MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL Dear Bishop Dunne families:
We welcomed our faculty back on Monday to an in-service week packed with information and learning opportunities. A kick-off breakfast jump-started the week, with several board members in attendance to support the start of the school year. New faculty and administration members were introduced and our President, Tom Maj, gave a 'state-of-the-school'.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Bishop Dunne students attend camp Alive in You in Knoxville, Tenn. A group of Bishop Dunne students went to the Catholic camp, Alive In You, along with the Parish of Holy Spirit's youth group. The camp is a service and catholic conference where parishes from around the U.S. gather for a week in various cities to do mission work and to grow in their faith. Dorien Casey-Franklin and his Summer Internship DFW International Airport Rising senior, Dorien Casey-Franklin spent his summer at DFW International Airport (DFWIA) as a summer intern. He started in Design Code and Construction (DCC) working with project and construction managers learning how construction projects work from start-to-finish. "I learned a lot about projects," said Dorien, "especially the hundreds of pages of paperwork that had to be completed, turned-in and checked, and why it was important."
Johnathan Battle achieves Eagle Scout Congratulations to Johnathan Battle on his recent accomplishment of attaining his Eagle Scout award. His project was the deoxidization of headlights and emergency lights on police vehicles for the Desoto Police Department, which improved visibility and and increased safety
Paloma Arellano and Natalia Michel attend Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session Bishop Dunne rising juniors, Paloma Arellano and Natalia Michel attended the National Hispanic Institute's (NHI) Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session (LDZ) at the University of San Diego June 19-26, 2019. (Photo, l-r, Session attendee Krystal, Paloma Arellano, Natalia Michel, with attendees, Karen, and Melanie) LDZ is an eight-day experience for young people in the hispanic community to learn how to navigate, manage and create large organizations by taking charge of its own youth government and proposing future community policies and projects. (Photo, l-r, Paloma Arellano, Natalia Michel, and session attendee, Martizah)
For more information about NHI and its mission and leadership programs, visit National Hispanic Institute. Meet our new faculty and staff
LYNN WYMAN
Math Lynn Wyman is a proud TAMSter and SMU President's Scholar with a BS in mathematics, BA in medieval studies, and MS in applied mathematics from UT Dallas. She joins the BDCS faculty bringing with her teaching experiences from a year at Richardson High School, five years at San Marcos Academy (including three years as Department Chair), and 10+ years as a professional tutor of fourth grade math through differential equations. She strongly believes, "Mistakes Allow Thinking to Happen," in the classroom.
In her free time, Ms. Wyman enjoys sci-fi and horror, cross-stitching, and singing with her church choir.
SANDRA RODRIGUEZ
Strings Sandra Rodriguez joins Bishop Dunne's music department as a part time strings teacher. Mrs. Rodriguez is a violinist for the Northeast Symphony Orchestra, the Flower Mound Symphony, and the Texas Chamber Music Project. She is also a Leading Teaching Artist for the Dallas Symphony.
Her experience includes various roles in Puerto Rico since 1993; as a violinist for the Puerto Rico Philharmonic Orchestra, an extra musician with the Puerto Rico Symphony, -more-
JUAN BARZALLO
Theology / Psychology teacher Juan Barzallo has been teaching Theology at the High School level in Saint Louis, Mo., for the last two years. He graduated with a double Major in Psychology and Theology followed by a Master of Arts in Teaching, from Saint Louis University.
He is new to the Dallas area and is looking for ways to become involved in the community. When not at school, you may find him trying out a new restaurant or speaking to his family on the phone. He also loves comedy and reading. Mr Barzallo is excited to spend time with his new Bishop Dunne family. Look for additional New Faculty and Staff introductions in upcoming issues of the Falconer
BACK TO SCHOOL Immunization Information In order to be in compliance with Texas Administrative Code: Title 25, Health Services 97.61-97.77, we must receive proof of the required immunizations for all students. If a student does not meet this requirement, we cannot allow the student to remain in school until all delinquent immunizations are documented. -more-
The 2019 - 2020 Texas Minimum State Vaccine information chart is found here.
How to fund your student's cafe account Parents, you can now set up your children's cafeteria accounts online. Start by going to Pay School Central and click on Register to create an account login if you've already registered. You need your student's school ID number to register. If you don't know it, contact Mr. Root, Mrs. Voigt, or Mr. Muth). Please do not pay lunch fees through the business office portal.
Using Pay School Central will let you put money on your child's account instantly, track his/her spending, etc. Your child can always pay by cash as well. If you have any questions, please contact Chef Pete Torres.
Back-to-School Information Please review the 2019-2020 back-to-school information posted to the school website.
Bus Service Registration and Bus Schedule For students needing bus service, registration must be completed online. For complete information about bus service and the schedule visit the 2019 Back-to-School web page. .
Spring Break pilgrimage to Italy This year we will be taking our high school students to Paris, Rome, and Assisi for Spring Break (March 14-21, 2020). This special spiritual pilgrimage will offer such exciting opportunities for prayer, personal growth, delicious food, beautiful sights, and lifelong memories.
There will be an informational meeting Wednesday, August 21 from 5:30-6:30pm in the school library. All parents and students in the Upper School are welcome to attend.
This agenda is the same as previous informational meetings, so if you have attended one in the past, it is not necessary to attend again. Stay tuned for special meetings for our pilgrims later in the fall. For more information, contact Nicholas Brandt, Director of Campus Ministry.
2019-2020 Calendar Important dates for the upcoming school year - click here.
Volunteer Corner Welcome to Bishop Dunne! As members of the school community, we all share in the opportunity to volunteer our time.
What does this mean? Volunteering means you are giving your time and talent for the good of the school administration, teachers, parents and students. more
Middle School Sports Information!
Calling all Lady Falcons Athletes and Parents! On August 30, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Lady Falcons Athletics is hosting a Kick-off Social. Enjoy Pizza, snacks and drinks and tour the new Lady Falcons weight room.
You'll have the opportunity to meet the coaches as well as past, present and future Lady Falcons. Frank Ditta from NCSA, Next College Student Athlete, will be there to tell you about getting your student athlete to the next level of athletics.
Picture Day - please note date correction! Student pictures will be made August 14. To order your child's pictures go to: ID: TX069005Q0
6th Grade Supply List Incoming 6th grade students, please review the supply list for the 2019-2020 school year.
After school childcare available for Middle School students Childcare is available after school for Middle School students. For complete information, please go to the webpage.
Band Opportunities Calling all that love music!
The Bishop Dunne Music program is looking for members. We welcome musicians of all levels from beginner through advanced, as well as members of our color guard, or flag line.
Make music with the bands or strings, join the most energetic force on Friday nights with the marching band, join us on our award-winning trips to places like New Orleans, Disney World, and Houston with the concert ensembles, celebrate the musical history of American music with the Jazz Band or learn to twirl a flag. Band Overview
Additional information for Band:
REMINDERS Full dress uniform days-August 15 and 16 Wednesday, August 15 and Thursday August 16, students will be in full dress uniform which includes wearing a blazer. Please make sure your student's blazer is marked with his/her name on the inside so it is easily identified in case it is misplaced. Students who have not purchased a blazer are encouraged to do so before the start of school. For questions please call Mr. Johnson at 469-291-1771.
If you are interested in playing High School basketball Contact Coach Owens (cowens@bdcs.org) by Sept. 13.
Volunteer coaches needed for Middle School football and volleyball! If you are interested, please contact Delone Williams (dwilliams@bdcs.org).
Summer Reading and Assignments Summer Reading book lists and assignments for math and world language classes have been posted to our summer website. These assignments were designed to help keep your academic skills sharp over the summer and be best prepared for the upcoming school year. When purchasing your summer reading books, we recommend using Amazon Smile. A portion of your Amazon purchases will be donated back to Bishop Dunne.
New uniform Information
St. Vincent de Paul Donation Box Bishop Dunne has a donation box on campus. It is located in the south parking lot by the recycling bins. The box accepts only gently used clothing and shoes items. If you have other items that you wish to donate, please schedule a donation pick up online. Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international organization made up of Catholic lay men and women, whose primary mission is to seek the face of Christ in the poor.
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