Community Compass Vol. 10

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Welcome to Quarter 2 — time is truly flying by! The fall and winter season is packed with fun, meaningful, and memorable moments we’re excited to experience together. That starts this week with our Hispanic Heritage Night, a celebration of culture, community, and pride.

Take a look below for all the exciting events happening across campus, and I can’t wait to see everyone back at school on Tuesday!

— Principal Carter 🦁

Pack your bags and join us for the Texas Taste Tour: Your School Lunch Passport!

This year’s National School Lunch Week celebrates nutritious Texas-grown meals that fuel student success. Encourage your child to enjoy lunch in the cafeteria and discover new favorites made with healthy, local ingredients!

Learn more at www.SquareMeals.org/NSLW.

#TXNSLW25 #TexasTasteTour25

• 5:30–6:30 PM | PTA Executive Meeting (Library)
• 6:30–7:30 PM | SBDM Meeting (Library)

On Tuesday, October 14, we will wear pink and purple in memory of Ms. McFadden, a cherished member of our Lipscomb family whose warmth, laughter, and kindness touched the hearts of everyone she met. She brought joy to our students and staff each day and had a special love for flamingos—a perfect reflection of her bright and beautiful spirit. Let’s come together as a Pride to celebrate her life and the lasting impact she made on our school community.

Join us for an evening with Dr. Nancy Bernardino and Mr. Aaron Aguirre-Castillo at Times Ten Cellars from 6:00–8:00 PM. Connect with feeder pattern leadership, learn about our shared vision, and celebrate community together.

RSVP by October 10 to president@woodrowpta.org.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with us on Wednesday, October 15 from 5:00–6:30 PM!

Enjoy performances, traditions, and community as we honor Hispanic and Latino cultures at Lipscomb.

Click below to sign up and join the celebration!

October 13 – Begin Second Nine Weeks · Professional Development Day (No School for Students) · 5:30–6:30 PM | PTA Executive Meeting

October 14 – 6:30–7:30 PM | SBDM Meeting (Campus Needs Assessment) · Purple & Pink Dress Day in honor of Ms. McFadden · Staff Meeting: Accommodations/Test Security

October 15 – Show Your PRIDE! Wear traditional clothing representing Hispanic or Latino culture · Taste of Hispanic History Month at 5:00 PM

October 18 – Junius Heights Home Tour

October 19 – SLO Survey Opens

October 20–24 – SEL Survey Window (K–5th Grade)

October 23 – 3:30–7:30 PM | Fall Parent Conference Night

October 24–31 – Scholastic Book Fair

October 24 – Trunk or Treat!

October 27 – World Occupational Therapy Day

October 29 – Principal for a Day · Breakfast provided by Bank of America

October 31 – Storybook Character Day · FCE Fall Parent Survey Closes

November 1 – Día de los Muertos · ES Debate Student Workshop

Nov 15 — PTA Family Movie Night : Join us for a cozy evening with the Pride! Details and RSVP coming soon.

Nov 24–28 — Thanksgiving Break (No School): Enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Classes resume Monday.

Mark your calendars! Parent Conference Night is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 23, from 3:30–7:30 p.m. We look forward to welcoming you to campus to discuss your child’s progress and goals. Stay tuned for additional details and sign-up information coming soon.

We are proud to announce that William Lipscomb Elementary has been named one of only 22 Dallas ISD campuses recognized as a Dallas County Catalyst Campus — an honor awarded to schools that have shown remarkable academic growth by improving their state accountability rating from a D or F in previous years to a B or A in 2025.

This recognition highlights the hard work, resilience, and dedication of our students, teachers, and families who continue to show that growth and excellence are possible through teamwork and high expectations.

Lipscomb will be celebrated at the Dallas County Economic Mobility Summit for being one of the few schools in the county to make this level of progress.

We couldn’t be prouder of our Pride!

Thanks to a generous $30,000 donation from the East Dallas Exchange Club, the remodel of our Drew Pearson Auditorium is officially underway—joining the list of major campus renovations happening across Lipscomb. This past week, our auditorium received stunning new curtains proudly displaying a bold “WLS” stitched across the front facade.

These upgrades mark just the beginning of the exciting transformations this space will receive, made possible through the continued support of our incredible community partners.

This year, we bring back a spooky campus tradition — Lipscomb’s Trunk or Treat! Join us for a night of fun, candy, and community spirit as we transform our parking lot into a Halloween wonderland!

• 🗓️ When: Friday, October 24th
• 🛻 Trunk Set-Up: 3:45–5:00 PM
• 🍬 Event Time: 5:00–6:30 PM
• 🧹 Clean-Up: 6:30–7:00 PM\

This event is always a highlight of the fall season — a chance to celebrate together, connect with families, and make memories that last long after the candy’s gone. Stay tuned for more details!

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is asking families across the state to share feedback about their school district’s special education services. Your voice helps us continue improving how we support students and families receiving special education.

Dallas ISD is currently participating in the state’s Differentiated Monitoring and Support process, which helps schools identify strengths and areas for growth in special education programs.

We invite you to take a short 10–15 minute survey to share your experiences and feedback. Your responses are confidential and will only be reviewed by TEA to guide improvement efforts.

If you have specific questions or concerns about your child’s services, please reach out directly to your school’s special education staff.

Region: 10

District: Dallas Independent School District (057905)

👉 Take the Survey Here: [ENGLISH] [SPANISH] (Survey responses are confidential to the extent allowed by law.)

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for helping us strengthen special education services for all students.

Take a look at Hispanic Heritage Night last year! We can;t wait to bring an even better celebration to our community this upcoming Wednesday.

We’ve listened to your feedback about after-school clubs and know that sometimes the experience has felt inconsistent. Our goal is to make it easier for families to see what’s available and for students to find the activities that fit them best.

Because Lipscomb is a smaller school, many of our teachers and staff already wear multiple hats every day. Hosting a club is something they choose to do on top of their regular responsibilities, often giving their own time to make sure students have opportunities to explore their passions. While a few clubs come with district stipends, most are led purely out of our staff’s dedication to our Pride. Their willingness to step up is what makes so much possible here, and we are deeply grateful.

Below, you will see our 2025-2026 Club Catalogue that contains our offerings:

Each year, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) releases a School Report Card to share accountability information with families and the community.

Due to judicial proceedings, the release of the 2023 report was delayed.

You can view our School Report Card here, and explore the more detailed Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) here.

If you have questions or need a paper copy, please contact the school office.

Saturday, October 18 | 9:00 AM

Bachman Lake, Dallas, TX

Join this free, family-friendly 5K Walk/Run to raise ADHD awareness and celebrate community! Enjoy music, a DJ, vendors, and local support resources.

Register here: dallasclearneuroadhdawareness.itsyourrace.com

More info: clearneuro5k.com