Parent Newsletter
Jan 24th - Jan 28th
Martin Weiss School of Leadership will be a premier school of choice serving the Oak Cliff community with pride and excellence that prepares students to lead both nationally and globally by facilitating data-driven, leadership focused, project-based instruction.
Parent please remember:
If you wish to see the Spanish version of this document or any other language you will need to click on the document the page will reopen under Smore Newsletters. You will then click on the button that will Translate the document to the language you wish to choose. You will find the Translate button either on the top left-hand corner or at the bottom of the document click on the button and chose the language of your choice. If you need any assistance you can call 972-749-4000 Mrs. Cotter will be happy to assist you.
Padres porfavor recuerden:
Si desea ver la versión en español de este documento o cualquier otro idioma tendrá que hacer clic en el documento la página se volverá a abrir en Smore Newsletters. A continuación, haga clic en el botón que traducirá el documento al idioma que desee elegir. Encontrará el botón Traducir (Translate) en la esquina superior izquierda o en la parte inferior del documento haga clic en el botón y elija el idioma de su elección. Si necesita ayuda, puede llamar al 972-749-4000 La Sra. Cotter estará encantado de ayudarle.
Please join us on Monday evening for our Virtual Parent Conferences from 4pm - 6pm. We want to share with you all your child has learned and will learn before May. This parent conference is all about developing leaders. Our young leaders will led the parent conferences by sharing with you their goals and how they plan to reach their goals before the end of the school year. When you login, we ask that you have your student with you and allow your child to share with the teacher. If you are unable to attend on this Monday, please schedule a time with your child's teacher to meet. Your student needs your support as they strive to be the best leader they can be.
We are still battling the fight against COVID. We sent out a call out reminding parents of ways to help us keep the campus as safe as possible. We are asking that if your child has come in close contact with anyone that is showing symptoms of COVID or has been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID that you keep your child at home. You will simply need to call us at 972-749-4000 and let us know your child is a close contact and we will provide next steps. Also, if your child shows any symptoms of COVID which can include a sore throat, headaches, vomiting, fever, body aches, congestions, runny nose, or diarrhea they should stay home. If your child has these symptoms, please call us and let us know. We advise testing for COVID or speaking with a health professional. Also, if your child is positive, please call us and let us know so we can follow protocol regarding attendance and any close contacts. If you help us by following these guidelines it will help us greatly as we do all we can to keep our campus as safe as possible.
As always, if you have questions or concerns, please contact us at 972-749-4000 and we will do our very best to provide you with the information you need.
Sincerely,
Principal Merritt
No Tardies and Perfect Attendance
Perfect attendance is a goal for all of our students. We understand emergencies happen and students are sometimes ill. If your child is not experiencing an illness with fever or COVID related symptoms, we ask that they come to school.
If your student has 0 tardy slips & 0 absences, they will be eligible for FREE DRESS FRIDAY at the end of the grading cycle!!!!!
Thanks,
Attendance Committee
Masks are REQUIRED for EVERYONE!!!!!
Arrival & Dismissal Updates for Drop Off & Pick Up
Important Upcoming Dates
Monday, January 17th - No School in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
Monday, January 24th - Virtual Parent Conferences
Friday, January 28th - Coffee with the Principal at 9am
Virtual Parent Conference Night - Monday 4pm - 6pm
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DVSBYTqjqvgBgqLPXECvYqXRSJpOMdl0-xEyId0l0dw/edit?usp=sharing
Join us for Coffee with the Principal - Friday @ 9am
We need to hear from our parents!!! Join our PTO!!!!!
What is the best mask for kids with Omicron spreading? Experts weigh in
What parents should know about Omicron
COVID Protocol
If you anyone in your home is diagnosed with COVD-19, please keep your student(s) at home and contact us with information regarding date of diagnosis.
If your child has symptoms of COVID-19, please keep your student(s) at home, contact your medical provider, and contact us regarding the absence.
If your child has been a close contact of a person who has been diagnosed with COVID-19, please keep your child home, contact your medical provider, and contact us regarding the absence.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the main office at 972-749-4000.
COVID Testing at Ellis Field House
- Ellis Davis Field House, 9191 S. Polk St., offers free COVID tests. Appointments are preferred at Ellis Davis, but walk-ups are also accepted. Make an appointment for Ellis Davis at testing.nomihealth.com/signup/texas.
Extra pair of clothes
Panda Express Readers
Leaders are Readers !!!!!
Our Young Leaders at Weiss were given bookmarks to track their reading.
If a Leader completes the reading tracker with teacher's signature,
they earn a FREE KIDS MEAL at PANDA EXPRESS.
5th Grade Parents
LAST DAY TO APPLY - JAN 31ST
Complete Application
Learn more about options in Dallas ISD
https://www.dallasisd.org/Page/79159
Visit School Finder to see which schools are a good fit & learn about locations.
https://dallasisd.schoolmint.net/school-finder/home
Email Ms. Daniels for any score or report card request needed to complete your application.
In Person Application Assistance:
Office of Centralized Enrollment & Magnet Programs
O.N.E. Center @ Kathlyn Joy Gilliam
1700 E Camp Wisdom Rd Dallas, TX 75232
Parent Request for Counseling Services
Are you concerned about your child and need to speak with the school counselor?
Ms. Daniels can be reached at tidaniels@dallasisd.org
If an emergency, please call 911.
SEL in Action at Home January 2022 - Collaboration
Weiss Leader in Me Program
Your child will learn about the importance of being an effective leader and finding their voice. Students will spend the first 15 minutes of the morning learning the habits of highly effective people, developing academic and personal goals, and organization with their own leadership notebook.
https://www.leaderinme.com/resources/kids-teach-the-7-habits
Dallas Public Library
Turn Around Agenda Resources
City of Dallas resources
Campus Rating
We are Committed to Providing Excellent Customer Service
MARTIN WEISS SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP
Website: www.dallas.org/weiss
Location: 8601 Willoughby Boulevard, Dallas, TX, USA
Phone: 972-749-4000
Twitter: @MartinWeissSOL