The Eagles Landing
The Community Newsletter for DESA (Nov 11-Nov 15)
Dear DESA Family,
I hope this message finds you well as we embrace another busy and productive time of the school year. It’s inspiring to see the dedication, enthusiasm, and hard work from our students, teachers, and families, all of whom make DESA a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Celebrating Achievements
We are proud of our students’ recent achievements in chess, debate, and E-sports. Their efforts, resilience, and commitment to excellence are a testament to the support they receive from you at home and from our dedicated staff. Let’s celebrate these moments of success and encourage our students to keep striving!
Upcoming Events
I’d like to remind you of several upcoming events that offer fantastic opportunities for involvement and celebration:
- PTSA After-School Snacks Fundraiser: Wednesday, November 13th
- Open House for potential 6th & 7th graders: Thursday, November 14th 5:00 – 6:30p.m.
- UIL Theater Performance: November 14th
- Townview Tour Field Trip (8th Graders): November 21st
- Magnet Application Period: November 1st – January 31st
We encourage you to attend these events and engage with our school community, as your presence makes a meaningful impact on our students.
Community Engagement
Your partnership is crucial to our school’s success. Please consider volunteering for upcoming events, joining our Parent-Teacher Association (PTSA), or simply reaching out to share your ideas. We welcome your feedback and insights as we continue to strengthen our school community.
Thank you for your unwavering support and trust in us as we guide your children through their educational journey. Together, we’re making DESA a place where students are encouraged to dream, learn, and achieve.
Warm regards,
Principal Whitney
Leslie Colunga
6th Grade
Leslie works hard in all of her classes, always with a positive attitude. She is a creative thinker and an amazing artist. Her talent shines through on her classwork and independent projects. leslie is king to others and is always willing to lend a helping hand to her classmates or teachers. leslie is inquisitive- always asking insightful questions and exploring new ideas. You are amazing. leslie!
Luis Cornelio-Soriano
7th Grade
"Congratulations
to our Student of the Week!
We are thrilled to celebrate Luis Cornelio-Soriano for his outstanding achievements and dedication this week. He consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to help classmates. His contributions to class discussions and enthusiasm for learning inspire everyone around him. We appreciate Luis for setting a great example and all the hard work he put into his studies. Keep up the fantastic work, Luis! We are proud to have you as part of our school!!!!!
This past week we read Maria de Flor is about a girl named Maria who was born with a beautiful birthmark in the shape of a flower. Her cousin hears stories about maria and dreams that she visits her family in Oaxaca on the Day of the Dead.
Our Literacy class gets to read each week a different book in English and Spanish, discuss/ask questions about the book and review Vocabulary. Each book has an activity that involves their family and background. They also receive homework that helps them practice their english. It is a very nice experience. We all have fun! If you wish to attend you are welcome to.
Common Sense Campaign
November 11- December 19
Our Goal is:
$ 5,000
The Common Sense Program teaches students awareness of community needs. It involves students in community giving and promotes community service. The program enables students to choose any local non-profit to support allowing them the power to lead the charge in giving back to their own communities.
Free Turkeys
📅 Date: Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
🕒 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 Location: 3837 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas, TX 75241
📝 Clients Register Here: https://conta.cc/3C8u9ca
Oncor Kids Race
Details for the race are:
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11 am
Location: Dallas City Hall Plaza
1500 Marilla St.
Dallas, TX 75201
Student Registration: https://bit.ly/Student_Registration_Waiver
Oncor Kids Race
It’s that time of year to prepare to attend the annual Oncor Kids Race!
This event is free for Dallas ISD students, families, and staff. It is a great opportunity to build community and encourage physical fitness while enjoying entertainment, snacks, and the outdoors.
Transportation is free for students and volunteers. All race coordinators will receive a sponsored free jacket and a chance to win physical education prizes for their school.
(972)749-4482
Ms. Hairgrove
6th Grade Chair
Ms. Lawrence
7th Grade Chair
Mrs. Aponte
8th Grade Chair
Tameka Whitney
Principal
Ernesto Delgado
Vice Principal
Brenda Thomas
Counselor
Make sure to sign up and take advantage of all the programs they are going to offer.
As we enter our new school year, we want to ensure all students are present receiving instruction daily. According to Texas State law (Texas Education Agency, 2024), each student must be in attendance 90 percent of the days the class is offered. The implementation of the Attendance for Credit Initiative is to ensure that all students are in attendance 90 percent of the time a class is offered to certify successful accrual of credit or final grade. At times, students will be eligible at the end of the term as dates continue accruing until the end of the six weeks or semester. Some students have received truancy notices or a notice regarding attendance for credit. Truancy and attendance for credit are two completely different things, students receive a truancy notice once they have accumulated three unexcused absences, attendance for credit is for students that have excessive absences in any class. Truancy can be avoided by ensuring that excuse notes are provided for absences, please remember to send in excuse notes when students are absent, students can bring them to the office or notes can be emailed to Ms. Washington at mwashington@dallasisd.org
Follow DESA on X!
Email: twhitney@dallasisd.org
Location: Dallas Environmental Science Academy
3531 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75212
Phone: (972) 794-3950