Dolphin's Community DECEMBER
DeGolyer's Community Newsletter: December Edition
Power in Unity! Jedi Dolphins 2017-2018
W.T. White Feeder Pattern Mission Statement
We will cultivate a premier learning community to foster globally responsive citizens, personalizing instruction for every student.
Therefore, we are committed to:
· -Providing access to an equitable and high quality education.
· -Promoting citizens who contribute to the common good.
· -Supporting our students academically, socially, and emotionally.
100% OF STUDENTS AT OR ABOVE GRADE LEVEL
E.L. DeGolyer Elementary educates and empowers all students for success by ensuring they are college and career ready citizens.
Upcoming November Events
12/5 Coffee with the principal 8:30 AM
12/7 Jingle bell Run-a-thon
12/11 MakersSpace Monday 3rd-5th graders
12/13 Coffee with Principal for 5th Grade Parents at Marsh Prep @ 9am
12/14 PTA Meeting Performance 7:00 PM
12/18-20 ACP Testing
12/21 Winter Parties
Thank You, Marsh Lane Baptist
Gracias a la Iglesia Bautista Marsh Lane
Durante el comienzo del descanso del dia de accion de gracias, la iglesia Marsh Lane muy amablemente organizó un desayuno para nuestros maestros y personal. Nos sirvieron un desayuno maravilloso, regalaron tarjetas de regalo, y rifaron premios. Lo mas importante fue que compartimos camaradería de corazón y nos bañaron con aprecio. Todos los que atendieron salieron con sus corazones plenos. Gracias, gracias, gracias!
Coffee with the Principal for 5th Grade Parents
Wednesday, Dec 13, 2017, 09:00 AM
Thomas C. Marsh Preparatory Academy, Crown Shore Drive, Dallas, TX, United States
DOLPHIN GALLERY
We were honored to have Mr. Mantecon, Mr. Bridges and Mr. Herman for coming to speak to our scholars on Veterans Day. Thank you for your service!
Tuvimos el honor de tener a Mr. Mantecon, Mr. Bridges y Mr. Herman visitandonos para hablar con nuestros estudiantes el Día de Veteranos. Gracias por su servicio.
Congratulations to our girls basketball team for tying 1st place in the Dallas ISD league. We are very proud of your hard work, dedication and fair play.
Felicidades a nuestro equipo de ninas de baloncesto por empatar en primer lugar en las ligas de Dallas ISD. Estamos muy orgullosos de su esfuerzo, dedicación y juego justo.
DO YOU HAVE A PARENT PORTAL ACCOUNT YET?
The Dallas ISD Parent Portal is a valuable resource available in English and Spanish for parents/guardians to use and become more involved in their children’s education.
Parent Portal provides parents/guardians with three key benefits:
- Secure on-line access to their children's grades, assignments, and attendance
- Email or text alerts of absences and grade average changes
- A two-way communication tool for parents and teachers
***Please complete the application form and return it to your classroom teacher. Ms. Montana will complete the process and you will receive 3 out of uniform passes***
El Portal para Padres del Dallas ISD es un recurso disponible en inglés y en español para que lo utilicen los padres y tutores legales y así puedan participar más en la educación de sus hijos.
El Portal para Padres les ofrece tres beneficios importantes:
- Acceso seguro por internet a las calificaciones, asignaciones y asistencia de sus hijos
- Correo electrónico y mensajes de alerta por ausencias y cambios en el promedio de calificaciones
- Una vía de comunicación entre los padres y maestros
***Por favor complete la aplicación y regrese a su maestro del salon de clases. Ms. Montana lo registrará y el estudiante recibirá tres pases de no uniforme. ***
Volunteer Opportunities!
DeGolyer families and school community, we are in much need of volunteers for the following programs:
- Library Angels- Wednesdays and Fridays
- Book Buddies- every wednesday starting at 9:00 AM
- Cafeteria STARS- Every day from 10:30 AM -12:45 PM
We would love you to participate in our school as a volunteer. These are the easy steps to become a volunteer:
1. Click on this link and complete the online application, you need an email account.
https://dallasisd.voly.org/signup.html
2. Check your approval status in this same website.
3. Once you are approved you can monitor the events available. We have many different opportunities in our campus such as: Library and Cafeteria Angels, Classroom Helpers, Garden or Campus Beautification and more. Also you can help out our teachers with little projects from home. You will also receive emails with our volunteer opportunities.
3. If you have other children in DISD, there is no need to create more than one account.
Oportunidades para ser voluntario
Familias y comunidad escolar de DeGolyer, estamos en mucha necesidad de ayuda para los siguientes programas escolares:
- Angeles de la biblioteca- Miercoles y Viernes
- Book Buddies- Todos los miercoles comenzando a las 9:00 AM
- Cafeteria STARS- De lunes a viernes de 10:30 AM -12:45 PM
Nos encantaría que participe en nuestra escuela como voluntario. Los siguientes son los pasos fáciles para hacerse voluntario.
1. Presione en el sitio internet para hacer su aplicación, necesitará una cuenta de correo electrónico. https://dallasisd.voly.org/signup.html
2. Revise su estatus de aprobación en este mismo sitio.
3. Una vez aprobado usted puede monitorear los eventos disponibles. Tenemos muchas oportunidades disponibles en nuestra escuela como: Ángeles de la biblioteca y cafetería, ayudantes en el salón de clases y mas. También puede ayudar a nuestros maestros con pequeños proyectos desde su casa. También recibirá correos electrónicos con nuestras oportunidades para ser voluntario.
4. Si tiene mas hijos en Dallas ISD no es necesario crear otra cuenta.
Hackaday Mentors
This program will reinforce The Six Pillars of Character with engaging activities. Our goal is to have the students establish a trusting relationship with their mentors in order to maximize their social-emotional skills.
RESPECT
RESPONSABILITY
CITIZENSHIP
CARING
FAIRNESS
TRUSTWORTHINESS
Los estudiantes de la escuela Hockaday vendrán 2 veces por semana a ser mentores de nuestros maravillosos delfines.
El programa reforzará Los Seis Pilares del Carácter con actividades divertidas. Nuestra meta es que los estudiantes establezcan relaciones de confianza con sus mentores para maximizar sus destrezas sociales-emocionales.
RESPETO
RESPONSABILIDAD
CIUDADANIA
GENTILEZA
IGUALDAD
CONFIANZE
Book Buddies
In this reading tutoring program, volunteers will tutor 1st-and 2nd graders. Tutoring sessions focus on strengthening students’ reading comprehension and vocabulary.
Volunteers are matched with two students and work with them once a week in a 30-minute tutoring session.
Es este programa de tutoría de lectura, los voluntarios darán tutoría a nuestros ninos de 1ro y 2do grado. Las sesiones de tutoría se enfocarán en fortalecer la comprensión de lectura y el vocabulario.
Library Angels
Vengan a ayudar a Ms. Bolin a organizar libros, ayudar con proyectos y mas.
BECOME A SPONSOR/PARTNER
Our school is one of the 100 best schools in Dallas County and has amazingly dedicated teachers and staff that give their best to ensure our scholars have a great learning experience. However, there is still work to be done, needs to be met, and opportunities yet to be provided to our scholars. Every one of us can come together to support our kids and help ensure they each graduate prepared for college or career.
Become a sponsor or partner with our school by donating or giving your time as a mentor or volunteer. We understand everyone has a busy schedule but investing in our scholars is a great way to make sure everyone's future looks bright.
For more information on the specific needs in our campus and how you can contribute to our mission and goals please contact Ms. Montana at (972) 794-2816, lmontana@dallasisd.org
Our Wonderful Community Partners
THANK YOU MARSH LN BAPTIST CHURCH FOR AN AMAZING APPRECIATION BREAKFAST
Pastor Hadley presented to Ms. Mays a certificate of appreciation to DeGolyer Teachers and Staff for the many years of service to Dallas children.
El Pastor Hadley presento a Ms. Mays un certificado de apreciación a los maestros y personal de la escuela DeGolyer por todos los años de servicio.
DEGOLYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM
Vision
To provide the highest quality of services and become the best urban school counseling program in the United States.
Mission
To implement a systematic PK -12 data driven school counseling program that will:
- Foster a safe and caring environment
- Empower students to graduate college and career ready
- Inspire students to ultimately become successful and responsible citizens.
GUIDANCE LESSONS CALENDAR
OCTOBER - FAIRNESS
NOVEMBER - RESPONSIBILITY
DECEMBER - DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
JANUARY - TRUSTWORTHINESS
FEBRUARY - CARING
RECURSOS PARA PADRES
MAGNET SCHOOLS
TWO WAY DUAL LANGUAGE
LET'S TEACH OUR CHILDREN DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
MAGNET SCHOOL INFORMATION
Magnet School Applications will be available online December 1, 2017
Las aplicaciones estarán disponibles en línea en Diciembre 1, 2017
THE LIBRARY CORNER
Little Dolphins meet on Tuesday, December 5th for storytime in the Library, 2:00-2:50pm. We will read some books about the holidays and have a craft. Come connect with other parents of preschoolers and see what DeGolyer has to offer!
We had an overwhelming response to the new “MakerSpace Monday” program with over 100 students participating! The final session for 3rd-5th Grade is Monday, December 11, 2017. Look for more information to come about spring semester MakerSpace Mondays after the holidays.
I want to express my sincere appreciation to all who have volunteered for the library this year, whether in Book Fair, MakerSpace Monday, Donor's Choose or helping to shelve the hundreds of books that are circulated each week. Your giving spirit makes these events possible!
"You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."
~ A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh
Everette Lee DeGolyer Elementary
Email: tarmays@dallasisd.org
Website: www.dallasisd.org/degolyer
Location: 3453 Flair Drive, Dallas, TX, United States
Phone: 972-794-2800
Twitter: @DeGolyerElem