Pegasus Central
A Weekly Publication for the Pegasus Family
Week of January 5, 2026
Embedded Files
Student/Staff Holiday - Monday 1/19/26 - MLK Holiday
FAST LANE - most-used links access
FAST LANE - most-used links access
Booker Bulletin LIVE- the live day-to-day log of what is happening in the shared spaces on campus
Live Google link to the Google Calendar of Events, you can add to your Google Calendar
CAMPUS NEWS
CAMPUS NEWS
Quick Reminders/Announcements
Quick Reminders/Announcements
Report Cards go out 1/21
Grades matter to participate-Please be aware that students who are not passing their classes will not be permitted to participate in performances until their grades are back on track.
Prospective Student Open House
Thursday, 1/8, 6-7:30 pm
Jack Evans St. closed for drop-off and pick-up 1/12 & 1/13
Currently, Jack Evans from Flora to the faculty lot will be
closed for crane work on the Winspear Opera House.
Blood Drive 1/15-MAT lobby
Thursday, 1/15, 10 am-2 pm You must be 18 or older to
donate. Parent consent forms are available in the clinic for
anyone under 18.
Next Break will be:
Monday, January 19th, Student and Staff Holiday
Last Chance to buy this year's yearbook-1/30
Don' be left out, we only get a few over runs to sell in May. We sold out of those in 1 hour. 12 people on the waitlist did not get a book. Link here.
Answers to the most asked questions
Answers to the most asked questions
Are tablets allowed at school?
No, tables will be taken up as well as wireless headphones.
Are the free after-school snacks available all year long?
Yes! Every Monday through Friday from 4:30-5:00 pm you just put in your number like you do at lunch and it's free!
What are the deadlines for grants from the Advisory Board?
See the important post below regarding the new changes to the grant submission process and this semester's deadlines.
⭐ Coming Attractions ⭐
⭐ Coming Attractions ⭐
NO SHOWS THIS WEEK * NO SHOWS THIS WEEK * NO SHOWS THIS WEEK
Upcoming Deadlines
December 1 - January 31 - is a rolling deadline for college auditions for seniors.
November 3, midnight - is the deadline for Student Enrichment applications for art supplies, equipment, fall/winter intensives, technology, and college visits/auditions.
February 2, midnight - for musical instruments (no instruments for freshmen), art supplies/equipment, technology, and college visits.
April 1, midnight - for summer intensives (no intensives for seniors), art supplies/equipment, technology (no computers for seniors), and college visits.
New Poicy For All Students Applying for Advisory Board Grants:
The Advisory Board is initiating a new policy for the essay portion of the grant application. All students applying for a grant will be required to write their essay in the library during Flex/Work it Wednesday and run their essay through Turn It In software. Faculty and Advisory Board representatives will be in the library to assist with the process. For any student submitting an application for the February 1st deadline, essays can be written and submitted on January 21st or 28th. If you have questions please email Tonya Perkins at tperkins@artsmagnet.org. Application and application guidelines may be accessed at artsmagnet.smapply.org
Deadlines for Grants for Students
Help is available in the Library each Thursday during lunch. If you have questions, please email Tonya Perkins at tperkins@artsmagnet.org.
All applications are completed online at www.artsmagnet.smapply.org and must include:
Current transcript
Artistic resume
Family Household Income
Portfolio (photos for visual artists, set or costume design; scripts for screenwriters; or video of dance, music, theater performance)
Budget for requested item(s)
Essay- 250-300 words about how the requested item will help you succeed at Booker T and in the future
Up to 3 letters of recommendation- at least one must be from a conservatory teacher who can speak to the specifics of the request
Signed parent consent form
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
How to pay for college
How to pay for college
Brought to you by the PTSA
If you have a college-bound student, this program is for you...
(Regardless if your income $50,000 or $500,000 per year!)
The PTSA is excited to host this college-planning class that reveals the latest ways to reduce the high cost of college. Not only will you find this to be the most productive 80 minutes you’ve spent planning for college thus far, but you’ll be entertained as well! Parents of freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will likely benefit!
FOR MORE INFO AND TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT: https://tinyurl.com/BTWHS-01-2026
SEE YOU THERE! Please share the social media posts with other parents and anyone else you know will benefit.
School Family Food Pantry - Now Open to All Families!
We're excited to announce the opening of our School Family Food Pantry, designed to support our entire school community.
Stop by and browse a variety of groceries and household essentials. Families are invited to pick up items that work best for their home. No sign-up required-just a community resource available to everyone. You can also use the handy checklist and have a bag ready for pickup.
When: Monday -Friday, 8:30-4:30pm (or arrange another time independently.)
Where: School Nurses Office-Or Main Office
Whether you're grabbing a few extra ingredients for meals or exploring what's new on the shelves, we're here to make life a little easier.
All families are welcome. Come by and get what you can use. For more information, please contact Nurse Wiley in the clinic.
Phone number pwiley@dallasisd.org or (972) 925-1207
Want a realistic way to start the year healthier?No gym membership. This is for everyone.
Want a realistic way to start the year healthier?No gym membership. This is for everyone.
January is Fit Lifestyle Month, and the PTSA is launching it with a hands-on fitness class focused on easy, practical exercises you can do anywhere - movement that fits real life.
This is the first of a monthly series running through the end of the school year, so if you miss one, there will be more dates announced as schedules allow.
Where: 146 Dance Studio
When: January 16 during upper class flex
Time: Upper-class Flex (12:00–12:45)
Who: Open to ALL students and faculty
Show up, move a little, and rebuild habits that fell off during the holidays, or start new ones.
Club Photo Deadline-1/15
Club Photo Deadline-1/15
Club Photos for the yearbook are due January 15th.
Your club president should plan and execute this
(or they should delegate someone who can do it.)
Requirements:
* be an approved club
* turn in a club photo-(your own or one we make)
* turn in a club member list WITH the photo
* email to Ms. K, at vklimaszewski@dallasisd.org
Take your own photo and turn it in...OR book a yearbook photographer to take a photo for you.
Send an email to Ms. K to request a photographer, including the date and location you would like, as well as the name of your club.
Available Times: Tues. or Thurs. during first flex.
Check the status of your club here
Pictured-BSU Club photo submitted last year
Don't be left empty handed in May
Don't be left empty handed in May
Click the link to purchase this years yearbook and keep a Behind the Curtian peek of life as a Pegasi with for years to come.
$75 online - Link to purchase here
Photos of Evening of Dance photos provided by Jackie Cooper
This week's cover photo of Evening of Dance by Jackie Cooper
For activities questions or submissions to the newsletter, contact Vonda Klimaszewski (aka Ms. K.): vklimaszewski@dallasisd.org
For general school questions, contact Sara Vargas: svargas@dallasisd.org
For College Advisor, contact Dakari Butler: dbutler@aspdallas.org
To submit information for this newsletter, contact Vonda Klimaszewski (aka Ms. K.): vklimaszewski@dallasisd.org
All information must be submitted by Thursday at 9 am for publication the following week.
Please send the exact wording and a visual (if applicable). With the text, make sure you answer these questions: who, what, when, where, why, and how.
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