BRIGHT TIMES
BRIGHT TIMES
October 18, 2021 - Volume 6, Edition 12
A Newsletter for Families of Solar Preparatory School for Girls
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STUDENT HOURS
7:45 - Earliest Drop-off Time
8:15 - Sisterhood Circle Begins
8:20 - Tardy Bell Rings
3:45 - PK-K ONLY Dismissal (@Henderson doors)
3:55 -Carline, 1st-7th Walkers, YMCA Dismissal
OFFICE HOURS
Mon. - Fri. 8:20am - 4:30pm
(972) 749-4300
A MESSAGE FROM
Principal Santos
Yay for the fall weather that has finally graced us with its presence! I hope you were able to spend some time outdoors enjoying the weather.
We would like to give a shout-out to the 5th grade team who won the Hispanic Heritage Hallway Contest! 2nd and 3rd place went to 3rd grade and Kinder/Pre-K. Thanks to all the amazing volunteers for your contributions with this project!
As we move into October, please ensure that you have reached out to your child's teachers to schedule parent conferences. All conferences will be virtual. Please call the main office with any questions regarding parent conferences.
Check out who has been celebrated this month!
Bridget Ladipo
Mrs. Ladipo really went the extra mile with addressing the issues that my daughter and I have been facing. As well as going the extra mile to help my daughter feel confident.
Donita White
Mrs. White has gone the extra mile by answering my numerous emails, and ensuring that my daughter’s transition into Solar is successful.
Jacqueline Gonzalez
For her first year at Solar, she sure knows what she’s doing!!!! Ms. Gonzalez provides the right amount of structure with love. I know this because my daughter isn’t the easiest - maybe me not so much either ;) - and can easily get distracted and off track but has the biggest heart and is eager to learn through her millions of questions a day. It takes a special kind of teacher to manage her and keep her on track. LOTS and LOTS OF PATIENCE!!! Ms. Gonzalez must be providing the perfect amount of love and structure, because this student is giving her raving reviews at home! Solar, you picked a good one, so make sure you keep this one around 💜
Marisa Swanson
Our family appreciates the welcoming environment you create in the classroom. My daughter was so excited about Swanny bucks too!
I appreciate Ms. Swanson’s approachability and her cooperation to work with parents to meet the needs of her students.
Gabriela Armijo
She’s super responsive to parent and scholar needs! She’s also motivated our scholar to prioritize writing. So fun to see her grow!
Patty Kim
I really appreciate how Ms. Kim "fusses over" my third grader and helps her to feel comfortable with who she is and how she expresses herself through art! She always liked art but now, she loves it!
Vivian Rosales & Elizabeth Cuevas
They went above and beyond to help cover my class and are always so helpful and kind to me and everyone they encounter! Thank you!
Maribel Webster
I always email the person I need a response from and CC Ms. Webster, Well Ms. Webster always answers in a timely manner. Always a helpful and caring person!
Haley Ribeiro
I would like to celebrate Ms. Ribeiro - you are truly appreciated!
Donita White
Long overdue appreciation for Ms White for taking time to talk with my daughter about an incident at school. My daughter was really concerned about the situation. Ms White talked with her and encouraged her for being conscientious. That conversation went a long way in not only helping her grow, but also feel "seen" and supported. Thank you, Ms White!
Car Line Staff
I don't think it can be said enough, how grateful I am to every loving welcoming staff member who greets my daughter at car line in the morning! You all are amazing and your smiles and kindness make a HUGE difference! Thank you!
Erica Campos
Thank you for always being helpful and having a positive attitude!!
We are so excited for the book fair. Thanks Ms. Campos for making this a possibility and making adjustments during a pandemic to keep our girls safe while doing one of the things that they LOVE them most!
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JOIN CODE:
Pre-K - @solarprek4
Kinder - @solark5
1st Grade - @solar1st
2nd Grade - @solar2nd
3rd Grade - @solar3rd
4th Grade - @solar4th
5th Grade - @solar5th
6th Grade - @solar6th
7th Grade - @solar7th
LIBRARY NEWS
LIBRARY NEWS
Check out our eBooks and library website!
Following updated guidance from the Texas Education Agency, Dallas ISD is notifying all teachers, staff and families of all students in a classroom if someone in the classroom tests positive for COVID-19.
The district will also begin also notifying all teachers, staff and families of all students in an extracurricular activity or after-school program if someone from that activity or program tests positive for COVID-19.
Families can contact the front office if they need to update their contact information in their student’s file.
We are thankful to be able to provide information to our families for better peace of mind. For more information on COVID safety - read our UPDATED COVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS or visit the district COVID safety page.
SOLAR UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR
SOLAR UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR
SOLAR SPORTS
We are so grateful for the amazing volunteers who have helped make our sports teams possible! We would love to share our sports action with the community and we need your photos! CLICK HERE to join the Photocircle App and upload them- or email them to oborrego@dallasisd.org. When using the Photocircle App - make sure that your name is visible.
GO TRAILBLAZERS!
Trunk or Treat Time
Trunk or Treat Time
The Trunk or Treat is back this year! Join us on Friday, October 29th from 6:00 - 8:00pm in the Solar Prep Parking Lot for loads of fun. Candy donations are much appreciated! We also need volunteers to host a trunk and make this event a success. Please sign up HERE.
There will be a TACO TRUCK selling $1 tacos (limit 2 per person). CASH ONLY.
**For safety precautions, every attendee and volunteer participant must submit this form.**
Solar Swag Sale
Solar Swag Sale
On-site sale of Solar Spirit, House and Girl Scout shirts will be available at Trunk or Treat. Cash and PayPal accepted.
Costume Drive
Costume Drive
We are collecting gently used or new costumes from 10/15 - 10/27 in preparation of Storybook Character Day (October 29th)! Donation bins will be at the Henderson and Car Line entrances.
Solar Scholar size appropriate (i.e., not toddler). One-size-fits all and larger sizes work best please.
Yearbook Photo Submissions
Yearbook Photo Submissions
Got photos from school events or sports? Checkout the guidelines for submitting your photos for the yearbook! Click here for more information.
Karate is coming back to Solar After-School Activities. Stay tuned for more information and look for the booth available on campus at Solar for sign-ups on Meet the Teacher Night!
2021-2022
SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
KEY PRIORITIES:
Culture and Communication
Our goal is to clearly communicate the systems that reinforce the high-expectations and cohesive culture for students, parents, and staff. This focus on communication, data informed decision-making and consistency will elevate our staff and student culture to build the habits of mind and heart. These habits enable effective instruction, love of learning and excellence.
Project and Performance-Based Learning
Students will participate in meaningful and relevant learning experiences through the implementation of high quality project based learning across the campus. Students will make connections to the content they are learning. Instruction will focus on real-world situations with an emphasis on student agency, collaboration and students effectively communicating their ideas.
Math-Positive Culture
Math is for EVERYONE. A positive math culture will require that math is integrated across curriculum and contents throughout the school. We will work to improve campus-wide math mindsets, build fluency, and create a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts, problem solving and ways to manipulate numbers.
Blended Learning Practices
A deeper focus on the highest leverage differentiated learning systems that increase student achievement across the campus. Through blended-learning students receive instruction specific to their learning needs. The purpose, best practices and progress of our blended learning systems will be consistently to all stakeholders involved.
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