
• Wednesday, April 24, 2024-Administrative Professionals Day (Front Office Staff)
  
• Thursday, April 25, 2024 - Theatre Production "RED" @ 6PM
• Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - New Family Night at 5:30 PM on Zoom (Informative Event)
• Sunday, May 5, 2024 - New Family Picnic at Dealey (Social Event)

Sincerely,

Amber Garrett, Principal

Office- 972-794-8409

amgarrett@dallasisd.org

When will we wear our solar glasses?

Dealey Montessori and International Academy located in Dallas, Texas is within the Solar eclipse “path of totality”. Note: Totality is the ONLY TIME when it is safe to view the sun without protective eyewear like certified solar eclipse glasses. You must protect your eyes during the entire partial phase of the eclipse, no matter where you are. Students will be closely monitored and assisted by Dealey staff and approved parent/guardian volunteers.

UPDATE 3/30/24

Dallas ISD Volt -Volunteer Application - Due April 5, 2024

https://dallasisd.voly.org/

Dealey Solar Eclipse Plan (Word Doc)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aQII3Az0NmhWwi0eJKwgenYfnNZzlc2ZMFMZcmwuHC4/edit?usp=sharing

Link to this Google Slide Presentation:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/11IDuuKrvH-xBUK99Xx48_-dWCitdpO_FxnD-m9bfYy0/edit?usp=sharing

Amazon Wish List

Glow in the Dark/UV beads

Elastic for bracelets

100 pack Glow in the Dark bracelets

Glow in the Dark Poster Paint

Parental Opt Out Letter

https://drive.google.com/file/d/15AMLXzKVSlU6RMhSP29W96y_I_frtfNY/view?usp=sharing

UPDATE (2/25/24)

The solar viewing glasses from the Perot Museum of Nature and Science have arrived, and we will start delivering them to campuses tomorrow morning! It’s going to take some time for my staff and I to divide them up for each school and central staff department and for our delivery driver to deliver them, but they are on the way so please be on the lookout for them at your campus. They will arrive in a paper bag or box that will have your name on it and someone at the school will need to sign for them.

Once you have your glasses, please store them in a secure location until you use them on April 8, 2024. Consider the following factors when storing your glasses:

• Temperature: Extreme temperatures can adversely affect the materials used in eclipse glasses. Please keep them in a room-temperature environment.
• Moisture: Humidity can damage the solar filters. Store the glasses in a place with low humidity.
• Light: While not a crucial as temperature or moisture, it is a good idea to keep your glasses in a dark place to help maintain the integrity of the filters.

For more information on storing and using solar eclipse glasses safely visit:

• NASA - Solar Eclipse Safety
• NASA Eclipse Flyer - English
• NASA Eclipse Flyer - Spanish
• AAS.org - How to View a Solar Eclipse Safely
• Rice University - Safe Eclipse Observing

Additional Instructional Supports

The team at NASA’s Neurodiversity Network has recently developed an Eclipse Guide for Neurodiverse Learners in preparation for the eclipse. We are requesting that campus leaders share this information with teachers that work with students who have autism. One of the Neurodiversity Network’s team members, Dr. Ariana Riccio, is leading the effort to partner with schools on teaching STEM concepts. Schools or participating classrooms interested in this partnership would have completely free and full access to curriculum support from NASA-funded heliophysicists and specialists in curriculum design for students with autism. For more information, please contact Michelle Brown, Special Education Director, at micbrown@dallasisd.org or 972-581-4343.

I created a Solar Eclipses website that you may share with teachers and students to make the most of this learning experience. It includes safety information, websites, videos, and lessons and activities (broken down by grade band and in English and Spanish) that you can use to plan for the total solar eclipse.

Solar Eclipses

(ORIGINAL MESSAGE)

On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will sweep across Texas and be observed in the DFW area. In an effort to provide students with a safe opportunity to view the eclipse, The Perot Museum of Nature and Science will provide all Dallas ISD students and staff with a free pair of solar viewing glasses. Dealey has already submitted our order for glasses for all staff and students. We are so excited about our Dealey Solar Eclipse Day!

Instructional Supports

The team at NASA’s Neurodiversity Network has recently developed an Eclipse Guide for Neurodiverse Learners in preparation for the eclipse. We are requesting that campus leaders share this information with teachers that work with students who have autism.

The STEM Environmental Education Center has created resources that campuses may share with teachers and students to make the most of this learning experience.

• Website: Solar Eclipse Resources
• Infographic: Types of Solar Eclipses
• DIY: Make Your Own Eclipse Viewer
• Safety: AAS.org - How to View a Solar Eclipse Safely

Campus teams are encouraged to post observations and pictures of the total solar eclipse to Twitter and use the hashtag #DallasISDEclipses. Campuses may also tag the STEM Environmental Education Center using the following Twitter handles: @disdstemscience and @disdeec.

What does SBDM do?

Dealey’s Site-Based Decision Making Committee (SBDM) serves as an advisory council to the Principal. Every public school in Texas has an SBDM to help the Principal achieve school goals. The SBDM is comprised of the campus Principal, teachers, school staff, parents, and business/community representatives.

SBDM works with the Principal to address issues identified by the Principal in support of the Campus Improvement Plan. The Principal is responsible for and makes final decisions on the instructional and operational functions of the campus. But the SBDM is her partner in helping the school achieve success.

SBDM works with the Principal of several areas of school governance, including::

· Monitoring progress on Campus Needs Assessment/Campus Improvement Plan

· Academic progress

· Safety and Security

· Strategically marketing Dealey to existing and new families

· Ensuring community health and wellbeing (will focus on middle school next year)

· Diversity, equity, and inclusion

SBDM is a great opportunity to get directly involved in helping Dealey achieve great outcomes for our students and families.

Election Info

Parent, business, and community representative members of SBDM are elected by the Dealey parent base or are nominated by the Principal. There will be two openings, each serving a two-year term to commence on June 1st, 2024. If you would like to be added to the ballot, please fill out the online form at the web address below by April 5, 2024. The online election will run April 11-18, 2024.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUPG3X8kmyR_1EPSaB0THiZLZI7WDGfvG57XXNiVd5dOKoFw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Hey parents! Champions Enrollment for the 2024–2025 school year is officially OPEN!

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Step into the captivating realm of Art on a Spectrum, where your child’s creative journey unfolds amidst the dynamic landscape of artistic ingenuity and craftsmanship.

In this innovative program, your child will delve into a myriad of expressive avenues including painting, drawing, and imaginative exploration, as each weekly project unveils their artistic acumen.

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The month of March is historically when we celebrate and talk about the power of #TheatreInOurSchools every single day. And yet, we can advocate for its inclusion all year long!

Join us and thousands of students and theatre educators to raise awareness of the benefits of theatre education. Together we can draw attention to the need for more access to theatre education for all students. Help spread the message to your communities—friends, family, social media followers, school boards, elected officials, and more—that theatre education teaches vital 21st-century skills critical to success on and off the stage!

Here is a great video to promote the arts- It is our month 🙂

https://youtu.be/5_JdEDyeaR4?si=GBvWMN8t9qK72BmO

https://youtu.be/Ji682h4uA2s?si=kinW2RxT_7JqDyR9

Our next production is "Totally Red" on April 26, 2024.

Night time show times are coming soon. Theater will be wearing their shirts on Tuesday, Friday and all show.

7th.8th Grade Theatre Sign Up

It is the sign up link for theatre 1(kids who have never taken theatre) 7/8th grade students ONLY. (Students must login to their Dallas ISD Google account)

https://forms.gle/ZLKBns7BadHoZH5y7

(Only staff and students can access the form, please contact Ms. Powell (wepowell@dallasisd.org) directly if you need sign up assistance.)

SchooLinks is a college and career readiness program that helps K-12th grade students discover their interests and strength, explore colleges and careers, and create a personal graduation plan that best reflects their post-secondary goals.

• The district mandates that kindergarteners choose one to three jobs they are interested in. This must be completed in Clever. Tablets are required for students complete this task.

• Based on the shared schedule, my goal is to work with small groups in my office. Please be aware that the timeline could change depending on how soon I can finish working with each group.----------------------------------

Working Together: Kindness, Acceptance, Inclusion

Crista A. Morales

Professional School Counselor

George B. Dealey Montessori Academy

Office: 972-794-8420

Email: crimorales@dallasisd.org

https://www.txpta.org/reflections-participation

All Students- Every student needs a transportation form filled out. Thanks!

https://tinyurl.com/dealeytransport2324

Bus Riders Only- Please use this Dealey Transportation GroupMe if your child rides the bus.

https://sites.google.com/dallasisd.org/dealeygt/home

Class Dojo is your one-stop shop for 1-on-1 communication with your child's teacher, classroom updates, school-wide updates, and individual progress updates! Class Dojo is FREE - there is no need to pay or upgrade the membership.

The new Texas Assessment Family Portal was launched on January 2, 2023, and is available for parents to view test scores for the Texas Assessment Program. The portal can be accessed via the Texas Assessment.gov website, https://www.TXFamilyPortal.org, or the easiest way by using the single sign-on feature in PowerSchool at www.dallasisd.powerschool.com/public

House Bill 114 will become effective Sept. 1, 2023:

Any student caught with a vape device on campus, within 300 feet of school property, or at a school-sponsored event, must be placed in DAEP.

Learn more below.

https://thehub.dallasisd.org/.../dallas-isd-trustees.../

About Us

As one of the best schools in Dallas, we provide an exemplary Montessori education that empowers all students to become productive citizens in our global society.

6501 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, USA

Principal -Amber Garrett

amgarrett@dallasisd.org

972) 794-8400

dallasisd.org/dealey

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