The Pupdate

Week in Review

Hello Families,

We had a great week here at school! Between tornado drills and catching up after our mini snow break, our students did an amazing job jumping right back into learning and routines. A big congratulations to all of our Pawsome award winners!

This week also marked the start of our Black History Month celebrations. Students have already begun learning about important historical figures and contributions, and we’re excited to continue these activities throughout the month.

Don’t forget to stop by for the school dance tomorrow—we hope to see lots of smiling faces on the dance floor!

Looking ahead, Kindness Week begins next week. We’re looking forward to spreading positivity, practicing compassion, and celebrating what makes our school community so special. We also have a couple more exciting events coming up soon, so be sure to keep an eye on the school calendar and upcoming announcements for details.

Thank you for your continued support, and have a wonderful weekend!

Warm regards,
Cristina Cendejas

Parent Support Specialist

A MESSAGE FROM NURSE

Dental Sealant Event Success!

Our school recently hosted a dental sealant event in partnership with Texas A&M College of Dentistry, focused on preventive oral health and cavity prevention. Dental sealants help protect children’s teeth by sealing out germs and food from hard-to-reach areas. During the event, 16 students were treated, and a total of 54 sealants were applied, supporting healthy smiles and long-term dental health. We are grateful to Texas A&M College of Dentistry for providing this valuable service and helping us care for our students’ health right here at school.

Nurse Sydney, BSN, RN | School Nurse 💙

virtual pto meeting - february 10th

Join us for our upcoming virtual PTO meeting on February 10th!

Acompáñenos a nuestra próxima reunión virtual del PTO el 10 de Febrero.

School Dance - February 7th

Reserve Your Free Spot

📢 Reminder!

🎶 The School Dance for ALL students is THIS Saturday, February 7.

🎟️ RESERVE YOUR FREE SPOTS and get all the details at the Eventbrite link below.

🎬🤩 We can’t wait to see all our Hollywood stars out on the dance floor!

https://PWM2026Dance.eventbrite.com

📢 ¡Recordatorio!

🎶 El baile escolar para TODOS los estudiantes es este sábado 7 de febrero.

🎟️ RESERVA TUS PLAZAS GRATUITAS y obtén todos los detalles en el enlace de Eventbrite que encontrarás a continuación.

🎬🤩 ¡Estamos deseando ver a todas nuestras estrellas de Hollywood en la pista de baile!

https://PWM2026Dance.eventbrite.com

president's day - no school february 16th

Kindness Week - February 9th - 13th

celebrating 100 years of bhm

LEARN ABOUT BHM WITHIN DISD

BLACK HISTORY MONTH WEEK 1

Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks was a Black woman who refused to give up her seat on a bus, helping change unfair laws during the Civil Rights Movement.

Rosa Parks fue una mujer afroamericana que se negó a ceder su asiento en un autobús, ayudando a cambiar leyes injustas durante el Movimiento por los Derechos Civiles.

- Ask your child: Rosa Parks stayed seated when she was told to move. What would you do if something didn’t feel fair?
- Pregúntele a su hijo(a): Rosa Parks se quedó sentada cuando le dijeron que se moviera. ¿Qué harías si algo no te pareciera justo?

Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson was the first Black man to play Major League Baseball, opening the door for others in sports.

Jackie Robinson fue el primer hombre afroamericano en jugar en las Grandes Ligas de béisbol, abriendo el camino para otros en los deportes.

- Ask your child: Jackie Robinson played baseball even when it was hard. How do you keep trying when something is difficult?
- Pregúntele a su hijo(a): Jackie Robinson jugó béisbol incluso cuando fue difícil. ¿Cómo sigues intentando cuando algo es difícil?

Katherine Johnson

Katherine Johnson was a mathematician who used numbers to help astronauts travel safely to space.

Katherine Johnson fue una matemática que usó números para ayudar a los astronautas a viajar de manera segura al espacio.

- Ask your child: Katherine Johnson solved big problems using math. What do you like to figure out or solve?
- Pregúntele a su hijo(a): Katherine Johnson resolvía grandes problemas usando matemáticas. ¿Qué te gusta descubrir o resolver?

Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. was a leader who worked to make sure people were treated fairly and peacefully, no matter their skin color.

Martin Luther King Jr. fue un líder que trabajó para que las personas fueran tratadas con justicia y paz, sin importar el color de su piel.

- Ask your child: Martin Luther King Jr. wanted people to treat each other kindly. How can you show kindness today?
- Pregúntele a su hijo(a): Martin Luther King Jr. quería que las personas se trataran con bondad. ¿Cómo puedes mostrar bondad hoy?

Bessie Coleman

Bessie Coleman was the first Black woman pilot, learning to fly when others told her she couldn’t.

Bessie Coleman fue la primera mujer afroamericana piloto, aprendiendo a volar cuando otros le dijeron que no podía.

- Ask your child: Bessie Coleman learned something new even when it was hard. What would you like to learn to do?
- Pregúntele a su hijo(a): Bessie Coleman aprendió algo nuevo aunque fue difícil. ¿Qué te gustaría aprender a hacer?

✨ Due to continued interest, we’ve extended the deadline to purchase the Black History Legacy Tee through February 13.
👉🏾 Shop here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bhm-100th-anniversary-t-shirt

Spanish:
✨ Debido al continuo interés, hemos extendido la fecha límite para comprar la Camiseta Legado de la Historia Afroamericana hasta el 13 de febrero.
👉🏾 Comprar aquí:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bhm-100th-anniversary-t-shirt

BHM Talent Show - February 27th

Student Performer Sign-Up

Volunteer Sign-Up

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.

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.

Soccer Shots - Enroll Today!

Click here to join Soccer Shots!

art lab - classes start february 4th

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

extra resources / activities

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