Happy Sunday, Lions!

As we approach the second-to-last week of the semester, I want to emphasize how important attendance is in these final days. Every moment counts as we wrap up learning and prepare for a strong start to the new year. Let’s finish the semester strong together!

A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Karnowski for volunteering as our Watch D.O.G.S. this past week and to Shawn Schexnayder and Mr. Trotter for helping assemble the soccer goal. A special shoutout also goes to the East Dallas Exchange Club for their generous support in bringing this project to life—our students will enjoy it for years to come!

This week, construction will officially begin on our bond project. While we know arrival and dismissal may require some adjustments, I truly appreciate your flexibility as we navigate these changes. A little inconvenience now is the price of progress, and I’m excited about the improvements to come.

We also have some exciting events ahead: Cara Mía Theatre and Santa Claus will be visiting campus this week to bring joy and creativity to our Lions. Let’s make it a memorable week!

Here’s to a great week, full of energy and focus!

Sincerely,

Mr. Carter

📆Monday, December 09

• MOY IReady Make-Ups
• 3:45p-4:45p: Faculty Meeting
• 5:30p: PTA General Meeting Meeting @ Auditorium
• 6:00p: SBDM Meeting @ Library

📆Tuesday, December 10

• MOY Spanish Reading K-2nd

• 3:30-5:00: Coding Club 3:30 - 5:00

📆Wednesday, December 11 (Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe)

• MOY Spanish Reading Make-Ups
• 3:40pm: Cheer Practice
• 5:00p: Boys 🏀 v. Reinhardt Elementary @ Larry Johnson Recreation

📆Thursday, December 12

• 10:00a: Cara Mia Theatre Presentation (Grade 1 and 2)
• 11:00a: Cara Mia Theatre Presentation (Grade 3, 4, 5)

📆Friday, December 13

• Fieldtrip - 3rd Grade Perot Museum
• 9:00a - 11:00a: Pictures with Santa
• Grades 3 - 5 Final LAB Assessment

This Tuesday, December 12th, marks the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a significant religious and cultural observance in many communities. It honors the appearance of the Virgin Mary to Saint Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531 and is celebrated with vibrant traditions, including prayer, music, and community gatherings. We recognize and celebrate the diverse cultures and traditions that enrich our Lipscomb community.

To those observing, we wish you a joyful and meaningful celebration!

"Parents, we are planning to provide our staff with lunch off campus on 12/18 sponsored by Comerica! To reward out teachers with time to step off campus and get lunch we are asking for parents to support with covering recess duty! If you would like to support, please use THIS LINK to sign up for a time slot ( or multiple 🙂) ! Thank you for your continued support for our staff and students!!! "

- Mrs. Luck

Campus Literacy Acceleration Specialist

We are excited to share that we now have a hygiene closet stocked with male and female products available for any family in need. Additionally, as the temperatures drop, we are providing winter coats to ensure our students stay warm during the colder months.

If your family could benefit from either resource, please reach out to Counselor Green (lwinfield@dallasisd.org) . We will discreetly ensure your student is sent home with what they need. We’re here to support our Lipscomb Lions!

Please take a moment to fill out the survey below. Special thanks to Mrs. Trotter for developing this awesome tool for our school and community.

The district has opted to remove this week's SMC testing for Grades 3 - 5. This week's Assessment schedule will only include students who need to make up a missed exam last week, or students taking the iReady Assessment in Spanish.

The District Science ACP is scheduled for students in 5th Grade on December 18th!

Exciting news! Santa will be visiting our Lipscomb Lions this Friday at 9:00 AM! Every student will have the opportunity to take a picture with Santa. Participation is optional, so if you have any questions, concerns, or prefer to opt your child out, please contact their teacher via Class Dojo or email.

We’ll make sure all students who wish to take a picture can do so. Additionally, the PTA kindly welcomes small donations, which will go directly toward supporting your students and enhancing their school experience.

• Dec 16 - 20: GT Testing Week

• Dec 17: ACP Science (Grade 5)

• Dec 17: Fieldtrip 1st/2nd Grade to Environmental Science

• Dec 18: ACP Science Make-ups

• Dec 18: Basketball Game @ Exline Park

• Dec 20: Early Release (12:15p)

• Dec 21: Yule/Winter Solstice (religious observance)
• Dec 23-Jan 6: Winter Break
• Dec 25:
• Christmas (religious observance)
• First Day of Hanukkah (religious observance)
• Dec 26: Zarathosht Diso (religious observance)
• Dec 26- Jan 1: Kwanzaa (religious observance)
• 🆕Jan 10: School Spelling Bee
• Jan 14: (6:00-8:00): Mockingbird, Roberts, Lipscomb Vertical Team Night - (Times Ten Wine Cellars)
• Jan 18 10:00a: Discover Dallas ISD Virtual (All Grades)
• Week of Jan. 27: Parent Conference Week

Be sure to check the Campus Outlook Calendar for events and updates!

VISION

William Lipscomb Elementary, an IB World School, will become the premier elementary school in Dallas ISD.

MISSION

We will empower students to be internationally- minded, independent, inquiry-based learners to succeed in a future they create.

Main Office: 972-794-7300

Nurse: Dawn Wilcox, dawilcox@dallasisd.org

Principal: Isaiah Carter (972) 794 - 7303

Website: www.dallasisd.org/lipscomb

Location: 5801 Worth Street, Dallas, TX, 75214