J.L. Long Parent Smore

Please join us for our upcoming Community Meeting on Wednesday, September 9th, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

To uphold Dallas ISD's standards of transparency, each year we share information regarding our campus rating, identify the challenges and obstacles we face, and outline our action plan for the 2026–2027 school year.

We believe that strong partnerships between our school, families, and community are essential to our students' success. Your presence, voice, and support are critical as we work together to help our children learn and grow.

Additional scheduling details will be provided closer to the event date.

Join us for the Fall 2026 Parent Training Series hosted by Dallas ISD Special Services! Gain valuable insights on topics like child behavior, ARD processes, autism support, sign language, and hands-only CPR.

Dates: Aug – Nov 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (unless noted)

Register Today: bit.ly/4xjP8Abt

Sessions offered in English and Spanish!

Dallas ISD's middle schools are incredibly diverse, and many campuses have already developed
innovative programs, traditions, and supports that are making a positive difference for students.
GEMS is not about replacing the great work already happening; it is about building on those successes and creating a district-wide framework that ensures every middle school student, regardless of campus, has access to a high-quality and consistent middle school experience. Through common structures such as advisory, student leadership opportunities, transition supports, and intentional campus culture practices, GEMS establishes a shared foundation while still allowing campuses to maintain their unique identity.

With the gym currently under construction, these four Buccaneers have spent the last two weeks running their entire program out of the auditorium—a space that, to make matters worse, spent half its time without functioning air conditioning during brutal 100-degree heat!

Through tight quarters, stifling indoor conditions, and zero access to a standard gym, our PE crew showed up every single day with endless flexibility, patience, and true grace under pressure. They kept our students engaged, active, and safe, turning a tough situation into a masterclass in resilience and positive attitude. Thank you for keeping your cool and rolling with the punches for our Bucs.

Want to make a difference, meet other amazing families, and help make this school year the best one yet? A membership is just $12 and gets you access to the online directory as well as discounts!

Join the Long PTA today here on the PTA site! https://jllongpta.membershiptoolkit.com/

Our August IB learner profile trait is communicators! At J.L. Long we equip our students with communication skills needed to discuss new ideas, solve problems, and navigate through disagreements.