Bio News

Week of December 4th, 2023

Principal's Message

Hello awesome parents,

A big thank you for rocking the PTO fundraiser! Your support makes a huge difference for our students and staff. 🌟 Join the PTO family if you haven't yet!

Also, A big shoutout to all our amazing field trip chaperones! Your dedication and support have made the experience memorable for our students. Thank you for being awesome! 🌟

Exciting news about the winter performance—Read the details in the "Resources you can Use" section! Keep an eye out for location logistics.

As the holidays approach, let's keep the good vibes going with daily school attendance. 📚

Quick heads up: December 22nd is our early release day at 12:15. 🍎🥪

You're all amazing!

Warm regards,

Dr. G

#Buildingwiththebest

#Sciencestartshere!

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Happy Sunday Biomedical Families! I wanted to take a moment to respond to some of the questions that came up in the Counseling Program survey I sent out several weeks ago. If you didn’t get a chance to fill it out, please click here!

Q: Is there a list or overview of services offered somewhere?

A: Yes! Click here for an overview of the services I provide.

Q: Can you introduce what types of services are offered in the Bio News?

A: Absolutely! As a school counselor I…

Provide bimonthly instruction in every classroom on social emotional topics such as: healthy friendships, self regulation, calming/coping skills, etc.
Provide small group counseling (5-7 sessions) for students with similar social emotional needs (ie. self regulatory skills, conflict resolution skills, self esteem, etc.)
Provide short term individual counseling (2-3 sessions), crisis counseling, and risk assessments (ie. risk of violence, risk of self harm or suicidal ideation) on an as-needed basis
Refer students to mental health partners for additional services (ie. DISD School-Based Clinician, DISD Youth & Family Centers, and outside providers)
Collaborate with staff and parents to support student wellness and academic success

Q: Do you change your programming for the kids based on what parents say are their needs? Or is it a curriculum provided by the district?

A: For K-2nd grade, my curriculum is a combination of district-mandated lessons and lessons I’ve developed using campus data (this includes parent feedback!). For PK3 and PK4, I select lessons from Harmony SEL using teacher and parent feedback. Every week, I link upcoming lessons and previous lessons in the Bio News 🙂

Q: Do you offer parent conferences with the counselor?

A: Absolutely! Please email me at amapes@dallasisd.org to schedule.

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November Classroom Counseling Lessons:

Upcoming: PK3 and P4: Some Do, Some Don’t | K-2nd: Neurodiversity or School Links “My Future Job”

Recent: PK3 and P4: Including Everyone | K-2nd: Neurodiversity or School Links “My Future Job”

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Fall Counseling Groups:

Friendships, Feelings, and Self Control (K)
Emotions and Coping Skills (1st-2nd)

District Health & Wellness Resources:

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Contact Me:

Schedule: Monday/Wednesday 7:30am-2:30pm, Friday 7:30am-1:30pm

Email: amapes@dallasisd.org

Phone: 972-749-5912

From Ms. Hernandez (Registrar):

Progress Report #3 for Cycle 2 ro b distributed on Monday, December 4th, 2023.

The last day to receive excuse notes for this semester is Thursday, December 21st,2023. It is important that parents sign up into their Parent Portal to review Attendance, Grades, Teachers' notes, Assignments, etc. They can contact me to provide information if they do not have an account yet.

Applications are for New Students to Biomedical Preparatory only. Current students need to wait until April to submit registration for 2024-2025 School Year.

Thank you for everything and all your support, it is very appreciated.

Winter Performance Information

Hello parents,

Biomedical is currently preparing for our first ever winter holiday program! Each grade level will represent a different holiday and culture celebrated during the holiday season. As we get ready for this exciting event, we ask if families could donate to help with props, decorations, and costumes. If you are interested in donating please use this wishlist to purchase an item. Any type of donation helps! Students will begin learning their music during music class with Mr. Bradford starting November 15. Links to the songs will be attached so that students can practice at home. The program will be held on December 14 at the UTSW/EEF Auditorium. We look forward to seeing families there!

PreK: Hanukkah

Song: I’m A Little Latke https://youtu.be/JeXg1XMYdEc?si=Iri1fJ_eNrgxKUuA
Attire: Solid blue, white, or silver shirt with blue or dark pants.

Kindergarten: Spanish Christmas Song

Song: Mi Burrito Sabanero https://youtu.be/zqyJ0mSSsR8?si=qkF2AVIr-1LLNYXS
Attire: Solid White, Grey, Red, or Green shirt with dark pants.

1st Grade: Kwanzaa

Song: O Kwanzaa https://youtu.be/W2dE5ECe2_E?si=K-PxvKABz0qFAuFx
Attire: Sold black, red, or green shirt with dark pants

2nd Grade: Christmas

Song: Blitzen Boogie https://youtu.be/9PCJ4kS7Whg?si=GGE9fJSLDcRmXpPc
Attire: Solid red or green shirt with dark pants

Help donate items to make our winter performance a success here!

Uniforms

I would like to remind you to review the uniform policy and ensure that your child is wearing appropriate uniform and footwear. This is to ensure their safety as improper shoes can lead to injuries.

Homeroom teachers will begin contacting families regarding this topic to better understand individual needs.

Your cooperation in this matter is highly appreciated. please see the approved uniform policy here

Crocs are not allowed as part of Dallas ISD uniform policy.

As the weather gets cooler, we want to remind you to label all student layers. Please write your child's name on the tags of their jackets or sweaters. We want to make sure no clothing items get misplaced and can be returned to your child.

Dallas ISD Parent Resources

Dallas ISD Parents Newsletter

Dallas ISD Family and Community Engagement

Community Website

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All information about the school systems, procedures and policies are housed in this google site for your convenience. All tabs are in alphabetical order for easy access. If you would like us to add any information to this webpage, please use the feedback form or send me an email and I will gladly add it.

Follow this link:

https://bit.ly/Bioparentswebpage

Meet Our Team

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Social Emotional Learning at Home

School'S SEL Practices

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Elevate your school experience—join PTO now!

These are some of the benefits:

- **Community Connection:** Connect with parents, teachers, and staff.

- **Support Education:** Your membership funds classroom resources and activities.

- **Voice and Involvement:** Your ideas shape the school environment.

Membership Renewal:

Renew annually to sustain support and engagement.

Goal: 100% Participation!

Follow the link to donate, or email our PTO at biomedicalpreppto@gmail.com if you need more information.

Let’s make this year exceptional—join PTO today!

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Facebook Parent group

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Please, join our Facebook parent group.

This is a great way to nurture our sense of belonging.

Follow the link to join:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/796795018251155/