The Pupdate

🌟 Weekly Newsletter Update 🌟

We had such a great week at school! It was full of learning, smiles, and lots of positive moments—we’re so proud of our students and all their hard work 💛📚

Just a quick reminder that a few after-school activities have upcoming deadlines. It’s not too late to sign up, so be sure to check them out if your student is interested—there’s something for everyone! 🎨⚽🎶

As we head into the weekend, the district will continue to monitor the weather and will share any updates if needed. With the very cold temperatures ahead, we hope you all stay warm, safe, and cozy this weekend 🧣❄️☕

Have a wonderful weekend! 😊

Cristina Cendejas

Parent Support Specialist

Week in Review

kids teaching kids

Message from Mrs. McKay the PE Teacher:

Hello all Prestonwood Families! 👋🍎🥕🥑

We’re joining a district wide partnership called the 21 - Day Healthy Snacking Challenge! In Physical Education class, students will learn about healthy snack choices and fun ways to fuel their bodies for school and play!

✅ Please sign your student up and register here using this link:

https://app.clearevent.com/register?form=f79d605e-1eb0-4aa3-9e5e-6f8460af598d

Important: 💚 Sign-up is completely FREE 💚 there is no payment involved at all. and ALL students who are REGISTERED via the link will receive a free cute, fun keychain with a healthy snack cartoon from me at school🎁

Thank you all for signing your student up ASAP! Registration closes in a day!!

100 days of school - jan 28th

🎉 Celebrating 100 Days of School! 🎉

We are excited to celebrate our 100th Day of School on Tuesday, January 28th! This special milestone honors 100 days of learning, growth, and independence.

Here’s how we’ll be celebrating:

🎨 100th Day Poster Contest (TURN POSTERS IN BY JANUARY 26TH)

Students are invited to create a poster at home or at school that reflects a 100-Day theme (examples: 100 things, 100 days smarter, 100 acts of kindness, counting by 10s to 100, or a creative child-led idea).

Posters will be displayed at school, and we will celebrate each child’s effort and creativity!

📸 100th Day Photo Booth

We’ll have a fun photo booth set up for students to enjoy! Children may wear their 100th Day outfits, hats, headbands, or accessories to capture this joyful memory. 💯📷

🏫 Classroom 100-Day Activities

STAAR Field Test - February 4th

Upcoming Exams - Spring 2026

cAREER DAY - MARCH 13TH

Attention adults! We need YOU for career day! Please be our special guest for the day and help wow and educate our Prestonwood Pups about some of the fascinating careers our world has to offer!

¡Atención, adultos! ¡Los necesitamos para el día de las profesiones! Sean nuestros invitados especiales y ayuden a nuestros alumnos de Prestonwood a descubrir y aprender sobre algunas de las fascinantes profesiones que ofrece nuestro mundo.

art lab - classes start february 4th

we danz - free trial class

🕺 Prestonwood Montessori: Free Dance Trial!

Get ready to move, groove, and have a blast! We are thrilled to invite your child to a FREE Trial Demo Class with We Danz Kidz.

Our professional instructors specialize in high-energy, kid-friendly dance education. This trial is a fantastic opportunity for your child to build confidence, explore rhythm, and express themselves in a joyful, supportive environment.

🩰 Class Schedule

Elementary (Ages 6+): Thursday, Feb 5th @ 3:30 PM

Preschool (Ages 2–5): Friday, Feb 6th @ 3:30 PM

Expect big smiles, great music, and plenty of dancing! Spots are limited, so secure your child’s place today and let them shine.

👉 Sign Up Here to Dance With Us: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Xw0ygHXkLy1t-Xyuf6IKIWU-Xi6FpYdR-UsZk1u_94I/viewform

💃 ¡Llamando a las Familias de Prestonwood Montessori!

¡Prepárense para moverse, disfrutar y divertirse en grande! Estamos encantados de invitar a su hijo/a a una Clase de Prueba GRATUITA con We Danz Kidz.

Nuestros instructores profesionales son expertos en educación de danza infantil de alta energía. Esta es la oportunidad perfecta para que su hijo/a desarrolle confianza, explore el ritmo y se exprese en un ambiente positivo y alegre.

🩰 Horario de Clases

Primaria (6+ años): Jueves 5 de febrero a las 3:30 PM

Preescolar (2–5 años): Viernes 6 de febrero a las 3:30 PM

¡Esperamos muchas sonrisas, música y mucha danza! Los cupos son limitados, así que asegure el lugar de su hijo/a hoy mismo.

👉 Regístrese aquí para bailar con nosotros: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Xw0ygHXkLy1t-Xyuf6IKIWU-Xi6FpYdR-UsZk1u_94I/viewform

prestonwood montessori soccer - spring 2026

Is your PWM Pup interested in playing SPRING 2026 SOCCER on a Prestonwood Montessori Team? If so, fill out the interest form TODAY! Early Registration at the YMCA closes 1/31/2026.

https://forms.gle/P3GMEvWLAFLRbwrf9

¿Le interesa a su cachorro de PWM jugar al FÚTBOL PRIMAVERA 2026 en un equipo Montessori de Prestonwood? ¡Si es así, complete el formulario de interés HOY! La inscripción anticipada en la YMCA cierra el 31/01/2026.

https://forms.gle/P3GMEvWLAFLRbwrf9

pto announcements

We’re celebrating 100 years of excellence (1926–2026) with a limited edition legacy t-shirt! / ¡Celebramos 100 años de excelencia con una camiseta de edición limitada!

💰 PRICE / PRECIO: $19.26 — A tribute to the year it all began. / Un tributo al año en que todo comenzó.

🎁 BONUS: Includes a FREE vinyl sticker! / ¡Incluye una calcomanía de vinilo GRATIS!

⚠️ DEADLINE / FECHA LÍMITE: THURSDAY, JAN 29.

Once the sale ends, these designs are retired forever! / ¡Una vez que termine la venta, estos diseños se retirarán para siempre!

👇🏾 TAP TO ORDER / TOQUE AQUÍ PARA ORDENAR:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bhm-100th-anniversary-t-shirt

🎬✨ ¡Luces, Cámara… A BAILAR! ✨🎬

¡Despliega la alfombra roja y acompáñanos a nuestro Baile Escolar con temática de Hollywood el 📅 viernes 7 de febrero | ⏰ 3:00–5:00 p. m.!

⭐ Horario del evento

3:00–3:45 p. m.: Música y bailes pensados para niños de 2 a 5 años
3:45–5:00 p. m.: Música y bailes para estudiantes mayores

📸 ¡Posa como una estrella en nuestra cámara 360° y captura tu gran momento!
👗🕶️ Se anima a los niños a vestirse con atuendos de Hollywood—estrellas de cine, glamour de alfombra roja o personajes favoritos de películas.

🍿 Venta de concesiones

Cajas mini de charcutería (¡la preventa es la mejor oferta!)
- Precio anticipado: $10 adultos | $8 niños o vegetariana
- Precio en el baile: $12 adultos | $10 niños o vegetarian
- Además, habrá refrescos, dulces y papitas a la venta durante el evento.
- https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hollywood-howl-bites-dance-concessions-pre-sale
- 🌟 ¡Diversión, música, recuerdos y magia de Hollywood—un baile que tus pequeñas estrellas no se querrán perder! 🎥🎶

Voluntario : https://signup.com/go/pyPjfUL

🎬✨ Lights, Camera, DANCE! ✨🎬

Roll out the red carpet and join us for our Hollywood-themed Elementary School Dance on 📅 Friday, February 7 | ⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM!

⭐ Event Schedule

3:00–3:45 PM: Music & dances geared toward our 2–5 year olds
3:45–5:00 PM: Music & dances geared toward our older students

📸 Strike a pose at our 360° camera experience and capture your star moment!
👗🕶️ Kids are encouraged to dress in their best Hollywood attire—think movie stars, red-carpet glam, or favorite film characters.

🍿 Concessions for Sale

Mini Charcuterie Boxes (Pre-Sale = Best Deal!)
- Early Bird: $10 adult | $8 kid or vegetarian
- At the dance: $12 adult | $10 kid or vegetarian
- Presale Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hollywood-howl-bites-dance-concessions-pre-sale
Plus cokes, candy, and chips available for purchase at the dance

We also need volunteers to make the Hollywood magic come to life. Please signup to help setup, run concessions, or clean up! https://signup.com/go/pyPjfUL

🌟 Fun, music, memories, and Hollywood magic—this is one dance your little stars won’t want to miss! 🎥🎶

Black History Month Talent Showcase – Sign Up Now!

Prestonwood Montessori at E.D. Walker, in partnership with B-Fam (BIPOC Family Alliance for Montessori), presents the Black History Month Talent Showcase on Friday, February 27, from 5:30–7:00 PM at the E.D. Walker Auditorium.

✨ ALL students are welcome to participate.
Students may perform singing, dancing, poetry, instruments, comedy, spoken word, and more. Performances may be old or new, as long as they are inspired by Black artists, Black history, or Black cultural traditions.

This year’s theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” honors 100 years of celebrating Black excellence through student creativity, culture, and community.

🎤 Student Performer Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/eeqy13jWwe3M8T8y6

🙌 Volunteer Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/eyKPgZyFUEdfemeu7

We hope your family will join us for this meaningful and joyful celebration.

Exhibición de Talentos del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana – ¡Inscríbase Hoy!

Prestonwood Montessori en E.D. Walker, en colaboración con B-Fam (BIPOC Family Alliance for Montessori), presenta la Exhibición de Talentos del Mes de la Historia Afroamericana el viernes 27 de febrero, de 5:30 a 7:00 PM, en el Auditorio E.D. Walker.

✨ TODOS los estudiantes están invitados a participar.

Los estudiantes pueden presentar canto, baile, poesía, instrumentos, comedia, expresión oral y más. Las presentaciones pueden ser tradicionales o contemporáneas, siempre que estén inspiradas en artistas afroamericanos, la historia afroamericana o tradiciones culturales afroamericanas.

El tema de este año, “Un Siglo de Conmemoraciones de la Historia Afroamericana,” honra 100 años de celebrar la excelencia afroamericana a través de la creatividad, la cultura y la comunidad estudiantil.

🎤 Inscripción para estudiantes: https://forms.gle/eeqy13jWwe3M8T8y6

🙌 Inscripción para voluntarios: https://forms.gle/eyKPgZyFUEdfemeu7Esperamos que su familia nos acompañe en esta celebración significativa y llena de alegría.

🎉 Wheelie Fun Night is rolling our way! 🎉

Wheelie Fun Night is PWM’s version of a carnival, happening on March 28 from 2:00–5:00 PM! We’re looking for volunteers to help make it a huge success.

Join us for our first planning meeting on January 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the school library. We’ll get organized, assign tasks, and get the fun rolling.

✨ Many hands make light work — we’d love to have you join us!

🎉 ¡Se acerca la Noche de Wheelie Fun! 🎉

La Noche de Wheelie Fun es la versión de PWM de un carnaval, y se llevará a cabo el 28 de marzo de 2:00 a 5:00 p. m. ¡Estamos buscando voluntarios que quieran ayudar a que este evento sea todo un éxito!

Acompáñenos a nuestra primera reunión de planificación el 13 de enero de 2026 a las 6:30 p. m. en la biblioteca de la escuela. Nos organizaremos, asignaremos tareas y pondremos en marcha la diversión.

✨ ¡Muchas manos hacen el trabajo más ligero! ¡Nos encantaría contar con su participación!

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Academic Partnering is Taking Learning to the NEXT LEVEL in Dallas ISD!

Dallas ISD’s Academic Partnering initiative is all about teamwork—bringing families, teachers, and school staff together to support every child’s academic success. Through this powerful collaboration, we’re working to educate, engage, and empower parents to be active partners in their child’s learning journey.

And it doesn’t stop there—join us live on Facebook every month for our upcoming Dallas ISD Family Forums with our Academic Partnering Coordinator, Marlene Yepez-Porras, and our Executive Director, Israel Rivera, where we’ll share valuable tips, resources, and real conversations to help families stay informed and involved all year long! Don’t miss these opportunities to connect, grow, and support your child’s success—together!

SAVE THE DATES!

Monthly Parent Forum

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

5:00-5:30 PM

Topic: District School Choices

Academic Session Live!

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

6:00 PM - English

6:30 PM - Spanish