The Community Champion Chronicle

Lang Families,

As we head into the final stretch of the school year, our Champions continue to shine! This week has been filled with memorable moments celebrating our students and the incredible growth they have shown throughout the year. From 8th grade celebrations and special events to preparing for ACP testing, our students are continuing to demonstrate what it means to be true Champions in the Making.

We are proud of the hard work, perseverance, and dedication our students have shown all year long, and we appreciate your continued partnership and support as we work together to finish the school year strong.

🏆 6th Grade Awards Ceremony Information

Tuesday, May 19 | 9:00 AM | Lang Auditorium

The 6th Grade Awards Ceremony will begin at 9:00 AM in the Lang Auditorium.

Families are welcome to attend as we celebrate our students and their accomplishments throughout the school year.

🚪 Doors will open for 6th grade families at 8:45 AM.
📍 All guests will enter through the Auditorium Entrance.
🪪 Please be prepared to present a valid ID during the check-in process before entering the building.

We look forward to celebrating our amazing 6th grade students!

🚨 Important Early Release Information

Please remember that the following dates are designated Secondary Early Release Days:

• Friday, May 22
• Tuesday, May 26
• Wednesday, May 27

On these days, students will be dismissed at 1:50 PM.

🚌 Buses will run on early release schedule, and 🍎 breakfast and lunch will still be provided for all students.

Please plan accordingly to ensure a smooth dismissal process for your child.

📅 Upcoming Events

• 🎓 Monday, May 18 | Skyline Senior Clap Out
  Graduating Skyline seniors will return to Lang in their caps and gowns to inspire our current students and celebrate their accomplishments.
• 🏆 Tuesday, May 19 | 6th Grade Awards Ceremony | 9:00 AM | Auditorium
• 🎉 Tuesday, May 19 | 7th Grade Field Day
• 📝 Wednesday, May 20 – Friday, May 22 | ACP Testing Begins
  Students should arrive on time each day, fully charged, rested, and ready to do their very best.
• ⏰ Friday, May 22 | Early Release | Student Dismissal at 1:50 PM
• 🇺🇸 Monday, May 25 | Memorial Day – No School
• ⏰ Tuesday, May 26 | Early Release | Student Dismissal at 1:50 PM
• ⏰ Wednesday, May 27 | Early Release | Student Dismissal at 1:50 PM

Thank you for continuing to support Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School. Together, we will continue helping our students grow, persevere, and achieve greatness.

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

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

Familias de Lang,

Mientras entramos en la recta final del año escolar, ¡nuestros Campeones continúan brillando! Esta semana ha estado llena de momentos especiales celebrando a nuestros estudiantes y el increíble crecimiento que han demostrado durante todo el año. Desde las celebraciones de 8.º grado y eventos especiales hasta la preparación para los exámenes ACP, nuestros estudiantes continúan demostrando lo que significa ser verdaderos Campeones en Formación.

Estamos orgullosos del esfuerzo, la perseverancia y la dedicación que nuestros estudiantes han demostrado durante todo el año, y agradecemos su continuo apoyo y colaboración mientras trabajamos juntos para terminar el año escolar con fuerza.

🏆 Información de la Ceremonia de Premios de 6.º Grado

Martes, 19 de mayo | 9:00 AM | Auditorio de Lang

La Ceremonia de Premios de 6.º Grado comenzará a las 9:00 AM en el Auditorio de Lang.

Las familias están cordialmente invitadas a acompañarnos mientras celebramos a nuestros estudiantes y sus logros durante el año escolar.

🚪 Las puertas abrirán para las familias de 6.º grado a las 8:45 AM.
📍 Todos los invitados deberán entrar por la entrada del auditorio.
🪪 Favor de presentar una identificación válida durante el proceso de registro antes de entrar al edificio.

¡Esperamos celebrar a nuestros increíbles estudiantes de 6.º grado!

🚨 Información Importante Sobre Salida Temprana

Les recordamos que las siguientes fechas serán días de salida temprana para secundaria:

• Viernes, 22 de mayo
• Martes, 26 de mayo
• Miércoles, 27 de mayo

En estos días, los estudiantes saldrán a la 1:50 PM.

🚌 Los autobuses funcionarán como de costumbre, y 🍎 el desayuno y el almuerzo se servirán normalmente para todos los estudiantes.

Por favor, haga los arreglos necesarios para asegurar una salida sin contratiempos para su estudiante.

📅 Próximos Eventos

• 🎓 Lunes, 18 de mayo | Caminata de Graduados de Skyline
  Los estudiantes graduados de Skyline regresarán a Lang con sus toga y birrete para inspirar a nuestros estudiantes actuales y celebrar sus logros.
• 🏆 Martes, 19 de mayo | Ceremonia de Premios de 6.º Grado | 9:00 AM | Auditorio
• 🎉 Martes, 19 de mayo | Día de Campo de 7.º Grado
• 📝 Miércoles, 20 de mayo – Viernes, 22 de mayo | Comienzan los Exámenes ACP
  Los estudiantes deben llegar a tiempo todos los días, bien descansados, con sus dispositivos cargados y listos para dar lo mejor de sí.
• ⏰ Viernes, 22 de mayo | Salida Temprana | Salida de estudiantes a la 1:50 PM
• 🇺🇸 Lunes, 25 de mayo | Día de los Caídos – No Hay Clases
• ⏰ Martes, 26 de mayo | Salida Temprana | Salida de estudiantes a la 1:50 PM
• ⏰ Miércoles, 27 de mayo | Salida Temprana | Salida de estudiantes a la 1:50 PM

Gracias por continuar apoyando a Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School. Juntos continuaremos ayudando a nuestros estudiantes a crecer, perseverar y alcanzar la grandeza.

Jessica Weems

Directora, Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School

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

🎉📣 PIONEERS, LET’S FINISH STRONG! 📣🎉

Parents, it’s GO TIME as we head into the final stretch of the school year! 💪🔥 Let’s rally together and help our students show what they’ve learned all year long!

• May 13-14 - I-Ready End-of-Year Benchmark Tests (Reading & Math)
• May 20 - 4th & 5th Period Exams (Full Day 8:35 - 3:55)
• May 21 - 2nd & 7th Period Exams (Full Day 8:35 - 3:55)
• May 22 - 3rd & 9th Period Exams - Early Release Day - 1:50 PM
• May 25 - NO SCHOOL
• May 26 - 1st & 6th Period Exams - Early Release Day - 1:50 PM
• May 27 - 8th & 10th Period Exams - Early Release Day - 1:50 PM

Aquí está el plan para este cierre:

• 13–14 de mayo: Exámenes I-Ready (Lectura y Matemáticas)
• 20 de mayo: 4º y 5º período (Día completo 8:35 - 3:55)
• 21 de mayo: 2º y 7º período (Día completo 8:35 - 3:55)
• 22 de mayo: 3º y 9º período — salida temprana a las 1:50 PM
• 25 de mayo: NO HAY CLASES
• 26 de mayo: 1º y 6º período — salida temprana a las 1:50 PM
• 27 de mayo: 8º y 10º período — salida temprana a las 1:50 PM

📣Incoming 6th Grade Families – We’re Ready for You!💜💛

We are excited to welcome our newest Pioneers to Harold Wendell Lang Sr. Middle School! As we prepare for the upcoming school year, please take a moment to review the important information in the flyers below regarding our Early Start ADSY Program and the first days of school.

📅Key Dates to Know:

• July 20 – Staff First Day

• July 28 – First Day for ALL 6th Grade Students (ADSY begins!)

• August 11 – First official day for all middle school students (7th & 8th join us)

⏰School Hours: 8:35 AM – 3:55 PM

🚪Doors open at 8:10 AM

✨What is ADSY (Early Start)?

Our Early Start program gives students a head start by:

• Strengthening reading and math skills

• Building confidence before the full school year begins

• Providing extra support and engaging learning experiences

👕Dress Code Reminder:

• July 28 – August 7: Flexible dress (must follow district guidelines)

• Starting August 11: Uniforms required

🚗Arrival & Dismissal Updates:

Please review procedures carefully to ensure a smooth and safe experience for all students.

We know starting middle school is a big step, and we are here to support both students and families every step of the way.💫

Let’s make this year unforgettable—Future Pioneers, your journey starts now!

📣 Familias de 6º Grado – ¡Estamos listos para ustedes! 💜💛

¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros nuevos Pioneros en Harold Wendell Lang Sr. Middle School! Mientras nos preparamos para el nuevo año escolar, les pedimos que revisen la información importante en los volantes a continuación sobre el Programa Early Start ADSY y los primeros días de clases.

🗓 Fechas Importantes:
• 20 de julio – Primer día para el personal
• 28 de julio – Primer día para TODOS los estudiantes de 6º grado (¡comienza ADSY!)
• 11 de agosto – Primer día oficial para todos los estudiantes de middle school (se unen 7º y 8º)

⏰ Horario Escolar: 8:35 a.m. – 3:55 p.m.
🚪 Puertas abren a las 8:10 a.m.

✨ ¿Qué es ADSY (Early Start)?
Nuestro programa Early Start brinda a los estudiantes una ventaja al:
• Fortalecer habilidades de lectura y matemáticas
• Desarrollar confianza antes de que comience el año escolar completo
• Ofrecer apoyo adicional y experiencias de aprendizaje significativas

👕 Recordatorio del Código de Vestimenta:
• 28 de julio – 7 de agosto: Vestimenta flexible (siguiendo las reglas del distrito)
• A partir del 11 de agosto: Uniforme obligatorio

🚗 Llegada y Salida:
Por favor revisen los procedimientos cuidadosamente para asegurar una experiencia segura y organizada para todos los estudiantes.

Sabemos que comenzar la escuela secundaria es un gran paso, y estamos aquí para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y familias en cada momento. 💫

¡Hagamos de este año algo inolvidable—Future Pioneers, su camino comienza ahora!

🎉📢Hey Parents! It’s Registration Time!📢🎉

Great news, registration officially opened on April 1, 2026!

🚨All students — returning AND new — must complete registration, so be sure to get it done as soon as possible!

Need help or have questions? We’ve got you covered!💬

Reach out to our Registrar Ms. Herrera at 📲 (972) 925-2403 or 📨 sherreraromero@dallasisd.org.

Let’s get ready for an amazing school year 26-27!🎒🌟

🎉📢¡Hola familias! ¡Es tiempo de inscripción!📢🎉

¡Buenas noticias! ¡Las inscripciones se abrieron oficialmente el 1 de abril de 2026!

🚨Todos los estudiantes — nuevos y que regresan — deben completar la inscripción, así que asegúrese de hacerlo lo antes posible.

¿Necesita ayuda o tiene preguntas? ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarle!💬

Comuníquese con nuestra registradora, Ms. Herrera

al 📲 (972) 925-2403 o 📨 sherreraromero@dallasisd.org

¡Prepárense para un increíble año escolar 2026-2027!🎒🌟

Lang Middle School is proud to announce that our incoming 6th grade class will participate in the Additional Days School Year (ADSY) program during the 2026–2027 instructional year.

This program adds extra learning days before school starts and on select Saturdays to support academic growth, build confidence, and ensure students begin the school year prepared for success.

Please see the flyers for more information.

La Escuela Secundaria Lang se enorgullece en anunciar que nuestra clase entrante de 6.º grado participará en el programa de Año Escolar con Días Adicionales (ADSY) durante el año escolar 2026–2027.

Este programa agrega días adicionales de aprendizaje antes de que comience el año escolar y en algunos sábados seleccionados, con el fin de apoyar el crecimiento académico, fortalecer la confianza y asegurar que los estudiantes comiencen el año escolar preparados para el éxito.

Consulte los volantes para obtener más información.

Dear Champion Families,

As we approach the final STAAR testing days, I want to personally thank you for your continued partnership and support. Your involvement at home plays a powerful role in your child’s confidence, preparation, and success at school.

This is an important time for our students, and small routines at home can make a big difference. We encourage families to continue supporting students by ensuring they get adequate rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time each day. Just as important, your words of encouragement help set a positive tone—remind them that you are proud of their effort and that they are prepared to do their best.

We are proud of the growth our students have shown this year, and we are confident they will continue to demonstrate their learning during these final assessments.

Thank you for trusting us and for being such an important part of your child’s educational journey.

With appreciation,

Sincerely,

Bianca Robles
Parent Support Specialist

Email: birobles@dallasisd.org

Office Phone: (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.

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.

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

Website: https://lang.dallasisd.org/

Location: 1678 Chenault St. Dallas TX 75228

Phone: (972) 925-2400

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