THE GREEN PAGES WEB DIRECTORY - PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THE CARROLL DRAGONS

Posted April 5, 2007


(Click Ad For Web Link)

Friday: Student, Staff Holiday

This Friday (April 6) is a student and staff holiday for Carroll ISD. This date is one of two bad weather days built into the school calendar. Because of a winter storm in January, students and staff will attend school Friday, May 4.

Back to top

Lady Dragons' Soccer Season Comes To An End

The Lady Dragon soccer team's playoff run came to an end last night. The girls lost to Hebron High School 4-0. Congratulations Lady Dragons on a great season!

Matt Colvin coaches the Lady Dragon soccer team.

Back to top

Dragon Singers Earn State Honors

Two Carroll seniors recently earned All State recognition for their voices. Heather Neeley was named to the All State Choir and Katie Smith was named an alternate. Heather is the first Dragon to make the State Choir since 2004. Both Heather and Katie have been hard at work practicing multiple songs since last summer.

Chris Hutchison directs the Carroll choir.

Back to top

Trustees Hear Workshop On K-6 Instructional Program

School Board members met April 2 in a workshop setting to discuss the district's overall curriculum program. Representatives of the Instructional Services Department reviewed extensive data, as well as needs and considerations for each of the specific content and grade-level areas.

In other business, the School Board:

  • Approved the hiring of Shannon Wilson to serve as a social studies teacher at Carroll Senior High School and as the Defensive Coordinator for the varsity football team;
  • Discussed options for heating and cooling at Durham Elementary and Intermediate as well as Carroll Senior High School; Trustees plan to review and consider the best long-term solution for both of these campuses in regards to HVAC.

To read more about the April 2 Board Workshop, click the link below.

Board Clips - 4.2.07

Back to top

Kindergarten Registration Around The Corner

Kindergarten Roundup for the 2007-2008 school year is quickly approaching. Parents with children who will turn five years old on or before September 1, 2007 should note the dates below. For more information, contact your child's campus.

To view a complete list of documents required for new student registration, click the following link:
2007-2008 School Year Registration Requirements

Durham Elementary School - 817-949-4400
April 24 - 6 to 7 p.m.

Johnson Elementary School - 817-949-4500
April 26 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Old Union Elementary School - 817-949-4600
April 26 - 8:15 to 10 a.m.

Rockenbaugh Elementary School - 817-949-4700
April 27 - 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Carroll Elementary School - 817-949-4300
April 30 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Back to top

Carroll Education Foundation Hosts Street Festival

The Carroll Education Foundation, in conjunction with the Village at Timarron, is hosting the 1st Annual Street Festival & Raffle. This event is sponsored by Capital One, The Dinner Station and Premier Chiropractic of Southlake.

The fun takes place Friday, April 13 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Village at Timarron shopping center - located at the corner of Southlake Boulevard and Byron Nelson Parkway. Activities include food, music, face painting, rock climbing, live entertainment and much more. Raffle tickets are $10 each and may be purchased by E-mail at southlake@thedinnerstation.com or at the following business locations: Adventure Kids, The Dinner Station, Fit 4 Her, Farpointe Cellar, Spa D'Aroma and Premier Chiropractic of Southlake. Prizes will be awarded April 13; individuals need not be present to win.

This festival honors the Carroll Education Foundation and 100% of the proceeds benefit CEF.

Note: The information provided in this communication is the responsibility of the Carroll Education Foundation. Although qualified nonprofit organizations may be authorized to conduct raffles, the Carroll Independent School District itself is not authorized to conduct raffles.

Back to top

Mark Your Calendar: Digging For Dragons Events

Digging For Dragons is proud to present the 1st Annual Casino Royale Celebrity Tournament. Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 12 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight. The action takes place at Timarron Country Club. Activities include an extravagant buffet dinner and beverages, along with drawings, live and silent auctions and the chance to win a Hummer and Ironhorse motorcycle.

Tickets are $100 per person for general admission. The cost is $150

for tournament players. An entire tournament table for eight players may be purchased for $1,000 ($125 per tournament player). Proceeds from this event benefit CISD programs.

For additional details, or for a ticket order form, visit the link below - or visit www.diggingfordragons.com.

Digging For Dragons: Casino Royale Celebrity Tournament 2007 flier

Table sponsorships are available. For more information, contact Heather Schultz at heather.schultz@charter.net.

Note: The information provided in this communication is the responsibility of the Digging For Dragons Foundation. Although qualified nonprofit organizations may be authorized to conduct raffles, the Carroll Independent School District itself is not authorized to conduct raffles and does not engage in fundraising activities that might appear to promote gambling.

Also, volunteers are needed for the 3rd Annual Digging For Dragons Celebrity Sports Jamboree. This event is scheduled for Saturday, May 5 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Dragon Stadium. To volunteer, or for more information, contact Vicki Adams at 817-490-1890 or by E-mail at vickij003@aol.com.

Digging For Dragons: 3rd Annual Celebrity Sports Jamboree flier

During the Celebrity Sports Jamboree, a Hip Hop Clinic will be taught and performed. Click the link below for more details and a pre-registration form.

Digging For Dragons: Hip Hop Clinic flier

Back to top

Season Ticket Reminder

Carroll ISD's season ticket holders were recently notified of the deadlines to secure their seats for the 2007 football season. Some season ticket holders have three-year personal seat licenses that are expiring. These individuals have until 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 to renew their seat license and retain their season tickets by paying the appropriate fees. Others who have an unexpired personal seat license must pay for their season tickets by the April 18 deadline, as well.

Any seats that remain unsold after April 18 will be offered to existing ticket holders on a special "trade day" scheduled for Tuesday, May 1 from 8 a.m. to noon. At that time, existing season ticket holders may improve their seating arrangement for the upcoming season by trading their existing seats for more desirable locations.

All seats that remain after May 1 will go on sale to the general public Tuesday, May 8. The public then has the right to purchase a one-year seat license or a three-year personal seat license. The cost of a one-year license is $50 per seat. The cost of a three-year license is $90 per seat. The actual season ticket is an additional $75 per seat.

Questions about 2007 Season Ticket Sales may be directed to Terri Anderson at 817-949-8270.

Back to top

School Board Meets Monday

Carroll Trustees will meet Monday, April 9 in the auditorium of Johnson Elementary School, 1301 N. Carroll Avenue. Open session begins at 6 p.m. (Note time) Trustees are expected to consider the 2007-2008 staffing plan, portable classrooms at three campuses and the addition of a 10th preschool class - located at Carroll Elementary School.

A complete agenda will be posted to the district's website today.

Back to top

The Green Pages: Featured Business Of The Week

Beginning this spring, business members of The Green Pages, will be featured in School eNews Online. To become a Carroll ISD supporter, or for more information regarding The Green Pages, CISD's online business directory, call 817-949-7080. Learn more about this week's featured business by visiting The Green Pages online at www.southlakecarroll.edu/vendorsguide.htm.

Total Concept Golf Academy

Total Concept Offers Southlake Summer Junior Golf Series

Give your son or daughter the opportunity to improve their golf game, compete against kids their own age and have a great time in an enjoyable, safe and encouraging environment.

The Total Concept Golf Academy and the Southlake Parks and Recreation Department have put together a series of nine-hole tournaments in which participants will compete based upon age and ability and earn points toward year-end prizes and trophies.

To register, or for more information, contact Jeff Isler at 817-789-3382, visit the Southlake Parks and Recreation office at 400 N. White Chapel or log on to http://southlake.recware.com.

Back to top

Grand Slam Event Slated For April 21

Don't miss this year's 2007 Carroll Night At The Ballpark - Saturday, April 21. Game time is 7:05 p.m. at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Come cheer on the Texas Rangers as they take on the Oakland A's.

All Carroll ISD staff members and those students with perfect attendance as of April 1 will receive complimentary ticket vouchers to attend the game. These vouchers must be redeemed for tickets. Game activities include a fireworks show and special on-field recognition for selected students and staff.

All Carroll family members and friends are eligible for discounted tickets on five levels. The Texas Rangers make a $2 donation to CISD for every advanced ticket purchased. Prices range from $5 to $39. Tickets may be purchased by phone, U.S. mail or fax. Note: A $3 service fee is applied to all ticket orders that are mailed. To avoid the service fee, pick your tickets up at Will Call.

Fliers and ticket vouchers were delivered to campuses this week. For more information, or to view an electronic version of the flier - visit the link below. Additional questions may be directed to CISD's Communications & Marketing Department at 817-949-7080.

2007 Carroll Night At The Ballpark

Back to top

Upcoming Sports, Educational Camps

Back to top

CISD Mentor Program Underway

Carroll ISD's P.R.I.D.E. Program (Providing Resources to Insure Dragon Excellence) hosted a breakfast in the library of Dawson Middle School Tuesday for mentors and teachers to meet one another. PRIDE is designed to build a bridge between the business community and the schools, while at the same time increasing the self awareness and esteem of students by encouraging them to give their best.

Mary Lehrer, CISD’s Academic Achievement Counselor, coordinated the event. At top right, Dawson Middle School teacher Judith Larose visits with Chick-fil-A of Southlake owner Mark Guilbert. At bottom right, Lehrer discusses goals of the district's PRIDE program while teachers and mentors look on.

Volunteers interested in participating in PRIDE should complete an application packet. Forms are available by visiting the district’s website at www.southlakecarroll.edu. Simply click on the “Breaking News” link to access the Community Mentor Application.

Back to top

 

 

 

District Art Show To Showcase Student Talent

The community has several chances to view Carroll ISD student artwork at various events in the coming weeks.

The Southlake Public Library has been spotlighting Carroll ISD student artwork since March 19. The remaining show schedule is listed below.

April 2-April 9, Rockenbaugh Elementary
April 9-April 16, Durham Elementary
April 16-April 23, Old Union Elementary
April 23-April 30, K-8th combined
April 30-May 7, Durham Intermediate
May 7-May 14, Eubanks Middle
May 14-May 21, Carroll Middle
May 21-May 29, Dawson Middle

Library hours are Monday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The library is open from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday and closed Sunday.

In addition, CISD K-8 student artwork will be on display April 27-29 during Art in the Square in the Children’s Art booth.

And finally, K-8 art and music students will be highlighted at the annual district Art Show with music performances at Carroll High School Saturday, April 28 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 29 from noon to 4 p.m.

Music performances take place April 28 at CHS. A schedule is listed below.

9:30 a.m.- Old Union Elementary
10:30 a.m. - Durham Intermediate
11:30 a.m. - Johnson Elementary
1:30 p.m. - Carroll Elementary
2:30 p.m. - Durham Elementary
3:30 p.m. - Rockenbaugh Elementary

Back to top

Eubanks Students Gearing Up For Book Battle

Eubanks students are preparing to battle it out Tuesday, April 10 at 9 a.m. during the final round of Battle of the Books. This event is a dynamic reading program designed to encourage sixth graders to read independently, broaden reading interests and increase reading comprehension while promoting academic excellence. Students are divided into teams that are student directed. After several weeks of independent reading, group discussion and preparation - the students are ready for battle.

The competition consists of teams competing to correctly answer questions based on the content of the books using a quiz show format. The Carroll Education Foundation supported the Battle of the Books with a grant in 2000 and a continuation grant in both 2002 and 2005 that enabled EIS to update book selections.

Eubanks Intermediate School is located at 500 S. Kimball Avenue in Southlake. The EIS librarian and coordinator of Battle of the Books is Lucy Drenka.

Back to top

Healthcare Professionals Share Expertise With Aspiring Students

More than 50 students and 20 physicians, nurses and healthcare professionals attended an educational breakfast March 28. This event was hosted by Carroll ISD’s Carroll Medical Academy (CMA).

Local medical professionals were invited to speak with high school students about careers in the healthcare profession.

“It helped me learn about all the different medical professions,” said sophomore Christian Genco. “I was able to see who was most enthusiastic about their profession, and I got a better idea of what I want to do when I am older.”

This is the third year CMA has hosted a physician breakfast, and Carroll students have expressed it as being beneficial in their decision-making process.

The Carroll Medical Academy is a magnet program through the Carroll school district where students who are interested in pursuing a career in a medical field are offered intensive math and science courses. This program is offered for grades 9 through 12 at Carroll Senior High School.

For more information about the Carroll Medical Academy, contact Sherry Martin at MartinSh@cisdmail.com or call 817-949-5800.

Back to top

Colorguard Seeking New Members

The Carroll Varsity Colorguard, which is part of the marching band, adds visual interest to the varsity football halftime shows with the spinning of multi-colored flags, rifles and sabers. In addition, members earn P.E. credit in the fall and Fine Arts credit in the spring for their class.

Students currently enrolled in eighth through 11th grades are eligible to tryout for the Varsity Colorguard team. Those who are interested must attend a four-day clinic prior to tryouts in which the basics of marching and flag work, along with a short routine will be taught.

Remaining tryout clinics April 5, 9 and 12. Clinics are held in the Carroll High School gym from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tryouts are Tuesday, April 24. Some prior dance or gymnastics experience is helpful, but not required. A mandatory parent meeting is scheduled for tonight (April 5) at 6:30 p.m. in the Carroll High School cafeteria. For more information, contact Pam Randall at RandallP@cisdmail.com.

Back to top

Save The Date: Summer Forensic Workshop

Mark your calendars for a summer forensic workshop. This event takes place August 13-17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $125 per student. For additional information, contact Dragon Forensic Coach Diane Forbes at ForbesD@cisdmail.com.

Back to top

Durham Elementary Seeking Talent Show Participants

Durham Elementary performers are needed to participate in the annual DES Talent Show scheduled for Sunday, June 3. Become a participant and share your talent with Southlake on your way to the top! For more information, and to view the registration form, click the link below.

2007 DES Talent Show Registration Form

Back to top

Dragon Jazz Band Receives Outstanding Award

The Carroll Senior High School Jazz Band 1 recently beat 19 other high school groups from across the country. The band received the Leon Breeden award for outstanding high school jazz ensemble and the students were invited to play at the evening concert which featured world-renowned jazz pianist Kenny Baron. To top it off, the CSHS jazz band's music was broadcast live on 88.1 KNTU and on the internet worldwide.

Joshua Fox directs the CSHS jazz bands.

Back to top

Lady Dragon Golfers Swing To Top

Five Lady Dragon golfers made it to the top 10 in Round 1 of District 5-5A competition. Senior Kelsey Rockey shot a 76 and finished in the lead during the first round of the district tournament held April 3-4 at Hackberry Creek Country Club. The team finished the first day in the lead with a score of 313.

After the second day of competition, the Lady Dragons took home a first place team win, as well as three top individual finishes: Kelsey Rockey (152), Kalie Presti (161) and Chandra Alexander (162).

Matt Glenn coaches the Lady Dragon golf team.

Back to top

Carroll Track Athletes Lead Area High Schools

Dragon track athletes have been doing a great job of representing Carroll ISD. The following is a list of students who are leading the area's high schools as track leaders:

Dragon Boys

1600
1st place: Colby Lowe, Carroll...4:15.54

3200
1st place: Colby Lowe, Carroll...9:00.78
2nd place: C.J. Brown, Carroll...9:29.18

300 Hurdles
5th place: Ford Renfro, Carroll...39.82

Lady Dragons

1600
4th place: Taylor Stephens, Carroll...5:19.96

3200
4th place: Taylor Stephens, Carroll...11:31.06

In addition, several ninth graders competed in the Southlake Freshman Invitational held April 3. Click the link below to view a complete list of results:

2007 Southlake Freshman Invitational Results

Tonight (April 5), the track team will compete in the Jaguar Relays at Flower Mound High School; the Texas Relays will be held April 6-7 in Austin and the District meet is scheduled for April 11-12 at Northwest High School.

The Dragon track team is coached by Justin Leonard, Robert Ondrasek, Wyvonne Walling, Chris Anderson, Matt Shabay and Jacqueline Langford.

Back to top

CMS Band Students Earn Top Ratings

Carroll Middle School symphonic band students competed in the University Interscholastic League's (UIL) Concert & Sight-Reading Contest held March 30 at Hebron High School. The band was awarded first division ratings in both concert and sight-reading.

Suzanne Dell directs the Carroll Middle School band.

Back to top

Carroll Students Participate In Odyssey Of The Mind

Carroll students who competed in the Odyssey of the Mind State Finals have returned - and they've brought back with them numerous accolades.

The Carroll Senior High School team took the absolute highest honor in addition to coming in first place. A team from Carroll High School took first place in the vehicular problem and third place in the classics problem. Eubanks Intermediate's team won third place in their problem and Rockenbaugh won first place along with the OMer Award. One team from Carroll Elementary advanced to the state level and went on to compete in Houston.

Odyssey of the Mind challenges teams and presents students with an opportunity to learn creative problem-solving methods and have fun in the process.

Pictured at right are CES' Odyssey of the Mind "Classics" team members: Ann Dahl, Gillian Treta, Annie Teer, Tommy McCormick, Will McCormick and Evan McVay.

 

 

Back to top

Johnson Students Experiment With Eggs

Johnson Elementary School third graders have been "egg-xtra" hard at work while participating in the school's annual JES Egg Drop. These scientific students created containers that would protect their raw egg while falling from the roof of JES.

At right, JES third grade teacher Sonia Reguero drops a student's egg experiment from the campus roof.

Back to top

Dawson Symphony Band In Tune With Victory

The Dawson Middle School Wind Symphony performed at the Region 24 University Interscholastic League's (UIL) Concert and Sightreading competition April 4. The 76-member ensemble went to Wakeland High School in Frisco and performed three prepared pieces for a select panel of judges.

The very difficult program of Under the Double Eagle, Shenandoah and Havendance was well received by the panel. Each of the judges awarded the group superior ratings (straight ones) and gave compliments on the performance. After the stage portion, the band sightread a new piece of music. The group performed again to a superior level with all three judges giving straight ones.

With those two stellar performances, the band received the coveted Sweepstakes award, making it the fifth year in row for the DMS Symphony. Congratulations Dragons!

David Stone directs the DMS band.

Back to top

eNews Corrections, Updates

Students from Johnson Elementary School recently raised money for the American Heart Association through Jump Rope For Heart. The students dedicated their jumping to Jake Benoist, a Carroll graduate, who has suffered with a heart condition and has undergone surgery to have an artificial defibrillator put in his chest. This was incorrectly stated in last week's edition of School eNews Online.

Jason Bickerstaff, Matt Butler, Rachel Clift and Amy Creecy recently competed together on the Social Studies team at the University Interscholastic League's (UIL) Academic meet. Their team's accomplishment were mentioned in last week's newsletter, but individual team members were not named. The social studies team won first place at District and will advance to the Regional competition at Texas Tech University. Marsha Gray coaches the Social Studies UIL team.

Back to top

Our Newest Baby Dragon

Congratulations to Aracely Alvarez (Child Nutrition) following the birth of her baby daughter Daira Jasmine. She was born March 12 and was 18.9 inches long and weighed 6.5 pounds.

Back to top

With Sympathy

Our sympathy is expressed to Steve Bond (Director of Transportation) and his family following the death of his mother-in-law over the weekend. Services were held April 4 at Oak Cliff Presbyterian Church in Dallas.

And, to Diane Fair (Rockenbaugh Elementary) and her family following the recent death of her son-in-law.

Back to top

Posted To The Website

The following documents have recently been posted to the district's website:

Back to top

COMMUNITY NEWS

Dallas Opera To Present Free Concert In Southlake

The Dallas Opera Emerging Artists Program is bringing Opera in a Box: Follow Your Dreams to Southlake Tuesday, April 17 at 7 p.m. This concert is complimentary and open to the public - and will be held in the main sanctuary of White's Chapel United Methodist Church, 185 S. White's Chapel Boulevard in Southlake.

This concert is sponsored by the Apex Arts League, in conjunction with the White's Chapel music ministry, the City of Southlake and with underwriting support from the Southlake Town Square office of Smith Barney.

Opera in a Box: Follow Your Dreams creates a portrait of what it takes to pursue a career in opera as seen through the eyes of four aspiring opera singers. Using limited props and costumes, the singers present autobiographical portraits weaving their personal experiences with performances of selected scenes and arias from popular operas.

The Apex Arts League is a non-profit organization whose mission is to bring a regional visual and performing arts center to Northeast Tarrant County. For further information, contact Tim Georgeff at tgeorgeff@whiteschapelumc.com or Terri Messing at terri.messing@apexartsleague.org.

Dallas Opera's - Opera in a Box flier

 

Prom Dress Sale At GRACE Grapevine

GRACE (Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange) has a large selection of beautiful prom dresses for sale at its upscale resale shop - Graceful Buys. Dress prices range from $18 to $60.

Not only are these dresses affordably priced, but the proceeds benefit a worthy charity. For more information, visit the link below or visit www.gracegrapevine.org.

GRACE Grapevine - Prom Dress Sale

GRACE is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people in need.

 

Southlake Style Magazine Hosts Best Mom And Dad Contest

Southlake Style is looking for the city's very best moms and dads. The magazine is hosting a contest through April 6 asking residents to submit in writing why their mother or father should be recognized as the best parent in Southlake! Entries should be 500 words or less and winning submissions will be printed in the May/June issue of Southlake Style.

Visit the link below to submit your entry today. The deadline is Friday, April 6.
Southlake Style Magazine's Best Mom & Dad Contest or E-mail entries directly: submissions@southlakestyle.com.

Visit Southlake Style's website at www.southlakestyle.com.

 

Bob Jones Nature Center To Host Hike

Nature lovers, photographers and anyone interested in learning more about the Cross Timbers, is invited to participate in the Bob Jones Nature Center's April Hike - Saturday, April 14 at 9 a.m. To read the complete press release, visit the link below.

Bob Jones Nature Center Press Release: April Hike

 

Local Softball Association Extends Scholarship Deadline

The Southlake Girls Softball Association (SGSA) is proud to offer a new scholarship program for college-bound students attending college. The SGSA Board recently voted to award five $1,000 scholarships this year.

Hard copies of the application are available at Carroll Senior High School, 1501 W. Southlake Boulevard. The deadline to submit completed applications is Sunday, April 15.

SGSA is a non-profit organization whose goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to grow physically, mentally and emotionally while playing recreational and competitive softball. For details and to review scholarship requirements and criteria, visit the link below:

SGSA Scholarship Application

Back to top

 

 
  Copyright © 2006
Carroll Independent School District
Email the Webmaster: jthannum@cisdmail.com