Pride Preview Vol. 38

Principal's Message

Before we jump into our final shoutouts of the year, I want to take a moment to simply say: thank you. This year, we asked you to "Level Up," and you delivered. From navigating active construction zones and classroom moves to pushing our accountability rating to a "B", you have proven time and time again that the strength of the Lipscomb Pride is unmatched.

This week brings the close of a monumental chapter. I hope you take time to look back at the incredible growth of your students and feel deeply proud of the impact you’ve made. Please review the end-of-year checkout items carefully so we can wrap up smoothly.

As we close out the year, let’s remain committed to maintaining strong routines, expectations, and safety procedures until the very last minute. Students thrive on consistency, and we never want to unintentionally practice habits or routines that we would not want carried into next year. Let’s continue modeling excellence, structure, and safety in every space across our campus.

Finish strong, pack up your rooms with care, and get ready for a well-deserved summer.

Excellence, Not Without Effort! - Mr. Carter

🦁✨📣Shoutouts!!🦁✨📣

Shout out to Ms. Owens for an amazing TAG K–2 Exhibition! Students showcased the IB learner profile traits of being Inquirers, Communicators, Thinkers, and Risk-Takers through creative and confident presentations. Thank you for creating such a meaningful learning experience for our students!
Shout out to Ms. Timms and all sponsoring teachers for an outstanding Fifth Grade PYP IB Exhibition! Students used art and activism to address real-world issues while demonstrating the IB learner profile traits of being Caring, Principled, Open-Minded, and Reflective. Thank you for empowering student voice and global-minded thinking!
Shout out to all teachers for planning wonderful End-of-the-Year Awards Ceremonies! Families were filled with pride as students celebrated their accomplishments. Thank you for your dedication, love, and commitment to helping our Lions grow and succeed!
Shout out to Ms. Jackson, Ms. Burns, and Ms. Johnson for organizing a beautiful Cheer Team End-of-the-Year Banquet! Thank you for creating a special celebration that honored our cheerleaders and brought families together to celebrate a successful year!

🦁✨ Special Shout Out to Mrs. Paula Johnson! ✨🦁

Shout out to Ms. Johnson for the incredible care, love, and dedication you have shown to our students and staff throughout the years! From greeting students with kindness each day to ensuring our cafeteria ran smoothly, your impact has reached far beyond the lunchroom. Thank you for always putting kids first, supporting our staff, and helping create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone at Lipscomb. Your service, heart, and commitment to our school community will never be forgotten. We wish you a joyful and well-deserved retirement — you will always be part of the Lipscomb Pride family!

WEEK AT A GLANCE

Announcements by 5A

Monday, May 25
- Memorial Day (No School)
Tuesday, May 26
- 2:45pm - Staff Inflatable Costume Race
Wednesday, May 27
- 12:00pm - 5th Grade Clapout
- 12:15pm - Early Release
- 1:00pm - Staff EOY Luncheon @ Mexico Lindo
Thursday, May 28
- Teacher Work Day to complete EOY Checkout
- Scoresheets Due

Half-Day Modified Schedule

Specials — May 27, 2026

3rd Grade: 8:15–8:45
Kinder / PK: 8:45–9:15
- PK covered by TAs
1st Grade: 9:15–9:45
2nd Grade: 9:45–10:15
4th Grade: 10:15–10:45
5th Grade: 10:45–11:15

Lunch Schedule

10:30 AM — 1st Floor
11:00 AM — 2nd Floor
11:30 AM — 3rd Floor

Reminder

Teachers: Complete the cafeteria form placed in your cubbies and return it to Ms. Johnson’s cafeteria cubby.

🎯ACTION ITEMS 🎯

🎯 EOY Checklist

🎯Device Inventory

🎯Committees Form

🎯Staff Superlatives Final Ballot (DUE EOD Tomorrow, May 26th)

🎯EOY Staff Survey

🎯Two-Way Communication Tool for Teachers

Summer Dates

July 13: Principals return
July 20: Assistant Principals return
July 23: CILT Training
July 28–30: New Teacher Academy. July 28 will serve as a campus-based day
August 3: Teachers return
August 3–7: Campus Teacher Professional Development

August 6: Elective Teacher Training (central location)
August 7 & 10: Teacher Work Days

August 11: First Day of School

CAMPUS-WIDE NEWS

Summer Learning

As a reminder, registration for Dallas ISD Summer Professional Learning is open. Please encourage continue reviewing sessions and planning accordingly. Completion of the required summer learning hours will allow teachers to flex their workday on October 12, 2026 and November 3, 2026. Teachers should register for one “Flex Day 1” session and one “Flex Day 2” session.

The Professional & Digital Learning website includes the Summer Learning Catalog, Participant Guide, registration information, and session details.

📋 End-of-Year Checkout Checklist

Please carefully review the full EOY Checklist to ensure the following action items are completed before you leave for the summer. Please note: no final checkouts will happen before noon on Thursday.

EOY Checklist

2026-2027 Bilingual Stipend - Required Professional Development

The Dual Language Academy for the 2026-2027 stipend will be available in Cornerstone beginning August 1, 2026.
Eligible employees must complete this training by November 1, 2026, to be eligible to receive the bilingual stipend.
Eligible employees can enroll in the session by logging into Cornerstone and selecting 2026-2027 Dual Language Academy for Bilingual Teachers and/or Qualifying Licensed Professional Support.

MASTER SCHEDULE FEEDBACK FORM

EOY Forms

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📖 DISTRICT NEWS

INSTRUCTION

OPERATIONS

End-of-Year Technology Reminders

Student Devices: Ensure all student devices remain on campus for summer maintenance. If a student needs a device for end-of-year assignments, please use a shared campus device.

Classroom Displays: If you did not finish last week, please prep your digital displays for summer software updates by unplugging cords, wrapping them securely, turning screens away from direct sunlight, and labeling all remotes and pens.