BRIGHT TIMES
BRIGHT TIMES
August 13, 2021 Volume 6 - Edition 3 - Back to School Edition
A Newsletter for Families of Solar Preparatory School for Girls
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IN THIS ISSUE...
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday
8:20am - 4:30pm
(972) 749-4300
In order to prioritize the health and safety of all of our students, staff and Solar families, visitors will need to sign-in in the vestibule/entryway and will be allowed in two at a time to the main office as needed. Parents will not be allowed inside the building. We ask that you call or email first to see if your questions can be answered over the phone.
The most updated covid protocols for the 2021-2022 school year will be made available to families soon!
Meet the Teacher Night 2021
Thank you to all who came out to make our Meet the Teacher nights a success!
A MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL SANTOS
We were so happy to welcome our Solar family to the meet the teacher nights! We hope that you were able to get a peek inside your child's classroom and get a feel for the culture and joy that exists within the walls of this building which really are what make this school so special.
We have a lot updates, so please read this newsletter carefully. The single most important thing that we ask is that you let us know how your daughter is getting home on the first day of school. You can click on the link here to help us!
LET'S GET THIS YEAR STARTED!
Solar Student HOURS
7:45 - Earliest Drop-off Time
8:15 - Sisterhood Circle Begins
8:20 - Classes begin - students are counted tardy if they arrive after this time.
3:40 - PK-K ONLY Dismissal (@Henderson doors)
3:55 -Carline, 1st-7th Walkers, YMCA Dismissal
In order to comply with the most recent Dallas ISD safety protocol - Parents and visitors will NOT be allowed to enter the building.
This change includes the first day of school, except to get help enrolling their student. Families will be allowed in the cafeteria a few at a time to complete enrollment.
The Boohoo Breakfast Event has been canceled. All pre-k and kinder families may drop off at the doors on Henderson and greet their teachers. We ask that they wear a mask and socially distance when doing so.
Please click on the arrival and dismissal links below to find out more detailed information about our procedures for drop-off and picking up students each day.
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING WE NEED TO KNOW BEFORE THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS HOW YOUR DAUGHTER IS GETTING HOME!
We need your help! Click Here.
If you need a carline number - we will be available between 9-2 p.m. to hand out carline numbers outside in front of the garden.
21-22 BUS TRANSPORTATION
21-22 BUS TRANSPORTATION
SOLAR GIRLS DESIGNATED BUS STOPS
Click on the link below to contact the office of transportation with any questions or requests.
The rise of COVID cases in Dallas County, along with the Delta variant transmission has caused Dallas ISD to reassess its mask requirement. Effective Tuesday, Aug. 10, all staff, students, and visitors are temporarily required to wear a mask when they are on district property.
www.Dallasisd.org/letstalk (https://www.dallasisd.org/Page/61739)Click the Student, Family and Community Services -> click Parent Advocacy -> Parent Concerns
21-22 STUDENT CALENDAR
21-22 STUDENT CALENDAR
Solar Girls & Boys will be following the DISD base calendar below for the 21-22 school year. Click on the image below to see a PDF version of this year's calendar.
21-22 SCHOOL SUPPLIES
21-22 SCHOOL SUPPLIES
2021-2022 Supply List.pdf
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEDULES
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEDULES
We have been notified that some of the vendors have run out of our middle school options for uniforms. Be aware that for the first week, students are allowed to wear any DISD acceptable uniform and we can begin more consistent expectations beginning in September.
IF THERE WERE ANY REQUESTS FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES OR IF A STUDENT DID NOT GET A SCHEDULE, WE WILL ENSURE TO HAVE THEM FIXED THIS FIRST WEEK. ALL STUDENTS CAN SHOW UP ON THE FIRST DAY AND WE WILL MAKE SURE THEY KNOW WHERE TO GO FOR CLASS THAT DAY.
PLEASE CONTACT OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL COUNSELOR, Silvia Cabrera, WITH ANY QUESTIONS. (see flyer below).
2021-2022 UNIFORMS
2021-2022 UNIFORMS
Uniform Reset! Students will begin the school year on August 16th in complete uniform. Reach out if you need uniform assistance.
All scholars will be expected to be in Solar or district uniforms beginning August 16th. This year we will return to STEAM Fridays with a girl scout uniform and jeans to be worn on Fridays only. If you would like to purchase any of the Solar swag items, visit the Solar Prep PTO website.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS - SOLAR UPCOMING EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS - SOLAR UPCOMING EVENTS
2021-2022 ENROLLMENT
2021-2022 ENROLLMENT
WE HAVE 500 students registered for this year. Help us get to 100% and enroll today! Contact Ms. Lopez with any questions regarding enrollment at sandrlopez@dallasisd.org.
All students must enroll annually.
(whether they are new or returning)
How can parents register for 2021-2022?
Using a computer, laptop, or smart phone . . .
Go to www.dallasisd.org/enroll
(or enter through POWERSCHOOL)
Click Enroll Here link
For Pre-K: www.dallasisd.org/prek
Contact Ms. Webster with any questions at 972-749-4308 to assist with account access and to obtain your student’s Access ID code.
SPORTS
It has been brought to the attention of Solar leadership that the Mercy Street organization maintains certain policies that do not align with the core values at Solar Prep. We’ve made the decision to move all PK-6TH sports to the YMCA for the Fall and will communicate sign up information very soon.
Parents can choose to remain at Mercy Street for sports and play on teams, but these teams will not be part of the Solar Sports/PTO sponsored groups and may be with students from other schools in Dallas.
A PTO representative will reach out to all parents who have already registered to explain the refund process to those who wish to do so.
We know this is an inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s patience as we work through the details. It's going to be a great Fall season for our girls!
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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