FALL LEADERSHIP BREAKFASTS
Receive Parenting Points for
campus Leadership Breakfasts.
attending
Enjoy light breakfast snacks while visiting
with District Leadership and campus Administrators. Ask questions and learn about
district updates and plans.
RSVP by September 5th
Mission Statement:
The mission of Life School is to
train leaders with life skills
for the twenty-first century by establishing
strong academics, character training,
and a parenting program.
Grand Opening Celebrations
Life School LifeLine
September 2013
Leadership—Character—Scholarship
Welcome to Life Schools
judy.norman@lifeschools.net
Breakfast times are 8:30-9:30 a.m.
September 9
September 10
September 11
September 12
September 13
September 16
September 17
Oak Cliff Secondary
Red Oak Secondary
Oak Cliff Elementary
Red Oak Elementary
Mountain Creek
Lancaster
Cedar Hill
Hanson Hall
Mustang Room
Hanson Hall
Auditorium
Cafeteria
Gym
Gym
For more campus events visit www.lifeschools.net
Mountain Creek
Friday, September 13th
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
5525 W. Illinois Ave.
Dallas
Cedar Hill Phase III
Tuesday, September 17th
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
129 W. Wintergreen Rd.
Cedar Hill
RSVP by September 10th
Judy.norman@lifeschools.net
Please leave your name and campus
ribbon-cutting you plan to attend.
We hope you can come!
Life School of Dallas
950 South I-35E
Lancaster, TX 75146
www.lifeschools.net
972.274.7900
Leave your name and campus
Volume 2, Issue 1
2013-2014
Life School Families,
On behalf of the Life School team, I would like to welcome our students back to school! We are celebrating our 16th year of
serving families in Dallas and Ellis Counties. For those of you who are returning, we welcome you back. For those new to our
district, we are honored that you have joined the Life School Family. We are excited about the year and ready to help your
students reach their full potential by preparing them with life skills for the future. The team has worked extremely hard this
summer to prepare the campuses and classrooms for your scholars.
Here are just a few projects completed over the summer:
LSCH - Phase 3, a 15,000 square foot building with 10
core classrooms, allows the campus to grow to the 6th
grade. The elementary science lab will allow students an
authentic hands-on experience as they conduct experiments and work on projects.
 LSMC – New Campus. Projectors in each of the 10
classrooms and a new computer lab.
 LSOCE - The elementary science lab will allow students
an authentic hands-on experience as they conduct experiments and work on projects.
 LSOCS - Career & Technical Education Lab allows
students to gain real world experience in audio and visual
production. Other minor repairs and upgrades to lighting,
bleachers, and landscaping were completed.
 LSROS - Career & Technical Education Lab allows students to gain real world experience in audio and visual
production.
 LSLC - Installation of (2) computers in every classroom will allow daily student use in addition to designated
computer lab time.
 LSROE - Projector installation grades 2 & 3 classrooms
for the enhancement of student learning.
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Since it started in 1998, Life School has recognized parents as the “primary educator”. This means that Life School reinforces
the valuable character and leadership lessons you teach at home. Our teachers are also committed to partnering with you in
the education of your children. The partnership we share is what makes Life School such a special place for families. Thank
you for choosing Life School for your children. I would like to take this opportunity to invite each of you to our Leadership
Breakfast hosted at your campus in the month of September. Please come and receive an update of the exciting programs we
now offer for your students.
Brent Wilson, Superintendent
For more district and campus news visit the Life School website at www.lifeschools.net
Life School Names District Employees of the Year
for 2012-2013
Congratulations to the following District Employees of the Year for 2012-2013. These team members were chosen
for their commitment to the values and mission of Life School. Each was honored at the Life School Convocation on
August 2nd and were given a beautifully etched, crystal plaque and monetary gift. They are pictured below with
Superintendent Brent Wilson.
District Elementary Teacher of the Year Justin Burns
Celebrating Years of Service at Life School
Life School honored employees who have been with the district for five, ten, and fifteen years at Convocation on Friday,
August 2nd. Thank you for helping make Life School what it is today and for helping prepare each student for a bright
and promising future.
Five Year top left: Christy Alvillar, Tiffany Baker, Kathryn Barnes, Charlene Bartley, Edward Berumen, Chase Bishop, Jolie Bishop, Kayla
Bishop, Vicki Bishop, Brock Boggs, Joanna Brinkerhoff, Justin Burns, Angela Copeland, Kathryn Copeland, Nick Cowan, Solia Cuellar,
Tarra Daughtry, Lee De La Cerda, Stephanie De La Cerda, Joe Delgado, Ronald Ellis, Micah Fletcher, Judy Frazier, Dayna Frey, Ashley
Gantt, Mary Garcia, Kristine Garrison, Debora Goff, Stephanie Graham, Sharon Grey, Arin Harrison, Michael Hirtzel, Dallas Horne,
Daloma Horne, Devonne Hutson, Lesli Janky, Amy Johnson, Sherry Lee, Ben Lizarraga, Tanya Lollar, Ismael Luna, Marina Luna, Martha
Luna, Mellissa Martinez, David Mendez, James Miller, Lorine Nunley, Robin Olivarez, Jennifer Price, Mario Ramirez, Kimberly Riepe,
Mercedes Rocha, Alissa Russell, Wendy Santos, Jennifer Scheer, Gloria Shellman, Lanita Sherpell, Jeff Smith, Dana Sosebee, Rena
Stinedurf, Angela Talbert, Albert Thomas, Laura Thompson, Juan Valladares, Sara Ward, Autumn Wilson, Kimberly Witherspoon,
Stephanie Wolf, and Charlotte Wynne.
Ten Year top right: (front row) Kay Bateman, Monika Bray, Jaclyn Lauterbach, Rebecca Thrush, Deanna Woods, (back row) DeWayne
Parker, Scott Thrush, Lynelle Vaughan, and Eric Wurster
Fifteen Year bottom right: Tammy Crane and Scott Fuller
Partnering Together to Make a Difference
People make a difference. As I reflect back on the past sixteen years here at Life School, I remember numerous individuals that have
poured their heart and soul into this organization, shaping it into the successful district it is today. What makes Life School great is the
collaboration of staff, parents, and students. We know from experience that partnering together always makes us better and stronger.
As we begin a new school year, I reflect on the lives of my two children, Graham and Macy. As they now both attend the Red Oak Secondary campus, I think back to the incredible teachers and other staff who included Melody and I as they taught our kids. I am so
thankful to the men and women who serve at Life School each and every day with a passion for excellence. My children are better
because of them. Be sure to express your appreciation to our staff next time you see them.
As a long time member of this organization, I know that we make mistakes, and we don’t claim to be perfect. Take my word for it, we
are our biggest critics. We have a burning desire to strive for excellence in all that we do. As we continue to improve and make Life
School a better place, we’re looking for new ways to serve our families and offer new opportunities.
I am excited about the new academic programs and services that we are offering this year, especially for our secondary students. The
September Leadership Breakfast is the perfect time to share these new programs with you, our parents. Some of these programs were
requested at last year’s breakfasts and we want to hear from you again! Be sure to mark your calendars. We look forward to seeing you
there.
Scott Fuller, Chief of Staff
Justin Burns has served as K-6 PE teacher at Life School Red Oak and JV Basketball and Cross Country and
Track coach for Life School Red Oak Secondary for five years. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science
degree in Physical Education from Western Kentucky University in 2003 and is a member of Texas High
School Coaches Association, Texas Association of Basketball Coaches, and American Alliance for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Justin believes teachers have the ability to influence and direct
students through relationship. Because of this he often takes his wife and three daughters around his
students so they can see him as a positive role model, not only in coaching, but also as a husband and father.
He feels the most important things he can teach his students include having a good work ethic, positive
character, and upright leadership at home and in the community. Justin is married to Kyra (also a teacher) and they have three daughters;
Scout, Pearce and Jentry.
District Secondary Teacher of the Year Bradley Davidson
Bradley Davidson has taught Special Education English at Life School Red Oak Secondary for two years. He
graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2007 and has experience teaching Resource ELA, Applied Skills
Social/Behavioral, Applied Skills Reading, and JH/HS Applied Skills Dyslexia. Brad never planned to be a
teacher, but as he substitute taught while seeking a career in acting, he discovered fulfillment, especially
when he succeeded in helping students overcome obstacles. Brad says he has never been more proud than
when five of his Applied Social Skills students used their painful experiences of being bullied at another
school district into a skit and presented it to hundreds of elementary students at Life School campuses. Brad
feels that every student has the ability to achieve at a high level in the classroom. He believes if he provides
a safe learning environment, innovative and creative teaching methods, and just enough encouragement and inspiration, his students will
thrive. Brad is married to Rachel and they have a one year old daughter.
District Staff Member of the Year Wendy Scott
Wendy Scott is the receptionist and the first person parents and students see when they arrive at Life School
Cedar Hill K-6th grade campus. She enjoys assisting with communication between parents, students, and
teachers and believes it is the most helpful thing she does in her position. Wendy says she feels privileged to
work where children are encouraged to become active in their communities and to develop strong character
qualities as well as excellence in academics. Wendy says, “I am privileged to work at and get paid for what I
love. My passion for people and my overall joy for life are being used daily in my position at Life School.”
Wendy is also active at her local church and volunteers at various charities in her community. She has two
children; Samantha, 14, and Josiah, 8.
District Facilities Member of the Year Carlos Chinchilla
Carlos Chinchilla has been an employee of Life School for four years. Within that time he has served with the
Facilities Departments at the Lancaster and Oak Cliff campuses. He has consistently shown enthusiasm in
whatever task is assigned to him and everyone enjoys working with him. Carlos says he enjoys the working
environment at Life School and feels that he fits in well among his peers. In his spare time, Carlos enjoys
volunteering with his family at his church. He is married to Maria, and they have two small children, 6 year
old Carlos Emanuel, and 3 month old Kayla Emily.
Board of Trustees
Brent Wilson, President/CEO
Christopher Clemmons
Ruben Martinez
Cara Railey
Sharon Williams
Monitor your child’s
grades and attendance
Check your student’s educational progress day or night with
Parent Portal. The Parent Portal program allows parents and
guardians to view their child’s grades and attendance. Through
Parent Portal you can see the teacher’s email address, your
The Board of Trustees meets in regular session each month, and child’s latest test grade, or determine if your child has been
at other times as necessary. The meetings are held at Central tardy to class. Contact your child’s campus registrar to sign up
Office located at the Life School Lancaster campus. The public is for Parent Portal.
welcome to attend all meetings.
Board Meeting Dates
for 2013-2014
September 11, 2013
October 9, 2013
November 20, 2013
January 8, 2014
February 12, 2014
March 5, 2014
April 9, 2014
May 14, 2014
June 11, 2014
*Meeting dates are subject to change.
Life School Uniforms
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District Enrollment
2013-2014
Cedar Hill
K-6th
571
Lancaster
K-6th
643
Mountain Creek
K-1st
109
Oak Cliff Elementary
K-6th
812
Oak Cliff Secondary
7th-12th
691
Red Oak Elementary
K-6th
1,023
Red Oak Secondary
7th-12th
710
Charter School Uniforms
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Lunch Program
School Messenger
Breakfast and lunch is available for all students. You may
purchase meals by sending money to school with your lunch
order each week, paying online at www.myschoolbucks.com,
or students may pay as they go through the breakfast/lunch
line. For more information contact your child’s campus
office.
The School Messenger system is a communication tool for
parents that enables the district to inform parents about school
closings or emergencies and to share other pertinent information through phone calls, text messages, and emails. Phone
numbers and email addresses are automatically uploaded from
the student information database.
www.lifeschools.net
If you change your phone number, or email/mailing address,
be sure to contact your child’s campus immediately and ask the
registrar to update your contact information.
Life School is a T.E.A. Recognized District