Pride Preview Vol. 25

Shout Out to Ms. Moncada! 🎉
A huge thank you to Ms. Moncada for creating an amazing attendance bulletin board to help us keep track of all grade levels’ attendance. It’s engaging, motivating, and keeps everyone focused on showing up strong each day!

Also, shout out to her for setting up a super fun Valentine’s photo op wall for our staff and students. It added so much joy and excitement to the day — we truly appreciate the hard work and creativity you bring to our campus! 💖

Ms. Acevedo is an outstanding TA and a major favorite among our teachers. Her positivity, reliability, and dedication to supporting students make a difference every single day. We are so grateful to have her as part of the Lipscomb Pride! 💜

• Morning Announcements by 4A
• All teachers: Utilize Black History Month Morning Circle Slides

Kindness Week activities provide an opportunity for students and staff to

feel included and valued within the school community.

Click on the calendar photo see the full calendar for the school year.

Saturday, February 21, 8:30AM - 3:00PM, Oran Roberts Elementary School

OM Roberts Principal Christa Bayson has coordinated a Lead4ward trainer to facilitate this professional learning session.There is limited space available, and registration will be first come, first served based on availability.

Objectives:

• Ideas to narrow and keep review engaging and student-centered

• Tools to make campus-wide review plans rock-solid

We are currently exploring options to compensate teachers for their time; while funding has not yet been finalized, we at a minimum will provide lunch for all participants.

Math Magic Launches after the holiday

1. Share with parents

2. Get kids excited - share the incentives

3. Allow students to practice automacity (speed & accuracy)

1. Class fluencies, centers during LAB, homework

4. Lets take the first test NEXT Friday February 20, 2026

• Student Identification: Every student must wear a school identifier (e.g., a school shirt, wristband, or name tag). Do not list student names on tags. The school name is sufficient.

• Chaperone Assignments: Every chaperone must have a printed roster of their students and the Field Trip Lead’s cell phone number.

• Communication: Leads must establish a communication system, with all chaperones' group text, GroupMe, etc., for all chaperones to coordinate lunch, meeting times, and emergencies. Please establish this before the campus leaves for the field trip.

• Mandatory Briefing: Before leaving campus, the Field Trip Lead must meet with all chaperones to review these expectations and safety protocols so that everyone is on the same page.

• The "Rule of Four" Counts: Conduct a full head count at four points:

1. Before boarding the bus at school.

2. Upon arrival at the site.

3. Before boarding the bus to return.

4. Upon arrival back at campus.

• Extension of Classroom: These trips are learning experiences for the students. If parents who are not official school chaperones choose to attend, they should follow the directions provided by the lead teacher.

• Group Safety: Parents who attend must stay with their child’s assigned group. They are not permitted to take their child aside from the group and walk the venue privately with their students.

• No Early Check-outs: Parents are strictly prohibited from taking students from the site. Any student leaving early must be signed out through the school office following standard campus procedures.

• Bus Policy: All chaperones must ride the bus to and from the venue with their assigned students.

• Designated "Roamer": If possible, assign one extra staff member as a "Roamer" who does not have a specific student group. This person should be on call to support chaperones and handle any parent issues that arise.

• Escalation: Chaperones should be instructed to call the Field Trip Lead immediately if a parent becomes difficult or attempts to take a student away from the venue site.

The Office of School Improvement encourages all elementary campuses to host a Campus African American Read-In on Friday, February 27, 2026. Each campus will receive a book bundle, optional lesson plan activities, and special bookmarks for the students. Principals may consider the following:

• Scheduling a timeframe to host the event on February 27, 2026.

• Identifying grade levels participating in the event.

• Designating locations in the school (i.e., classroom, cafeteria, and/or auditorium).

• Organizing fun reading and art activities using the optional lesson plans available in the Black History Month Google Classroom [Join Code: 5fq6mqtr] to inspire a love of reading.

• Tuning in to the General Session AARI Live Stream to kick off the event. The streaming link will be posted in the Black History Google Classroom.

• Posting campus pictures and videos on Social Media and tag @DallasOSI (X) or Office of School Improvement on (Facebook).

• TELPAS Practice continues this week.

• Feb 18–27: STAAR Simulators and TELPAS windows (see calendar for grade-level details)

To support staff wellness during the Spring Semester, we will be sharing helpful small challenges to remind you to take care of your health and wellness. Each week, we will share a new challenge to take part in, and hope everyone takes a moment for themselves to complete the challenge.

Dallas ISD will be observing No One Eats Alone and Kindness Week as part of a cross-departmental prevention initiative focused on strengthening connection and a sense of belonging for both students and staff. In partnership with Sandy Hook Promise, the district has shared a series of activities designed to build camaraderie through shared experiences across campuses.

February 13 – No One Eats Alone

No One Eats Alone (NOEA) is a national initiative that encourages kindness, empathy, and inclusion. On this day, campuses are encouraged to ensure that all students and staff take part in creating an inclusive lunchtime experience. Central staff are also encouraged to participate.

February 16–20 – Kindness Week

Kindness Week provides meaningful opportunities for students and staff to feel included, valued, and connected through intentional activities and shared moments throughout the week.

Resources and recommended activities will be provided to support campus implementation. These February observances serve as the district’s kickoff and align with our ongoing work to strengthen a culture of Belonging and Safety, including the efforts of campus SAVE Promise Clubs.

We’re excited to share what the Multicultural Committee has planned for Black History Month!

• Unity Days: Every Friday in February

• Main Event: Friday, February 26 – Schoolwide Cookout & Cowboy Celebration

• BHM100 Creativity Contest: Posters due February 22

• Daily Morning Circle slides highlighting Black historical figures will be shared. Please support by displaying the slides and reinforcing learning with students.

Thank you for helping us create meaningful, consistent learning experiences across campus.

In honor of Black History Month, the Multicultural Committee has provided daily Morning Circle slides and reflection prompts for classroom use. All teachers are expected to engage students with the daily slides as part of Morning Meeting/Circle time. Materials have been thoughtfully designed with PreK–1st and 2nd–5th student-friendly options to support age-appropriate discussion, reflection, and learning. Thank you for helping us create consistent, meaningful learning experiences that celebrate Black history and culture across our campus. (The link is located above)

Please share this in your Class Dojos and with your students!

The Office of School Improvement is excited to announce this year’s Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations”. Each February, Dallas ISD celebrates the achievements of Black Americans and recognizes their critical role in U.S. History. This theme honors the 100th anniversary of the first Black History Week, created in 1926 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, celebrating the legacy, pride, and progress produced by lasting contributions over years.

We welcome everyone to participate in the following events and access these resources:

• Virtual Kick-Off on January 30, 2026, led by Deputy Superintendent of Staff and Accountability, Dr. Pamela Lear.

• Virtual Webinar Wednesdays occur at noon and feature local professionals sharing their career journeys and expertise.

• Commemorative slide deck presentation highlighting achievements by African Americans and recognizing the significant roles of African Americans throughout U.S. history.

• Interactive activities and resources located in Google Classroom, accessible to all teachers and staff by using this code 5 f q 6 m q t r .

• Daily OSI Social Media posts spotlighting African American traditions and contributions.

While this programming will be celebrated during February, the OSI encourages schools to use these resources to augment books and activities to spark discussions year-round.

To access these resources, visit the Office of School Improvement website at https://bit.ly/DISDBlackHistoryMonth. Please contact Dr. Candyce Grant at canfranklin@dallasisd.org for more information.

Team Lipscomb!

I am honored to serve as your Campaign Champion for the 2026 Employee Giving Campaign. This year’s theme is “Game On for Giving”—a rallying call to show up for our students.

Our district is aiming to raise $100,000 by March 30. To help us get there, Lipscomb has set a goal of $600! Thats $10 per Lipscomb Team Member

The Impact: For 26 years, this campaign has been a cornerstone of Dallas ISD, raising over $5 million. Every donation goes directly to the Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) and flows back into the classrooms and programs that support our scholars.

Your CARING generosity fuels the "wins" we see in our schools every day.

Step onto the Field: Every gift moves us closer to our goal. All contributions go directly to the Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) and flow back into the classrooms and programs that support our scholars. Your generosity fuels the "wins" we see in our schools every day.

Join the GAME: (Donate):

• Via Payroll: Use Oracle to set up a one-time gift or spread it over 12 months. Step-by-step playbook HERE.

• Via Card: Donate directly online (easiest & don't forget to input your EID!)

The Trophy: Once you get your donation confirmation, see Ms. Timms for a "Sweats to Work" pass.

Let’s come together to make a CARING impact again this year!

Game on, LIPSCOMB!!

Ms. Timms