Dear DMA Giraffe Nation,

I hope this message finds you well and filled with excitement for the first day of school on Monday, August 14. As the Principal of Downtown Montessori at Ida B. Wells Academy, I am thrilled to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to all our returning families and those joining us for the first time. Together, we embark on a journey of growth, learning, and endless possibilities.

At DMA, we are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is valued, encouraged, and empowered to reach their full potential. Our dedicated team of educators, staff, and administrators is prepared to provide the highest quality education and support to help our students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The start of a new school year is always a time of anticipation and eagerness. It is a time to make new friends, embrace fresh challenges, and celebrate our achievements. As we look ahead, we are committed to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for our students, staff, and families. 

We are excited about this school year, and we are ready to Make A TALL Difference Every Day with Every Child!

Tabitha J. Preston

Principal

This is how Your DMA Staff & Faculty feel as we get ready to open our doors to see your children on Monday!

Come experience our first Tea Talk with Tabitha on our first day of school as we celebrate the cheers and tears of your first day of school for the 2023 - 24 school year! See the flyer below for the virtual link.

Giraffes, Welcome

Nurse Natalie

Hi, I'm Natalie! A born and raised Texan, I'm a registered nurse with a background in labor and delivery. I'm excited to embark on a new journey as a school nurse. I love craft coffee and going to yoga! Stay tuned – this month, I'll be welcoming a dachshund puppy into my life! His name is Teddy ☺️ I am a Registered nurse with 8 years of experience; passionate about safe and competent patient care; excited to start a new journey as a school nurse! I love working with a team and hope I can collaborate with teachers and parents to provide the best care to our students! I am excited about getting to know my colleagues and students! I also look forward to decorating my clinic to make it a welcoming space for any student who needs care from the nurse!

If you missed us at Meet the Guide Night, you can still find out who will be your child's teacher!

Please ensure that you have registered for the upcoming school year. Remember, all students must register for this year. https://www.dallasisd.org/enrollment Please contact Mrs. Varela if you have questions. 972-749-2500

If you are new to DMA, please call the main office to obtain your PowerSchool Parent account information or email Mrs. Varela at yvarela@dallasisd.org.

Click Here to Review our Arrival & Dismissal Procedures & Watch the video for the carpool.

(New) 7:15 am arrival will only be on Main St.

Elm St. will start

@ 7:30 am

Haga clic aquí para revisar nuestros procedimientos de llegada y salida y ver el video del viaje compartido.

(Nuevo) La llegada a las 7:15 am solo será en Main St.

Elm St. comenzará @ 7:30 am

Each year, the Dallas ISD Uniform Assistance Program, administered by the Department of Family and Community Involvement, provides one free uniform per year to students from Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade and limited uniforms available to high school students whose families meet economically disadvantaged district guidelines in accordance with board policy. 

Cada año, el Programa de Asistencia Uniforme de Dallas ISD, administrado por el Departamento de Participación Familiar y Comunitaria, proporciona un uniforme gratis por año a los estudiantes desde Pre-Kindergarten hasta el octavo grado y uniformes limitados disponibles para estudiantes de secundaria cuyas familias cumplen con las pautas del distrito económicamente desfavorecido. de acuerdo con la política de la junta.

Parents can now request a uniform through PowerSchool for eligible students. Los padres ahora pueden solicitar un uniforme a través de PowerSchool para estudiantes elegibles.

See below for the guide for step-by-step instructions.

English Uniform Assistance

Spanish Uniform Assistance

Backpack Requirements

For Dallas ISD Back To School Information; click here

We want your feedback! We want to hear more from you on how we can improve family & community engagement efforts on your child's campus.

Please use the QR codes to fill out the Survey below!

Yogo in the Park is Back

Thanks to our partners, DDI - Downtown Dallas Inc., Yoga in the Park will be kicking off this fall. Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information.

DMA 23 - 24 Community Giraffe Gazette Archive 

1901 Main St.,

Dallas, TX 75201

(972) 749-2500

www.dallasisd.org/downtownmontessori

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