St. John’s Episcopal School

Pre-k

• Individualized-based Curriculum

Lets students progress at their own pace.

• 18 Months through Eighth Grade

Strong lower/upper school curriculums with Middle School participating in the Int’l Baccalaureate Program. • Success 98% of all graduating eighth graders are accepted to their choice of high school.

Bishop Lynch High School

bishop lynch high school the chilDRen’s centeR

9750 ferguson Rd., Dallas 75228 / 214.324.3607 / www.bishoplynch.org. Recognized for student achievement, leadership, and innovation, Bishop Lynch High School continues to build on a rich heritage that prepares graduates for a lifetime of success. The mission of Bishop Lynch High School is to teach students “to strive for academic excellence, to seek truth, and to work for justice in the world.” To see that each student emerges with a well-rounded experience, Bishop Lynch offers first-rate academics, including the largest dual enrollment program of any private school in the state of Texas, extensive guidance as students prepare to enter higher education, and a wide-variety of extracurricular and service activities.

1423 san saba Dr., Dallas / 214.823.2119 / fax 214.321.4666 contactus@thechildrenscenterdallas.org / www.thechildrenscenterdallas.org Established in 1951, the Children’s Center provides a way to introduce children to the arts, the joy of learning and the beauty and wonders of our world. Educating the total child, we place emphasis on developing the child’s social skills and independence. Licensed developmental school for children ages 2 1/2 - 5. We have 2, 3 and 5-day programs, depending on the child’s age. Our school day is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Extended Day on Mon., Tues., Wed., and Thurs. until 2 pm. We maintain a waiting list and schedule visits to the school in the spring as space becomes available. For more information call us at 214.823.2119 the lab @ laKe highlanDs

10050 shoreview Rd., Dallas 75238 / 214.901.4280 / www.thelabdallas.com

The Lab is a fun place for kids to learn about science! Programs include a mix of demonstrations, hands-on experiments and auditory and sensory stimulation in a fun, age-appropriate environment. Servicing all school-aged children, we offer on-site birthday parties, science fair project mentoring, homework help, enrichment classes, school assemblies and Scout programs. Please visit our website for up to date calendar of activities and events, www.thelabdallas.com.

laKehill pRepaRatoRy school

leading to success. 2720 hillside Dr., Dallas 75214 / 214.826.2931, www.lakehillprep.org Kindergarten through Grade 12 - Lakehill Preparatory School takes the word preparatory in its name very seriously. Throughout a student’s academic career, Lakehill builds an educational program that achieves its goal of enabling graduates to attend the finest, most rigorous universities of choice. Lakehill combines a robust, collegepreparatory curriculum with opportunities for personal growth, individual enrichment, and community involvement. From kindergarten through high school, every Lakehill student is encouraged to strive, challenged to succeed, and inspired to excel.

scofielD chRistian school

7730 abrams Rd., Dallas / 214.349.6843 / www.scofieldchristian.org Pre-school6th grade. Open House November 17 @ 10 am. Join us and experience what makes SCS special. Students visit art, computer, music, spanish and library every week. Physical Education is every day! Each grade level also enjoys a series of Discovery Days where students step back in time to experience history brought to life like western, colonial, medieval, and holidays from around the world and more. Join us and you’ll see why Scofield is a great place for your family to discover too!

st. alcUin MontessoRi school

6144 churchill Way, Dallas 75230 / 972.239.1745 / www.saintalcuin.org

Founded in 1964, St. Alcuin Montessori School nurtures and guides children from 18 months through eighth grade according to the principles and methods of Maria Montessori. As the largest Montessori school in the Southwest, St. Alcuin is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational school serving a diverse community of approximately 490 students. St. Alcuin develops students’ capacities for critical thinking and compassionate action in a complex world. The middle school uses a Montessori approach while following the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (I.B.M.Y.P.) curriculum.

69% of our readers say they want to know more about Private Schools.

st. john’s episcopal school

848 harter Rd., Dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / www.stjohnsschool.org

Founded in 1953, St. John’s is an independent, co-educational day school for Pre-K through Grade 8. With a tradition for academic excellence, St. John’s programs include a challenging curriculum in a Christian environment along with instruction in the visual and performing arts, Spanish, German, French, and opportunities for athletics and community service. St. John’s goal for its students is to develop a love for learning, service to others, and leadership grounded in love, humility, and wisdom. Accredited by ISAS, SAES, and the Texas Education Agency.

White RocK MontessoRi school

1601 oates Dr., Dallas / 214-324-5580

Founded in 1975 and located on beautiful, wooded acreage in East Dallas, WRM offers a world- class education to children ages three through 8th grade. The professional staff of this arts-integrated school is supported by specialists in the visual and performing arts, music, Spanish, P.E., and environmental science. The school’s award-winning Discovery Garden provides for an integrated gardening curriculum. Up-to-date technology is integrated into every classroom. Students are noted for their extraordinary levels of personal responsibility, independence, and self- confidence. Contact Sue Henry (214) 324-5580

Zion lUtheRan school

6121 e. lovers ln. Dallas / 214.363.1630 / www.ziondallas. org Toddler care thru 8th Grade. Serving Dallas for over 58 years offering a quality education in a Christ-centered learning environment. Degreed educators minister to the academic, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of students and their families. Before and after school programs, Extended Care, Parents Day Out, athletics, fine arts, integrated technology, Spanish, outdoor education, Accelerated Reader, advanced math placement, and student government. Accredited by National Lutheran School & Texas District Accreditation Commissions and TANS. Contact Principal Jeff Thorman.

Business

GIVesMArt is looking to involve more nonprofit organizations in its online business, which allows shoppers to purchase from major retailers and donate a percentage of sales to a nonprofit of their choice. Registration is free for the nonprofits. For more details, visit igivesmart.com.

Community

nortH dAllAs eArly CHIldHood PtA will host its monthly meeting at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 2, Cochran Chapel United Methodist Church, 9027 Midway, featuring a holiday brunch and vendor fair. For details, visit ndecpta.com.

Preston Hollow eArly CHIldHood PtA will host Coffee and Coloring at 9:30 a.m. Dec. 1 at Preston Royal Starbucks, 6025 Royal. The group also will hold its Cookie Exchange and Christmas Party this month. For details, visit phecpta.org.

nortHwood woMAn’s CluB was honored at a reception hosted by David Yurman and Neiman Marcus Willow Bend, which had donated a percentage of sales to the club’s charitable fund. The philanthropic organization includes more than 400 women, including many neighborhood residents, who volunteer for women and children’s charities throughout Dallas and Collin counties. For more details, visit northwoodwomansclub.org.

Education

Kyle BArnes of W.T. White High School is among the returning reporters for DISD’s 2010-11 “School Zone Dallas” television program, which airs at 7 p.m. Wednesdays on local Cable Channel 98. Jatsive Hernandez of W. T. White co-hosts the Spanish language version, “Zona Escolar de Dallas”.

PAolA ArreolA of W.T. White co-hosts DISD’s “News Beat” program, which airs at 9 a.m., 1 and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday on local Cable Channel 98 or online at dallasisd.org. New reporters include Taylor Hinojosa of Hillcrest High School.

MIKe eArsInG was selected as the 13th president of Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas. Earsing has served the school for 30 years as a teacher and assistant principal. He replaces the Rev. Phillip Postell.

MAureen sullIVAn, a physics teacher at Ursuline Academy of Dallas, received a Work of Heart Award in October from the Catholic Foundation for her commitment and leadership in the classroom. The award, which is given monthly to Dallas Catholic schoolteachers, includes a $500 grant. Over the past five years, the Catholic Foundation has awarded $450,000 in grant money.

w.t. wHIte JunIor reserVe offICers trAInInG CorPs received national recognition, making the 2010 Honor Roll for the program. They now rank in the top 20 percent of all JROTC programs in the nation. KIM wArGo will serve as the new headmistress at The Hockaday School — the eighth person to hold the position since the school was founded nearly 100 years ago. Wargo replaces Jeanne Whitman, who announced plans to retire after the 201011 school year.

Volunteers

YWCA of Metropolitan Dallas urgently needs bilingual volunteers to help deliver free financial education workshops and mammogram screenings in Dallas County. Training is provided. Call 214.584.2348 or email lhudson@ywcadallas.org.

COrreCTiOn

In the photo caption titled

HAVe An IteM to Be feAtured?

Please submit news items and/or photos concerning neighborhood residents, activities, honors and volunteer opportunities to editor@ advocatemag.com. Our deadline is the first of the month prior to the month of publication.

BaPtISt

WIlSHIRe BaPtISt / 4316 Abrams / 214.452.3100

Pastor George A. Mason Ph.D. / worship 8:30 & 11:00 am

Bible Study 9:40 am / www.wilshirebc.org

dIS cIPle S Of cHRISt

eaSt dallaS cHRIStIan cHuRcH / 629 n. Peak Street / 214.824.8185

Sunday School 9:30 am / THE TABLE worship Gathering 9:30 am worship 8:30 & 10:50 am / Rev. Deborah Morgan / www.edcc.org

ePIS cOPal

cHuRcH Of tHe IncaRnatIOn / 3966 McKinney Ave / 214.521.5101

Sunday: Traditional 7:30, 9:00, 11:15 am and 5:30 pm

Contemporary 9:00, 11:15 am and 5:30 pm / incarnation.org

lutHeRan

ZIOn lutHeRan cHuRcH & ScHOOl / 6121 E Lovers Ln.

Sunday: Sunday School 9:15 am, worship 8:00 am, 10:30 am, & 6:00 pm / 214.363.1639 / www.ziondallas.org

metHOdISt

lake HIgHlandS umc / 9015 Plano Rd. (at McCree)

214.348.6600 / www.lhumc.com / Sun. School 9:45 am

Sun. worship 8:30 & 11:00 Traditional / 11:00 Contemporary

PRe SByteRIan

nORtHPaRk PReSByteRIan cHuRcH / 214.363.5457

9555 n. Central Expwy. / www.northparkpres.org

Pastor: Rev. Brent Barry / 8:30 & 11:00 am Sunday Services see more photos and video about your favorite stories past & present