The Community Champion Chronicle

Dear Champion Families,

Happy February! 💜 As we step into a new month—the season of love—we celebrate the care, dedication, and effort our students show each day. Your partnership at home is a critical part of their success, and we thank you for supporting their learning and growth.

After a very short week due to the winter storm, our students and staff demonstrated incredible resilience and flexibility. We are proud of how our Champions bounced back and are ready to reset, rest, readjust, and focus for the weeks ahead.

This month, we continue to emphasize strong Tier 1 instruction, meaningful learning experiences, and consistent routines to help our students stay on track academically and socially. Students are encouraged to continue engaging fully in class, ask questions, and take ownership of their learning.

💜 Celebrating Our School Counselors
This week is National School Counseling Week, and we want to give a special shout-out to our amazing counselors! They provide guidance, encouragement, and support for students every day, helping them navigate challenges, set goals, and build confidence. Thank you for all you do to help our Champions thrive!

📊 Region III (R3) Assessment Week
Later this week, we will participate in Region III Assessment Week. These assessments are a valuable tool to monitor student progress, guide instruction, and help teachers tailor support so every child can succeed. While assessments are an important part of tracking growth, our focus remains on students’ overall learning, engagement, and effort.

☕ Tea Time with the Principal – Wednesday, 2/4 | 2:30–3:30 PM
We invite all families to join us for Tea Time with the Principal, an opportunity to bring your questions, share concerns, and discuss ideas about your student’s experience at school. We look forward to connecting with you in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

📅 Upcoming Dates & Reminders

• Spanish Placement Exams — February 2–6

• NAEP Testing — Wednesday, 2/4 (8th grade)

• Middle School Parent Conference Night — Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Thank you, families, for being such an integral part of our school community. 💜 Your encouragement, support, and love make all the difference for our Champions. Together, we celebrate every step they take, every challenge they overcome, and every success they achieve. We are so grateful for you and proud to walk alongside you in this journey of growth, learning, and joy. 🏆

Together, we build Champions—today and always. 🏆💜

Warm regards,

Jessica Weems
Principal, Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School

💜💛🏆 United in Growth. Driven by Grit. Destined for Greatness.

Estimadas familias de Champions,

¡Feliz febrero! 💜 Al comenzar un nuevo mes—la temporada del amor—celebramos el cuidado, la dedicación y el esfuerzo que nuestros estudiantes muestran cada día. Su colaboración en casa es una parte fundamental de su éxito, y les agradecemos por apoyar su aprendizaje y crecimiento.

Después de una semana muy corta debido a la tormenta de invierno, nuestros estudiantes y personal demostraron una increíble resiliencia y flexibilidad. Estamos orgullosos de cómo nuestros Champions se recuperaron y están listos para reiniciarse, descansar, reajustarse y mantenerse enfocados para las próximas semanas.

Este mes, seguimos enfocándonos en una instrucción Tier 1 fuerte, experiencias de aprendizaje significativas y rutinas consistentes para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a mantenerse en camino académica y socialmente. Se anima a los estudiantes a seguir participando activamente en clase, hacer preguntas y asumir la responsabilidad de su aprendizaje.

💜 Celebrando a nuestros consejeros escolares
Esta semana es la Semana Nacional de Consejería Escolar, y queremos reconocer especialmente a nuestros increíbles consejeros. Ellos brindan orientación, apoyo y motivación a los estudiantes todos los días, ayudándolos a superar desafíos, establecer metas y desarrollar confianza. ¡Gracias por todo lo que hacen para que nuestros Champions prosperen!

📊 Semana de Evaluaciones Region III (R3)
Más adelante esta semana, participaremos en la Semana de Evaluaciones Region III (R3). Estas evaluaciones son una herramienta valiosa para monitorear el progreso de los estudiantes, guiar la instrucción y ayudar a los maestros a adaptar el apoyo para que cada niño tenga éxito. Aunque las evaluaciones son importantes para medir el crecimiento, nuestro enfoque sigue siendo el aprendizaje, la participación y el esfuerzo general de los estudiantes.

☕ Hora del Té con la Directora – Miércoles 4/2 | 2:30–3:30 PM
Invitamos a todas las familias a unirse a Hora del Té con la Directora, una oportunidad para traer sus preguntas, compartir inquietudes y comentar ideas sobre la experiencia escolar de sus hijos. Esperamos conectarnos con ustedes en un ambiente relajado y acogedor.

📅 Próximas fechas y recordatorios

• Exámenes de Ubicación de Español — 2–6 de febrero

• Pruebas NAEP — Miércoles 4/2 (8° grado)

• Noche de Conferencias para Padres de Middle School — Martes 3/2/2026

Gracias, familias, por ser una parte tan importante de nuestra comunidad escolar. 💜 Su apoyo, ánimo y amor hacen toda la diferencia para nuestros Champions. Celebramos cada paso que dan, cada desafío que superan y cada éxito que logran. Estamos muy agradecidos por ustedes y orgullosos de caminar junto a ustedes en este viaje de crecimiento, aprendizaje y alegría. 🏆💜

Con aprecio,

Jessica Weems
Directora, Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School

💜💛🏆 Unidos en Crecimiento. Impulsados por la Determinación. Destinados a la Grandeza.

This week, we proudly celebrate School Counselors Week and recognize the incredible impact our counselors have on the hearts and minds of our students.

We are so grateful for Ms. Lincecum, our lead counselor at Lang Middle School. She is the definition of kindness and care. Many of our students naturally turn to her for reassurance, guidance, and a listening ear. Her calm, motherly presence helps create a safe and supportive environment where students feel seen, valued, and understood.

We also want to recognize Ms. Andrews, who joined our counseling team at the beginning of second semester. Although she is new to Lang, she has already brought a wealth of resources and fresh ideas to support our students. She is fitting in beautifully and has quickly become an important part of our school community.

Please join us in thanking both of our counselors for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting every student at Lang Middle School.

Welcome Back, Lang Families!

We are excited to be well underway in the second semester and proud of how our Champions in the Making have returned with focus, energy, and determination. As we continue through Quarter 3, our campus remains committed to strong instruction, high expectations, and student growth.

Here are a few important reminders as we move forward:

– Reinforce Campus Expectations: Please continue reviewing dress code, attendance, and cell phone policies with your student. Consistency between home and school supports student success.
– Stay Engaged: Be on the lookout for upcoming spring events, parent workshops, PTA opportunities, and important 8th-grade high school information.
– Stay Connected: Take advantage of community resources such as the White Rock Library, which offers family-friendly programs and enrichment opportunities for students of all ages.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we will keep building momentum and helping our students thrive.

👉 Library Event Info

Together, We Build Champions 💜

Thank you for your continued support. Let’s make this semester a great one!

Sincerely,

Bianca Robles
Parent Support Specialist

Email: birobles@dallasisd.org

Office Phone: (972) 502-1011

¡Bienvenidas de Nuevo, Familias de Lang!

Nos complace estar ya avanzando en el segundo semestre y estamos orgullosos de cómo nuestros Campeones en Formación han regresado con enfoque, energía y determinación. A medida que continuamos con el 3.er Trimestre, nuestro campus sigue comprometido con una instrucción sólida, altas expectativas y el crecimiento estudiantil.

A continuación, algunos recordatorios importantes para seguir avanzando:

– Reforzar las Expectativas del Campus: Por favor continúen revisando con su estudiante las políticas de uniforme, asistencia y uso de teléfonos celulares. La consistencia entre el hogar y la escuela apoya el éxito estudiantil.
– Mantenerse Participados: Estén atentos a los próximos eventos de primavera, talleres para padres, oportunidades de la PTA e información importante para estudiantes de 8.º grado sobre la preparatoria.
– Mantenerse Conectados: Aprovechen los recursos comunitarios como la Biblioteca White Rock, que ofrece programas familiares y oportunidades de enriquecimiento para estudiantes de todas las edades.

👉 Library Event Info

Gracias por su continua colaboración y apoyo. Juntos, seguiremos construyendo impulso y ayudando a que nuestros estudiantes prosperen. 💜

Atentamente,

Bianca Robles

Especialista de Apoyo a Padres

Correo electrónico: birobles@dallasisd.org

Teléfono de la oficina: (972) 502-1011

The Family and Community Engagement Office assists parents who currently have a pre-existing PowerSchool/Parent Portal account and parents who would like to create a PowerSchool/Parent Portal account.

Families can now easily check their student’s outstanding balances online!

Visit our Student Balance Lookup page to view your child’s current balance and payment options.

Simply enter the student’s ID number and date of birth to access the information instantly.

¡Ahora las familias pueden ver fácilmente los saldos pendientes de sus hijos en línea!

Visite nuestra página de Balance de Saldos para ver el saldo actual de su hijo y las opciones de pago.

Solo ingrese el número de identificación y la fecha de nacimiento del estudiante para acceder a la información al instante.

All student is the building have received their ID Badges as of Wednesday Sept. 17th, the policy for the badges is as follows:

ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO WEAR ID BADGES. IT IS PART OF THEIR DAILY DRESS CODE.

The ID badge policy is for the safety and security of EVERYONE on campus.

• Students will receive their first ID badge for free.
• A lost ID badge must be replaced. Replacement badges are $5.00.
• Student ID badges must be worn on lanyards around the neck.
• Replacement lanyards are $2.00.
• Student ID badges must be visible, with pictures facing forward.
• Students are not allowed to tamper or alter ID badges or photos.

Students who forget their ID badges are required to get a temporary ID sticker for $1.00 before school.

Students are given the chance to pay TEMP IDs at a later time, they are recommended to pay no later then end of that week.

This being said, students who do not pay for their TEMP IDs (or lanyards) are being logged into an ongoing list, we will be using an automated system to send both an email and a text using the email & number provided during registration for the student.

If you are not sure what email or phone number is being used please contact our Registrar Ms. Herrera at (972) 925-2403 to make sure your contact information is up to date and a registration has been completed.

We will also be working on making personal phone calls as well. Once a student reaches $5 owed, we encourage the student to at this point buy a replacement badge, since the badge is $5. Our Admin team will begin having conferences with students who owe over $5.

Students who are missing required immunizations have now received their second notice.

All students in Dallas ISD must have up-to-date immunization records on file before attending school, as required by the Texas Department of State Health Services and TEA. These vaccines help protect students and prevent disease outbreaks.

👉 If your child has already received their vaccines, please provide the updated records to the nurse.

👉 If your child still needs vaccines, please schedule them as soon as possible. Nurse Carrizales will begin calling parents/guardians for pickup.

For questions about requirements or exemptions, contact Nurse Carrizales at (972) 925-2423 or vcarrizales@dallasisd.org

Under Senate Bill 12, Dallas ISD (and all Texas schools) must have SIGNED parent/guardian Permission Form before providing any health-related services to students—even for simple care like band-aids or temperature checks.

Without a signed consent form, schools may only give life-saving care. To allow Nurse Carrizales & Nurse Carbajal to provide other services (such as first aid, screenings, or administering medication), parents must check “Yes” and sign the Parental Consent for School Health-Related Services form.

👉 Please complete and return this form as soon as possible. It will remain on file for the entire school year.

For questions, contact Nurse Carrizales at (972) 925-2423 or vcarrizales@dallasisd.org

As flu and COVID cases are on the rise, we ask for your help in keeping our campus healthy.

👉 If your child has flu-like symptoms, please keep them home until they are fever-free for at least 24 hours without medication (100.2°F or higher).
👉 A doctor’s note is required if your child misses 5 OR MORE consecutive school days.
👉 For absences between 1 - 4 days, please send a handwritten Parent Excuse Note, as soon as the student returns to campus.

📵House Bill 1481 now requires Texas schools to limit or secure personal electronic devices during the instructional day. In alignment with Dallas ISD, Lang Middle School will implement the use of Yondr pouches to secure student cell phones during the school day.

Students will place their phones in a Yondr pouch, keep the pouch with them throughout the day, and return it at dismissal to be unlocked at a designated station. This new policy is designed to reduce distractions, protect instructional time, and promote a more engaged and connected learning environment.

🚫 Reminders on Prohibited Items:

Students may not bring:

• Phones, Smartwatches (Apple Watch, Fitbit, etc.), Wireless earbuds or headphones that do not fit inside their school-issued pouch

• Gaming devices, tablets, or laptops

What happens if my child needs to make a call?

Student's have been told to ask their teacher for permission to make a phone call.

📞 Students can contact parents/guardians using:

• Campus Phones (Main Office, Counselor’s Office, or Clinic)
• Email or Remind on their Chromebook

✅ Parent Tip: Check your student’s backpack before they leave home to ensure they aren’t carrying any prohibited devices.

Our goal is to protect instructional time and support student focus. Thank you for your partnership in making this successful.

Under Senate Bill 12, Dallas ISD (and all Texas schools) must have SIGNED parent/guardian Permission Form before providing any health-related services to students, this includes speaking to the counselors about topics like Bullying and harassment prevention.

This is the SAME consent form used for the nurse, teachers, athletic trainers, administrators, and other staff who supervise children. Without a signed consent form, schools may only give life-saving care.

To allow Ms. Lincecum & Ms. Sims to speak with the students, parents must check “Yes” and sign the Parental Consent for School Health-Related Services form.

👉 Please complete and return this form as soon as possible. It will remain on file for the entire school year.

The A/B Honor Roll recognizes students who have earned all A’s and B’s on their report cards! 🎉 This achievement celebrates their hard work, dedication, and commitment to learning. We’re so proud of our Pioneers who continue to push themselves and shine in the classroom!

Big News, Lang Community!

The Texas Education Agency released the 2025 campus ratings on Friday, August 15, and Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School is officially a C campus! This is a huge step forward from where we started — and it’s a direct result of the growth, grit, and greatness our students, staff, and families bring every single day.

We’ve moved up, and now our eyes are on the next prize — earning that B rating. Just like champions on the field, we will keep training, strategizing, and playing to win. Every practice, every lesson, every day counts toward our goal.

#WeAre26 – United in Growth. Driven by Grit. Destined for Greatness.

Email: jweems@dallasisd.org

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