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Principal's Message
Congrats on wrapping up the first week back from break! It was great to see our students and come together as a staff.
This will be a busy and productive week with Parent Teacher Conferences and tutoring right around the corner. Parents are our greatest allies, lets make this a great Parent Teacher Conference Night.
A few notes and reminders--
- Spring Parent Teacher Conferences will take place this Thursday from 4-7:30pm. Click here to see the district flier. The teacher Conference Record Form can be downloaded from Google docs by clicking here and the Teacher Scheduling Tool is also available here. Please be prepared by scheduling conferences in advance, filling out the Teacher Conference Record, and by having a clean and orderly environment.
- The Texas Legends Field Trip for 3rd-5th graders will take place this Friday, January 14th. Please help us remind students and get them excited about this excellent opportunity for them to see a professional basketball team game. Dinner and transportation are provided.
- The Lion's Club vision bus will be here on January 20th. They provide free eye exams and glasses to students in need. We sent out 58 application for free glasses and have only received 15. Please remind students and parents to take advantage of this free service and great opportunity.
- A field trip to Stockard Middle School for fifth graders is scheduled for February 9th. This trip provides students an opportunity to see the middle school setting and become familiar with expectations for the upcoming school-year. Please encourage all fifth grade students to turn in their application and attend.
- Most staff members have completed the DISD Annual Policy Acknowledgment, those that have not, please Go here to download step-by-step directions for completing the acknowledgement. Upon completion, a confirmation of acknowledgment will be sent to your district e-mail. Please forward me me the confirmation of acknowledgement.
A Week in Review
Lead4Ward PD and Staff Led PD
Tuesday was a great day of professional development with Lead4ward presenting strategies to reach our struggling students at Cochran Elementary and teachers leading PD sessions on campus.
ACP Celebrations
We celebrated growth in many academic areas based on ACP scores and the efforts of ALL staff.
Welcome Back!
We welcomed students back with open arms and engaging activities.
Your Voice Matters
Vote for January Teacher of the Month by Friday, January 22nd at 5pm by clicking here. We will honor them at our PTA Meeting on Thursday, January 28th.
Go Above and Beyond!
Our Texas Legends Field Trip will take place this Friday, January 15th. We are in need of a couple of chaperones, please see Mrs. Barron to obtain more information and volunteer. It will be a fun and exciting evening.
Shout Out!!!
Shout Out!!! to our cafeteria staff who goes above and beyond to help Soto students and staff. They are always ready to lend a helping hand with tutoring snacks, breakfast, or any other need. They are helpful and believe in our students. We are lucky to have them on our team! Their efforts make a difference. Please thank them when you see them!
Event Information
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Teacher Conferences will take place in teacher classrooms from 4:00pm to 7:30pm this Thursday, January 14th.
When?
Thursday, Jan 14, 2016, 04:00 PM
Where?
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr. Elementary School, West Jefferson Boulevard, Dallas, TX, United States
Event Information
Texas Legends Field Trip
Almost 100 Students will have the opportunity to attend a professional basketball game in Frisco, TX.
When?
Friday, Jan 15, 2016, 05:00 PM
Where?
4510 West Jefferson Boulevard, Dallas, TX, United States
Event Information
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Student/Teacher Holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
When?
Monday, Jan 18, 2016, 12:00 AM
Where?
4510 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX, United States
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr. Elementary
Email: pkwiatkowski@dallasisd.org
Website: dallasisd.org/Domain/594
Location: 4510 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX, United States
Phone: 9725025100