Good Afternoon,

Yesterday afternoon there were about 30 protesters in front of Dealey. None of these protesters were Dealey families, staff or students, and none of them seemed to have any connections or knowledge of our school. I was hurt by what I read on the signs that they carried, and I was angered that the protesters would endanger our students by protesting during the school day.

I was also inspired by how our students, staff and families responded. Families posted signs of support on our yard and in their car windows, our community sent food, and treats to our staff, and we received countless emails supporting our staff and students. Our staff worked together to adjust our systems and communication to keep our students and each other safe. Everyone came together in support of our school.

After a safe dismissal, I watched the handful of remaining protesters from the window in my office, and I thought “these people have no idea who we are”. But we know who we are.

We live our Mission.

We are guided by our Core Values in all of our decisions and actions.

We are the best public Montessori school in the state of Texas.

We are the flagship and exemplar Montessori in Dallas ISD.

We are the 4th best Middle School in the state of Texas (Hub Article)

We had over 700 applicants test to try to join our community each year.

We have a staff that believes that learning is living and kids come first.

We have a community that believes that education is the greatest weapon for Peace.

We have students, families and staff that love our school.

We are Dealey.

Please keep this thread going by posting some good news on social media using #wearedealey and share to Dealey Montessori and International Academy *Official* on FB and @dallasisd and @gbdealeydragons on Instagram and @DallasISDMedia and @BWingDisd on Twitter.

Dragons breathe fire!

Much love,

Ms. Wing

Parent Conferences this Week

Your teacher will reach out with specific information.

Volunteers on Campus

The district has altered the Covid policy, and we can allow volunteers inside the building now. Your teachers will reach out with opportunities.

Virtual High School Night for 7th and 8th graders

October 21st

Virtual High School Night

COVID Updates

We have had 4 cases of COVID at Dealey since school started. Here is the district's COVID 19 Handbook if you need information about protocols. https://www.dallasisd.org/Page/77415

SBDM

Please see list of updates from SBDM SBDM Principal’s Report

All Community Dates (George Bannerman Dealey) are here

Oct 18 Parent Conferences (scheduled by teacher via zoom)

Oct 18 Visit from Hamlin Collegiate Elementary School (https://hamlincollegiate.com/es/

Oct 18 GT Testing begins

Oct 21 PSAT for 8th graders

Oct 21 Virtual High School Night for 7th and 8th graders

Oc 22 Picture Day Individual

Oct 27 Principal for the Day

If you would like to send some love to a staff member, please complete this form.

Ms. Tindle for the interesting and informative Hispanic Heritage Month country reports and trivia

Everyone that sent love and support to our school during this difficult week

Teachers taking their students to the Pumpkin Patch

PreK-6 Teachers that engaged in a Montessori Cultural Sequence Training

All of the students for staying calm and peaceful and cooperating on Friday

Ms. Testut and the first every 4-6 Robotics Team

Mr. Cherryholmes for getting Dealey to host a Robotics Tournament

From our Community

Mrs. Thompson is wonderful about being both structured and nurturing. Mrs. Thompson builds meaningful relationships with her students, is an advocate for children, and enourages them to continuously learn and grow!Erika Karam

Ms. Winners is a constant source of support for my 8th grader! We are so grateful to her! Mr. Cherryholmes has been very patient and communicative with my son, helping him to get supports in place with his other teachers and is a great Advisor that has my kid excited to come to school. Thanks to both!Stephanie Kirkham

Mr. Mazur My kiddos get so excited for Art Class. We love hearing and seeing what they learn each week. Their enthusiasm for art is contagious. Thank you Mr. Mazur for inspiring our kids to create and appreciate beauty each week.Sammie Cho

Mrs. Parks’ dedication to her students is evident in all she does. She recently had to be away from school and went above and beyond making herself available to her students. My child feels loved, challenged and seen in her class. It is so heartwarming to see their connection. Thank you Mrs. Parks for your devotion to our kiddos. We adore you.Sammie Cho