The Community Champion Chronicle ⛄
December 15 - December 19 - Winter Break Edition
Dear Champion Families,
Next week is an important one for our students—ACP/SMC Testing Week. These mid-year assessments help us measure student growth, celebrate their achievements, and identify areas where additional support may be needed. Your encouragement and partnership are key to helping students feel confident, focused, and ready to do their best.
How You Can Support Your Student Next Week
🚫 No Backpacks Allowed
For smoother and faster entrance during test days, students are encouraged NOT to bring backpacks, as all students must go through metal detectors.
❄️ Ensure they get plenty of rest each night
🍎 Students should eat breakfast
🕒 Have students arrive on time daily
📚 Encourage your student to try their best
📘 SMC / ACP Testing Schedule
Monday, 12/15/2025
• 1st Period Assessment
• 2nd Period Assessment
Tuesday, 12/16/2025
• 4th Period Assessment
• 5th Period Assessment
Wednesday, 12/17/2025 — Early Release 1:50 PM
• 3rd Period Assessment
• 6th Period Assessment
Thursday, 12/18/2025 — Early Release 1:50 PM
• 7th Period Assessment
• 8th Period Assessment
Friday, 12/19/2025 — Early Release 1:50 PM
• 9th Period Assessment
• 10th Period Assessment
⏰ Important Notes
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Students will have a 2-hour testing window for each exam.
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Early Release Days: December 17–19 at 1:50 PM
Winter Break
Winter Break begins after dismissal on Friday, December 19, 2025. ❄️✨
We hope all families take this time to rest, relax, and enjoy special moments together.
Return to School
Students return on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. We look forward to welcoming back our Champions, refreshed and ready to continue their journey of growth, learning, and success.
Thank you for all you do to support our students. Together, we celebrate their achievements and help them reach new heights!
Warm regards,
Jessica Weems
Principal, Harold W. Lang Sr. Middle School
💜💛🏆 United in Growth. Driven by Grit. Destined for Greatness.
Executive Director Jonica Crowder
Lang families if you have any executive-level questions or concerns, please contact ED Crowder directly at jlockwood@dallasisd.org
Assistant Principal Rene Flores (6th grade Boys & 8th Grade)
To contact AP Flores please email renflores@dallasisd.org
Assistant Principal Keshawn Johnson (6th grade Girls & 7th Grade)
To contact AP Johnson please email kesjohnson@dallasisd.org
Winter Break is almost here! As we wrap up a wonderful first semester, we want to wish all our Lang families a safe, restful, and joyful break.
Winter Break will take place from Monday, December 22, 2025, and students will return to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 ready to begin a strong second semester.
During the break, we encourage students to spend time reading, engaging in creative activities, and recharging for the months ahead. We’ve also included a few helpful reminders below:
– Safety & Wellness: Talk with your students about internet safety, mental wellness, and healthy habits. Community resources and support are available if needed.
– January Reminders: Please review campus expectations for dress code, attendance, and cell phone policies as we begin the new semester.
– Upcoming Events: Look out for January events, parent workshops, Volunteer opportunities, PTA sign up, testing dates, and 8th grade high school application reminders.
During Winter Break, we encourage families to enjoy time together and explore fun community activities. One great option is the Happy Holidays event at the White Rock Library, which offers crafts, activities, and family-friendly fun throughout the break. You can learn more about their events here:
👉 White Rock Library Winter Break Event:
https://dallaslibrary.librarymarket.com/event/happy-holidays-479360
This is a wonderful opportunity for students to stay engaged, creative, and connected to the community during the break!
We hope your family enjoys this special time together. Thank you for your partnership and support—we look forward to seeing our Champions in the Making back in January!
Sincerely,
Bianca Robles
Parent Support Specialist
Email: birobles@dallasisd.org
Office Phone: (972) 502-1011
🐵Join the Jungle Bells Event at the Dallas Zoo🦁
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is hosting Jungle Bells on Tue. December 9th from 5:30 to 9 pm at the Dallas Zoo. No registration needed and parking is free.
🐵Únete al evento Jungle Bells en el Zoológico de Dallas🦁
United Way Metropolitana de Dallas presenta Jungle Bells el Martes 9 de Diciembre de 5:30 a 9 p.m. en el Zoológico de Dallas. No es necesario registrarse y el estacionamiento es gratuito.
✨Christmas at Fair Park is BACK! ✨
Join Viola’s House for our annual Winter Wonderland celebration on December 14th from 12–4pm at the Fair Park Tower Building (Gate 5)!
- Free Toys
- Coats & Diapers
- Food & Fun for Everyone
This year is bigger and better—no pre registration required! First come, first served.
Qualifications: Must have at least one child in the belly or one child 36 months or younger. All siblings will receive a toy.
✨¡La Navidad en Fair Park ha VUELTO!✨
¡Únete a la Casa de Viola para nuestra celebración anual del País de las Maravillas Invernal el 14 de diciembre de 12:00 a 16:00 h en el Edificio Fair Park Tower (Puerta 5)!
- Juguetes gratis
- Abrigos y pañales
- Comida y diversión para todos
Este año es más grande y mejor: ¡no se requiere inscripción previa! Se atiende por orden de llegada.
Requisitos: Debe haber al menos una mama embarazada y/o un niño de 36 meses o menos. Todos los hermanos recibirán un juguete.
Community Tree Lighting🎄
Free community event: Join Dallas Park and Recreation on Sunday Dec. 14th from 3 to 7 pm at Kiest Park Softball Complex for the Community Tree Lighting. Tree Lighting begins at 6.
Families can enjoy inflatable, crafts, and food trucks!
Iluminación del Árbol Comunitario🎄
Evento comunitario gratuito: Acompañe a Parques y Recreación de Dallas el domingo 14 de Diciembre, de 3 a 7 p.m., en el Complejo de Sóftbol de Kiest Park, para la Iluminación del Árbol Comunitario. La iluminación del árbol comienza a las 6 p.m.
¡Las familias podrán disfrutar de inflables, artesanías y camiones de comida!
Winter Break Meals To-Go⛄
During Winter Break, Dallas ISD is offering free Break Meal services for children 18 and under, and for students with disabilities of any age.
Each child will receive two days’ worth of breakfast and lunch meals to enjoy at home for each pick-up day.
Meals are designed to be heated and served at your convenience. Children must be present to pick up meals.
Comidas para llevar durante las vacaciones de invierno⛄
Durante las vacaciones de invierno, el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Dallas ofrece comidas gratuitas para niños menores de 18 años y estudiantes con discapacidades de cualquier edad.
Cada niño recibirá desayuno y almuerzo para dos días, para disfrutar en casa cada día de recogida.
Las comidas están diseñadas para calentarse y servirse a su conveniencia. Los niños deben estar presentes para recogerlas.
Annual Title 1 Meeting
Join us December 2, 2025 at 10:00 am OR December 4, 2025 at 4:30 pm for our Annual Title 1 Meeting.
Champions is Action! Saturday School
Lang Champions! Join us Dec. 6 for Math & Reading Saturday School! 🏆 #PioneerPride
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.
It is a way to identify who should/should not be on our campus at all time.
- 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.
📵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.
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Email: jweems@dallasisd.org
Website: https://lang.dallasisd.org/
Location: 1678 Chenault St. Dallas TX 75228
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