Parent Newsletter
August 7
With so much happening the next few weeks, here are the most important announcements:
Testing Reminder:
- The STAAR/EOC testing will take place tomorrow, Tuesday, April 23rd. AP Exams will also begin on May 6th.
End of School Year:
- We have five more weeks left before the last day of school on May 24th. Please note that May 21st through the 24th are early release days for all students, and we are awaiting the district's confirmation on the release times.
Upcoming Events:
- Middle School Awards: May 7th
- High School Awards: May 9th
- Graduation: May 26th at Forrester Field House, starting at 6:00 p.m. This year, each student will be allowed ten tickets for guests.
Teacher Appreciation Week:
- Teacher Appreciation Week will be observed from May 6th through the 10th. Let's celebrate and show gratitude to our dedicated teachers for their hard work and commitment to your child's education.
Celebrations from the Week:
Under the Sea Prom Night:
- Our Seniors and Juniors had a wonderful night Under the Sea; thank you to everyone who participated and made it memorable.
Rangel Middle School Debaters:
- Over the weekend, our middle school debaters competed in Houston. Congratulations to Natasha Velazquez, Martha Montes, Miranda Murillo, and Isabel Contreras for reaching the finals of the Middle School State Championship. Despite a strong fight, the team secured 2nd place, with Martha Montes earning the title of top speaker.
We appreciate all families for their ongoing support and partnership in the success of our students. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community.
Calendar of Events
Rangel Uniform Expectations
Choral Department Presents Disney Week - April 29th thru May 2nd
Check Out Rangel and YWPN Summer Camps/Programs
8th Grade Camp has been added to the booklet! Check it out!!
24-25 Testing Calendar
G.I.R.L.S LIfe and Wellness Journal- Fall Issue 5 Available Here!
College Success Updates
College Success | Updates:
Congratulations to our YWPN Scholarship recipients: Eva Anderson and Maritza Maldonado. They have been awarded $20,000 for college- way to go!
TWO of our seniors are recipients of the Terry Scholarship. Michelle Trevino and Re Moh will receive full ride scholarships to the University of Texas at Arlington.
The class of 2024 has broken another Rangel record. This year we have 21 Big Tex scholars ($6,000 scholarships)!
Congratulations to senior, Victoria Mata, for receiving the Chancellor Scholarship from TCU.
Congrats to our 4 QuestBridge Prep Scholars from the Class of 2025: Cynithia Cardenas, Brisia Gonzalez, Natalie Alamilla, and Leilani Saucedo.
The class of 2024 has accumulated $10 million in scholarships and more to come!
FAFSA/TASFA| Updates:
- As of April 22nd, 47.50% of Rangel's senior class has submitted their FAFSA/TASFA. This number does not include paper FAFSAs and workarounds.
ASP Events | Updates:
- ASP-affiliated schools Molina and Thomas Jefferson HS will host consortium student sessions for Cornell, Emory, Pomona, Rice, and WashU on May 1st and 2nd.
Rangel Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
Parents and guardians,
We kindly remind you to utilize the carpool lane when dropping off and picking up your child in the morning and afternoon. The pink sign your child gave you is to assist with any Dallas Police blockades into our school, not to enter bus lane. With the Texas State Fair traffic, it is crucial to keep Pennsylvania Ave clear for buses only. Please refrain from using the bus lane as you will be turned away.
Additionally, we urge you not to block the carpool lane with stopped traffic on Robert B. Cullum. Blocking traffic or stopping in other lanes puts your child in danger. Let's prioritize their safety by keeping the carpool lane accessible and flowing smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in ensuring a safe and efficient drop-off and pick-up process for all students.
Counselor Referral Form For Parents and Faculty
Parents and Guardians,
If you feel it necessary to have a counselor reach out to your daughter, please use the form below. Our counselors will review and reach out to your students as soon as they can to help them through the issue that has been reported.