Bio News

Week of August 8th, 2022

Biomedical Preparatory at UTSW News

Principal's Message

Greeting families,

I want to begin this week's message by expressing my most sincere apologies for the stress that the situation with our before and after-school provider may have caused the families that are counting on it. I understand how important it is to have a safe place for our children as we perform the duties of our jobs. I was informed of this situation not long before you received the information, but, as the school principal, I assume full responsibility. I have been brainstorming possible solutions, and I will keep you posted during the week. Please fill out the form under parent resources so I can plan accordingly.

On a positive note, the classrooms' furniture was installed this weekend, and we are just waiting for the final permit to enter the building, which we expect early this week. We will begin classes on August 15th, 2022.

Also, I would like to celebrate the opportunity that my staff and I had to visit the UTSW sim center so that they can visualize how to leverage the tools provided to expose our students to biomedical sciences. In addition, we were fortunate to facilitate my staff's professional development on Friday in another UTSW location offered by our SBDM chair, Dr. A. Hardin, and vice-chair, Mr. A. Kramer. My team and I are beyond grateful for this opportunity and the hospitality.

I understand you are anxious to know all the logistics details for the upcoming week. The arrival and dismissal plan is being modified due to the buses taking the parking lot lane. Once they arrive, we do not have room for drop-off in the parking lot. I included some pictures to see how the parking lot looks when they come. We may need to ask you to park around the building and walk to campus. I will release the draft on Monday by the end of the day. Please expect delays in the first couple of days as the plans solidify and we get to know you and your children.

It was also brought to my attention by some parents that they order uniforms and that they will not be ready before the first day of school. Therefore, if possible, wear the school colors, but all students are welcome on campus without uniforms until they are delivered to you.

Last, I included virtual office hours during the week so you can ask me any questions you may have. If none of those times work for you, please email me your phone number, and I will contact you at your earliest convenience.

If you have questions or comments, please do not hesitate and ask. I will send another email during the week if I get updates.

Thanks for choosing us!

Kind Regards,

Roberto Gonzalez

Questions and Feedback- Click Here!

Please, submit your questions here.

After school contingency plan survey. **URGENT

Parents, if you registered for the before/after school program, please follow this link so that I better understand how to handle the logistics of a contingency plan

https://forms.gle/y9xWxXYeteB1ED9i7

Do I qualify for before and after school financial assistance?

We have received inquiries regarding the criteria to qualify for financial assistance. Please see the information below.

*Student eligible to participate in the national free or reduced lunch program), including students who receive SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid benefits will receive financial assistance. This is part of Dallas ISD registration process.

Ms. Hernandez will contact you if you are missing documentation.

Before and after school care registration link.

Please, follow the link to Mad Science registration page:

https://dfw.madscience.org/parents-register-a.aspx

Bus Routes

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cdjd-i1Y-QhIBGFU1iB4TneV8_08FV7F3jth339wC2k/edit#gid=1372791257

Supply List-CLICK HERE

2022-2023 Backpacks Policy

Please, follow this link for the latest information. https://www.dallasisd.org/backpacks Elementary students (PK-5) will not be required to wear clear backpacks.

Uniforms

Uniform guidelines

Lands' End- Click on the picture. *NEW

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Levines

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The webpage for our campus is now up on our website at www.levinesstores.com. Please note that currently only the French Toast brand has the Light Blue oxfords available in the smaller sizes. They are missing 2 pictures on the Elderwear brand Jumper and Scooter and will post those as soon as they are able to get them.

https://levinesstores.com/pages/contact-us.

Phone number: 214-870-1441.

The school logo in the uniforms is required.

AFFORDABLE UNIFORMS

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AFFORDABLE UNIFORMS
7014 Bruton Rd.
Dallas, Texas 75217
(214) 206-1977
affordableuniforms@yahoo.com

**NEW

Below is a direct link to the Biomedical Prep uniforms.

The website is LIVE and ready for families to place their orders.

https://affordable-uniforms.square.site/shop/biomedical-preparatory-at-ut-southwestern/105?page=1&limit=60&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

* Affordable uniforms will embroider uniforms you buy from other vendors if you choose to do so. The color needs to match the school colors.

Dual Language Interest Form

Update

Thanks for all the families that have shown interest on the Dual Language. This is the latest information I got from the district:

"We are in the process of finalizing our Dual Language master plan which is a document that details our Dual Language programs, as well as specific information about the Dual Language 2.0 rollout. Once it has been approved and is published, we will be sure and share that with you."

Also, the process of selection could take up to the week before the school begins but for sure it would be before the meet the teacher night. Thanks in advance for your patience as we ensure we have the most accurate data to comply with all state regulations.

2 way Dual Language program begins in Kinder. The school will begin contacting parents this week regarding the possibility of being part of the dual language kinder and first grade classroom.

SBDM/PTO Introductions an Bio

Introducing SBDM And PTO Boards 1

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New link to the teachers information (06/14/22)

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Meet the Teacher- June 11.pdf

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Transportation

Bus Routes: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cdjd-i1Y-QhIBGFU1iB4TneV8_08FV7F3jth339wC2k/edit#gid=1372791257

Student Transportation Services department is excited for the new students/parents that were accepted into the 2022-2023 Choice Program. Students that are new to the choice program, had the opportunity to request transportation at the time of applying and when confirming scholar’s seat via the online enrollment platform (SchoolMint). Services will continue for existing students riding the bus who are registered during the 2021-2022 school year.

Who needs to complete the e-form?

Returning students who did not request transportation for the 2021-2022 school year and are requesting transportation for the upcoming school year will need to complete the e-form at: https://forms.gle/Pnowd1S1Pd7eBi45A.
New students who did not request transportation at the time of enrollment but now they are wishing to request transportation will need to complete the e-form.
Returning students who received transportation but are wishing to change their pick-up and drop-off location will need to complete the e-form.

For further information or if you have any questions/concerns, please submit a Let’s Talk ticket at: https://www.dallasisd.org/Page/61626 or call us at (972) 925-4BUS (4287).

Have a great day!

Hours of operations: Monday- Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

August 8th, 2022

Draft of arrival/dismissal plan will be shared by end of day.
Final location of the meet the teacher night will be shared by the end of day. (See August 11th)