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Posted May 2, 2008

Freshman Dragon Tennis Player Advances To State

Megan Horter

Freshman Megan Horter won the Class 5A Regional tennis tournament in Lubbock last weekend and advances to the State competition. She is one of Carroll's first Regional winners in many years. Megan won four matches without losing a set and will compete Monday in Austin at World of Tennis at Lakeway.

In other Regional tournament results, the Dragons' mixed doubles team of Ryan McClanahan and Taylor Jurica came up just short of State. They won their first two matches before losing in the semi-finals.

The boys' doubles team consisting of Stewart Pittman and Andrew Reznick also came up short losing to a team that qualified for State 6-4 in the third set.

Norm Smith coaches the Dragon tennis team.

 

 


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Colby Lowe Breaks Own Cross Country Record

Dragon runner Colby Lowe has broken yet another record - this time it was one of his own. At the Class 5A Region I Track and Field Championship, Colby finished the boys' 3,200-meter race in 9:02.07, beating his previous regional record of 9:17.59. Dragon C.J. Brown finished close behind in second place with a time of 9:17.98.

In addition, Mike Troop qualified for finals in the boys' 800 - running a 1:58.64. In the girls' 3,200, Tara Upshaw finished in second place with a time of 11:04.19.

The top two individuals in each event qualify for the State meet which takes place May 9-10 in Austin.

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Preliminary TAKS Math Scores Announced

Preliminary scores for the Texas Assessment of Knowledge & Skills (TAKS) test were released this week. The scores were from the fifth and eighth grade Math test administered April 8. Students who were absent the day of the test will have an opportunity to take the test May 13, and those students' percentages will be figured in for final result totals.

Carroll fifth graders had a 97% passing rate and 75% were commended. In eighth grade, 96% passed while 52% were commended. These scores compare to last year's 98% passing rate and 72% for fifth graders; last year 95% of eighth graders passed with 48% commended.

TAKS testing continued this week for several Carroll schools. Stay tuned to School eNews Online for additional results in the coming weeks.

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Trustees Approve $218,907 Expenditure For CISD Libraries

Several campus librarians were on-hand at the School Board's April 28 meeting. They presented their research findings to Trustees and answered detailed questions regarding the state of CISD libraries.

The School Board voted at their meeting Monday to approve an expenditure of $218,907 in library materials for Carroll libraries. These monies, which will come from the District's fund balance, will be used to bring every campus library up to the Texas School Library's level of Exemplary.

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Preschool Task Force Presents Recommendations To Trustees

School Board members heard a report from the Preschool Task Force during Monday evening's meeting. The Task Force has worked throughout the year to provide a report on preschool services. The group was established as part of the five-year District Improvement Plan and has been meeting since the fall. Their work has included developing and gathering survey information from preschool parents and staff as well as conducting site visits to area districts' preschool programs.

The Task Force's recommendations included several short-term and long-term plans. The short-term recommendations included providing an intensive program for specialized instruction with most severely disabled students in a small student ratio classroom with part of the school day spent in the blended classroom. Implementation of the intensive program would take place on the Carroll Elementary campus. This recommendation would require one classroom as well as one certified teacher and a paraprofessional. Other short-term recommendations included an assessment room for team-based evaluations. Long-term recommendations included the development of an early childhood center and the hiring of a Coordinator of Preschool/Special Education Programs.

Task Force members included: Marlowe Bechmann, Barbara Cline, Jane Cousins, Carolla Dillard, Dr. Jeanette Doster, Lara Festervan, Janelle James, Debra Neal, Hien Nguyen, Desiree Noack, Lu Samartin, Michelle Stiles and Tarita Walker. The group worked together with Dr. Cathy Friar, CISD's Executive Director of Special Programs & Assessment and Task Force Chair Dr. Jaqui Otto.

Preschool Task Force Presentation

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In Other Business The School Board. . .

  • recognized the State Champion Lady Dragon soccer team;
  • heard a presentation from a citizen group on the Aquatics Center regarding the level of chloramines found in the pool; discussion included future consideration by Trustees to install ultraviolet water filters to help eliminate problems with the chemicals found in chlorinated pool water;
  • approved contract work with Jordan & Sons Fire Protection for fire sprinkler installations and ceiling replacement work at Carroll Elementary and Johnson Elementary in the amount of $481,928.

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Board To Hold Budget Workshop Monday

The Carroll School Board will hold a budget workshop Monday, May 5 in the Cabinet Meeting Room of the CISD Administration Center, 3051 Dove Road in Grapevine. The workshop is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a 7 p.m. closed session meeting.

An agenda will be posted to the District's website this afternoon at www.southlakecarroll.edu/brdagenda.htm.

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Parent Survey Online: Extracurricular Fees

A parent survey has been posted to the Carroll ISD website on the topic of extracurricular fees. Please take a moment to complete this short survey. Results will be analyzed by members of the District's Budget & Finance Committee in order to make a recommendation to Trustees regarding future extracurricular fees.

The survey link can be found on the Breaking News page and is also below. Please note that only one survey per computer may be completed.

Carroll ISD Parent Survey: Extracurricular Costs

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Child Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week Is May 5-9

Caring. Trained. Certified. Thoughtful. Professional. Dedicated.

These are just a few words that describe today's child nutrition professional.

For the School Nutrition Association, every day is Child Nutrition Employee Appreciation Day, but it doesn't hurt to set aside some time to celebrate just how special child nutrition employees are - especially those who serve the children of Carroll ISD.

That's why the School Nutrition Association has designated one week a year to remind everyone - students, directors, managers, parents, teachers, school administrators - that child nutrition employees work very hard to prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals to Dragon students. And, of course, to let these professionals know you're thinking of them and appreciate the care that goes into each meal served and the efforts made to make sure the meals are prepared and served in a safe and clean environment.

Don't forget to take time next week to thank the Dragon Child Nutrition team for the work they do!

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Dragon Band Hosting Fundraiser At Sonic

Members of the Dragon band, colorguard and jazz band will be working as carhops at Sonic in Grapevine Saturday, May 3. Proceeds will help fund future band trips. Band trips are completely paid for by each student's family, so fundraising is done throughout the year to offset these costs. Trips throughout the year include: annual spring band trip to compete in music festival/competition and the Carroll-Tring International Music Exchange.

Don't forget to visit Sonic off of Northwest Highway in Grapevine from 4 to 10:30 p.m. - all tips during this time will help benefit members of the Dragon band!

For more information, contact Band Booster Spring Trip Coordinator Laurie Larkin at laurielarkin@verizon.net.

Flier: Dragon Band Fundraiser At Sonic

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New Message Sign Board Installed At CES

CES Principal Stacy Wagnon and Assistant Principal Donnie Bartlett pose in front of the new message board.

Carroll Elementary School recently received a new digital message board. Half of the funds were donated by the school's Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

The board that was replaced was 10 years old and required school volunteers to manually change out the lettering. A school volunteer would have to back a truck up next to the old sign to change out the messages.

CES administrators are thrilled to have a new message board that's easy to use and can be instantly changed. Shown above in front of the new message board are CES Principal Stacy Wagnon and CES Assistant Principal Donnie Bartlett.


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Theatre Department's Dessert Cabaret Opens Tonight

The Carroll Theatre Department opens its third annual Dessert Cabaret in the Carroll Senior High School Black Box Theatre tonight (May 2) and Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. with Rick Selah's Reconsidering Life. This play is a poignant and touching story of teen suicide and how it affects the family, friends and community who are left behind in this modern-day tragedy.

The Dessert Cabaret continues in the CSHS Black Box Theatre Thursday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias, a 1987 off-Broadway play that was made into the famous movie in 1989 starring Julia Roberts, Sally Field and Shirley Maclaine. Based on the author's experience with the death of his sister, Steel Magnolias is a comedy-drama about the bond among a group of southern women in northwest Louisiana.

Tickets are $6 each and include a dessert and beverage choice during intermission. Tickets may be purchased online at www.dragondrama.net.

Flier: 3rd Annual Dessert Cabaret

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Reminder: Dragon's Fire 5K Run Is Next Saturday

Don't forget, Digging For Dragons is hosting the Dragon's Fire 5K run Saturday, May 17 at 9 a.m. The start and finish will be at Central Market in Southlake. In addition to the 5K, Central Market is hosting an all-day health fair. Watch for additional details coming soon!

Volunteers are needed for the day of the event; community service hours are available for students, and parents are welcome to join in and help, too!

For more information, contact Echo Klatt at echollage@aol.com.

Flier: DFD Dragon's Fire 5K Event

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Volunteer Test Proctors Needed

Volunteer test proctors are urgently needed. To date, the number of volunteers signed up to proctor advanced placement exams, which are May 5-16, are just a few. Thirty additional volunteers are needed at this time. Shifts are from 7:45 a.m. to noon or 12:15 to 4 p.m. at CHS and CSHS.

Note: parents may not proctor their own student's test; include contact information and tests your children are taking in an E-mail to Jenny Hope at jennyhope@charter.net or Carol Compton at ccompton@cisdmail.com.

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Week 16 True To The Core Nominees Announced

Click here to nominate!


During the month of April, Carroll ISD accepted nominations for Dragon employees who show evidence of their commitment to the core value of "Innovation."

The April 21-25, 2008 Nominees for “Innovation” include:

  • Wendy Barnes - Durham Elementary School
  • Malathi Ramesh - Durham Intermediate School
  • Pam Randall - Carroll High School
  • Lucy Drenka - Eubanks Intermediate School
  • Jan Morgan - Instructional Services
  • Debbie Ryno - Carroll High School
  • Suzanne Johnson - Old Union Elementary School
  • Carol DeVinny - Dawson Middle School

Weekly drawings will be held throughout the remainder of the school year, with the employee winning a $100 gift card from the district's We Care sponsors. As of May 1, CISD is now accepting nominations for the Dragon core value of "Open & Honest Communication." Visit our website and click on the apple core to nominate your favorite Dragon employee.

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DMS Language Arts Teacher Wins $100 Gift Card

Congratulations to Tracy Altman, a language arts teacher at Dawson Middle School. She's the week 16 winner in the True To The Core drawing. For dedication to Innovation, she wins a $100 Barnes & Noble gift card donated by sponsors of the We Care program. She was nominated by student Christina DeVincenzo.

True To The Core is a multi-media community awareness campaign aimed at increasing public understanding and support of our schools. The initiative communicates information about the district's core values, vision and mission through advertisements, postcard mailings, newsletters and video productions. True To The Core represents a message of pride for CISD employees, students and parents.

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Special Olympics Awards Banquet Approaching

The annual Special Olympics Awards Banquet is tonight (May 2). This event will be held in Carroll Senior High School's Student Activity Center for all student olympians and their families.

This awards ceremony is a chance for special Dragons to be honored, as well as a chance to honor and thank the many volunteers who give so many hours each year to help the kids and organize their events. This year is a fiesta theme with the catering totally donated from Uncle Julio's restaurant.

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Odyssey Of The Mind Fundraiser To Take Place At Central Market

Rockenbaugh Elementary School's Odyssey of the Mind team is hosting a fundraising event Saturday, May 10. This event will take place at Central Market of Southlake from 2 to 4 p.m. and will be a variation of "Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?"

Don't forget to come support Carroll's OM teams! Central Market is located at 1425 E. Southlake Boulevard in Southlake.

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Superintendent Puts On Guitar Show For Eubanks Music Class

Superintendent Dr. David Faltys strummed up some student fans during a recent visit to Eubanks Intermediate School. He played the guitar during his visit that coincided with the students' study of a guitar unit.

EIS music teacher Megan Von Dreau has been teaching her classes about electric guitars, pedals and amplifiers, and they have been practicing on guitars funded by the Carroll Education Foundation since January.

Dr. Faltys thrilled the students with rousing renditions of classic rock tunes from a variety of genres and time periods.

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Soccer Players, Coach Earn All-Area Honors

Three Dragon soccer players and Lady Dragon head coach Matt Colvin have earned All-Area Honors from The Dallas Morning News. Congratulations to Edgardo Padilla; he was named to the First Team All-Area as were Lady Dragons Monica Alvarado and Lani Huntley.

Lady Dragon soccer coach Matt Colvin was named Coach of the Year.

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Varsity Girls' Green Team Golf Results

Last week, School eNews Online reported the results of boys' and girls' Dragon golf teams at Regional competition. The Lady Dragon varsity girls' green team also competed and finished eighth in the tournament. Congratulations to Alexa Park, Kailey Glenn, Samantha Long, Brianna Murray and Lindsey Alexander.

Steve Alexander coaches the Lady Dragon varsity golf green team.

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Lady Dragon Volleyball Players Continue Support For Komen

Members of the Lady Dragon volleyball team continued their support of the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Last weekend the team volunteered to support Komen Tarrant County for the organization's "I Am The Cure" event at the annual Komen Race For The Cure.

Dragon volleyball player Amy Moan helped coordinate the volunteers for this event. The Lady Dragons helped assist with the pre-race pep rally and gathered and distributed supplies. They also cheered on the race participants.

The team is already planning the 2008 Play For The Cure season with pink out games dedicated to raising funds to fight breast cancer. For more information, or to support this cause, contact the Communications & Marketing Department at 817-949-7080.

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CMS Yearbook Earns More Awards

Carroll Middle School's 2007 yearbook, Anything But Ordinary,
was recently awarded the Bronze Star from the Interscholastic League Press Conference. This award places the yearbook in the top five percent of yearbooks statewide.

The CMS yearbook is one of 30 in Texas to be recognized with a Star award from ILPC, which is an affiliate of the University Interscholastic League and the nation’s largest state high school association of student and yearbooks.

Yearbooks from throughout Texas were sent to ILPC for critique and judging, ILPC Director Jeanne Acton said. The judges rated the book and nominated the top books for Stars.
The nominated books went before a panel of judges, and the panel decided the Stars.

“Almost 40 books were nominated for Stars, and from that, 30 were selected to receive either a Gold, Silver or Bronze Star,” Acton said. “The quality of the yearbooks gets better every year, making the competition even tougher.”

The award was presented during the 81st annual ILPC state convention held last month at the University of Texas at Austin.

Congratulations to the eighth grade yearbook staff members: Casey Kopp, Alex Taylor and Haley Upshaw - and current CHS freshmen who also contributed to last year's book: Robert Hasler, Laura Spitler, Kaitie Reed, Sean Meehan and Jacob Williamson. The CMS yearbook adviser is Amy Kaspar.

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Swimmers Compete In North Zone Meet

Dawson Middle School and Carroll Middle School competed last weekend in the Keller Middle School North Zone State Swim & Dive Championships at the Keller Natatorium. Twenty-four swimmers and three divers competed for CMS; 27 swimmers represented DMS. Both CISD teams finished in the top six.

The following is a list of team results:

8th Grade Girls
1. Carroll MS 245
2. Texas MS 179
3. Keller MS 134
4. Dawson MS 116
5. Tyler MS 88
6. Evans MS & Indian Springs MS 46

8th Grade Boys
1. Dawson MS 249
2. Texas MS 160
3. Carroll MS 129
4. Evans MS 126
5. Indian Springs MS 97
6. Tyler MS 85

7th Grade Girls
1. Dawson MS 228
2. Carroll MS 182
3. Keller MS 116
4. Slaton MS 106
5. Hutchinson MS 72
6. Paris MS 64

7th Grade Boys
1. Hutchinson MS 185
2. Texas MS 154
3. Dawson MS 129
4. Slaton MS 105
5. Irons MS 85
6. Carroll MS 72

The top three relay teams for the Dragons included:

7th Grade Girls
1st place: Carroll MS 200 Medley Relay 2:16.23 with Tanya Ittiruck, Amanda Bumagny, Sarah Meinz and Ashlin Anderson

2nd place: Dawson MS 200 Medley Relay 2:17.93 with Katie Shackelford, Lauren Gornall, Amy Jorgensen and Emily Zapinski

1st place: Carroll MS 200 Free Relay 1:57.84 with Amanda Bumagny, Veronica Hadley, Tanya Ittiruck and Ashlin Anderson

2nd place: Dawson MS 200 Free Relay 2:02.49 with Katie Shackelford, Emily Zapinski, Amy Jorgensen and Lauren Gornall

7th Grade Boys
2nd place: Dawson MS 200 Medley Relay 2:16.29 with Yousef Darwish, Austin Nguyenphu, Jake Tovey and Kumail Haider

2nd place: Dawson MS 200 Free Relay 2:04.32 with Yousef Darwish, Austin Nguyenphu, Jake Tovey and Kumail Haider

8th Grade Girls
1st place: Carroll MS 200 Medley Relay 2:06.34 with Eden Henderson, Morgan Pettyjohn, Chelsea Zobrist and Jenny Chang

3rd place: Dawson MS 200 Medley Relay 2:13.64 with Taylor Derevyanik, Elise Weisert, Ali Smith and Nicole Stotts

2nd place: Carroll MS 200 Free Relay 1:52.08 with Chelsea Zobrist, Morgan Pettyjohn, Eden Henderson and Jenny Chang

8th Grade Boys
1st place: Dawson MS 200 Medley Relay 1:54.68 with Curtis Goss, Robert Resma, John Ausdenmoore, and Carson Henderson

2nd place: Carroll MS 200 Medley Relay 1:58.66 with Ryan Walker, Kyle Spencer, Ted Singley and Aaron Cox

1st place: Dawson MS 200 Free Relay 1:43.04 with Curtis Goss, Carson henderson, Dan Hoittis, and Tucker Steven

3rd place: Carroll MS 200 Free Relay 1:49.20 with Ryan Walker, Ted Singley, Stuart Hood and Aaron Cox

Mixed Relay 200 Free (7th Boy, 7th Girl, 8th Boy & 8th Girl)
2nd place: Carroll MS 1:55.96 with Stuart Hood, Allison Naval, Soren Jacobson and Veronica Hadley

Individual top six finishers for Dawson included:

7th grade Girls
Yassi Sahba 5th 200 free 2:30.43
Amy Jorgensen 2nd 100 IM 1:15.59 2nd 50 fly 33.58
Lauren Gornall 3rd 100 IM 1:17.62 3rd 50 fly 33.65
Danielle Lapicier 2nd 50 free 30.29 4th 50 back 35.51
Emily Zapinski 3rd 50 free 30.42 (knee operation just a few weeks ago!) 4th 100 free 1:05.46
Katie Shackelford 2nd 100 free 1:00.64 1st 50 back 32.35

7th Grade Boys
Austin Nguyenphu 1st 100 IM 1:07.14 1st 50 breast 32.97
Jake Tovey 2nd 100 IM 1:08.93 1st 50 fly 29.79
Yousef Darwish 6th 50 back 37.77

8th Grade Girls
Elise Weisert 2nd 100 IM 1:06.89 1st 50 breast 33.54
Taylor Derevyanik 1st 50 free 26.03 1st 50 fly 27.59

8th Grade Boys
Curtis Goss 1st 100 IM 58.65 2nd 50 back 27.49
Carson Henderson 4th 100 IM 1:04.69 3rd 50 free 25.02
Alexander Booth 6th 100 IM 1:16.30
Dan Hoittis 5th 50 free 27.24 5th 100 free 59.12
Tucker Steven 6th 50 free 27.44
John Ausdenmoore 4th 50 fly 28.26 3rd 100 free 56.57
Robert Resma 2nd 50 breast 34.23
Alexander Booth 4th 50 breast 36.32

Individual top six finishers for Carroll MS included:

7th Grade Girls
Tanya Ittiruck 2nd 200 free 2:10.23 1st 100 free 1:00.23
Ashlin Anderson 1st 50 free 29.78
Veronica Hadley 3rd 100 free 1:00.91 2nd 100 back 33.66
Amanda Bumagny 6th 100 free 1:08.85 2nd 50 breast 39.95

7th Grade Boys
John Remetta 4th 100 IM 1:11.28 1st 50 back 32.85
Soren Jacobson 1st 50 free 27.15 2nd 50 fly 30.19

8th Grade Girls
Chelsea Zobrist 5th 200 free 2:12.82 6th 100 free 1:01.37
Morgan Pettyjohn 3rd 100 IM 1:07.03 2nd 50 breast 34.92
Eden Henderson 5th 100 IM 1:07.90 4th 100 free 58.63
Meredith Miller 4th 50 free 28.46 4th 50 fly 33.76
Evelyn Freeman 5th 50 back 39.42
Kendall Coffey 6th 50 breast 39.31

8th Grade Boys
Ted Singley 2nd 200 free 1:52.67 2nd 50 fly 26.84
Ryan Walker 1st 50 free 23.29 1st 100 free 51.24
Kyle Spencer 5th 50 breast 36.62

In addition, Regan Klein, Angela Papa and Vasily Kaufman all competed in diving for CMS.

The middle school swim/dive teams are coached by Kevin Murphy and Paul Murphy of the Carroll swim coaching staff.

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DIS Choir Members Earn Superior, Excellent Ratings

Members of Durham Intermediate School's sixth grade choir recently competed in the Solo and Ensemble Contest at Cross Timber Middle School in Grapevine. Six soloists competed along with one ensemble. Five of the soloists received superior ratings and one earned an excellent rating. The ensemble team brought home an excellent rating, as well.

The contest judges were very complimentary of the performers. Congratulations to the following students: Brooke Greene, Heather Wang, Ashley Zartman, Katie DeLeon, Blair Orcutt, Nicole Johnson, Cydney Munson, Scarlett Pollard, Danielle Sherrill and Sara Schellenberger.

Erin Witt is the DIS choir/music teacher.

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CMS Used Book Sale Raises More Than $2K

Carroll Middle School's used book sale brought in more than $2,600. Proceeds will benefit the campus library and help purchase a security system to detect unauthorized books from leaving the library.

Some of the remaining books that were not sold will be taken to local homeless shelters. Event coordinators are still in the process of discussing where the others will be taken. One option includes selling them at Half Price Books to raise additional funds for the school.

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Teacher Introduces DES School Song

Durham Elementary School now has a school song - thanks to music teacher David Platt. The song was Introduced for the first time at the DES Volunteer Appreciation banquet April 25. Mr. Platt adapted the song from composer Joe Raposo who is famous for writing music for the hit children's show Sesame Street.

'"I wanted a fun song because Durham is such a joyful place for kids," said Mr. Platt. "I knew this was the kind of 'happy-sounding' song I was looking for as I developed the introduction and words to fit our school setting and added the cheering sections where the children shout 'D-E-S.' The minute it starts playing, everyone is in a happy mood."

Durham Elementary School was opened in 1995 and now boasts a lively school song, thanks to DES' own Mr. Platt.

The Happiest School in the World

1. If you feel lonely and you need a friend

I know a place on which you can depend.

A place that’s quiet and always nearby so let’s go there.
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You’re in the happiest school in the world – DES!!

The happiest school in a wonderful world.

A place to be young, a place to be free for you and for me.

You’re in the happiest school in the world – DES!!

The happiest school in a wonderful world.

Wherever I ever go. The happiest school I know.
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2. Sometimes you worry, you doubt and you fear,

But when you’re with us those thoughts disappear.

We’ll be together and learning and hope’s all you see there.
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You’re in the happiest school in the world – DES!!

The happiest school in a wonderful world.

A place to be young, a place to be free for you and for me.

You’re in the happiest school in the world – DES!!

The happiest school in a wonderful world.

Wherever I ever go. The happiest school I know.

The happiest school in the world. DES!!!!!!!

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Dragon Teachers Have Opportunity To Earn Master's Degree

Lamar University, in partnership with Carroll ISD, is offering an informational session for Dragon teachers interested in earning a Master's Degree in 18 months for $4,950. An informational session will be held Tuesday, May 20 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at the CISD Administration Center, 3051 Dove Road in Grapevine.

Letter: Lamar University - Master's Degree Informational Session

Flier: Lamar University Informational Session

For more information, visit www.academicpartnership.com/lamar/ or call Carmarion Anderson at 866-223-7675 ext. 4077.

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With Sympathy

Our sympathy is expressed to Donna Barrington (Business Office) and Christi Drilling (Business Office) on the death of their mother and grandmother April 21. Services were held Tuesday in Splendora, Texas.

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Our Newest Baby Dragon

Congratulations to Kelly Kaczmarski (Rockenbaugh Elementary) and her husband, Dan, on the birth of their son Evan Daniel. Evan was born April 29 weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces and 20 inches long.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Eubanks Librarian Wins Southlake Style Magazine Contest

Southlake Style, Southlake’s Premier Lifestyle Magazine, is proud to announce Lucy Drenka as the 3rd annual Best Mom Essay Contest Winner for 2008. Lucy, a librarian at Eubanks Intermediate School for nearly a decade, was the topic for her daughter Stephanie’s well written essay on what a REAL mother is to her. Over 100 essays were sent by Southlake residents through www.southlakestyle.com on the topic of why their mother or wife should be recognized as the Best Mom in Southlake!

Editor and publisher Mike Tesoriero says, “This year’s contest was truly a special one. The outpouring of support for moms throughout the city was overwhelming. We received plenty of essays from children and dads alike, wanting to show appreciation for the mom in their life. Even better was the support we received from our Southlake sponsors as they really helped us put together a prize package worthy of a Queen!

Mrs. Drenka, mother of two, will enjoy reading her daughter’s essay as part of a feature in Southlake Style’s May Family issue coming to your home this weekend! As the winner she will also be showered with over $1,300 worth of gifts from the following sponsors:

“ Mom’s Truly Charming” from Grayson Allen Fine Jewelers ($500 value)
A Sterling Silver STARHAVEN Fleur de Lis Charm Bracelet, by Liz Donahue (sold exclusively at Grayson Allen Fine Jewelers)
5 additional sterling silver charms to be selected by the winner’s family
“ Mom’s Time Out” at Corinthian Wellness Spa ($258 value)
Aroma Flutter Massage
Pain-in-the-Neck-Relief
Youthful Renewal Facial
and a Special Gift!
“ You ought to be in Pictures” from Premiere Photography Studio ($268 value)
Family Studio or Location Portrait Session
One 11x14 Portrait
“ Mom’s Night Out” from the Hilton Southlake ($300 value)
1 Weekend Night Stay
Breakfast for two at Copeland’s Restaurant

More Best Mom essays, in addition to Lucy’s, can be read at www.southlakestyle.com

Barnes & Noble Hosting Educator Appreciation Week

Barnes & Noble Booksellers of Southlake is hosting an Educator Appreciation Week from now through May 4. Pre-K through 12th grade educators, librarians, administrators and staff are eligible to receive a special 25% off all book purchases for the classroom and educational development.

In addition, Barnes & Noble is hosting a special educator reception at their store Saturday, May 3 at 11 a.m. For more information, click the links below.

Flier: Barnes & Noble Educator Appreciation Week

Barnes & Noble Educator Appreciation Week Voucher

 

Golf Tournament In Memory Of Fallen Grapevine Police Officer

A memorial golf tournament is being organized to honor the late Office Darren Medlin of the Grapevine Police Department. Officer Medlin was killed by a drunk driver in 2004.

To support this cause by playing golf, or sponsoring a Grapevine Police Association golfer, visit the following link www.rememberthefallen.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nature Center Volunteer Orientation Planned

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Have a few hours to spare during the week, or during the month? The Bob Jones Nature Center organization is planning volunteer orientations at the Center, Tuesday, May 6. The morning orientation is planned for 9:30 a.m. and the evening orientation is at 7 p.m. Interested volunteers need attend only one orientation. The Center is located at 355 E. Bob Jones Road in Southlake.

The Center, a public-private partnership with the Bob Jones Nature Center organization and the City of Southlake, opened in April. Volunteers will be involved as program leaders and assistants, visitor greeters, Nature’s Nest gift shop assistants and garden caregivers. The orientation will last about an hour and a half.

For more information, contact Emily Galpin at 817-939-1110 or by E-mail at galpineh@charter.net.
The Bob Jones Nature Center is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving and educating about the North Central Texas Eastern Cross Timbers.

 

Participate In America's Favorite Mom Contest

Want to give your mom the best gift ever this Mother's Day? Nominate her for the title of America's Favorite Mom by logging onto www.americasfavoritemom.com and submit why America should love your mom as much as you do. She could be one of the finalists chosen by viewers to win cash and prizes as well as be the star of a prime time TV special.

This year is the 100th Anniversary of Mother's Day, the perfect time to tell your mom how much you care. To make this day even more special, call Macaux Floral and send her flowers to tell her how special she really is. Ten percent of purchases over $50 will be donated back to Carroll ISD. Orders must be made in person or by phone for offer to apply.

Visit Macaux Floral Events at 1609 Hart, Suite 100 in Southlake. For more information, call 817-488-6003 or visit www.macauxfloral.com.

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