Principal's Message
Dear Mata family,
As the autumn leaves begin to fall on our school grounds and the festivities of Halloween draw near, we wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful PTA and our amazing school community for making our recent Trunk or Treat event an immense success. Your participation, creativity, and the joy you brought to our students truly made the event unforgettable. Thank you for your commitment to creating a memorable experience for our children!
I would also like to remind you to take this opportunity to sign up and participate in our Parent-Teacher Conferences this week. These conferences provide a valuable chance for you to connect with your teachers and gain insights into your child's academic progress, development, and goals. Please sign up for your preferred time slot to ensure you receive the attention and support your child deserves.
Finally, we invite you to join us for a warm and welcoming "Community Coffee" event, where you can enjoy a casual chat with our school administration. This gathering will provide a relaxed environment for you to ask questions, share your thoughts, and get to know the leadership team that guides our school community.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and we can't wait to see you at our Parent-Teacher Conferences and the Community Coffee event.
Warm regards,
Tomeka Middleton-Williams, Principal
PSAT for 8th Grade!
Dear Parent or Guardian,
Eduardo Mata Montessori will administer the PSAT 8/9 on October 25, 2023, to students in the 8th grade. This test is only offered on-campus, in-person with no virtual option.
The PSAT 8/9 tests the same skills and knowledge as the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, and PSAT 10—in a way that makes sense for eighth graders. It measures what they’re already learning, shows them whether they’re on track for college, and lets them know where they need the most improvement. That means students have time to tackle these areas long before they take the SAT. The following are other key benefits of the PSAT 8/9:
· It helps establish a baseline for students as they enter high school and begin preparing for college and career readiness.
· It will identify areas where students excel and may want to consider taking higher-level courses, as well as areas they should focus on to improve academically.
Please note that PSAT 8/9 scores are not sent to colleges.
Thank you!
Our Children Can Publish A Book!
Dear Parents,
We're thrilled to share exciting news with you! Our school Eduardo Mata Montessori, has been selected to take part in the National Young Authors’ Fair.
This is an amazing opportunity for our students to write, publish, and showcase their books globally, transforming them into young published authors.
Participating in this competition not only enhances their writing skills but also fosters a love for reading and writing that will last a lifetime. Each published book will serve as a cherished souvenir of their achievements.
Our students have the chance to earn various awards and recognition:
Certificates for all published authors for achieving multiple milestones
The Best-Selling Author in the State Award
Top 10 Best Authors: Jury Awards
Top 100 Best-Selling Young Author Awards
Participation in this event is entirely FREE for all students.
Please register at https://yaf.bribooks.com/us/studentv2/90295 before October 29th, 2023.
For further assistance, write to support@bribooks.com
Gun Safety
Dear Families:
While your children are in our care, our top responsibility is to provide a safe and supportive environment where all students can learn and grow. We recognize that school safety is an effort that begins at home, and under House Bill 3 (HB3), districts are now required to distribute safe firearm storage information to all parents and guardians. Throughout the year, Dallas ISD will work with parents to offer information on this safety effort.
Here are some essential gun safety tips that can help prevent accidents and keep our students safe:
● Keep Guns Locked, Unloaded and Secured: If you do own guns, invest in a quality gun safe or lockbox. Store firearms locked, unloaded, separate from ammunition, and away to prevent unauthorized access, especially by children.
● Teach Children About Gun Safety: Talk to your child about guns, even if you don't own any. Teach them to never touch a gun they find and to immediately inform an adult.
● Seek Proper Training: If you decide to own a gun, seek proper training in firearm safety and handling. Even if you don't own one, learning about firearm safety can be valuable.
● Lead by Example: As adults, we should always model responsible gun ownership and safety for our children.
Learn more and find additional resources from the Texas Department of Public Safety and Be SMART at safegunstoragetexas.com and besmartforkids.org. For details on Dallas ISD’s comprehensive safety plan, please visit dallasisd.org/safeschools. By sharing this information, we can collectively promote a culture of safety within our community. Let's work together to keep our families safe and informed.
- Immunization Compliance: Letters will be sent home with students this week who have incomplete or missing vaccination records. If you have not submitted your child’s updated immunization record, please send a copy to the nurse’s office or email it to Nurse Nikki at ltaggart@dallasisd.org. The deadline for compliance is October 31, 2023.
- Covid Policy: If your child tests positive for Covid, it is recommended to isolate for five days from the start of symptoms. Please notify Nurse Nikki of Covid-related absences. Covid testing is not offered by Dallas ISD.
- Sick Policy: If your child is not feeling well, please do not send them to school sick. Students must be fever-free for 24 hours (without fever-reducing medication), and 24 hours without vomiting or diarrhea to return to school.
- Medications: All medications must have a provider’s order on file with Dallas ISD. This includes over the counter medications and cough drops. Medication must be provided to the clinic by an adult in its original container. Students are not allowed to carry medicine to/from campus. If you would like to keep medicine at school for your child, please contact Nurse Nikki.
Check out Dallas ISD's New Bus Tracking System!
We Have a New Bus Tracking System which replaces Bus Bulletin and My Stop App.
Tenemos una aplicacion de seguimento nueva para los padres de alumnos cuales usan el autobus.
PTA is For EVERYONE!
Joining the PTA is easy and only costs $10, but the impact you make on the community is tremendous. Sign up today! (link: https://txpta.my.salesforce-sites.com/JoinPTA)
Eduardo Mata Montessori School
Email: matamontessori@dallasisd.org
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/Page/2376
Location: 7420 La Vista Drive, Dallas, TX, United States
Phone: (972)749-7500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MataMontessori/?fref=ts
Twitter: @montessorimata