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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.

Dear Dealey Families,

What a wonderful first week of school! 💙 I want to extend my sincere THANK YOU to our students, families, faculty, staff, PTA, and entire Dealey community for helping us begin the 2026–2027 school year with such positive energy and excitement.

A special thank you to all of our parents and families who joined us for the Boohoo Woohoo Breakfast on the first day of school! 🥹🎉 Whether you were celebrating the excitement of a new school year, wiping away a few first-day tears, or doing a little bit of both, it was wonderful to see our Dealey families come together. We are also incredibly grateful to our Dealey PTA for hosting this special tradition and creating such a warm welcome for our families. 💙🐉

As we head into Week 2, we also have something BIG to celebrate!

Last week, the Texas Education Agency released the latest school accountability ratings, and I am incredibly proud to share that George Bannerman Dealey Montessori and International Academy is an “A” campus ONCE AGAIN! 🎉🐉💙

CONSISTENTLY EXCELLENT!

This continued achievement is not the result of one moment, one test, or one school year. It reflects the consistent efforts of our entire school community—our teachers maintaining high expectations, our students working hard and challenging themselves, our families supporting learning at home, and our staff remaining committed to providing an exceptional educational experience every single day.

Consistent efforts lead to excellence.

That is the message I want us to carry into Week 2 and throughout this school year. Excellence isn’t something we simply achieve once and celebrate—it is something we practice, protect, and pursue consistently.

Our continued A rating affirms what we already know about our Dragons: we don’t just strive for excellence—we make excellence our standard. 🐉🔥

Thank you, Dealey families, for your continued partnership and trust. We had a fantastic first week, and I am excited about everything ahead of us this year.

Here’s to another great week of learning, growing, exploring, and thriving!

Explore Deeply. Thrive Globally. 🌎🐉

With Dragon Pride,

Ms. Amber Garrett

Principal

George Bannerman Dealey Montessori and International Academy

Please see the important reminders below:

Tuesday, August 18th, 2026

Ms. Powell’s Meet the Teacher and Open House
5:00–6:00 p.m. | Auditorium
Please note that all other teachers will participate in Open House on Thursday, August 6th.

Monday, August 24th, 2026
Family Information Form Due - Link Here

Tuesday, August 25th, 2026

Dragons Fly 2028 South Korea Interest Meeting

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Auditorium

🏫 Back-to-School Reminders

Please mark your calendars and continue checking your email and the Dealey website for additional updates.

Families are encouraged to:

• Deliver student medications and required documentation directly to the school clinic.
• Re-establish school-night bedtime and morning routines.
• Purchase Dealey spirit wear and uniform shirts through the Dealey PTA Dragon website.
• Review arrival, dismissal, transportation, and campus procedures.

Afterschool Badge Process – Important Reminder

For the safety of our students, ALL adults working with Dealey students after school must have a district-issued badge. This includes PTA volunteers, Dealey Soccer, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Baseball, Basketball, and all other extracurricular providers.

Process to Obtain Your Badge:

1. Fill out the Dealey Afterschool Adult Volunteer Security Form
   
   

2. Be VOLY approved — sign up on the VOLY website
   
   

3. Stop by the office to take your badge photo. Each adult will need to be issued a permanent badge that must be worn while on campus. You may coordinate with Ms. Vara to come take your picture anytime in the main office.
   
   

If you are a parent who is volunteering in one of these afterschool programs, please complete the steps above. Thank you for helping us keep Dealey safe and secure!

FAQ:

• Do all parents need a badge?
  No — only adults who are actively working with students after school through a program or organization need a badge.
  
  

• I’m just picking up my child after school. Do I need a badge?
  No — picking up your child does not require a badge.
  
  

• Do I need a permanent badge as a volunteer during the school day?
  No — regular volunteers will adhere to the process from last year:
  
  

1. Be VOLY approved-sign up on Voly website
   
   

2. Stop by the office for a Raptor sticker badge- Must bring State ID.
   
   

• Who can I contact if I have questions?
  Please reach out to Ms. Vara at dvara@dallasisd.org or contact the Dealey front office for guidance.
  
  

We look forward to getting our extracurriculars started back up again soon!

Questions? Contact Mrs.Vara at dvara@dallasisd.org.

Thanks,

Jennie McGuire

Dealey Front Office Staff

Ms. Garrett, Principal

📢 Calling all CHAMPIONS! 📢

The 2026–2027 school year is right around the corner, and there’s still a little time for your child to jump into the after-school fun right here on campus!

In our awesome after-school programs, your kiddo will make new friends, explore, and learn new things giving you extra time to tackle your to-do list.

💡 Financial Assistance Available!

Explore the many ways Champions makes tuition more affordable by accepting State Subsidy and providing discounts such as employer, sibling, military, and more. Eligibility may vary, contact us to learn more.

📚 Every day at CHAMPIONS, your child can …

🍎 Collaborate with others.

✏️ Explore new interests.

🍎 Discover new ideas in a safe environment.

✏️ Express themselves.

🍎 Problem-solve with buddies.

Questions? Call our site phone at (940) 368-3614 or email your Site Director, Joy Peachee, at Joy.Peachee@discoverchampions.com.

Ready to enroll? Visit us at Champions at George Bannerman Dealey Montessori Academy in Dallas, TX | Before and After School Programs

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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.

6501 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, USA

Principal - Amber Garrett

amgarrett@dallasisd.org

(972) 794-8400

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