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The mission of George Bannerman Dealey is to provide an exemplary education that develops and empowers all students to become productive citizens in our global society.

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Dealey Dragons,

We hope you had a rejuvenating summer break, filled with cherished moments spent with family and loved ones. As we embark on a new academic year, I am grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow together, and I can't wait to create more wonderful memories with all of you.

Mark Your Calendar: Meet the Teacher Night - August 10th

Dealey families, please save the date for our Meet the Teacher Night on August 10th. This important event offers an opportunity for you to meet our exceptional staff. We will share our expectations and goals for the year. Middle school students will also receive their class schedules during this event, ensuring a smooth transition into the new term.

Together, We Thrive

At Dealey, we believe in fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration. We encourage all students, teachers, and parents to work together, supporting one another in our journey of lifelong learning. By harnessing our collective strengths, we can create an environment where every individual thrives and achieves their full potential.

Embracing Growth and Development

As we kickstart this academic year, let's remember that learning is a continuous journey. Together, we'll embrace challenges, celebrate successes, and grow both academically and personally. Whether it's mastering new curriculum, leading extracurricular activities, or engaging with colleagues, we're committed to providing a well-rounded education for all our students.

Stay Informed

Stay tuned for future newsletters, where we'll share exciting updates on school events, achievements, and opportunities. We value open communication and encourage you all to share celebrations or questions with us.

Join Us in Building Our Dealey Culture

We are truly grateful to have such a supportive and engaged community at Dealey. Let's continue to work hand in hand, building a nurturing and inspiring environment where every student can flourish.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. We look forward to an amazing year ahead!

Sincerely,

Cristina Ibarra, Principal

August 10th: Meet the Teacher Night 4:00pm-6:00pm

August 12th: Summer Family Social 9:00am-11:00am (Large Playground)

August 14th: First Day of School

Click on image below for the powerpoint link:

Resources:

Our educators have successfully completed Reading Academies to enhance their knowledge and implementation of evidence-based practices, leading to improved student literacy achievement.

The book "Powerful Literacy in the Montessori Classroom: Aligning Reading Research and Practice" utilizes the Scarborough reading rope as its organizational framework, integrating language comprehension and word recognition. Each chapter explores specific sub-strands, enabling educators to establish connections with best practices.

This book is highly recommended for professional development book studies, as it can facilitate meaningful discussions on "The Science of Teaching Reading."

The importance of background knowledge in reading and understanding.

• The Knowledge Gap: N. Wexler

Amplify Podcast

• https://amplify.com/science-of-reading-the-podcast/
• The Science of Reading in the Montessori classroom with Susan Zoll, Natasha Feinberg, Laura Saylor

With the help of Dealey CILT (Campus Instructional Leadership Team) , I was able to create a framework of Montessori and the alignment to the Science of Reading. When you look at the graphic above, you can see the different stages in learning how to read. I've also included the Language lessons that contribute to each category.

There will be specific training for campus CILT team members and the associated responsibilities to include:

● Serve on the campus training team to provide updates and training on curriculum materials.

● Serve as the liaison between the campus and the Teaching and Learning Department to provide answers and information regarding the curriculum.

● Attend specific professional learning for C.I.L.T. team members.

● Be an advocate for the high quality instructional materials implementation.

K-2 Reading: Ayanna Akinyemi

3-5 Reading: Betty Thompson

6-8 Reading: Aaronda Smith

K-2 Math: Leah Chandler

3-5 Math: Steve Kauffman

6-8 Math: Lan-Anh Nguyen

Vertical Math Lead: Jill Emery

School Supply Lists

Check out your teacher's school supply list here. Middle schoolers will get their final schedules at the August "Meet The Teacher" event, so you should wait on purchasing supplies for your electives until then. As a reminder, ALL students are now required clear or mesh backpacks for the upcoming school year.

The first day of school begins on August 14, 2023! DISD 2023-2024 Student Calendar Please use the link above to access the base calendar for our school.

Show your Dealey Pride! Order your Dealey gear today!

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Now is a great time to start shopping for school uniforms!

Tops: White or Royal Blue

Bottoms: Slacks/Shorts/Skirts/Jumpers: Black, Navy, Khaki

Logo on the uniform is not mandatory. You may buy uniforms with from the Dragon Wagon or without the logo from your local retailer.

Leggings only allowed under skirts.

Walmart Uniforms

Target Uniforms

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As one of the best schools in Dallas, we provide an exemplary Montessori education that empowers all students to become productive citizens in our global society.

Email: cribarra@dallasisd.org
Website: https://www.dallasisd.org/dealey
Location: 6501 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, USA
Phone: (972) 794-8400
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