The Community Champion Chronicle

Lang Families and Community,

As we approach the end of January, we want to take a moment to celebrate and thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we are moving with urgency and purpose as we work each day to build Champions at Lang. 🏆 Your trust, encouragement, and collaboration make a powerful difference in the success of our students.

❄️ Weather Update

A winter storm is expected this weekend, and we are closely monitoring weather conditions. Please continue to check your email, phone messages, and campus communications for updates regarding school operations. Student and staff safety remains our top priority, and we will keep our Lang families informed as new information becomes available. Stay safe and warm. ❄️💜

The Power of Weekly Learning Checks

At Lang, students participate in weekly PowerDOLs (learning checks) designed to monitor learning and guide instruction. These assessments help teachers identify strengths, address gaps, and respond quickly to student needs.
📊 The power is in the data—when we use it consistently, we strengthen instruction and maximize student growth.

Aggressive Monitoring & Targeted Support

Teachers use aggressive monitoring trackers to closely follow student progress and provide timely interventions. This intentional approach ensures students receive the support they need, when they need it. Consistency, focus, and follow-through remain key to our success.

Commitment to Our Golden Students 🌟

We are deeply committed to pushing our Golden students toward achieving Meets and Masters performance levels. Through targeted instruction, small-group support, and high expectations, we believe every student can rise—and we will continue to push with purpose and heart.

📅 SMC Testing Dates Are Approaching

Official SMC testing dates are coming soon, and preparation is well underway. Every instructional moment counts. Our focus remains on maintaining grade-level rigor, strengthening confidence, and ensuring students are fully prepared for success.

Mark Your Calendars!

Spring Parent Conference Night – Middle School
🗓 Tuesday, January 27, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Parent Conference Night is a valuable opportunity to connect with teachers, review student progress, celebrate achievements, and partner on next steps for success. We look forward to welcoming our families to campus.

Thank you for your continued partnership and belief in Lang. Together, we are creating a strong, supportive learning community where students are challenged, celebrated, and empowered to succeed.

Together, we build Champions—today and always. 🏆💜

Warm regards,

Jessica Weems
Principal, Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School

💜💛🏆 United in Growth. Driven by Grit. Destined for Greatness.

Familias y Comunidad de Lang,

Al acercarnos al final de enero, queremos tomar un momento para celebrar y agradecerles por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. Juntos, avanzamos con urgencia y propósito mientras trabajamos cada día para formar Campeones en Lang. 🏆 Su confianza, ánimo y trabajo en equipo marcan una diferencia poderosa en el éxito de nuestros estudiantes.

❄️ Actualización del Clima

Se espera una tormenta invernal este fin de semana, y estamos monitoreando de cerca las condiciones del clima. Por favor, continúen revisando su correo electrónico, mensajes telefónicos y comunicaciones de la escuela para recibir actualizaciones sobre las operaciones escolares. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal es nuestra máxima prioridad, y mantendremos informadas a las familias de Lang conforme haya nueva información disponible. Manténganse seguros y abrigados. ❄️💜

El Poder de las Evaluaciones Semanales

En Lang, los estudiantes participan en PowerDOLs semanales (evaluaciones de aprendizaje) diseñadas para monitorear el progreso y guiar la instrucción. Estas evaluaciones ayudan a los maestros a identificar fortalezas, atender áreas de oportunidad y responder rápidamente a las necesidades de los estudiantes.
📊 El poder está en los datos—cuando se utilizan de manera constante, fortalecen la instrucción y maximizan el crecimiento estudiantil.

Monitoreo Agresivo y Apoyo Dirigido

Los maestros utilizan herramientas de monitoreo agresivo para dar seguimiento cercano al progreso de los estudiantes y brindar intervenciones oportunas. Este enfoque intencional garantiza que los estudiantes reciban el apoyo que necesitan, en el momento adecuado. La consistencia, el enfoque y el seguimiento continúan siendo claves para nuestro éxito.

Compromiso con Nuestros Estudiantes Dorados 🌟

Estamos profundamente comprometidos a impulsar a nuestros Estudiantes Dorados para que alcancen los niveles de desempeño Meets y Masters. A través de instrucción dirigida, apoyo en grupos pequeños y altas expectativas, creemos que cada estudiante puede avanzar—y continuaremos empujando con propósito y corazón.

📅 Se Acercan las Fechas Oficiales de SMC

Las fechas oficiales de evaluación SMC se aproximan y la preparación ya está en marcha. Cada momento de instrucción cuenta. Nuestro enfoque sigue siendo mantener el rigor académico, fortalecer la confianza de los estudiantes y asegurar que estén completamente preparados para el éxito.

¡Marquen sus Calendarios!

Noche de Conferencias para Padres – Escuela Intermedia
🗓 Martes, 27 de enero de 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

La Noche de Conferencias para Padres es una valiosa oportunidad para conectarse con los maestros, revisar el progreso académico, celebrar logros y colaborar en los próximos pasos para el éxito estudiantil. Esperamos dar la bienvenida a nuestras familias en el campus.

Gracias por su continua colaboración y por creer en Lang. Juntos, estamos creando una comunidad de aprendizaje fuerte y solidaria donde los estudiantes son desafiados, celebrados y empoderados para tener éxito.

Juntos, construimos Campeones—hoy y siempre. 🏆💜

Con aprecio,

Jessica Weems
Directora
Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School

💜💛🏆 Unidos en Crecimiento. Impulsados por la Determinación. Destinados a la Grandeza.

Welcome Back, Lang Families!

We are excited to be well underway in the second semester and proud of how our Champions in the Making have returned with focus, energy, and determination. As we continue through Quarter 3, our campus remains committed to strong instruction, high expectations, and student growth.

Here are a few important reminders as we move forward:

– Reinforce Campus Expectations: Please continue reviewing dress code, attendance, and cell phone policies with your student. Consistency between home and school supports student success.
– Stay Engaged: Be on the lookout for upcoming spring events, parent workshops, PTA opportunities, and important 8th-grade high school information.
– Stay Connected: Take advantage of community resources such as the White Rock Library, which offers family-friendly programs and enrichment opportunities for students of all ages.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we will keep building momentum and helping our students thrive.

👉 Library Event Info

Together, We Build Champions 💜

Thank you for your continued support. Let’s make this semester a great one!

Sincerely,

Bianca Robles
Parent Support Specialist

Email: birobles@dallasisd.org

Office Phone: (972) 502-1011

¡Bienvenidas de Nuevo, Familias de Lang!

Nos complace estar ya avanzando en el segundo semestre y estamos orgullosos de cómo nuestros Campeones en Formación han regresado con enfoque, energía y determinación. A medida que continuamos con el 3.er Trimestre, nuestro campus sigue comprometido con una instrucción sólida, altas expectativas y el crecimiento estudiantil.

A continuación, algunos recordatorios importantes para seguir avanzando:

– Reforzar las Expectativas del Campus: Por favor continúen revisando con su estudiante las políticas de uniforme, asistencia y uso de teléfonos celulares. La consistencia entre el hogar y la escuela apoya el éxito estudiantil.
– Mantenerse Participados: Estén atentos a los próximos eventos de primavera, talleres para padres, oportunidades de la PTA e información importante para estudiantes de 8.º grado sobre la preparatoria.
– Mantenerse Conectados: Aprovechen los recursos comunitarios como la Biblioteca White Rock, que ofrece programas familiares y oportunidades de enriquecimiento para estudiantes de todas las edades.

👉 Library Event Info

Gracias por su continua colaboración y apoyo. Juntos, seguiremos construyendo impulso y ayudando a que nuestros estudiantes prosperen. 💜

Atentamente,

Bianca Robles

Especialista de Apoyo a Padres

Correo electrónico: birobles@dallasisd.org

Teléfono de la oficina: (972) 502-1011

The Family and Community Engagement Office assists parents who currently have a pre-existing PowerSchool/Parent Portal account and parents who would like to create a PowerSchool/Parent Portal account.

Families can now easily check their student’s outstanding balances online!

Visit our Student Balance Lookup page to view your child’s current balance and payment options.

Simply enter the student’s ID number and date of birth to access the information instantly.

¡Ahora las familias pueden ver fácilmente los saldos pendientes de sus hijos en línea!

Visite nuestra página de Balance de Saldos para ver el saldo actual de su hijo y las opciones de pago.

Solo ingrese el número de identificación y la fecha de nacimiento del estudiante para acceder a la información al instante.

All student is the building have received their ID Badges as of Wednesday Sept. 17th, the policy for the badges is as follows:

ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO WEAR ID BADGES. IT IS PART OF THEIR DAILY DRESS CODE.

The ID badge policy is for the safety and security of EVERYONE on campus.

• Students will receive their first ID badge for free.
• A lost ID badge must be replaced. Replacement badges are $5.00.
• Student ID badges must be worn on lanyards around the neck.
• Replacement lanyards are $2.00.
• Student ID badges must be visible, with pictures facing forward.
• Students are not allowed to tamper or alter ID badges or photos.

Students who forget their ID badges are required to get a temporary ID sticker for $1.00 before school.

Students are given the chance to pay TEMP IDs at a later time, they are recommended to pay no later then end of that week.

This being said, students who do not pay for their TEMP IDs (or lanyards) are being logged into an ongoing list, we will be using an automated system to send both an email and a text using the email & number provided during registration for the student.

If you are not sure what email or phone number is being used please contact our Registrar Ms. Herrera at (972) 925-2403 to make sure your contact information is up to date and a registration has been completed.

We will also be working on making personal phone calls as well. Once a student reaches $5 owed, we encourage the student to at this point buy a replacement badge, since the badge is $5. Our Admin team will begin having conferences with students who owe over $5.

Students who are missing required immunizations have now received their second notice.

All students in Dallas ISD must have up-to-date immunization records on file before attending school, as required by the Texas Department of State Health Services and TEA. These vaccines help protect students and prevent disease outbreaks.

👉 If your child has already received their vaccines, please provide the updated records to the nurse.

👉 If your child still needs vaccines, please schedule them as soon as possible. Nurse Carrizales will begin calling parents/guardians for pickup.

For questions about requirements or exemptions, contact Nurse Carrizales at (972) 925-2423 or vcarrizales@dallasisd.org

Under Senate Bill 12, Dallas ISD (and all Texas schools) must have SIGNED parent/guardian Permission Form before providing any health-related services to students—even for simple care like band-aids or temperature checks.

Without a signed consent form, schools may only give life-saving care. To allow Nurse Carrizales & Nurse Carbajal to provide other services (such as first aid, screenings, or administering medication), parents must check “Yes” and sign the Parental Consent for School Health-Related Services form.

👉 Please complete and return this form as soon as possible. It will remain on file for the entire school year.

For questions, contact Nurse Carrizales at (972) 925-2423 or vcarrizales@dallasisd.org

As flu and COVID cases are on the rise, we ask for your help in keeping our campus healthy.

👉 If your child has flu-like symptoms, please keep them home until they are fever-free for at least 24 hours without medication (100.2°F or higher).
👉 A doctor’s note is required if your child misses 5 OR MORE consecutive school days.
👉 For absences between 1 - 4 days, please send a handwritten Parent Excuse Note, as soon as the student returns to campus.

📵House Bill 1481 now requires Texas schools to limit or secure personal electronic devices during the instructional day. In alignment with Dallas ISD, Lang Middle School will implement the use of Yondr pouches to secure student cell phones during the school day.

Students will place their phones in a Yondr pouch, keep the pouch with them throughout the day, and return it at dismissal to be unlocked at a designated station. This new policy is designed to reduce distractions, protect instructional time, and promote a more engaged and connected learning environment.

🚫 Reminders on Prohibited Items:

Students may not bring:

• Phones, Smartwatches (Apple Watch, Fitbit, etc.), Wireless earbuds or headphones that do not fit inside their school-issued pouch

• Gaming devices, tablets, or laptops

What happens if my child needs to make a call?

Student's have been told to ask their teacher for permission to make a phone call.

📞 Students can contact parents/guardians using:

• Campus Phones (Main Office, Counselor’s Office, or Clinic)
• Email or Remind on their Chromebook

✅ Parent Tip: Check your student’s backpack before they leave home to ensure they aren’t carrying any prohibited devices.

Our goal is to protect instructional time and support student focus. Thank you for your partnership in making this successful.

Under Senate Bill 12, Dallas ISD (and all Texas schools) must have SIGNED parent/guardian Permission Form before providing any health-related services to students, this includes speaking to the counselors about topics like Bullying and harassment prevention.

This is the SAME consent form used for the nurse, teachers, athletic trainers, administrators, and other staff who supervise children. Without a signed consent form, schools may only give life-saving care.

To allow Ms. Lincecum & Ms. Sims to speak with the students, parents must check “Yes” and sign the Parental Consent for School Health-Related Services form.

👉 Please complete and return this form as soon as possible. It will remain on file for the entire school year.

The A/B Honor Roll recognizes students who have earned all A’s and B’s on their report cards! 🎉 This achievement celebrates their hard work, dedication, and commitment to learning. We’re so proud of our Pioneers who continue to push themselves and shine in the classroom!

Big News, Lang Community!

The Texas Education Agency released the 2025 campus ratings on Friday, August 15, and Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School is officially a C campus! This is a huge step forward from where we started — and it’s a direct result of the growth, grit, and greatness our students, staff, and families bring every single day.

We’ve moved up, and now our eyes are on the next prize — earning that B rating. Just like champions on the field, we will keep training, strategizing, and playing to win. Every practice, every lesson, every day counts toward our goal.

#WeAre26 – United in Growth. Driven by Grit. Destined for Greatness.

Email: jweems@dallasisd.org

Website: https://lang.dallasisd.org/

Location: 1678 Chenault St. Dallas TX 75228

Phone: (972) 925-2400

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