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CONTENTS

45 Small and Suburban Theater Organizations 47 Museums/Exhibits 49 Children’s Activities 50 Attractions

WELCOME TO DFW INTRODUCTION

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AREA LEADER QUOTES 11 Realtor Quotes 12 DFW Area Map

EMPLOYMENT

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WELCOME

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COME HOME TO DFW 14 Benefit from Educational Opportunities 15 Improve Your Quality of Life 15 Enjoy Your Environmental and Economic Climate 17 Building on a Colorful Past

MOVING TOWARD YOUR FUTURE 22 Moving Expenses and Taxes 23 Moving Companies 23 Temporary Storage 23 Forwarding Your Mail 23 Postal Numbers 24 Pets 27 Roadside Assistance 27 Driver’s License 27 Registration, Plates and Tags 28 Insurance 28 Utilities

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ENJOY THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF DFW 37 Dallas Park and Recreation Department 38 Golf Courses 38 Nature Centers 39 Lakes 39 Boating 40 DFW 18-Hole Golf Courses 42 Sports 42 Professional Sports 43 College Sports 43 Hunting and Fishing 44 Indoor/Outdoor Recreation 44 Dance 45 Music 45 Cinema 45 Large Theater Organizations

FINDING A JOB IN DFW 52 Major Employers 53 Employment Resources 55 Temporary Employment

HOUSING

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HANGING YOUR HAT IN DFW 61 Realtors 61 Financing and Mortgage Matters 61 Homestead Laws 64 Special Concerns 65 Remodeling Your Home 66 Interior Design Firms 66 Renting: The Right Choice For You?

COMMUNITIES

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GREATER DALLAS NEIGHBORHOODS 68 City of Dallas Neighborhoods 70 Dallas Neighborhood Map 77 DFW-Area Cities

INFORMATION

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW HOME 102 Physical & Geographic Information 103 Driving 103 Transportation 104 Operating Tollway Projects 106 DART: Make the Going Easy 108 Bus Services 109 Freight Services 109 Amtrak Passenger Rail 109 Airports 111 Government 112 City and County Tax Rates 113 Voter Registration 113 Texas Family Code 114 Banking 114 Banks and Financial Services 115 Media

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115 Emergency Response 117 Special Needs 117 Legal and Accounting Services

SHOPPING, DINING & NIGHTLIFE

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EXPERIENCE DFW 153 Shopping 155 Farmers’ Markets

WELCOME TO DFW

HEALTH & FITNESS

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HEALTHY LIVING 121 Smaller Medical Centers/ Emergency and Specialty Clinics 121 Health Centers 121 Doctor/Dentist Referral 121 Nursing Homes 122 Fitness 123 Salons and Spas 124 DFW-Area General Hospitals

EDUCATION

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EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS IN THE DFW AREA 129 Child Care 129 State/Local Education Statutes 129 Home-Bound Instruction 129 Heritage Education Program 129 Dallas Independent School District (DISD) 130 Greater Dallas Area Schools 130 Charter Schools 132 Montessori Education 132 Why Choose Private School?

140 Universities and Colleges 144 Community Colleges 147 Other Community Colleges 147 Continuing Education 149 Libraries and Other Public Educational Resources

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DFW OFFERS GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES 156 Health Care 157 Long-Term Health Planning 157 Safety

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GETTING INVOLVED

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GIVING BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY 160 Youth and Family Organizations 162 Clubs and Associations 162 Volunteer Organizations

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

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THE WORLD IS COMING TO DFW 164 A History of Many Cultures 165 Foreign Visitors and Residents 165 English Language Courses 166 International Activities

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE Asterisks that appear within the sidebars throughout this guidebook are representative of non-Chamber members (unless otherwise indicated). All other listings are approved Chamber members.

Dallas offers a unique mix of sports, culture and education.

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NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS January through March 2010

21-Century Silicon, Inc.

H.R. Shaikh, Seyar, LLP

Product Support Services, Inc./dba PSSI

AgentHarvest

Hartman Leito & Bolt, LLP

Prudent Technologies

B&H Engineers

Honeywell International

Rainbow Clear Sterilization Industries

Blackridge

Hrsmart

Red Ball Ixygen Company

Bravo Health, Inc.

Ignite Creative

Ristorante Nicola

Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton, LLP

InStaff Personnel

Rolland Safe Company

CapQuest Financial Holdings, LLC

Korn/Ferry International

Serenata Strings/I Virtuosi

Carrier Building Systems & Services

Lumenate

Symantec Corportaion

CFO On The Spot, LLC

M. Davis Advocates, LLC

Tavoca Inc.

D. Jones Tailored Collections

McLane Advanced Technologies

Teach For America Dallas

Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education

Mediasify

The Rand Group, LLC

Ebby Halliday Realtors

Nicola’s Ristorante Italiano

Think Ahead Systems, Inc.

Energy Transfer Partners

OHL

T-Mobile I-30E

Executive Cleaning Service

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille

Tricon Group LLC

Extra Space Storage

PLARAD Bolting Technology LLC

Union Bank

Fraley & Fraley, LLP

Platinum Parking

United Service Associatin For Health Care

Fusion Analytics Investment Partners, LLC

Ponce Contractors Inc.

US China Chamber of Commerce - Dallas

Goldstein & Scopellite, PC Attorney at Law

Presbyterian Communities & Services Foundation

WOW Vip Events

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DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

Dallas Regional Momentum is the Chamber’s strategic economic development plan to promote the recruitment of corporate relocations and expansions to the region.

These initiatives fund expenses related to direct contact with corporations and location consultants examining the DFW Region. Targeted corporate research and marketing functions are also supported.

MOMENTUM LEVEL

Atmos Energy Corporation Bank of America Chase Bank Citi Comerica Bank

Deloitte LLP Ebby Halliday, REALTORS Ernst & Young LLP Holmes Murphy and Associates KPMG LLP

Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Wachovia Bank – A Wells Fargo Company Wells Fargo

Fluor Corporation Fulbright & Jaworski, L.L.P. Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP Grant Thornton LLP Hill & Wilkinson, Ltd. HKS HOLT CAT IDI Jones Day Jones Lange LaSalle Luminant Mary Kay Inc. McQueary Henry Bowles Troy LLP ONCOR Electric Delivery PageSoutherlandPage Pro Staff

Rogers-O’Brien Construction Company Sewell Automotive Companies Sheraton – Dallas Structure Tone Southwest TDIndustries Texas Capital Bank TEXO Thompson & Knight LLP Transwestern Commercial Services TXU Energy UNUM Provident Winstead PC

Duke Realty Corporation Frost Bank Granite Properties, Inc. Hall Financial Group Herman Miller HOK Interprise Jackson Walker L.L.P. KDC Real Estate Dev. & Investments Maguire Partners MetroTex Assoc. of Realtors Peloton Real Estate Partners RealEstateAAA

Research In Motion Southwest Airlines Spherion Spire Realty Group, LP Sun Holdings, LLC Texas Health Resources Texas Instruments Turner Construction Company Weil, Gotshal, & Manges LLP Yates Construction Co., Inc.

Freeman Freese and Nichols, Inc. Hattie Hill Enterprises, Inc. Huawei Technologies, (USA) IBM Corp.

Interceramic, Inc. KUVN Univision Television Group Lincoln Property Company Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP

Millennium Motor Cars Nokia Siemens Networks Rent-A-Center Southwest Office Systems, Inc. Towers Perrin Tuesday Morning Warrior Group, Inc.

COUNCIL LEVEL

7-Eleven, Inc. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP The Allen Group American Airlines Armstrong Relocation Austin Industries Baker Botts, L.L.P. Baylor Health Care System BELO/The Dallas Morning News Capital One Bank CB Richard Ellis, Inc. Coca-Cola Enterprises Cushman and Wakefield of Texas, Inc. Delta Dallas Energy Future Holdings Corp.

Fidelity Investments I N V E S TO R L E V E L

Acme Brick Aetna Inc. Bank of Texas, N.A. BBVA Compass The Beck Group Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas The Brinkmann Corporation CH2M Hill Champion Partners Chartis (formerly AIG) Children’s Medical Center Dallas Cousins Properties Incorporated CresaPartners C O N T R I B U TO R L E V E L

21st Century Group, LLC Admiral Communications/AV, Inc. AGUIRRE RODEN, Inc. Alliance Data BancTec, Inc. Corrigan Investments, Inc. CP&Y, Inc. EN Consulting, Inc. Estrada Hinojosa & Co., Inc.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME PART OF OUR INVESTMENT TEAM, PLEASE CALL 214-746-6735.

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Jones Day*

Grant Thornton LLP*

KERA

Guaranty Bank*

Kimberly-Clark Corp.

Hill & Wilkinson, Ltd.*

KPMG LLP*

Holmes Murphy of Texas

Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP*

HOLT CAT*

Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control

Hyatt Regency Dallas

Luminant*

K&L Gates

ONCOR*

Kroger Food Stores

Raytheon Company

Mary Kay Inc.*

Sprint

McQueary Henry Bowles Troy LLP*

Bank of America*

TDIndustries, Inc.*

Medical City Dallas Hospital

Chase*

Texas Health Resources*

Methodist Health System

Citi*

Thompson & Knight LLP*

Neiman Marcus Group

Comerica*

Tom Thumb Food & Pharmacy

Nokia Siemens Network

Energy Future Holdings*

TXU Energy*

Reliant Energy

Hunt Consolidated, Inc.

Winstead PC*

Rent-A-Center

2010 CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE CHAIRMAN’S LEVEL

Atmos Energy Corp.* Texas Instruments Inc. PRESIDENT’S LEVEL

Wells Fargo*

The Rosewood Corporation A S S O C I AT E ’ S L E V E L

Sheraton – Dallas*

7-Eleven, Inc.*

Siemens PLM Software

AT&T

Accenture

SOURCECORP

Baylor Health Care System*

ACS, Inc.

Southwest Airlines*

Capital One Bank*

Aetna*

Sunjoy Industries International LP

Ernst & Young LLP*

Alcatel-Lucent

SWS Group, Inc.

Fidelity Investments*

Alliance Data

Teletouch Communications, Inc.

Jackson Walker L.L.P.*

American Airlines, Inc.*

Tenet Healthcare Corp.

JCPenney Company, Inc.

Austin Industries, Inc.*

Texas Capital Bank*

Microsoft Corporation*

Bank of Texas, N.A.*

Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP*

BBVA Compass*

Time Warner Cable

Research In Motion*

The Beck Group*

TM Advertising

Blockbuster Inc.

Trane Commercial Systems

M A N AG E R ’ S L E V E L

Brown McCarroll, L.L.P.

Turner Corp./Turner Construction Company

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP*

CB Richard Ellis, Inc.*

United Healthcare of Texas

Baker Botts L.L.P.*

CH2M Hill*

URS Corporation

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas*

Coca-Cola Enterprises*

Verizon

Children’s Medical Center Dallas*

Concero Global, LLC

Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc.

Deloitte LLP*

Corrigan Investments, Inc.*

W Dallas - Victory

Ebby Halliday, REALTORS*

Credit Union of Texas

Wal-Mart

Exxon Mobil Corporation

Cushman & Wakefield of Texas, Inc.*

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP*

Fluor Corporation*

Dallas Morning News

Westin City Center – Dallas

Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P. *

Delta Dallas Staffing*

Yates Construction Co., Inc.

Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP*

Dr Pepper Snapple Group

HKS Architects*

Ericsson, Inc.

Haynes and Boone, LLP

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

HP Enterprise Services

Frito-Lay North America

IBM Corp.*

Frost Bank*

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2010 BUSINESS COUNCIL L A RG E C A P Dal-Tile Corporation Glazer’s Wholesale Drug Co., Inc. Jones Lang LaSalle* Omni Hotels ORIX USA Corporation MID CAP Army & Air Force Exchange Service Bank of New York Mellon Global Corporate Trust Bombardier Skyjet Boy Scouts of America Dean Foods/Schepps Dairy Eagle Materials Inc. The Fairmont Fed Ex Office First American Real Estate Information Flowers Foods Inc. Freeman* Interceramic, Inc.* Mohr Partners, Inc. Nestle Waters North America Inc. Noble Royalties, Inc. Pepsi Bottling Group Reckitt Benckiser RSM McGladrey, Inc. State Farm Insurance Co. Strasburger & Price, LLP Sun Microsystems Texans Credit Union Vinson & Elkins L.L.P. WFAA-TV XTO Energy SMALL CAP The Adolphus Hotel Advance America-Corporate Allen Group* Allstate Insurance Company Alston & Bird LLP American National Bank of Texas Aon Risk Services of Texas, Inc. APAC – Texas, Inc. APW Wyott Ash Grove Cement Company The Ashton ATC Logistics & Electronics Atos Origin Automatic Data Processing Bain & Company, Inc. Baker & McKenzie, LLP Balfour Beatty Construction BancTec Inc.* BDO Beauticontrol, Inc. Bernstein Global Wealth Management BKM Total Office of Texas, LP Bluffview Wealth Managerment LLC The Boston Consulting Group Bowne & Co. Inc.

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Brinker International, Inc. The Brinkmann Corp.* Buchanan Associates Burford & Ryburn, L.L.P. Capstone Caregiver Support Systems, LLC Carrington, Coleman, Sloman & Blumenthal, L.L.P. Centennial Medical Center Choctaw Casino CIGNA Healthcare Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals Inc. Collier’s International Commercial Metals Company Conn’s Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater Dallas Cooper & Scully, P.C. Coppermark Bank Central Branch Corgan Associates, Inc. Cox Smith Matthews Inc. Crowe Horwath Crowne Plaza - Dallas Crowne Plaza - Galleria CUNA Mutual Group Dallas Cowboys Football Club Ltd. Dallas Mavericks/HDNet DeGolyer and MacNaughton Doctor’s Hospital of Dallas e-Rewards, Inc. Essilor of America, Inc. Executive AirShare First Choice Power First Southwest Company Fish & Richardson P.C. Fisher & Phillips LLP Forest City Enterprises, Inc./Mercantile Building Forte Solutions Group, LLC Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy Gables Residential Trust Generational Equity Gold’s Gym International Greenberg Traurig, LLP HNTB Corporation The Heights at Park Lane Holder Construction Company Hotel Inter-Continental Dallas House of Blues Dallas HRsmart Huawei Technologies (USA)* Huitt-Zollars, Inc. Humana Inc. Hunt Construction Group Hunton & Williams, LLC Huselton, Morgan & Maultsby Hyatt Regency DFW INTEX Electrical Contractors, Inc. Jacobs The Joule, a Luxury Collection Hotel Just Energy Lake Pointe Medical Center Layered Technologies, Inc. LifeCare Hospitals of Dallas Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP* Marsh USA, Inc. McKinsey & Company, Inc. McLane Advanced Technologies McShan Florist

Metl-Span, LLC MetroPCS Milliman & Robertson, Inc. MinMax Technologies, Inc. Mission Foods Monitronics International, Inc. Moroch Partners MW Logistics, LLC Nexen Petroleum U.S.A. Inc. North American Title Company North Texas Tollway Authority NorthPark Management Company Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Panasonic System Networks Company of North America Park Place Motorcars Parker College of Chiropractic Patton Boggs LLP Pfizer, Inc. Dallas & Fort Worth PlainsCapital Bank Pollock Paper Distributors Prudential Asset Resources Raba-Kistner Infrastructure, Inc. Republic National Distributing Company Riney Palter, PLLC The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas Rosewood Crescent Hotel Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek The Roy Williams Safety Net Foundation Ryan Inc. Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. Securit Sewell Automotive Companies* Shannon Gracey Ratliff & Miller, LLP Sony Electronics, Inc. Southern Fastening Systems, Inc. Southwest Office Systems Sterling Bank Sun Holdings, LLC* Switch Liberate Your Brand Telvista, Inc. Telx Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, L.L.P. Towers Watson* Trintech TXI/Texas Industries, Inc. UPS Union Bank United States Bowling Congress United Supermarkets United Surgical Partners International U.S. Energy Savings Corp.

Vibra Specialty Hospital of Dallas ViewPoint Bank Warwick Melrose Hotel Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP* Westin Galleria Dallas Williamson Printing Corp.

Wilson Associates Winstar World Casino Hotel Woodbine Development Corp.

Wyndham Jade Wyndham Love Field Zale Corporation

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Area Leaders Extend a Hearty Welcome!

AREA LEADERS QUOTES DAV I D C O R R I G A N 2010 Chairman of the Board, Dallas Regional Chamber President & CEO Corrigan Investments, Inc.

“As Chairman of the Dallas Regional Chamber I would like to applaud you on your decision to make the North Texas area your new home. Dallas and the surrounding metro area is abundant with arts, culture, great schools, world-class shopping, professional sporting events, exciting nightlife, and infinite amounts of family fun. Dallas’s business community is home to 25 Fortune 500 headquarter companies, one of the many reasons for the exceptionally probusiness climate. On behalf of the Dallas Regional Chamber, and the business community we represent, welcome to our region.”

A M B . J A M E S C . O B E RW E T T E R President Dallas Regional Chamber

“The Dallas Regional Chamber and I would like to commend you on your decision to join our outstanding community! We are very proud of our rich history and “can do” spirit. You will find the DFW area a friendly and welcoming place to relocate your family or business with endless opportunities available. You can rest assured that you made an excellent choice.”

TO M L E P P E RT Mayor

“On behalf of the citizens of Dallas and the Dallas City Council, welcome to Dallas! Whether you are visiting or have chosen to make Dallas your home, we want your experience to be special, memorable and the very best it can be. You are important to us! Dallas is filled with opportunity, optimism and an outpouring of hospitality. Dallas City Hall is working hard so Dallas is recognized around the world as a city where our government is known for good business judgments—putting the interest of our people first and being operated in a way that simply reflects the goodness, quality and values of the people of this city. Please know that our city is at your service.”

R I C K P E R RY Texas Governor

“Welcome to the Lone Star State and welcome to Dallas. I have every confidence that this legendary Texas community will make you feel at home. Relocating is a mammoth task, but I encourage you to take a moment to check out your new community. I think you’ll find that Dallas is a place where both people and business can grow and succeed. Congratulations on choosing the community that millions of Texans are proud to call home.”

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Members of the Dallas Area Real Estate and Relocation Community Welcome You… REALTOR QUOTES DA N A W I N A N S , G M S , C M S Director of Relocation and Business Development David Winans GMAC Real Estate

“Welcome to the DFW Metroplex! David Winans GMAC Real Estate is redefining the way people buy and sell real estate and relocate corporate employees by a seamless, one-stop delivery of home services. We feel that the Dallas® Newcomer & Relocation Guide® is one of the most important publications we use in introducing clients to the North Texas area. Considering the Internet world we live in, our customers love putting their hands around the most comprehensive guide to Dallas.”

H A RO L D D E C E N A , C R P Relocation Manager Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, DFW

“The Dallas Metroplex offers diverse opportunities for dining, the arts, leisure activities and entertainment. As a resident, you can choose from many types of homes and locations that best fit your lifestyle. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, a trusted name in real estate, understands our market and can help you find the perfect ‘home.’ Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and you. The Perfect Fit.”

M A RT H A M A R S H A L L S C R P, G M S Senior Vice President and Director of Relocation Ebby Halliday, REALTORS®

“For more than 60 years, Ebby Halliday has been providing newcomer information to those choosing to make the Metroplex their home. There is no better source for our clients and customers than the Dallas® Newcomer & Relocation Guide® provided by the Dallas Regional Chamber®. We provide a myriad of services to both individuals relocating to our area, as well as corporations handling large group moves. On behalf of our relocation staff of 21 and our 1,600-plus sales associates, we welcome you!”

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Benefit from Educational Opportunities Improve Your Quality of Life Enjoy Your Environmental and Economic Climate Building on a Colorful Past

The fun, sophisticated metropolitan area known as the DFW Metroplex has exactly what you are looking for in a new home.

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“THE ECONOMIC CLIMATE IN THE DFW METROPLEX FOSTERS A DIVERSE, BUSINESS-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT. THIS AREA FAVORS ENTREPRENEURS AS WELL AS SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE COMPANIES.”

W ELCOME TO D ALLAS and all the wonderful places that make the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) area one of a kind! Here, you will discover communities to fit the lifestyle of every newcomer. While the DFW Metroplex is the fourth largest municipality in the nation, it is also the least densely populated major metropolitan area in the United States. The greater Dallas area gives newcomers plenty of space to spread their wings as they search for the perfect home. A multitude of housing options include high-rise dwellings near downtown, eclectic lofts and apartments, established homes in Highland Park, new houses in master-planned communities that offer all the essentials in one locale, rural addresses brimming with friendly tranquility, spacious homes in traditional suburbs and apartment dwellings at every price point.

Neighborhoods and communities in the DFW area may be diverse, but they share an important common quality—an abundance of entertainment, educational and recreational opportunities. The fun, sophisticated metropolitan area known as the DFW Metroplex has exactly what you are looking for in a new home.

Benefit from Educational Opportunities DFW offers excellent educational opportunities that extend from preschool to graduate school and beyond. The Metroplex is home to public and private schools that meet and often exceed state and national educational requirements. Schools in the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) receive local, state and national honors,

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DFW offers excellent educational opportunities that extend from preschool to graduate school and beyond.

and the U.S. Department of Education has honored several “Blue Ribbon Schools� within DISD. Also, the DISD magnet school program has been nationally recognized.

It provides elementary and high school students with unique opportunities in specific studies such as science, technology or performing arts.

Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding counties are served by two Education Service Regions with more than 1,900 schools in 206 independent school districts that served just fewer than 1.2 million students during the 2007-2008 school year. And, in 2007, more than 150 public schools in the DFW area were recognized as exemplary campuses by the Texas Education Agency.

Accredited private and parochial schools enroll more than 100,000 primary and secondary area students.

The DFW area also excels in the area of higher education. Part of the proof is the fact that DFW has the largest number of educated residents of any metro in the state of Texas and among the highest in the nation. According to the Census Bureau, 2.9 million residents in DFW hold high school diplomas and more than 1.2 million have completed at least four years of college.

Enrollment in DFW’s various public and private four-year institutions is approximately 360,000. The area also offers five community college districts, several of which have multiple campuses, enrolling more than 135,000 students.

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Dallas has a mild year-round climate that allows residents to freely pursue their favorite area activities. The daily minimum temperature averages 55 degrees, while the daily maximum average hovers at 76 degrees. The average number of days with a minimum temperature of 32 degrees or less is 37 days a year. Snowfall in the Dallas area averages only 2.7 inches a year. Possible sunshine days range from 52 percent in December and January to 75 percent in July. There are clear skies in Dallas 135 days a year with partly cloudy skies 97 days and cloudy skies 133 days per year.

While reveling in the beautiful weather, Dallas-area residents also benefit from a moderate cost of living. For each dollar earned, Dallas residents can buy more groceries, larger homes, more goods and services, enjoy more leisure activities and pay less in taxes than their counterparts in other parts of the country. Specifically, Dallasites pay 28.6 percent less for housing and 3.9 percent less for groceries. Overall, according to third-quarter 2009 figures from Accra Cost PG -JWJOH *OEFY %BMMBT T DPTU PG MJWJOH JT percent below the national average.

The economic climate in the DFW Metroplex also fosters a diverse, business-friendly environment. This area favors entrepreneurs as well as small, medium and large companies. Dallas provides encouragement

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Alcon Laboratories Inc. ............................... Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Surgical, pharmaceutical and consumer vision care ......... MF, RD .............3,300 LifeSynch ....................................................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Behavioral health care management company ........... HQ .......................750 Q-Edge ........................................................... Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Manufacturer of Apple computers ................................. MF ....................... 500 Prestige Ameritech ..................................... N. Richland Hills ..... Tarrant.......... Surgical mask manufacturer............................................ MF .......................400 Huawei Technologies (USA) ...................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Next-generation, fixed mobile convergence and wireless technology ........................ OF ........................375 PepsiCo, Inc. ................................................. Plano ........................ Collin ............ Convenient snacks, foods and beverages, .................... OF ....................... 350 HMS................................................................ Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Cost containment, program integrity & coordination of benefits solutions for government-funded and commercial healthcare entities ......................................... OF ....................... 333 Tucker Rocky ................................................ Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Motorcycle accessories..................................................... DW.......................310 Caris Diagnostics ......................................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Biosciences company specializing in diagnostics/ pathology services in of oncology, dermatopathology, hematopathology & gastrointestinal ................................. HQ ...................... 300 Hollman Inc. ................................................. Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Cabinet maker .................................................................... HQ, MF, DW....... 300 State National Company ........................... Bedford ................... Tarrant.......... State Insurance HQ ........................................................... HQ ...................... 300 Bear Transportation Services .................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Transportation company .................................................. HQ,OF ................ 290 Alliance Data Systems Corp. ..................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Private-label credit card programs, consumer database marketing, customer loyalty consulting ........ HQ ...................... 265 DriveTime Auto Sales ................................. Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Used car finance company............................................... CC ....................... 250 SanMar Corporation ................................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Supplier of retail and private brands of imprintable apparel/accessories ........................................................... DW...................... 250 Altair Global Relocation ............................. Plano ........................ Collin ............ Relocation Management Company ............................... HQ, OF................215 CTDI (Communication Test Design Inc.) ....... Flower Mound........ Denton ......... Global engineering, repair and logistics company servicing telecom industry ............................................. OF, MF, DW ...... 202 Credit Answer LLC ....................................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Credit institution ............................................................................................. 200 General Datatech ........................................ Dallas ....................... Dallas ............ Data communications equipment provider ................. HQ, MF, DW ..... 200 Telmar Network Technology .................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Sells new and refurbished telecom equipment ........... HQ .......................150 USA Pallet & Logistics ................................ Dallas ....................... Dallas ............ Makes and supplies customers with new pallets and reconditions damaged pallets ................................ HQ, MF, DW ......140 Sikorsky Aerospace Services...................... DFW Airport ........... Tarrant.......... Helicopter repair and overhaul center ......................... MF ........................135 Nuclear Logistics Inc. .................................. Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Third-party supplier for safety equipment ................... OF, DW ...............130 PrimeSource Building Products ................ Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Distributor of building materials .................................... HQ ....................... 127 Cisco ............................................................... Allen......................... Collin ............ Telecommunications Data Center ................................. Data center ........125 Advanced H2O ............................................. Dallas ....................... Dallas ............ Private-label bottled water manufacturer ................... HQ, MF, DW ......120 Flight Safety International, Inc. ................ Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Flight simulator training for airline pilots..................... OF ........................120 Forward Air, Inc. ........................................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Air freight/logistics services provider ............................ DW.......................120 Publicis ........................................................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Advertising and communications ................................... OF ........................120 Texaslending.com ........................................ Dallas ....................... Dallas ............ Mortgage lender ................................................................ HQ, CC, ..............120 Millard Refrigerated Services .................... Sunnyvale ............... Dallas ............ Lease Refrigerated Space to Pilgrims Pride .................. DW....................... 110 Montgomery Coscia Greilich LLP ............. Plano ........................ Collin ............ Accounting firm ................................................................................................ 110 Viverae ........................................................... Dallas ....................... Dallas ............ Health management software firm ............................... HQ ....................... 110 Bell Helicopter ............................................. Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Helicopter repair and service center ............................. MF ........................105 Aldi Distribution Center ............................. Denton .................... Denton ......... Food distribution ............................................................... DW.......................100 BroadTech Inc............................................... Lewisville ................ Denton ......... Provides services to the wireless and consumer electronics industry ......................................................... HQ .......................100 Crane Wireless Monitoring Solutions...... Richardson .............. Dallas ............ Manufactures wireless sensor networks for businesses and governments ......................................... HQ, MF ...............100 Esports Partners Inc. ................................... Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Sports merchandise .......................................................... OF, WH ...............100 Hostess Brands............................................. Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Providers of fresh-baked bread & sweet goods .......... HQ .......................100 KBA North America..................................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Sales & service for sheet-fed & web presses in the USA & Canada ........................................................... HQ .......................100 MedAssets ..................................................... Plano ........................ Collin ............ Supply chain and cash-flow management products and services designed to help health care providers control cost, improve margins and cash flow, increase regulatory compliance and optimize operational efficiency........................................................ HQ, OF................100 United Rotorcraft Solutions ...................... Decatur ................... Wise .............. Helicopter retrofit and maintenance ............................. HQ, MF ...............100 Winstron Infocomm Corp. ......................... Grapevine ............... Tarrant.......... Manufacturing services for future-generation video game console, such as parts, and final packaged product, including parts procurement, assembly and integration, testing, and final box build. ........................ MF, DW ...............100 Vetoquinol .................................................... Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Animal health products .................................................... HQ .........................98 Interop Technologies .................................. Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Technology solutions for messaging, device management, and connectivity gateways ..................... OF, MF ................. 80 Universal Technical Institute..................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Provider of technician training for students seeking a rewarding career in the automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle & marine industries ......................... OF ......................... 80 Anvil International....................................... Irving ........................ Dallas ............ Pipe fitting distribution .................................................... DW......................... 75 Coaire Corporation...................................... Fort Worth ............. Tarrant.......... Solar panel manufacturing .............................................. MF, DW ................. 75 Energy Parametrics & Communications Inc. ............................... Dallas ....................... Dallas ............ Green energy systems ...................................................... HQ ......................... 75 United Supermarkets .................................. Roanoke .................. Denton ......... Grocery distribution center ............................................. DW......................... 75 DW - Distribution Warehouse HQ - Headquarters

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WELCOME whether the business has a long history of success or is just getting started. A few essential facts can help newcomers get a feel for doing business in DFW: r 5IF %'8 BSFB IBT OP 4UBUF QFSTPOBM PS corporate income tax and no State property or unitary tax. r 5IFSF BSF NPSF UIBO CVTJOFTT establishments in the DFW area and more than 1,500 regional and corporate headquarter operations. r 5XFOUZ GJWF Fortune 500 headquarters called DFW home in 2009. r 4JY (MPCBM DPNQBOJFT BSF IFBERVBStered in DFW. r 5IF SBQJE JOåVY PG %'8 SFTJEFOUT IBT created a very young and diverse population. In 2009, the median age was 33.3 compared to the U.S. average of 36.9 and 27 percent of DFW residents were HisQBOJD DPNQBSFE UP PG UIF UPUBM 6 4 population. r %BMMBT JT SBOLFE BT POF PG UIF UPQ à WF cities for Hispanics and African-Americans. (Hispanic magazine, August 2008 and Black Enterprise magazine, 2007) r %'8 DMBJNT QFSDFOU PG UIF TUBUF T QPQulation, 27 percent of the labor force, 28 percent of all wage and salary jobs, and produces 33 percent of the state’s total QSPEVDU BT NFBTVSFE CZ (SPTT %PNFTUJD 1SPEVDU (%1 XXX FDPOPNZ DPN

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With so many diverse neighborhoods, educational opportunities, entertainment outlets and business-friendly attributes, it’s no wonder the DFW Metroplex remains one of the best places in the country to call home. Its charm and appeal is greater now than ever before.

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Building on a Colorful Past Dallas has been impressing newcomers since travelers first saw its fertile soil and open expanses. John Neely Bryan, a Tennessee lawyer who passed through the area in 1839, decided that a low bluff overlooking a narrow ford across the Trinity River would be an excellent site for a trading post. The ford, at the intersection of two major Indian traces and three river forks, provided the only easy crossing point for miles. Two roads proposed by the Republic of Texas soon converged nearby.

The bluff was the only prominent physical feature in the area, in contrast to other cities and towns founded near a seaport, navigable river or majestic mountain. Still, Bryan had picked the best spot to serve the www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

population migrating into the region. Not the best river for navigation, the Trinity offered sweeter drinking water than either the Red River or the Brazos. Inhabitants of the area in the early days included several Indian tribes, but most of them were gone CZ UIF UJNF #SZBO TFUUMFE IFSF JO )F attracted families from nearby Bird’s Fort, the Peters Colony and many Europeans from the failed La Reunion settlement. Two cabins, a ferry and an entrepreneur’s dream soon developed into much more.

In the years that followed, Dallas grew TMPXMZ CVU TUFBEJMZ *O %BMMBT $PVOUZ was created by the new State of Texas.

Dallas became the permanent county seat four years later, and the area’s future was guaranteed. By 1850, the county had a popuMBUJPO PG %BMMBT QSPQFS IBE SFTJdents, a mercantile store, tavern, newspaper and post office. In 1872, the railroad arrived, bringing more residents and commerce.

5IF 6 4 $FOTVT SFDPSEFE residents in Dallas, making it the third largest city in the state behind San Antonio and Houston. The next 30 years were marked by continued growth, events and decisions that would add to the city’s quality of life. In 1902, an interurban rail line opened between Dallas and Fort Worth, assuring the coexistence of the two cities and forming the

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State Nickname ................. Lone Star State State Plant .....................Prickly Pear Cactus State Reptile ........................... Horned Lizard State Small Mammal . 9-Banded Armadillo State Song..................... “Texas, Our Texas�

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The DFW-Area climate allows residents to enjoy spending time outdoors.

“Metroplex� we know today.

Luxury and affluence were redefined in 1907 when Neiman Marcus opened, changing the retail world forever. That same year, J.S. Armstrong developed fashionable Highland Park. Southern Methodist University established itself in that neighborhood by 1915. The Dallas Chamber of Commerce

was founded in 1909, uniting four different groups with the common goal of business and economic growth. In 1910, noted urban QMBOOFS (FPSHF ,FTTMFS ESBGUFE B DPNQSFhensive plan that assured stable and organized growth for the future. *O UIF 6 4 HPWFSONFOU CZQBTTFE larger cities in the region and established a

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Federal Reserve Bank here to serve Texas and parts of Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Arizona. Dallas was the smallest city in the nation selected as a site for one of the 12 regional banks established by the Federal Reserve Act of 1913. The decision immediately doubled local bank assets, and Dallas gained national exposure by having its name printed on Federal Reserve Notes.

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The decades from 1930 to 1960 saw Dallas FNFSHF GSPN UIF (SFBU %FQSFTTJPO XJUI a growing population, an overall healthy economy and new industries. In the 1930 6 4 $FOTVT %BMMBT T QPQVMBUJPO PG ranked 29th among U.S. cities. That same year, C.M. “Dad� Joiner struck oil 100 miles east of Dallas. With the discovery and development of the East Texas Oil Field— the largest petroleum deposit on earth at the time—Dallas became a hub of oilrelated activity. By the first half of 1931, more than 500 new oil-related companies opened doors here.

Commercial aviation took off in 1927 when the City of Dallas bought Love Field, a World War I training field. Southern Air Transport, a division of American Airlines, selected Love as its base in 1930. United Airlines bolstered its service from Dallas to New York and Chicago in 1933, and Braniff Airways moved DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

WELCOME its headquarters here from Oklahoma City JO 5IBU TBNF ZFBS B MJUUMF DPNQBOZ DBMMFE (FPQIZTJDBM 4FSWJDFT *OD NPWFE JUT laboratory to Dallas. It would evolve into the giant Texas Instruments Inc.—a worldwide leader in electronics and the heart of Dallas’s booming high-tech industry.

Conventions and tourism received a boost in 1936 when Dallas hosted the Texas Centennial Exposition. The oil industry continued UP åPVSJTI XJUI NPSF DPNQBOJFT DPNJOH on-line in 1937, including Hunt Oil. H. L. Hunt bought Joiner’s interest in the East Texas Oil Field and built a now-famous empire. *O UIF T UIF XBS JO &VSPQF BOE UIF Pacific transformed Dallas from an agricultural center into a leader in aviation and defense. North American Aviation opened B QMBOU JO (SBOE 1SBJSJF JO BOE B QFBL XPSLGPSDF PG DIVSOFE PVU BJSDSBGU GPS à WF ZFBST 5IF QMBOU DMPTFE JO GPMMPXJOH the surrender of Japan; however, the output of its workers caught the attention of Chance Vought Aircraft, which was considering relocating. Moving to Dallas from BridgeQPSU $POO JO UIF DPNQBOZ CSPVHIU a $25-million annual payroll that created thousands of local jobs. Today, its successor Lockheed Martin Vought is one of the area’s largest employers.

Like the rest of the country, Dallas experienced an impressive post-war boom during the 1950s. Neiman Marcus ventured out of downtown in 1951 with its first branch at Preston Center. In 1953, voters approved a $12.5 million bond for a new terminal and a longer runway at Love Field. Businessman R.L. Thornton was elected mayor in 1953 and served eight years under the slogan, i,FFQ UIF %JSU 'MZJO u *O 3FQVCMJD #BOL CVJMU B MBWJTI NJMMJPO åPPS CVJMEJOH‡ the tallest in the Southwest. Trammell Crow and John Stemmons founded the Home Furnishings Mart in 1957, and Stemmons Expressway (Interstate 35) opened in 1959.

The University of Dallas made its debut in Irving in 1955, and Arlington State became the University of Texas at Arlington in 1959.

In 1960, businessman Clint Murchison introduced his Dallas Cowboys to the area and to the National Football League. Also that year, Market Hall opened, adding another piece to what is now the Dallas Market Center.

Six Flags Over Texas opened in Arlington and the theme park quickly became the state’s most popular tourist attraction. In addition, former IBM salesman Ross Perot founded Electronic Data Systems (EDS) in 1962 and Mary Kay Ash started her innovative cosmetics company in 1963.

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Dallas was thrust painfully into the spotlight on Nov. 22, 1963, when President John F. KenOFEZ XBT BTTBTTJOBUFE BOE 5FYBT (PWFSOPS John Connally was injured as their motorcade passed through downtown Dallas. The city, a bastion of conservative politics and philosophy, received much unwanted and hostile attention. After a period of subdued introspection, Dallas regained its self-esteem under the leadership of progressive Mayor Erik Jonsson.

Over the next seven years, the Apparel Mart was added to the Market Center, and the Meadows Building on North Central Expressway became the first major office building outside the Central Business District. Many more followed. Norman Brinker opened Steak and Ale, one of the nation’s first chain dinner houses, plans for a new city hall were unveiled and Rodger Meier opened his Cadillac dealership in 1969. During this

period, perhaps the most important economic development occurred in 1965, when Dallas and Fort Worth agreed to build an airport between the two cities. With that decision, John Neely Bryan’s pioneering vision of a port city became reality.

The 1970s was a time of maturation and follow-through for Dallas. DFW International Airport opened in 1973, connecting Dallas conveniently with the rest of the world and sparking a building and population boom in the Mid-Cities (cities located halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth). In 1979, American Airlines relocated its headquarters here.

‘AMERICA’S CITY’ EMERGES A real estate boom in the early 1970s saw rural land throughout the area give way to commercial and residential development. The Washington Senators moved to Arlington in 1972 to become the Texas

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The Metroplex continues to expand to accommodate new residents.

Rangers, adding more fuel to Mid-Cities growth. Republic Bank and First National Bank became the first of several local banks to form large holding companies, changing forever the way people and businesses managed their money. Following Watergate and UIF "SBC 0JM &NCBSHP PG B TFDPOE SFBM estate boom commenced in 1977. By 1978, the price of oil skyrocketed from $13 to $30 a CBSSFM BOE NPOFZ ĂĄPXFE GSPN UIF PJM Ă FMET to the banks to real estate.

Dallas became an international household word as the Cowboys went to four Super Bowls and became “America’s Team.� A television family named Ewing wheeled and dealed its way into the public eye on Friday nights, giving rise to more local television and movie productions.

5IF T XBT B EFDBEF PG HSFBU ĂĄVDUVBtion and economic retooling. The dominant force in the first half of the decade was the real estate/construction industry, which broke records in most categories. The boom was fueled by oil money and unprecedented migration from the Snow Belt. During this time, the Dallas skyline underwent dramatic change with the construction of such landmarks as InterFirst Plaza (now NationsBank Plaza), Lincoln Plaza, LTV Center (Tram-

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mell Crow Center), Allied Bank Tower (First Interstate Tower), ARCO Tower, First City Center, Texas Commerce Tower, Thanksgiving Tower and many others.

Major projects designed to improve the quality of life in Dallas also were initiated during the early 1980s. For example, visions of an Arts District and a West End Historic District became reality, establishing a center for culture, entertainment and nightlife in downtown Dallas. The creation of the Dallas Mavericks basketball team and the construction of Reunion Arena also helped bolster the downtown area and enhance Dallas’s image. By the mid-1980s, the Mavericks had become one of the most exciting teams in the National Basketball Association, consistently attracting sell-out crowds. In addition, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) was chartered in 1983 to help alleviate the increasing traffic in and around Dallas.

As new buildings became a symbol of vitality, the subsequent name and/or ownership changes of many of those buildings became a symbol of harder times in the second half of the 1980s. A general economic decline, brought on by a drop in the price of oil, put an end to many visible signs of growth. Headlines told of bankruptcies, savings and loan closings, bank bailouts and an overbuilt real estate market. However, that same market yielded attractive SFBM FTUBUF QSJDFT BOE QSPNQUFE B åPPE PG corporate relocations—JCPenney Co. Inc., &YYPO .PCJM $PSQ (5& 5FMFQIPOF 0QFSBUJPOT .$* BOE (SFZIPVOE -JOFT %BMMBT entered a new era of growth in the 1990s.

Alliance Airport north of Fort Worth opened in 1989 as the first phase of a major residential/retail/business development.

That same year, a new man-made recreation DFOUFS‡+PF 1PPM -BLF‡PQFOFE JO (SBOE Prairie. Dallas later added the American Airlines Center for sports and concerts, and the Texas Motor Speedway drew NASCAR fans from all over the country.

0O +BO ‡UIF EBZ /"'5" PGGJcially became law—Dallas took a huge step toward joining the ranks of super international trade cities, such as New York, Tokyo, London, Frankfurt and Cairo. Dallas has become one of the star players of international trade, aggressively positioning itself to benefit from international trade more than any other metropolitan area in the United States. In 2005, DFW International Airport added a 1.8 million-square-foot international UFSNJOBM XJUI B (SBOE )ZBUU IPUFM BUUBDIFE The airport plans to double its capacity to 250 total gates overall.

Suburbs such as Plano, McKinney, Flower Mound, Frisco, Allen, Cedar Hill and South-

lake showed healthy growth as more corporations relocated and expanded in the Metroplex. Important contributors to the area’s vitality included Capital One Corp., United Parcel Service of America Inc., Tenet Healthcare Corp., Vought Aircraft Industries, Texas Instruments Inc., AT&T, The Container Store Inc. and Washington Mutual Bank.

To meet the demands of residents and businesses, Dallas has improved transportation through its DART light rail system and Trinity Railway Express, expanded highway interchanges, tollways and bus MJOFT 4IPQQJOH NBMMT TVDI BT UIF (BMMFSJB BOE (SBQFWJOF .JMMT QSPWJEF UFNQUJOH EFTtinations in the area for entertainment and dining. In addition, new outdoor recreation areas and bridges are being developed along the Trinity River Corridor, the performing arts district is expanding, the convention center will adjoin a new hotel and a variety of combined-use developments XJMM DPNCJOF UP DSFBUF B IPVS FOWJSPOment for more than 30,000 residents in and around downtown.

From a town of two cabins to a city of more than 1 million people, Dallas has come a long way in 150 years, however, its founder’s original vision of progress and growth shows no sign of wavering as the city continues to make history.Mound, Frisco, Allen, Cedar Hill and Southlake showed healthy growth as more corporations relocated and expanded in the Metroplex. Important contributors to the area’s vitality included Capital One Corp., United Parcel Service of America Inc., Tenet Healthcare Corp., Vought Aircraft Industries, Texas Instruments Inc., AT&T, The Container Store Inc. and Washington Mutual Bank.

To meet the demands of residents and businesses, Dallas has improved transportation through its DART light rail system and Trinity Railway Express, expanded highway interchanges, tollways and bus MJOFT 4IPQQJOH NBMMT TVDI BT UIF (BMMFSJB BOE (SBQFWJOF .JMMT QSPWJEF UFNQUJOH EFTtinations in the area for entertainment and dining. In addition, new outdoor recreation areas and bridges are being developed along the Trinity River Corridor, the performing arts district is expanding, the convention center will adjoin a new hotel and a variety of combined-use developments XJMM DPNCJOF UP DSFBUF B IPVS FOWJSPOment for more than 30,000 residents in and around downtown.

From a town of two cabins to a city of more than 1 million people, Dallas has come a long way in 150 years, however, its founder’s original vision of progress and growth shows no sign of wavering as the city continues to make history.

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“THE DFW METROPOLITAN AREA HAS RECORDED MORE NEW AND EXPANDED CORPORATE FACILITIES THAN ANY OTHER METRO AREA IN THE NATION IN RECENT YEARS.�

MOV I NG A LI FETI ME OF P OSSESSI ONS to a new home can be a challenge. When relocating to the DFW area, you will become a resident in one of the world’s most respected locations. In fact, the DFW metropolitan area has recorded more new and expanded corporate facilities than any other metro area in the nation in recent years. As a result, area newcomers are welcomed with open arms. *O UIJT TFDUJPO PG UIF %BMMBT¥ /FXDPNFS 3FMPDBUJPO (VJEF¥ ZPV will find information to help you make a smooth transition to your new home. For more information about making a move to greater Dallas, contact a local realtor or relocation service. These professionals can provide you with information about neighborhoods, amenities and schools, as well as assist you in the purchase of your home. For a list of qualified realtors and relocation services, go to the Advertisers’ Index on the last page of this publication.

Moving Expenses and Taxes A move can offer a number of tax deductions, but you need to keep appropriate records and comply with necessary provisions. Only moves of more than 50 miles and involving a change in job locations are deductible. The following expenses can be deducted legally: r 5SBWFM BOE MPEHJOH FYQFOTFT JODVSSFE EVSJOH ZPVS NPWF r .PWJOH PG IPVTFIPME HPPET BOE QFSTPOBM JUFNT JODMVEJOH TPNF storage expenses). r $PTU PG MPPLJOH GPS B OFX IPNF QMBOOJOH USJQT BOE MPEHJOH r 5FNQPSBSZ MJWJOH BSSBOHFNFOUT JO UIF OFX MPDBUJPO r %JTQPTJOH PG B GPSNFS IPNF BOE BDRVJSJOH B OFX POF

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Contact the Internal Revenue Service for a free booklet explaining exactly what can and cannot be deducted. The local number is 214-413-6010.

Moving Companies If you currently live a long distance from the DFW area or you have furniture or other items that require special packing, you probably need to contact a moving company. If the distance of the move is relatively short, some people prefer to rent a moving truck and move their possessions. However, if you choose this option, you have to consider the time and effort involved.

If possible, you should avoid shipping at the end of a month or in June, July or August, when moving companies experience peak business.

When choosing a moving company, be sure to shop around. Ask friends and co-workers for recommendations, and obtain more than one estimate. Moving companies vary greatly in terms of prices and services.

A “binding estimate� will describe in detail the shipment and all services to be provided.

In this case, you cannot be required to pay more than the amount of the estimate. A nominal fee usually is required for a binding estimate. A “non-binding estimate� is often free, but the final billing may be as much as 10 percent more than the estimate.

Because a moving company may fall behind schedule, it is wise to find a company that will guarantee in the contract a pick-up and delivery date. Inventory your belongings before the moving company begins work.

Noting scratches or blemishes will help to verify damage claims, if necessary. Also, you could take photos of all your furniture and other items and then have the movers initial the photos before they begin the move.

If you are using a moving company, it is a good idea to get rid of any unwanted or low-value items before the move, since the charges for shipping some items may exceed their value. Packing in heavy containers also will increase your costs. Books may often be mailed at book rate, which is often less expensive than a moving company can ship them.

For information on moving, relocating and your rights when moving, visit the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration at www.fmcsa.dot.gov.

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Forwarding Your Mail Four to six weeks before leaving your current residence, obtain a change-of-address kit from your local post office. Complete a change-of-address form for each business, creditor, magazine, friend, relative, alumni group or association that you wish to notify of your new address.

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The following is a checklist which should aid in advance planning for your move.

MOVE MINUS SIX WEEKS:

Contact a realtor in Dallas. Many advertise in this Guide.

Begin getting estimates from moving companies.

Find out what expenses your employer will cover.

FOUR WEEKS:

Check the pre-registration procedures for enrolling children in school. (See Education section.) Get children’s transcripts and a list of textbooks they currently are using. Obtain a copy of the grading system at the current school. Ask teachers for a statement describing the student’s achievement level and interests. Get ofďŹ cial written descriptions of any unusual courses taken.

Request copies of all medical, dental, veterinary records and birth certiďŹ cates to be sent to your new home.

Notify the post ofďŹ ce of your new address and obtain a change-of-address kit. Send change-of-address cards to friends, subscription services, creditors, alumni associations, the Department of Motor Vehicles and insurance companies.

Begin packing seldom-used items and dispose of unwanted items through charities. (Get receipts for tax purposes.)

Contact the IRS for forms and regulations regarding tax-deductible moving expenses.

RELOCATION SERVICES Allie Beth Allman & Associates ................................. 877-467-2311 Real Estate Briggs-Freeman Real Estate Brokerage Inc. .........................214-350-0400 Real Estate Brokers, Residential Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage ................................. 972-582-9224 Real Estate Ebby Halliday, Realtors Corporate Real Estate Services ............. 972-980-6644 Corporate Relocation SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

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Transfer or arrange for insurance in Dallas to cover your home, furnishings and automobile.

TWO DAYS:

Defrost and dry refrigerators and freezers.

Arrange for cash or traveler’s checks for trip expenses and payment to the mover upon delivery.

THREE WEEKS:

Arrange to have appliances, utilities, newspaper, laundry, phone and cable television disconnected. Check on deposits. Set up connections at your new home.

Reconcile and close checking account.

Withdraw savings.

Conclude any ďŹ nancial matters relating to the lease or sale of your home.

Make travel arrangements.

Have movers pack goods.

TWO WEEKS:

Handle bills, stocks, investments and banking transfers.

Pack luggage. Set aside items you will need immediately upon arrival—a few dishes, pots and pans, towels, soap, bedding, light bulbs, flashlights and toilet paper.

Make special arrangements for transporting pets and plants. Some plants may not be transported across state lines—check with your moving company.

Leave forwarding address with new tenant.

Clean cupboards.

Plan remaining meals so you can pack what you don’t need.

MOVING DAY:

ONE WEEK:

Discontinue delivery services such as the newspaper.

Clean and sort items in garage and attic.

Clean out your safety deposit box and place all valuables and documents together.

Either carry them with you or send them ahead by registered, insured mail.

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ReconďŹ rm your delivery date with your mover and provide directions to your new residence.

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Supervise the movers to make sure your instructions are understood.

Double-check your residence for forgotten items before leaving.

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or cattery during your move, make sure the facility is clean, air-conditioned and/ or heated, well-ventilated and dry. Make sure all of your pets’ shots are up to date before boarding them. r #FGPSF NPWJOH PCUBJO ZPVS WFU SFDPSET and find a suitable vet in your new area as well as emergency clinics. This will be beneficial should anything unexpected happen during the move.

LICENSING In Dallas, all dogs and cats must be licensed and receive annual rabies vaccinations. City license tags are $7 for pets that have been spayed or neutered or for pets younger than 6 months of age. Fertile pets are registered at a fee of $30. Pet owners who are 65 and older can register their pets for free with Animal Control. Special discounts also are given for those pets that assist the disabled.

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You can’t call energy “responsible” if it’s heating the Earth more than your home.

A home with natural gas appliances produces about half the carbon dioxide emissions of an all-electric home. This helps reduce harmful emissions that are linked to global warming. It’s just one more thing you can feel good about from Atmos Energy, your natural gas company.

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R E LO C AT I N G DOG-FRIENDLY PARKS Dallas offers many activities for you and your pooch. Listed below are some of the city’s dog-friendly activities, parks and restaurants. For more dog-friendly destinations, visit www.dogfriendly.com and search under Dallas.

to ensure they will be returned home if they should become lost. Any veterinarian can vaccinate your animals and supply tags.

Laws vary from city to city, so check with your local animal control to learn your city’s specific rules. For further information, please call Dallas PetData Animal Licensing at 214-670-8246.

PARKS

Bachman Lake Park ......................................3500 W. Northwest Highway, Dallas Dallas Nature Cente ....................................7171 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas White Rock Lake Park ..................................8300 E. Lawther Drive, Dallas Farmer’s Branch Historical Park ................2540 Farmer’s Branch Lane, Farmers Branch

OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS

Wagging Tail Dog Park ................................5841 Keller Springs Road, Dallas White Rock Lake Dog Park ........................8000 Mockingbird Lane, Dallas Wiggly Field at Lake Forest Park ...............1400 E Ryan Road, Denton Central Bark ...................................................2222 W. Warrior Trail, Grand Prairie Paw Pals of Grand Prairie Dog Park ..........2222 W. Warrior Trail, Grand Prairie Jack Carter Park Dog Park ...........................Pleasant Valley Dr., Plano

The DFW-Area has a variety of outdoor areas for you and your pet to enjoy.

LAWS All dogs and cats must be indoors, restrained on a leash or within a fenced yard. Dallas allows for up to four dogs or cats, or a combination of the two, in a dwelling that shares a common wall with another dwelling unit. Dallas has no limit restrictions on pets residing in independent houses.

In 1997, Dallas City Council enacted an ordinance that makes it illegal to leave dog droppings on any public or private property excluding the owner’s lawn. In September 2000, the council revised this ordinance to make it illegal to not be carrying materials to pick up dog droppings. Fines for violations are $25 for the first offense, $50 for the second offense and $100 for each offense thereafter.

Dogs that assist law enforcement officials or the disabled are exempt from this law.

Cats are not included in the ordinance.

DISEASES AND SHOTS In addition to the required annual rabies vaccinations, several fatal animal diseases can be easily prevented with simple vaccines.

These include distemper and parvovirus in dogs and upper respiratory viruses and feline leukemia in cats.

Dogs also are susceptible to heart worm carried by mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are prevalent year round in Texas, so pets should be tested regularly and given daily or monthly preventative medications to better ensure they are protected at all times.

Lyme disease, which is carried by ticks, is an additional health threat for all domestic animals and humans in Texas. The best preventative measure is early treatment of yards and daily tick checks in the spring, summer and fall. Tick identification is offered by the state.

For more information on vaccinations, call the City of Dallas Animal Registration at 214670-8246 or visit www.petdata.com.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) assists stranded motorists 24 hours a day.

For non-emergency roadside assistance, motorists can call the DPS toll-free number

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R E LO C AT I N G at 800-525-5555. This number is printed on the back of most Texas driver’s licenses.

The toll-free line operated by DPS is available for motorists to use when reporting non-life-threatening situations on Texas roads and highways. DPS then passes the information along to the appropriate local police agency or DPS office. For all emergency situations, call 911.

The DPS does not send a tow truck at the state’s expense. An officer will come to assist you or refer you to the appropriate local law enforcement agency. If a tow truck is dispatched, the motorist is responsible for any costs incurred. For more information on this service, visit www.txdps.state.tx.us.

Customers of participating wireless companies (Alltel, Sprint-Nextel, Cingular Wireless and Verizon Wireless) can dial *DPS (*377) free of airtime charges anywhere in Texas and receive roadside assistance for non-emergency situations.

Some cities and agencies have courtesy patrols and roadside trucks to provide nontowing services. For Dallas’s Courtesy Patrol, dial 214-320-4444.

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Coppell 972.304.8000

Flower Mound 972.355.5525

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McKinney 972.562.9559

Melissa 972.838.2828

Plano 972.758.9200

Preston Center 214.373.3500

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Autohaus Inc................................................................... Plano ............................................ 972-599-0909 Freeman Olds-Mazda-Hyundai ................................. Irving ............................................. 972-438-2121

DFW Community of the Year, 2007 HBA Awards New Homes from the upper $200s - $2 million+ Ideally located 7 min. west of the N. Dallas Tollway & Park Blvd.

Millennium Motor Cars ................................................ Plano ............................................ 972-769-2000 Park Place Motorcars .................................................... Dallas ............................................ 214-526-8701

Community & Information Center 2501 Queen Margaret (972) 899-7500

Sewell Buick Pontiac GMC .......................................... Dallas ........................................... 214-350-8000 Sewell Cadillac InďŹ nity ................................................. Dallas ........................................... 972-490-4545 Sewell Lexus ................................................................... Dallas ............................................ 214-352-8100

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THIRTY 377 3377 Blackburn St. Dallas, TX 75204 .................................................................. 1-866-318-1146 ............................................................................. Email: Thirty377@udr.com ...................................................................................... www.thirty377.com Perfectly located right where Turtle Creek meets the Katy Trail, THIRTY 377 offers one, two and three bedroom apartments. Our residents enjoy a secluded oasis just walking distance from West Village and McKinney Avenue. Our resident center includes a resort style pool with towel service, internet cafĂŠ, conference room and fitness center. Our floor plans feature many luxury appointments such as double walk-in closets, archways and bathrooms with garden tubs. Visit us online at www.Thirty377.com to view our Community Video, Photos and Virtual Tours.

You can also reserve your apartment online and submit a rental application. Be sure to use the Furniture Arranger to configure your living space. Our central leasing is open 24/7 and may be reached toll-free at 1 (866) 318-1146 or email Thirty377@newhome1.com.

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Insurance No matter where you live, you need to maintain adequate insurance coverage.

Consider the following before your move: Texas insurance coverages and regulations may differ from those in the state from which you are moving; therefore, it is important to contact a Texas insurance agent to make sure you have no gaps in coverage while in transit or upon arrival.

Make sure you have copies of all current policies—household, automobile, health

and life. Contact your agent to obtain up-todate copies of all policies.

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Many of the surrounding communities also use the same utility services.

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Residential recycling programs are encouraged in the Dallas area.

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There may be a non-refundable, minimal connection fee, which will show up on your first bill. You should call a couple of days before you need the service in order to allow adequate time for the service to be connected. In many apartment communities, electrical service will already be turned on. If it is not provided as part of your lease agreement, you will need to call your electricity provider to have the service placed in your name.

INSURANCE COMPANIES Aetna ...................................................214-200-8000

Bowles Troy LLP..............................972-770-1600

Amerigroup Community Care......... 817-861-7793

MetLife ................................................ 972-246-1800

Amica Mutual Insurance .................800-962-6422

NFC Marketing Associates .............. 972-387-8553

Aon Risk Services of Texas Inc. ......214-989-0000

Planned BeneďŹ ts, Inc. ....................... 972-661-0101

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Blue Shield of Texas...................... 972-766-6900

Smith and Barton, Inc.................... 972-231-1300

CUNA Mutual Group ....................... 817-684-4789

Sleeper, Sewell & Company ............972-419-7500

Holmes Murphy and Associates– Frank Roby ...................................... 214-363-4433 The HowVil Group, Inc. ................... 877-484-5266

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ELECTRICITY OPTIONS IN DALLAS Shopping for a new Retail Electric Provider (REP) is made easy thanks to the Texas Electric Choice (TEC) Web site, which provides electricity customers with a breakdown of prices per kilowatt-hour from competing REPs, as well as their contract terms and conditions, and information on how each REP generates its electricity.

To find information about REPs in your area, you can log on to the TEC Web site at www.powertochoose.org, click on the “Choose Now� button and enter your ZIP code. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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Allstate Insurance Company ...........972-915-5000

HUB International ............................ 214-855-5600

State Farm Insurance ....................... 972-732-5000 State Farm Insurance, Bill Remley.....................................972-488-3822 State Farm Insurance,

HUB International Rigg ................... 214-979-6200

Chuck Wellenberger ......................972-490-7777

Humana Inc. .......................................972-643-1774

State Farm Insurance, Josh Ward ...214-823-5674

IPS Advisors .......................................214-443-2400

State Farm Insurance,

Kinnard Insurance Agency, Inc. ...... 214-942-4869 Liberty National, Sandra Jacobs ..................................469-387-1441

Reginald W. Johnson .....................214-821-4242 Stewart Title North Texas ..............972-308-8000 Swingle, Collins & Associates ........ 972-387-3000

Marsh USA, Inc. .................................214-303-8000

Upshaw Insurance Agency .............. 214-349-6067

McGriff, Seibels &

USI Southwest................................... 214-443-3100

Williams of Texas, Inc. ................. 469-232-2100

Waldman Bros., LLP .......................... 972-759-3714

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RATES & GROWTH Texas’s electric rates are average compared with the rest of the country, but its usage is among the highest in the nation due to the demand of air conditioning during the state’s hot summer season, according to UIF 1VCMJD 6UJMJUZ $PNNJTTJPO PG 5FYBT Competition in other industries is noted to prompt lower prices and stimulate innovative new products and services.

Empowering customers with the capability to have greater control over their buying decisions should help them identify their key interests such as prices, renewable energy, customer service or name recall.

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ELECTRICITY FACTS LABEL Customers are encouraged to ask REPs for a copy of their Electricity Facts Label (EFL), which is similar to a nutrition label found on food products. The EFL provides detailed information on electricity prices, contract terms, and sources of generation and emissions levels. The EFL allows customers to make an “apples-to-apples� comparison of offers from competitive REPs. All REPs -certified by the Public 6UJMJUZ $PNNJTTJPO BSF SFRVJSFE UP QSPvide customers with a copy of their EFL upon request.

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NO-CALL LIST In an effort to marshal telemarketers calling about switching to a different REP, customers have the opportunity to join a “no-call list� that will prevent these calls.

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hall.com. The Web site also allows residents to order trash carts, recycling bins and report missed trash collection. The site keeps residents informed about any sanitation services changes.

Many Dallas neighborhoods are currently in transition shifting from twice-weekly trash collection service to once-weekly

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Dallas .........................................214-651-1441 Fort Worth ...............................817-392-4477 Arlington .................................. 817-275-5931 Plano ......................................... 972-941-7105 Garland .....................................972-205-2671 Irving ........................................ 972-721-2421 Grand Prairie............................972-237-8413 Mesquite ...................................972-216-6278 Carrollton ................................ 972-466-3120

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The City of Dallas encourages households to participate in the residential recycling program to reduce the amount of waste taken to the landfill. In 2007, Sanitation Services expanded its recycling program to include a 96-gallon Big Blue recycling roll cart. Residents can now recycle more items with your Big Blue recycling roll cart and there is no need to separate! Just put everything into the same Big Blue recycling roll cart! If you prefer, you may continue recycling with blue bags (or clear bags) and need not register for a Big Blue recycling roll cart. Free blue bags are available at Dallas recreation centers and libraries.

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new Big Blue containers. All recyclable materials can be placed in the container in the same single-stream style as in the residential collection program. In addition to the new and more user-friendly containers, drop-off locations will be expanding as well. All locations will remain available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information on the City of Dallas sanitation

services and recycling programs, call 214671-8134.

Residents outside the city and county of Dallas may contact its local city government for trash collection services. A great way to find local cities is to visit the government page www.dallascityhall. com and click on other local government resources.

ELECTRICAL AND GAS PROVIDERS To find out what providers service your specific area visit www.powertochoose.org or call 866-797-4839.

Listed below are some of the providers to choose from.

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American Electric Power .............................214-777-1247 ...............................................www.aep.com ONCOR ..........................................................214-812-4600 ..........................................www.oncor.com Reliant Energy ...............................................972-831-7378 .........................................www.reliant.com TXU..................................................................972-868-4523 ............................................. www.txu.com Washington Power LLC ...............................214-274-2235 ........................................ www.wapwr.com Atmos Energy Corporation .........................888-286-6700 ............................www.atmosenergy.com PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER, SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER MEMBERS, 1/10

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It will take an average of two to three days to connect your telephone. The charges depend on the service provider. Service in apartment complexes can sometimes be hooked up on the same day of the request.

The installation charge will be billed to customers with satisfactory credit histories; others will have to pay in advance. There is usually no deposit unless an individual has a poor credit rating.

If you are building a house, arrange to have the telephone company representatives wire it before interior walls are in. This prevents holes in your walls and saves time and money.

DFW-Area residents have a choice when it comes to choosing a telephone service provider. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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D ALLAS I S EV ER Y B I T D Y NAMI C, dazzling and down home. There is always something to do, always something to see and always something to learn. DFW’s diversity is due in part to its central location, its global marketplace and its rich multicultural heritage. Whatever your taste or style, The Metroplex helps you feel right at home.

History buffs will enjoy the immensity of museum options as Dallas is home to the historic Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. Visit the Museum of Nature and Science, Aquarium and Museum of the American all located in Fair Park, or stroll through the Dallas Museum of Art. In Fort Worth, the Kimbell Museum and its world-renowned exhibits draw crowds. The Nasher Sculpture Center, found next door to the Dallas Museum of Art, offers guests more than 300 sculptures and works of BSU CZ BSUJTUT JODMVEJOH "MFYBOEFS $BMEFS 1BCMP 1JDBTTP "MCFSUP (JBcometti and Richard Serra. The 54,000-square-foot building features five indoor pavilions topped by a barrel-vaulted glass ceiling on majestic grounds which include ponds, walkways and tranquil meadows.

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Addison ......................................972-450-7048 Allen ...........................................214-509-4700 Alvarado .....................................817-790-3351 Arlington ................................... 817-459-5474 Azle ............................................. 817-444-7140 Balch Springs ............................972-557-6090 Bedford ...................................... 817-952-2300 Benbrook ...................................817-249-3000 Boyd .......................................... 940-433-9422 Bridgeport ................................ 940-683-5906 Burleson......................................817-295-8168 Carrollton ................................. 972-466-3080 Cedar Hill ...................................972-291-5130 Celina ..........................................214-585-7691 Cleburne ....................................817-645-0949 Colleyville ..................................817-503-1180 Commerce................................. 903-886-1150 Coppell....................................... 972-462-5100 Dallas ......................................... 214-670-4100 Denton .......................................940-349-7218 DeSoto .......................................972-230-9650 Duncanville ...............................972-780-5070 Ennis ........................................... 972-878-2276 Euless ..........................................817-685-1429 Farmers Branch ........................ 972-919-2620 Flower Mound ..........................972-874-6300 Fort Worth .................................817-871-5700 Frisco ...........................................972-335-5517 Garland ...................................... 972-205-2750 Glenn Heights ...........................972-223-2107 Grand Prairie............................. 972-237-8100 Grandview .................................817-866-4825 Greenville ..................................903-457-3144 Haltom City .............................. 817-831-6464 Hickory Creek ...........................940-497-2528 Highland Park .............................214-521-4161 Highland Village .......................972-317-7430

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Hurst ...........................................817-788-7325 Irving ........................................... 972-721-2501 Keller .......................................... 817-743-4050 Lancaster .....................................972-227-1112 Lewisville ................................... 972-219-3550 Little Elm ....................................972-377-5556 Lucas .......................................... 972-727-8999 McKinney...................................972-547-7480 MansďŹ eld ................................... 817-276-4265 Mesquite .................................... 972-216-6260 Midlothian .................................. 972-775-7777 Murphy ......................................972-468-4355 N. Richland Hills ...................... 817-427-6620 Pilot Point .................................940-686-2165 Plano ...........................................972-941-7250 Richardson ............................... 972-744-4300 Richland Hills............................ 817-299-1800 Roanoke ..................................... 817-837-9930 Rockwall ......................................972-771-7761 Rowlett .......................................972-412-6145 Runaway Bay ............................940-575-4745 Sachse ........................................972-495-7600 Saginaw .....................................817-230-0350 Seagoville ..................................972-287-6823 Southlake .................................. 817-748-8203 Sunnyvale ................................... 972-226-7177 Terrell ......................................... 972-551-6609 The Colony.................................972-625-1106 Trophy Club ..............................682-831-4603 University Park ......................... 214-363-1644 Watauga .....................................817-514-5828 Waxahachie .............................. 972-937-7330 Weatherford ............................. 817-598-4124 Westlake.................................... 817-490-5735 White Settlement.................... 817-246-7838 Wylie .......................................... 972-442-8197

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Within the pages of the DallasÂŽ Newcomer & Relocation GuideÂŽ, you will find numerous tidbits and facts about your new area and its residents. Dallas is rich in diversity, opportunity and charm. We are honored that you now call Dallas home.

Dallas Park and Recreation Department Diversity in leisure services is a hallmark of the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. Not only does it care for approximately 406 neighborhood, community and regional parks, but it also provides a host of recreational activities for youth, adults and senior adults at 518 recreational and athletic facilities.

SPECIAL EVENTS Fairs, festivals and community and church events are commonplace for Dallas resi-

dents. Dallas hosts numerous citywide events ranging from the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony to the Fourth of July Trinity Fest to multicultural events including Diez y Seis and The Irish Festival.

Whatever your interests or ethnic background, Dallas has something for you!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers make a difference at the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. More than 1,000 citizens volunteer with the department each year. Their loyalty and support help provide quality service to the entire community. If you’re interested in volunteering, please call 214-670-5833.

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D I S T I N C T LY D F W women’s and senior golf tournaments and private lessons. To reserve your tee time, call 214-670-8520.

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Nature Centers Whether you decide to spend an afternoon outdoors or in, Dallas and Fort Worth possess impressive scenery on both fronts. Family-friendly activities may find you diving under the seas to discover exotic creatures or traveling across the wilds of Africa. The world is your classroom when you explore The Dallas World Aquarium or the Fort Worth Zoo. You may decide to stay right here in North Texas and stroll through the grounds of the Dallas Arboretum. Spring is an excellent time to see all of DFW’s gardens in full bloom.

cial occasions. Cabins at White Rock Lake and Arlington Hall at Lee Park are just a few of the department’s most requested sites. Call 214-670-8748 or 214-670-8239.

TENNIS Tennis anyone? Relax with a game of tennis at any of the department’s five tennis centers. Each center has at least 15 lighted courts. Dallas citizens can enjoy a game of tennis at a beautifully landscaped facility. Each center offers private lessons and league activities. Court reservations can be made one day in advance or in person. Court fees vary. For more information, call 214-670-8520.

The Dallas World Aquarium / (SJGĂ O 4U 214-720-2224 www.dwazoo.com The Dallas Zoo 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway 214-670-5656 www.dallaszoo.com Fair Park East of Central Expressway bounded by Fitzhugh, Second Avenue, Parry Avenue and Stonewall Avenue 214-670-8400 www.fairpark.org Fort Worth Botanic Garden Center #PUBOJD (BSEFO #MWE Fort Worth 817-871-7686 www.fwbg.org Fort Worth Zoo 1989 Colonial Parkway Fort Worth 817-759-7555 www.fortworthzoo.com

The Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park 1462 First Ave. 214-670-8443 www.dallaszoo.org/aquarium/ aquarium.htm

Texas Discovery Gardens Fair Park 214-428-7476 www.texasdiscoverygardens.org

Dallas Arboretum (BSMBOE 3PBE 214-515-6500 www.dallasarboretum.org

Texas Sculpture Garden (BZMPSE 1BSLXBZ (at the Dallas North Tollway) Frisco 972-377-1100 www.texassculpturegarden.org

TOP 10 LAKES IN DFW LAKE

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Cedar Creek ..........................Kaufman/Henderson ............................Athens................................ 32,623 Lewisville ...............................Denton ....................................................Lewisville ........................... 29,592

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The Dallas Parks and Recreation Department hosts five expertly designed and carefully maintained courses boasting the finest golfing atmosphere possible.

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Ray Roberts Lake .................Denton/Cooke/Grayson ......................Denton............................... 25,600 Ray Hubbard Lake ...............Collin/Dallas/Kaufman/Rockwall ......Dallas .................................. 21,671 Lavon Lake ............................Collin .......................................................Lavon.................................. 21,400 Cooper Reservoir .................Delta/Hopkins........................................Cooper ................................19,305 Lake Bridgeport ....................Wise/Jack ................................................Bridgeport .......................... 11,954 Eagle Mountain Lake ...........Tarrant/Wise ..........................................Fort Worth ...........................8,738 Grapevine Lake.....................Tarrant/Denton .....................................Grapevine ............................ 6,684 Joe Pool Reservoir ...............Dallas/Tarrant/Ellis ...............................Dallas ................................... 6,469 Ćż ĘŽ

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The DFW region offers its residents numerous surrounding lakes ready for fishing, sun and fun. In fact, lakes surround Dallas. Within the Dallas city limits are Bachman Lake, Mountain Creek Lake and White Rock Lake. To the west, you will find Lake Arlington, Benbrook Lake, Lake Worth, Eagle Mountain Lake, Joe Pool Lake, Lake #SJEHFQPSU BOE -BLF (SBOCVSZ 0O UIF FBTU side, fish in Lake Ray Hubbard, Lake Tawakoni, Lake Fork Reservoir and Lake Quitman. *O UIF OPSUI WJTJU /PSUI -BLF -BLF (SBQFvine, Lake Lewisville, Lake Lavon and Lake Ray Roberts. South of Dallas, you will find Bardwell Reservoir, Cedar Creek Reservoir and Lake Whitney.

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HP Byron Nelson Championship (May 17–23, 2010) TPC Four Seasons Resort—Irving Tracing its beginnings back to 1944, the HP Byron Nelson Championship, then the Dallas Open, was the ďŹ rst PGA event to be named after a professional golfer. It is also the event that raises the most money for charity, with a www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Boating is a popular pastime for Dallasites, and with so many lakes to choose from, do you blame them?

Miles of clean, open water make Lake Lewisville, about 20 miles north of Dallas, a popular spot for boating year round. Floating restaurants with good food and live music promote lakeside fun for all ages all winter long. There are numerous boat launches and several marinas located around the lake to increase your boating experience.

-BLFT 3BZ )VCCBSE BOE (SBQFWJOF QSPvide easy access and convenient location to residents in the area. Numerous, smaller lakes such as these provide quick lake access to almost everyone in Dallas.

For sailing enthusiasts, visit Lake Texoma, two hours north of Dallas on the 5FYBT 0LMBIPNB CPSEFS XIFSF UIFSF JT more than enough open water for a larger sailing vessel. Lake Lewisville, Lake Ray HubCBSE BOE -BLF (SBQFWJOF BSF PUIFS QPQVMBS locales for sailors. Smaller boats can be seen on all of the lakes, along with catamarans, sail boards and other small sailing vessels that are popular among area residents. history total of more than $112 million for the Salesmanship Club Youth and Family Centers.

Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial (May 24–30, 2010) Colonial Country Club—Fort Worth Continuing in the tradition of the Masters, the Crown Plaza Invitational at Colonial is an invitation-only tournament and caps a three-tournament Texas run in May. This event began in 1946 and is the longestrunning PGA TOUR event still being played on its original site. This tournament beneďŹ ts more than 100 Tarrant County charities, and raised $5.1 million in 2009.

Sports Dallas loves its sports, from professional to college to interscholastic to personal.

Year-round, the weather lends itself to sports, and Dallas residents take advantage of it.

Professional Sports Here is a glance at some of the top teams and events in the area: The Dallas Cowboys 972-785-5000 www.dallascowboys.com.

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Lost Creek Golf Club.................................... Aledo ............................ 817-244-3312 ............................. $$ Golf Club at Twin Creeks ............................ Allen ............................. 972-390-8888.......................... $$$ Chester W. Ditto Golf Course.................... Arlington ...................... 817-275-5941 ............................. $$ Lake Arlington Golf Course ........................ Arlington ...................... 817-451-6101 .............................. $$ Shady Valley Golf Club ............................... Arlington ...................... 817-275-8771 ............................ $$$ Tierra Verde Golf Club ................................ Arlington...................... 817-478-8500 .......................... $$$ Cross Timbers Golf Course ......................... Azle ............................... 817-444-4940 ............................ $$ Whitestone Golf Club.................................. Benbrook ..................... 817-249-9996 ............................ $$ Hidden Creek Golf Course .......................... Burleson ....................... 817-447-4444 ............................ $$ Southern Oaks Golf Club ............................ Burleson ....................... 817-426-2400 ............................ $$ Coyote Ridge Golf Club .............................. Carrollton .................... 972-395-0786 .......................... $$$ Honors Golf Club Dallas ............................. Carrollton .................... 972-416-2131..........................$$$$ Indian Creek Golf Club, Creek Course...... Carrollton .................... 972-466-9850 .......................... $$$ Indian Creek Golf Club, Lakes Course ...... Carrollton .................... 972-466-9850 ............................ $$ Cleburne Golf Links ..................................... Cleburne ...................... 817-641-4501 ............................. $$ Riverchase Golf Club ................................... Coppell ......................... 972-462-8281 ............................ $$ Creekview Golf Club .................................... Crandall ....................... 972-472-8400 ............................ $$ Bear Creek Golf Club, East Course............ Dallas............................ 972-456-3200 .......................... $$$ Bear Creek Golf Club, West Course.......... Dallas............................ 972-456-3200 .......................... $$$ Brook Hollow Golf Club .............................. Dallas............................ 214-637-1900 .........................$$$$ Cedar Crest Golf Course ............................. Dallas............................ 214-670-7615 ............................. $$ Dallas National Golf Club........................... Dallas............................ 214-331-4195 .........................$$$$ Golf Club of Dallas ....................................... Dallas............................ 214-331-4336.........................$$$$ Keeton Park Golf Course............................. Dallas............................ 214-670-8784 ............................ $$ LB Houston Golf Course ............................. Dallas............................ 214-670-6322............................. $$ Northwood Club ........................................... Dallas............................ 972-934-0544 ........................$$$$ Preston Trail Golf Club ................................ Dallas............................ 972-248-8448........................$$$$ Royal Oaks Country Club ........................... Dallas............................ 214-691-0339.........................$$$$ Stevens Park Golf Club................................ Dallas............................ 214-670-7506............................. $$ Tenison Park Golf Course, Tenison Glen Course ........................... Dallas............................ 214-670-1402 ............................. $$ Tenison Park Golf Course, Tenison Highlands Course ................. Dallas............................ 214-670-1402 ........................... $$$ Texas Woman’s University Golf Course .. Denton ......................... 940-898-3163 ............................ $$ Wildhorse Golf Club ................................... Denton ......................... 940-246-1001 .......................... $$$ Eagle Rock Golf Club ................................... Ennis ............................. 972-878-4653 ...............................$ Texas Star Golf Course ................................ Euless............................ 817-685-7888 ........................$$$$ Old Brickyard Golf Course.......................... Ferris ............................. 972-842-8700 ............................ $$ Bridlewood Golf Club .................................. Flower Mound ............ 972-355-4800 ........................$$$$ Tour 18 Dallas ............................................... Flower Mound ............ 817-430-2000 ........................$$$$ Golf Club at Champions Circle ................. Fort Worth .................. 817-497-2582 ........................... $$$ Golf Club at Fossil Creek ............................ Fort Worth .................. 817-847-1900 .........................$$$$ Hawks Creek Golf Club ............................... Fort Worth .................. 817-738-8402 .......................... $$$ Meadowbrook Golf Course ........................ Fort Worth .................. 817-457-4616 ................................$ Pecan Valley Golf Course, Hills Course ... Fort Worth .................. 817-249-1845 ............................. $$ Pecan Valley Golf Course, River Course .. Fort Worth .................. 817-249-1845 ............................. $$ Rockwood Golf Course, Rock Course ....... Fort Worth .................. 817-624-1771 .............................. $$ Timberview Golf Club.................................. Fort Worth .................. 817-478-3601 ............................. $$ Waterchase Golf Club ................................. Fort Worth .................. 817-861-4653 ........................... $$$ Z. Boaz Golf Course ..................................... Fort Worth .................. 817-738-6287 ................................$ Plantation Golf Club .................................... Frisco ............................ 972-335-4653 .......................... $$$

WEB ADDRESS

www.lostcreekgolf.com www.twincreeksgolfclub.com www.arlingtongolf.com www.arlingtongolf.com www.shadyvalley.com www.arlingtongolf.com www.crosstimbersgc.com www.whitestonegolf.com www.hiddencreekgolfcourse.com www.southernoaksgc.com www.coyoteridgegolf.com www.thehonorsgolfclubdallas.com www.indiancreekgolfclub.com www.indiancreekgolfclub.com www.ci.cleburne.tx.us/golfweb www.riverchasegc.com www.creekviewgolf.com www.bearcreek-golf.com www.bearcreek-golf.com www.brookhollowgc.org www.cedarcrestgolf.com www.dallasnationalgolfclub.com www.golfclubdallas.com www.keetonpark.com www.golflbhouston.com www.northwoodclub.org www.roccdallas.com www.stevensparkgolf.com www.tenisonpark.com www.tenisonpark.com www.twu.edu/golf www.eaglerockgolfclub.com www.texasstargolf.com www.oldbrickyardgolf.com www.bridlewoodgolf.com www.tour18-dallas.com www.championscirclegolf.com www.thegolfclubatfossilcreek.com www.hawkscreek.com www.fortworthgolf.org www.fortworthgolf.org www.fortworthgolf.org www.fortworthgolf.org www.timberviewgolf.com www.waterchasegc.com www.fortworthgolf.org www.plantationgolf.net

SOURCE: TEXAS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM, TEXAS BOUND FOR GOLF 2010, 3/10

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D I S T I N C T LY D F W DFW 18-HOLE GOLF COURSES COMPANY

CITY

PHONE #

PRICE

Stonebriar Country Club, Country Club Course .......................... Frisco ............................ 972-625-8916.........................$$$$ Stonebriar Country Club, Fazio Course ......................................... Frisco ............................ 972-625-8916.........................$$$$ Trails of Frisco Golf Club............................. Frisco ............................ 972-668-4653 .......................... $$$ Firewheel Golf Park, Lakes Course ............ Garland ........................ 972-205-2795............................. $$ Firewheel Golf Park, Old Course ............... Garland ........................ 972-205-2795............................. $$ Grand Oaks Golf Club ................................. Grand Prairie ............... 972-264-2974 ............................ $$ Great Southwest Golf Club ........................ Grand Prairie ............... 972-647-0114 ........................... $$$ Riverside Golf Club....................................... Grand Prairie ............... 817-640-7800 .......................... $$$ Tangle Ridge Golf Club................................ Grand Prairie ............... 972-299-6837 .......................... $$$ Cowboys Golf Club ...................................... Grapevine .................... 817-481-7277..........................$$$$ Willow Springs Golf Course ....................... Haslet ........................... 817-439-4653 ............................ $$ Four Seasons Resort and Club ................... Irving............................. 972-717-0700 .........................$$$$ Twin Wells Golf Course .............................. Irving............................. 972-438-4340............................ $$ Sky Creek Ranch Golf Club......................... Keller ............................ 817-498-1414 .........................$$$$ King’s Creek Golf Club................................. Kemp ............................ 903-498-8888 ........................... $$ Country View Golf Course ......................... Lancaster ..................... 972-227-0995............................. $$ Golf Club at Castle Hills ............................. Lewisville ..................... 972-899-7400 ........................$$$$ Lake Park Golf Club...................................... Lewisville ..................... 972-219-5661 ........................... $$$ Mansfield National Golf Club .................... Mansfield ..................... 817-477-3366 ........................... $$$ Golf Club at McKinney ................................ McKinney ..................... 972-540-6880.......................... $$$ Oak Hollow Golf Course ............................. McKinney ..................... 972-562-0670 ............................ $$ WestRidge Golf Course ............................... McKinney ..................... 972-346-2212 ........................... $$$ Dallas Athletic Club, Blue Course ............. Mesquite ...................... 972-279-6517 .........................$$$$ Dallas Athletic Club, Gold Course ............ Mesquite ...................... 972-279-6517 .........................$$$$ Mesquite Golf Club ...................................... Mesquite ...................... 972-270-7457 ............................. $$ Pecan Trails Golf Course ............................. Midlothian ................... 972-723-1376 ................................$ Iron Horse Golf Course ............................... N. Richland Hills ........ 817-485-6666 .......................... $$$ Chase Oaks Golf Club, Blackjack Course .................................. Plano............................. 972-517-7777 ............................ $$$ Pecan Hollow Golf Course ......................... Plano............................. 972-941-7600............................. $$ Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club ........................ Plano............................. 972-390-1039 .......................... $$$ Gentle Creek Golf Club ............................... Prosper ......................... 972-346-2550 ........................$$$$ Red Oak Valley Golf Course ...................... Red Oak ....................... 972-617-3249 ............................. $$ Sherrill Park Golf Course, Course One ..... Richardson................... 972-234-1416 ............................. $$ Sherrill Park Golf Course, Course Two ..... Richardson................... 972-234-1416 ............................. $$ Buffalo Creek Golf Club .............................. Rockwall ...................... 972-771-4003 ........................... $$$ Waterview Golf Club ................................... Rowlett ........................ 972-463-8900.......................... $$$ Stone River Golf Club .................................. Royse City ................... 972-636-2254 ............................ $$ Tribute Golf Club .......................................... The Colony .................. 972-370-5465 ........................$$$$ Canyon West Golf Club .............................. Weatherford ............... 817-596-4653 .......................... $$$ Golf Club at Crown Valley ......................... Weatherford ............... 817-596-7512 ........................... $$$ Squaw Creek Golf Course ........................... Willow Park ................. 817-441-8185 ............................. $$ Woodbridge Golf Club ................................ Wylie ............................ 972-429-5100........................... $$$

In the course listings, a range of fees is provided: $ ......................... $0 to $24 $$....................... $25 to $49 $$$ .................... $50 to $74 $$$$ .................. $75 and higher

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WEB ADDRESS

www.stonebriar.com www.stonebriar.com www.thetrailsoffriscogc.com www.golffirewheel.com www.golffirewheel.com www.grandoaksgolfclub.com www.greatsouthwestgc.com www.riverside-golfclub.com www.tangleridge.com www.cowboysgolfclub.com www.wsgolf.com www.fourseasons.com/dallas www.twinwellsgc.com www.skycreekranch.com www.kingscreekgolfclub.com www.countryviewgolfcourse.com www.castlehillsgolfclub.com www.lakeparkgc.com www.mansfield-national.com www.thegolfclubmckinney.com www.oakhollowgolf.com www.westridgegolfcourse.com www.dallasathleticclub.org www.dallasathleticclub.org www.mesquitegc.com www.pecantrailsgolf.com www.ironhorsetx.com www.chaseoaks.com www.pecanhollowgc.com www.ridgeviewgc.com www.gentlecreek.com www.sherrillparkgolf.com www.sherrillparkgolf.com www.buffalocreek.americangolf.com www.waterview.americangolf.com www.stonerivergolf.com www.thetributegc.com www.canyonwestgolf.com www.crownvalleygolfclub.net www.squaw-creek.com www.wbgolfclub.com

Visit www.traveltex.com for a more complete listng of golf courses in the DFW area.

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D I S T I N C T LY D F W The Dallas Desperados 972-785-4900 www.dallasdesperados.com

DFW YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES Arlington Girls Softball Association ............ 817-795-2472

McKinney Little League Baseball ................... 972-738-9119

Carrollton PONY Baseball.... 972-738-9100

North Garland Little League .........................972-495-1941

Comets Soccer Club.............. 972-242-9075 D’Feeters Soccer Club............214-361-5565 Dallas Cup ................................214-221-3636 Denton Boys Baseball ...........940-239-7492 Denton Youth Basketball .....940-243-7649 Flower Mound Youth Sports Association ............. 972-955-7328 Fort Worth Area YMCA ......... 817-531-1029 Fort Worth Youth Soccer Association .............817-244-0020 Grand Prairie Youth Football Association ...........972-237-5919 Grapevine Youth Baseball.....817-329-5505 Highland Village Area Baseball/ Softball Association ........... 972-738-9555

Pioneer Youth Baseball & Softball .............817-252-5638 Plano Football League ...........972-816-9160 Plano Sports Authority ......... 972-208-5437 Polaris F.C. Girls Soccer Club...........................866-771-6474 Premier All Star Camps ........972-481-9400 Rowlett Youth Soccer Association ..............214-607-4681 Spring Valley Athletic Association ........... 972-238-9728 Sting Soccer Club .................. 972-738-9999 Texas Longhorns Soccer Club......................... 972-480-9340

Keller Youth Association .......817-431-8592

Tri-Cities Baseball Association .......... 817-285-0200

Lake Highlands Soccer Association ............. 214-221-0808

YMCA of Dallas ......................214-880-9622

The Dallas Mavericks 214-747-MAVS www.dallasmavericks.com The Dallas Stars (0 45"34 www.DallasStars.com.

The Texas Rangers 817-273-5600 www.texasrangers.com FC Dallas 214-979-0303 The Mesquite Championship Rodeo #6-- www.mesquiterodeo.com Frisco RoughRiders 972-731-9200 www.ridersbaseball.com.

Grand Prairie AirHogs 972-504-9383 www.airhogsbaseball.com.

SOURCE: YELLOW PAGES & YAHOO; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 8/09

DFW SPORTS FACILITIES NAME

ADDRESS

COUNTY

PHONE

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Texas Motor Speedway ....................................3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth 76177.......................Fort Worth..................... 817-215-8500 ..............................159,585 Cotton Bowl .......................................................3750 Midway Plaza, Dallas 75060 ...................................Dallas .............................. 214-939-2222 ...............................75,656 Texas Stadium ....................................................2401 E. Airport Freeway, Irving 75062............................Irving ............................... 972-785-4000 .............................. 65,000 Lone Star Park At Grand Prairie......................1000 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie 75050 .............Grand Prairie ................. 972-263-7223 .............................. 50,000 Rangers Ballpark In Arlington .........................1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington 76011...............................Arlington ........................ 817-273-5222 ................................ 48,911 Amon G. Carter Stadium .................................2800 Stadium Drive, Fort Worth 76129.........................Fort Worth..................... 817-257-3764 ............................... 44,035 Texas Motorplex ................................................7500 W. Highway 287, Ennis 75119 ................................Ennis................................ 972-878-2641 .............................. 35,000 Gerald J. Ford Stadium .....................................5800 Ownby Drive, Dallas 75275 ....................................Dallas .............................. 214-768-2866 .............................. 32,000 Fouts Field ...........................................................800 N. Texas Blvd., Denton 76203 .................................Denton ........................... 940-565-2662.............................. 30,500 Pizza Hut Park ....................................................9200 World Cup Way, Frisco 75034 ...............................Frisco............................... 214-705-6700 .............................. 22,500 American Airline Center ...................................2500 Victoria Ave., Dallas 75219 .....................................Dallas .............................. 214-665-4299 ...............................20,021 Reunion Arena ....................................................777 Sports St., Dallas 75207 .............................................Dallas .............................. 214-800-3010 ...............................19,000 Fort Worth Covention Center.........................1201 Houston St., Fort Worth 76102 ..............................Fort Worth..................... 817-392-6338 ...............................13,500 Mavericks Stadium ...........................................1307 W. Mitchell Road Arlington 76013 ........................Arlington ........................ 817-272-2033 ................................12,000 University of North Texas Coliseum .............P.O. Box 310857, Denton 76203 .....................................Denton ........................... 940-565-2557 .................................9,847 Moody Coliseum................................................60204 Airline Road, Dallas 75275 ...................................Dallas .............................. 214-768-2106 ..................................8,998 Dr Pepper Ballpark ............................................7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco 75034 ...........................Frisco............................... 972-731-9200..................................7,924 Daniel-Meyer Coliseum....................................2900 S. Stadium Drive, Fort Worth 76129 ....................Fort Worth..................... 817-257-7008 ...................................7,201 Will Rogers Memorial Center..........................6401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth 76107 ..................Fort Worth..................... 817-392-7469 .................................5,652 Resistol Arena-Mequite Rodeo .......................1818 Rodeo Drive, Mesquite 75149 .................................Mesquite ........................ 972-285-8777 ..................................5,300 Dr Pepper Star Center- Frisco .........................2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco 75034.........................Frisco............................... 214-387-5600 ................................ 4,000 Texas Hall............................................................701 W. Nedderman Drive, Arlington 76013...................Arlington ........................ 817-272-3101...................................3,309 Cowtown Coliseum ...........................................121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth 76106 ........................Fort Worth..................... 817-625-1025 ................................. 3,000 Perkins Natatorium at SMU ............................6024 Bishop Blvd., Dallas 75275 ......................................Dallas .............................. 214-768-2200 .................................2,500 Lupton Stadium .................................................3700 W. Berry St., Fort Worth 76129 .............................Fort Worth..................... 817-257-3764 ..................................2,300 SOURCE: DBJ BOOK OF LIST 2008 ; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/09

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D I S T I N C T LY D F W College Sports Some of the nation’s best collegiate sports SJWBMSJFT SFWPMWF BSPVOE %'8 0OF PG the most anticipated games of every college football season takes place on what’s CFDPNF LOPXO BT i5FYBT 06 8FFLFOEu‡ PS i06 5FYBT 8FFLFOEu JG ZPV MJWF OPSUI PG the Red River. Thousands of rowdy football fans descend on Dallas wearing their most visible team paraphernalia to support the 6OJWFSTJUZ PG 5FYBT -POHIPSOT PS 0LMBIPNB 6OJWFSTJUZ 4PPOFST *O BEEJUJPO 4PVUIFSO .FUIPEJTU 6OJWFSsity’s men’s and women’s teams enhance local competitive flare with sports ranging from football and basketball to swimming BOE SPXJOH 5IF 4.6 .VTUBOHT BSF QBSU PG $POGFSFODF 64" QMBZJOH TVDI UFBNT BT 5FYBT 5FDI 6OJWFSTJUZ 6OJWFSTJUZ PG /PSUI Texas and Sam Houston State.

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UIF HZNOBTJVN XIFSF 6/5 T -BEZ &BHMF CBTLFUCBMM EPNJOBUFT UIF DPVSU 5IF 6OJWFSsity of Texas at Arlington, as well as many smaller schools and community colleges, provide even more intercollegiate sports for every sports enthusiast.

Hunting and Fishing Deer, turkey, pheasant, dove, duck and quail are a few of the varied species available for hunting in Texas. Every hunter 17 years of age and older in the state of Texas is required to attend Hunter Education Training Courses and carry their certificate with them at all times while hunting. The cost of certification is $10, a small price to pay for hunting safety.

Hunting licenses are $23 for 12 months.

Resident “Super Combo� License Package for both hunting and fishing are $59 and $25 for those 65 and older. A lifetime hunting license is $600, and a combination hunting/ fishing license is $1,000.

Fishing in Texas is an adventure in itself, GSPN UIF (VMG $PBTU XIFSF BOHMFST DBUDI redfish, sand bass, flounder, sharks and stingrays, to the high plains where waters are cool enough for rainbow trout, to the more than 4,790 square miles of inland lakes (compared with Minnesota’s lakes of 4,854

square miles) providing some of the best bass fishing in the South.

Resident fishing licenses are $28 per year and may be purchased at most bait, tackle or sporting goods shops.

All-water fishing licenses are $38 for 12 months. Those exempt are fishing enthusiasts under the age of 17 and those born prior to Sept. 1, 1930. In addition, a Special Resident Fishing (Type 203) License is available for $6 for Texas residents 65 years of age or older and born after Sept.

1, 1930. A lifetime resident fishing license is $600.

For more information and to purchase your licenses, please visit the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Web site at www. tpwd.state.tx.us or call 800-792-1112.

*OEPPS 0VUEPPS 3FDSFBUJPO Here in North Texas, family fun is abundant whether your preference is indoors or out, participant or spectator, athletic or creative, competitive or not. A wide range of facilities offer extreme sports, rock/wall climbing, laser tag, bowling, ice skating, roller skating, skateboarding, miniature golf, billiards, paint ball, arcade games, flight simulation, mini car racing, bungee jumping and more.

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One of the NHL’s elite teams, the Dallas Stars are a DFW favorite.

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D I S T I N C T LY D F W Skate centers may offer rollerblade or traditional roller skates, with an indoor rink or outdoor trails. There are skate parks with challenging jumps, rails and half pipes. Ice skating is a great way to relieve a Texas summer heat wave, and many local rinks offer public skating as well as private lessons, party rentals and hockey. Popular locations include area shopping malls, Plaza of the Americas downtown and several Dr. Pepper StarCenter locations.

For more fun options throughout the DFW area, check the ads in this publication and the Dallas Regional Chamber member listings online at www.dallaschamber.org.

THE AT&T PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Dance Ǧ stage production space for many of Dallas’s smaller performing arts organizations, designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Ǧ ǀ ǀ Park unifies the venues within a lush urban oasis and creates a dynamic cultural destination in downtown Dallas, designed by Michel Desvigne. Ǧ date more than 850 vehicles.

The Dallas Fort Worth Lexus Dealer Association is the title sponsor of the center’s Lexus Broadway Series, the official vehicle of the center and its resident companies, the official valet sponsor and the naming rights holder for the center’s two underground parking areas.

More information on the AT&T Performing Arts Center is available at www.attpac.org.

SOURCE: THE AT&T PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Dallas Black Dance Theatre is the oldest, continuously operating professional dance company in Dallas.

Ballet Folklorico Anita N. Martinez Dance Studio 214-828-0181 www.anmbf.org Dallas Black Dance Theatre 214-871-2376 www.dbdt.com Texas Ballet Theatre 214-369-5200 www.texasballettheater.org

Music Dallas Chamber Orchestra 214-321-1411 www.dallaschamberorchestra.org Dallas Opera 214-443-1043 www.dallasopera.org Dallas Symphony Orchestra 214-670-3600 www.dallassymphony.com Grapevine Opry 817-481-8733 www.gvopry.com Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra 214-528-7747 www.gdyo.org Irving Arts Center 972-252-7558 www.irvingartscenter.com Lyric Opera 214-522-5653 The Vocal Majority Chorus 214-526-8686 www.vm.org

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he AT&T Performing Arts Center, a new multi-venue Center for music, opera, theatre and dance opened in October 2009, completing the 25-year vision of the Dallas Arts District. The center provides multi-state-of-theart facilities woven together by an urban park covering more than 10 acres creating a dynamic cultural destination that is unparalleled in the world. The center features the following: Ǧ ƽ designed in a modern horseshoe configuration, seats 2,200 (with capacity up to 2,300), designed by Foster + Partners. Ǧ a gateway to the Dallas Arts District from the downtown Dallas business center and seats 600, designed by REX/OMA, Joshua Prince-Ramus (partner in charge) and Rem Koolhaas. Ǧ Square is the center’s outdoor entertainment venue, designed by Foster + Partners.

D I S T I N C T LY D F W Irving Arts Center 972-252-ARTS www.irvingartscenter.com McKinney Avenue Contemporary (The MAC) 214-953-1212 www.the-mac.org Shakespeare Festival of Dallas 214-559-2778 www.shakespearedallas.org Theatre Three 214-871-3300 www.theatre3dallas.com

Small and Suburban 5IFBUFS 0SHBOJ[BUJPOT Casa Manana 817-332-2272 www.casamanana.org Circle Theatre 817-877-3040 www.circletheatre.com Classical Acting Company 214-505-1655 www.classicalactingcompany.com Contemporary Theatre of Dallas 214-828-0094 www.contemporarytheatreofdallas.com

The Women’s Chorus of Dallas (TWCD) 214-520-7828 www.twcd.org

Cinema AFI Dallas International Film Festival 214-720-0555 www.AFIDallas.com

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Lone Star International Film Festival 817-735-1117 www.lonestarfilmsociety.com

Black Cinematheque Dallas www.geocities.com/blackcinematheque Pet Flix www.petflix.org Thin Line Film Fest www.thinlinefilmfest.com Vistas Latino Film Festival www.vistasfilmfestival.org

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USA Film Festival 214-821-6300 www.usafilmfestival.com

Dallas Children’s Theater (DCT) 214-740-0051 www.dct.org

Other highlights on DFW’s cinematic scene include:

Dallas Summer Musicals 214-691-7200 www.dallassummermusicals.org

Asian Film Festival of Dallas www.affd.org

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Dallas Theater Center 214-522-8499 www.dallastheatercenter.org

Dallas Hub Theater 214-749-7010 www.dallashubtheater.org Echo Theatre 214-904-0500 www.echotheatre.org Hip Pocket Theatre 817-246-9775 www.hippocket.org Kitchen Dog Theatre 214-953-1055 www.kitchendogtheatre.org Lyric Stage 214-252-2787 www.lyricstage.org New Arts Six 214-521-1733 New Horizons Theatre Company 972-504-6385 SPRING 2010

D I S T I N C T LY D F W QUALITY OF LIFE: DFW HAS A MULTITUDE OF CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL AMENITIES... ÇŚ ˆ‘†Ž’˜ ™œ” ’†Â?”— †—™˜ ‰Ž˜™—Žˆ™˜ǀ Â?Š †‘‘†˜ —™˜ ÂŽÂ˜Â™Â—ÂŽÂˆÂ™Ć˝ œŽ™Â? ’”—Š ™Â?†“ ČĄČ› †ˆ—Š˜ Ž˜ †“ˆÂ?”—Š‰ by the Dallas Museum of Art, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center and the Nasher Sculpture Garden, is the largest urban arts district in the country. The Fort Worth Cultural District claims several of the top museums in the state, including the Kimbell, the Amon Carter, and the Museum of Modern Art. (Arts District Friends, Fort Worth Visitors and Convention Bureau) ÇŚ “ ™Â?Š †‘‘†˜ ’Š™—” †—Š†ƽ ˆš‘™š—†‘ †—™˜ ˆ”“™—Ž‡š™Š ’”—Š ™Â?†“ Č–Č Č˘Ç€ČĄ ‡Ž‘‘Ž”“ ™” ™Â?Š ‘”ˆ†‘ ÂŠÂˆÂ”Â“Â”Â’ÂžĆ˝ which is 30.3 percent of the state total. DFW is also Texas’s most “arts intensiveâ€? metro area on a per capita basis, with $6,654 expended per person on cultural arts. (The Perryman Group) ÇŚ Šž”“‰ ™Â?Š ™œ” ˆŠ“™—†‘ ˆš‘™š—†‘ Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â™Â—ÂŽÂˆÂ™Â˜Ć˝ ”‹‹Š—˜ ’”—Š ™Â?†“ ČœČ˘Č Â’ÂšÂ˜ÂŠÂšÂ’Â˜ †“‰ ÂŒÂ†Â‘Â‘ÂŠÂ—ÂŽÂŠÂ˜Ć˝ more than 50 professional and community theaters, and dozens of local symphony and chamber orchestras, ballet groups and opera associations. (Dallas and Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureaus)

ÇŚ Ž™Â?Ž“ ČœČ›Č› ’Ž‘Š˜ ”‹ ™Â?Š—Š †—Š ’”—Š ™Â?†“ Č&#x;țț •š‡‘Žˆ •†—Â?Â˜Ć˝ ˆ”›Š—Ž“Œ “Š†—‘ž Č?Ȟƽțțț acres, and more than 60 lakes and reservoirs, covering approximately 550,000 acres. (Texas Almanac, Texas Parks & Wildlife)

Teatro Dallas 214-468-8587 www.teatrodallas.org TeCo Theatrical Productions 214-948-0716 The Undermain Theatre 214-747-5515 www.undermain.com Uptown Players 214-219-2718 www.uptownplayers.org WaterTower Theatre 972-450-6232 www.watertowertheater.org WingSpan Theatre Company 972-504-6218 www.wingspantheatre.com Community performing arts groups:

ÇŚ Â?Š—Š †—Š †••—”Â?Ž’†™Š‘ž ČœČ Č› •—Ž›†™Š †“‰ ’š“ŽˆŽ•†‘ Œ”‘‹ ˆ”š—˜Š˜ Ž“ ™Â?Š †—Š†ǀ ÇŠDallas and Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureaus and Mapsco)

Amateur Community Theatre of Rowlett 972-463-4880 www.actortx.com

ÇŚ Ž˜ Â?”’Š ™” ʏ›Š ’†Â?”— ‘Š†ŒšŠ ˜•”—™˜ ™Š†’˜ Ž“ˆ‘š‰Ž“Œ ”œ‡”ž˜ ‹””™‡†‘‘ƽ Mavericks basketball, MLB Rangers baseball, NHL Stars hockey and NSL FC Dallas soccer.

(Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau)

Campus Theatre (Denton) 940-382-1915 www.campustheatre.com

ÇŚ †Ž— †—Â?Ć˝ Â?š˜™ ˜”š™Â?Š†˜™ ”‹ ‰”œ“™”œ“ Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ć˝ Ž˜ ™Â?Š ˜Ž™Š ”‹ ™Â?Š ™†™Š †Ž— ”‹ ŠÂ?Â†Â˜Ć˝ ™Â?Š ‘†—ŒŠ˜™ annual state fair in the United States and home to a variety of museums and theaters. It is a historic landmark with the largest collection of 1930s art deco architecture collection within the United States. (Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau) ÇŚ Â?Š ˆ”’‡Ž“Š‰ Šˆ”“”’Žˆ Ž’•†ˆ™ ”“ ”—™Â? ŠÂ?†˜ ”‹ ™Â?Š ŠÂ?†˜ ™†™Š †Ž— †“‰ ŠÂ?Â†Â˜Ç ÂœÂŠÂŠÂ?Š“‰ is about $362 million, with each contributing $350 million and $12 million respectively.

(Marketing Research at the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau) ÇŚ Â?†˜ ’”—Š ˜Â?”••Ž“Œ ˆŠ“™Š—˜ †“‰ —Š˜™†š—†“™˜ •Š— ˆ†•Ž™† ™Â?†“ †“ž ”™Â?Š— “Ž™Š‰ ™†™Š˜ ˆŽ™ž and metro. (Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau) Ćż Č?țțȤ ÇŚ Ćż

¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

Pegasus Theatre 214-821-6005 www.pegasustheatre.org Repertory Company Theatre (RCT) 972-690-5029 www.rctheatre.com Richardson Theatre Centre 972-699-1130 www.richardsontheatrecentre.com

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Collin County Ballet Theatre (Plano) 972-473-7262 www.ccballet.com Coppell Community Theatre 972-745-7719 www.coppellcommunitytheatre.com Duncanville Community Theater 972-780-5707 www.dctheatre.org Ennis Public Theatre 972-878-7529

Second Thought Theatre 469-235-2946 www.secondthoughttheatre.com

Flower Mound Performing Arts Theatre 972-724-2147 www.fmpat.org

Stage West 817-784-9378 www.stagewest.org

Frisco Association for the Arts 972-668-5180 www.friscoarts.com

Stone Street Theatre 469-619-2609 www.stonestreettheatre.com

Frisco Community Theatre 972-377-3868 www.friscocommunitytheatre.com

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

D I S T I N C T LY D F W Garland Civic Theatre’s Children on Stage 972-485-8884 www.garlandcivictheatre.org

EIGHT AMAZING PLACES, ONE LOW PRICE

Grand Prairie Arts Council 972-642-2787 www.artsgp.com Greater Lewisville Community -Theatre 972-221-7469 Irving Arts Center 972-252-2787 www.irvingartscenter.com

Amon Carter Museum

Irving Community Theater 972-594-6104

Attractions included in the Fair Park Passport:

Kaufman County Civic Theatre 972-563-8991 www.kcct.org

ÇŚ †‘‘†˜ –š†—Žš’ †™ †Ž— †—Â? ÇŚ †‘‘†˜ š’’Š— š˜Žˆ†‘˜

Plano Repertory Theatre 972-424-7285 www.planorep.org

ÇŚ †‘‘ ”‹ ™†™Š ÇŚ š˜Šš’ ”‹ †™š—Š ĘŽ ˆŽŠ“ˆŠ ÇŚ š˜Šš’ ”‹ ™Â?Š ’Š—Žˆ†“ †Ž‘—”†‰

Rockwall Community Playhouse 972-722-3399 www.rockwallcommunityplayhouse.org Stars Theatre Co. (Southlake) 817-421-2883 Theatre Arlington 817-275-7661 www.theatrearlington.org

Museums/Exhibits Amon Carter Museum 3501Camp Bowie Blvd.

817-738-1933 www.cartermuseum.org

PHOTO: AMON CARTER, TIM HURSLEY AT&TPAC, DALLAS AQUARIUM

The American Museum of Miniature Arts (SBOE "WF 214-969-5520 www.minimuseum.org Bath House Cultural Center 521 E. Lawther Drive 214-670-8749 www.bathhousecultural.com Cavanaugh Flight Museum 4572 Claire Chennault Addison 972-380-8800 www.cavanaughflightmuseum.com Dallas County Historic Plaza Elm, Main and Market streets

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

The Fair Park Passport lets you visit eight interactive, awe-inspiring, thought-provoking museums for $13.99 per child (ages 3-12) and $23.99 per adult (age 13 and older). It’s a 40 percent savings compared to regular admission. Ages 3 and under get in free.

All eight museums are located within walking distance of each other at historic Fair Park in Dallas. The Fair Park Passport allows onetime admittance to each museum and is valid for 90 days from the date of purchase. With Fair Park Passports, you and your family can visit several museums in one day or one museum at a time during the next three months.

Dallas Aquarium

ÇŚ ™†™Š †Ž— ”‹ ŠÂ?†˜ ÇŚ ŠÂ?†˜ Ž˜ˆ”›Š—ž †—‰Š“˜

Dallas FireďŹ ghters Museum 3801 Parry Ave. 214-821-1500 www.dallasfiremuseum.com Dallas Heritage Village 1515 S. Harwood 214-421-5141 www.dallasheritagevillage.org

Dallas Holocaust Memorial Center 7211 N. Record St., Suite 1000 214-741-7500 www.dallasholocaustmemorialcenter.org Dallas Museum of Art 1717 N. Harwood 214-922-1200 www.dm-art.org Dallas Museum of Nature & Science Fair Park 214-428-5555 www.natureandscience.org Fair Park 214-565-9026 www.aamdallas.org

ÇŚ Â?Š ”’Š“Ç?˜ š˜Šš’ For more information, call 214-428-5555.

SOURCE: WWW.FAIRPARK.ORG

Freedman’s Cemetery Memorial Lemmon Ave. and Central Expressway 214-670-3284 Frontiers of Flight Museum 6911 Lemmon Ave. at 6OJWFSTJUZ #MWE 214-350-3600 www.flightmuseum.com Hall of State Fair Park 214-421-4500 www.hallofstate.com Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Nature Place McKinney 972-562-5566 www.heardmuseum.org International Museum of Cultures 7500 W. Camp Wisdom Road 972-708-7406 www.internationalmuseumofcultures.org SPRING 2010

D I S T I N C T LY D F W HOTEL DIRECTORY HOTEL

ADDRESS

PHONE

Adolphus Hotel ........................................................1321 Commerce ..............................................214-651-3501 Aloft Dallas Downtown..........................................1033 Yount St. ...............................................214-761-0000 Comfort Suites/Dallas @ Cockrell Hill ................4275 DFW Turnpike I-30 .............................214-267-0100 Crowne Plaza Dallas Downtown ..........................1015 Elm St. ....................................................214-742-5678 Crowne Plaza Near the Galleria - N. Dallas .......14315 Midway Rd. ........................................ 972-980-8877 Econo Lodge .............................................................1625 Regal Row .............................................214-630-6701 The Fairmont Dallas ................................................1717 N. Akard .................................................214-720-2020 Hilton Dallas Lincoln Centre .................................5410 LBJ Freeway .........................................972-934-8400 The Hotel Indigo Dallas Downtown ....................1933 Main St. ................................................. 214-741-7700 Hotel Inter-Continental Dallas .............................15201 Dallas Parkway ..................................972-386-6000 The Hotel Lawrence ................................................302 S. Houston St. ........................................214-761-9090 Hotel ZaZa ................................................................2332 Leonard St. .......................................... 214-468-8399 Homewood Suite by Hilton Dallas Market Center .........................................2747 N. Stemmons Frwy .............................214-819-9700 Hyatt Regency Dallas .............................................300 Reunion Blvd. ..........................................214-651-1234 Hyatt Regency DFW ..............................................International Parkway ...................................972-615-6715 The Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel ..................1530 Main St. .................................................214-748-1300 Marriott Hotels, Resorts & Suites ........................7200 Bishop Road, Suite 200......................972-244-5521 Mesquite Convention Center &

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth 3200 Darnell St. Fort Worth 817-738-9215 www.themodern.org The Museum of Geometric and MADI Art 3109 Carlisle St. 214-855-7802 www.madimuseumdallas.org Museum of the American Railroad Fair Park 214-428-0101 www.dallasrailwaymuseum.com Nasher Sculpture Center 2001 Flora St. 214-242-5100 www.nashersculpturecenter.org National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame (FOEZ Fort Worth 817-336-4475 www.cowgirl.net

Hampton Inn & Suites ........................................1700 Rodeo Drive ..........................................972-329-3100 Omni Dallas Hotel at Park West ..........................1590 LBJ Freeway .........................................972-869-4300 Omni Hotel Corporate Offices .............................420 Decker Drive, Suite 200 ...................... 972-730-6664 Omni Hotel Fort Worth .........................................1300 Houston St. ..........................................817-535-6664

National Museum of Communications 115 W. Pearl St. (SBOCVSZ 817-573-7777

Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas..................221-E. Las Colinas Blvd. ............................... 972-556-0800 Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, The ........................................2121 McKinney Ave. ..................................... 214-922-0200 Rosewood Crescent Hotel .....................................400 Crescent Court ...................................... 214-871-3200 Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek....................2821 Turtle Creek Blvd. ................................ 214-559-2100 Sheraton Dallas........................................................400 N. Olive St. ............................................ 214-922-8000 Staybridge Suites Dallas/Addison ........................16060 Dallas Parkway ..................................972-726-9990 W Dallas - Victory Hotel .......................................2440 Victory Park Lane................................214-397-4100 Warwick Melrose Hotel, Dallas ............................3015 Oak Lawn Ave. ...................................... 214-521-5151 Westin City Center Dallas .....................................650 N. Pearl St.............................................. 214-979-9000 Westin Galleria Dallas ............................................13340 Dallas Parkway .................................972-934-9494 The Westin Park Center Dallas .............................12720 Merit Drive......................................... 972-385-3000

National Scouting Museum 1329 W. Walnut Hill Lane Irving 972-580-2100 www.bsamuseum.org The Old Bedford School 817-952-2290 www.oldbedfordschool.com Preservation Dallas 214-821-3290 www.preservationdallas.org

Winstar World Casino Hotel .................................1 World Way...................................................580-276-1302 Wyndham Love Field ..............................................3300 W. Mockingbird Ln. ............................214-357-8500 SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 1/10

Irving Arts Center 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Irving 972-252-ARTS www.irvingartscenter.com John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial Commerce, Main and Market streets 214-747-6660 www.jfk.org

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The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza 411 Elm St. 214-747-6660 www.jfk.org

Kimbell Art Museum 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Fort Worth 817-332-8451 www.kimbellart.org

Thanks-Giving Square 1627 Pacific Ave. (at Bryan, Ervay and Pacific) 214-969-1977 www.thanksgiving.org

The Meadows Museum BU 4PVUIFSO .FUIPEJTU 6OJWFSTJUZ Hillcrest and Binkley 214-768-2516 www.meadowsmuseumdallas.org

The Trammell & Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art 2010 Flora St. 214-979-6430 www.crowcollection.org DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

D I S T I N C T LY D F W Victory Media NetworkŽ 0MJWF 4U 214-303-5539 www.victorymedianetwork.com The Women’s Museum: An Institute for the Future 3800 Parry Ave. 214-915-0860 www.thewomensmuseum.org

Children’s Activities The Dallas Public Library 214-670-1671 www.dallaslibrary.org Dallas Puppet Theater 214-515-0004 www.puppetry.org Fall Video Camp Dallas Community Television (DCTV) 214-631-5571 Lancaster Veteran’s Memorial Library 972-227-1080 www.lancastertxlib.org L.E.R. Schimelpfenig 972-769-4200 Richardson Public Library 972-744-4350 www.cor.net/library/ Rowlett Public Library 972-412-6161 www.rowlett.lib.tx.us

Attractions Dallas Market Center 2100 Stemmons Freeway 214-655-6100 www.dallasmarketcenter.com Dallas Farmers’ Market 1010 S. Pearl St. 214-939-2808 www.dallasfarmersmarket.org Lone Star Park 1000 Lone Star Parkway 972-263-RACE www.lonestarpark.com.

Lookout at Reunion Tower 300 Reunion Blvd.

214-651-1234

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SPRING 2010

D I S T I N C T LY D F W

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER AT THE OLD RED COURTHOUSE A state-of-the-art, high-tech Visitor Information Center is located in the downtown historic district, 100 S. Houston St. Open daily: ............... Monday through Friday ................................................... 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weekends/Holidays .............. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

24-Hour Events Hotline ........... 214-571-1301

CULTURAL CENTERS AND ACTIVITIES Below are names of important cultural attractions that have special events throughout the year.

‹—Žˆ†“ ’Š—Žˆ†“ š˜Šš’ at Fair Park ............................. 214-565-9026 www.aamdallas.org

Dallas Arts District ................. 214-953-1977 www.artsdistrict.org †‘‘†˜ Â?Ž‘‰—Š“Ç?˜ Â?Š†™Š— .....214-740-0051 www.dct.org Dallas Historical Society ...... 214-421-4500 www.dallashistory.org †‘‘†˜ š˜Šš’ ”‹ —™ ............214-992-1200 www.dallasmuseumofart.org Dallas Opera............................ 214-443-1000 www.dallasopera.org Dallas Summer Musicals .......214-691-7200 www.dallassummermusicals.org Dallas Symphony Orchestra ............................... 214-692-0203 www.dallassymphony.com Dallas Theater Center........... 214-522-8499 www.dallastheatercenter.org š˜Šš’ ”‹ †™š—Š ĘŽ Science .................................... 214-428-5555 www.natureandscience.org Music Hall at Fair Park ............214-565-1116 www.liveatthemusichall.com Nasher Sculpture Center ..... 214-692-0203 www.nashersculpturecenter.org

Mesquite Arena 1818 Rodeo Dr. I-635 at Military Parkway 972-285-8777 www.mesquiterodeo.com Mustangs of Las Colinas / 0 $POOPS #MWE 4VJUF Williams Square Plaza Las Colinas 972-869-9047 www.mustangsoflascolinas.com NRH2O Family Water Park 9001 Blvd. 26 North Richland Hills 877-427-6500 www.nrh2o.com Palace of Wax and Ripley’s Believe It or Not 601 Palace Parkway (SBOE 1SBJSJF 972-263-2391 www.palaceofwax.com Sandy Lake Amusement Park Carrollton at I-35 and Sandy Lake Road 972-242-7449 www.sandylake.com

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 1800 E. Lamar Blvd.

Arlington 817-640-8900 www.sixflags.com/parks/ hurricaneharbordallas Six Flags Over Texas Arlington I-30 at Highway 360 817-640-8900 www.sixflags.com/texas Southfork Ranch 3700 Hogge Road 972-442-7800 www.southfork.com Swiss Avenue Historic District Swiss Avenue Between La Vista Dr. and Fitzhugh Ave. www.sahd.org The Texas Motor Speedway I-35W at SH 114 817-640-8900 www.texasmotorspeedway.com Traders Village 2602 Mayfield Road (SBOE 1SBJSJF www.tradersvillage.com

SMU—Meadows ˆ�””‘ ”‹ —™˜ ........................214-768-2787 www.smu.edu/meadows

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DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

PHOTOS: MEADOWS MUSEUM OF ART; DRC

‘†ˆ� ˆ†‰Š’ž ”‹ Arts and Letters .................... 214-743-2440 www.tbaal.org

Congratulations Momentum Award Winners!

2009 Honorees

Employee Growth

Community Catalyst

Huawei Technologies (USA) Lockheed Martin Omni Hotels

AT&T Performing Arts Center

Corporate Location

BioCenter at Southwestern Medical District

Technology Catalyst

AT&T United Supermarkets, LLC

Workforce Catalyst Community Investor

Frisco ISD

Methodist Health System

Sponsored by:

For more information, please contact Kimberly Sims at ksims@dallaschamber.org $&( &! (& ( ) ( + !! ' + $#

EMPLOYMENT

IN THIS SECTION

Fort Worth, Irving and Dallas are home to many corporate headquarters.

Major Employers Employment Resources

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Temporary Employment

“WHATEVER THE REASON FOR YOUR MOVE, THE GREATER DALLAS/ FORT WORTH AREA OFFERS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN NUMEROUS TRADES AND PROFESSIONS.”

MANY P EOP LE MOV E to the DFW area because of a transfer within their company or because they secured a job with a new employer.

However, a number of people relocate to the region when accompanying spouses or attending area universities.

Other individuals move to be close to family or friends, and some look to Dallas’s dynamic business community for better career opportunities. Whatever the reason for your move, the greater Dallas area offers employment opportunities in numerous trades and professions.

Major Employers One way to identify opportunities in specific fields is to check job listings in the personnel departments of the region’s largest employers.

Lists of these employers are available from a variety of sources.

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DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

EMPLOYMENT The Dallas Regional Chamber’s Economic Development Guide lists the top 200 employers in the region, targeted industries and international operations. This publication can be obtained by calling 214-746-6630 or visiting www.dallaschamber.org.

Also, the Dallas Regional Chamber publishes useful business guides including directories that list businesses according to industry and product categories. For more information, go to www.dallaschamber.org.

Employment Resources

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Dallas newspapers are a great source of job openings. The Dallas Morning News, www.dallasnews.com or 214-977-8222, has a large daily section of classified employment advertising.

The weekly Dallas Business Journal, 214-696-5959, and several suburban newspapers also have job listings. Prior to your arrival to the area, you can check with your local library to see if they have copies of these publications, or you can contact the newspaper directly. (For more information, see “Media” in the “Information” section.)

Once you locate to the DFW area, meet your neighbors and attend meetings of professional or volunteer groups where poten-

tial job leads may surface.

The Texas Workforce Commission provides free employment services to anyone looking for work. The Dallas area’s 10 offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 214-2901000, or go to www.worksource.org.

AGENCIES There are many regional and national employment services located in the Dallas area. Most companies are contingency placement firms, meaning that they are paid either by the job applicant or the employer after a job is filled.

It is important that you understand the terms of the arrangement and know who will pay the fees before you sign a contract with an agency.

Most agencies require a clause stating that if you leave the new job without good reason or are fired within 90 days, you will pay the fee.

Reputable agencies will offer jobs suitable to your qualifications and requirements and will clear all job possibilities with you before sending any information to a potential employer. Most employment agencies will negotiate a salary for you. Since their fees are based on a percentage of what you will earn, it is in their best interest for you to receive the highest possible wage.

A good rule of thumb is to avoid services that require money from you up front with a guarantee of placement.

HEADHUNTERS Dallas is home to several executive search firms, often referred to as “headhunters,” that operate on retainer or on a contingency basis for large corporations. These firms search the marketplace for qualified people to fill job openings for their clients.

However, most executive search firms will look at unsolicited resumes as well. It is a good idea to send your resume along with a cover letter to an executive search firm that specializes in your field.

JOB/CAREER COUNSELING Job and career counseling is available in several forms in the greater Dallas area.

Area colleges and universities provide continuing education programs for people looking for a place in the job market. Professional firms also are available.

Most job counseling programs will provide vocational and aptitude assessments designed not only to identify your strengths and weaknesses, but also what you would enjoy doing. Locate a counselor who has

Record employment expansion in the 1990s drove many young, diverse residents into the Metroplex. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

SPRING 2010

EMPLOYMENT DALLAS-FORT WORTH EMPLOYMENT — MAJOR INDUSTRY SECTOR NATURAL RESOURCES AND MINING 1%

INTERNET SITES FOR JOBSEEKERS

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 3% OTHER SERVICES 3%

TRADE, TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITIES 22%

CO N ST R 5% UCT IO N

INFORMATION 3%

L CIA FINA S 8% ITIE IV T AC

MAN UFA CTU RIN G 9%

EDUCATION AND HEALTH SERVICES 20%

PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS SERVICES 15%

LEISURE AND HOSPITALITY 10%

Natural Resources and Mining

1%

Public Admin.

3%

Other Srvs.

3%

Information

3%

Construction

5%

Financial Activities

8%

Manufacturing

9%

Leisure and Hospitality

10%

Profesional & Bus Srvs.

15%

Education and Health Srvs.

20%

Trade, Trnsp, and Utilities

22%

www.careerjournal.com www.career.com www.careerbuilder.com www.careerexposure.com www.careermag.com www.careershop.com www.computerjobs.com www.computerwork.com www.dallasnews.com www.dfwjobs.com www.employmentguide.com www.healthcarejobstore.com www.helpwanted.com www.ineedajob.com www.itcareers.com www.jobbankusa.com www.jobweb.com www.marketingjobs.com www.monster.com www.nationjob.com www.tvjobs.com PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 8/09

SOURCE: TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION, 2008

TOP 20 DFW EMPLOYERS COMPANY

ADDRESS

CITY

ZIP

PHONE

WEB SITE

DFW EMP

Wal-Mart

P.O. Box 631995

Irving

75063

972-506-9524 www.walmart.com

34,871

AMR Corp./American Airlines

4333 Amon Carter Blvd.

Fort Worth 76155

817-963-1234 www.amrcorp.com

25,076

Dallas ISD

3700 Ross Ave.

Dallas

75204

972-925-3700 www.dallasisd.org

20,000

AT&T Inc.

208 S. Akard., Ste. 3707

Dallas

75202

214-464-4949 www.att.com

16,600

Baylor Health Care System

2001 Bryan St, Ste 750

Dallas

75201

214-820-0111

www.baylorhealth.com

14,730

www.dallascityhall.com

City of Dallas

1500 Marilla St.

Dallas

75201

214-670-3120

Verizon Communications

600 Hidden Ridge; HQEO4GO3 Irving

75038

972-718-8004 www.verizon.com

14,572

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

1 Lockheed Blvd.

Fort Worth 76108

817-777-2000

Texas Health Resources

611 Ryan Plaza Dr.

Arlington

817-462-7900 www.texashealth.org

13,494

14,000

www.lockheedmartin.com /aeronautics 14,000

76011

U.S. Postal Service

951 W. Bethel Rd.

Coppell

75099

972-393-6787 www.usps.gov

12,200

HCA North Texas

6565 N. MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 350

Irving

75039

972-401-8965 www.hcanorthtexas.com

12,130

UT Southwestern Medical Center 5323 Harry Hines Blvd.

Dallas

75390

214-648-3404 www.utsouthwestern.edu 11,307

Texas Instruments, Inc.

12500 TI Blvd.

Dallas

75266

972-995-2011

Citigroup, Inc.

290 E. Carpenter Frwy.

Irving

75062

972-652-4000 www.citigroup.com

www.ti.com

10,600

11,300

Fort Worth ISD

100 N. University Dr.

Fort Worth 76107

817-871-2455

10,033

www.fortworthisd.org

JP Morgan Chase

2200 Ross Avenue, 8th Floor

Dallas

75201

214-955-2300 www.chase.com

The University of North Texas

P.O. Box 311277

Denton

76203

940-565-2000 www.unt.edu

10,000 9,247

Target Corporation

6509 Windcrest Dr., Ste. 600

Plano

75024

972-473-3386 www.targetcorp.com

9,000 8,728

Parkland Health and Hospital System Energy Future Holdings

5201 Harry Hines Blvd.

Dallas

75235

214-590-8000 www.parklandhospital.com

1601 Bryan St

Dallas

75201

214-812-4600 www.energy futureholdings.com

8,500

SOURCE: DALLAS MORNING NEWS 2009 TOP 200, DALLAS BUSINESS JOURNAL: 2009 BOOK OF LISTS, FORT WORTH BUSINESS PRESS: BOOK OF LISTS, AND GREATER DALLAS CHAMBER 2009 CONSOLIDATED BUSINESS SURVEY. *RANKED BY DFW EMPLOYMENT

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EMPLOYMENT experience, a thorough knowledge of the local job market and a good rapport with you.

Temporary Employment Not everyone has the time and savings to move to Dallas and mount a full-time job search. If you need to generate some income during your search, temporary employment can be a good option.

Dallas has numerous “temp” agencies that supply local businesses with skilled, temporary workers. Often these workers fill general clerical positions, but some specialize in fields such as health care, computers/ word processing, and even professional and paraprofessional positions in fields, such as accounting and law. Most temporary jobs are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and are paid by the hour according to skill level.

Temporary jobs sometimes lead to fulltime positions, although that is not the purpose or the goal of temporary agencies.

However, for the employee, these jobs provide the opportunity to keep skills sharpened, network in an office environment, and get a feel for the local business climate.

DFW 2009 LABOR FORCE Average Annual Civilian Labor Force ....................... 3,200,739 Total Employed ............................... 2,955,251 Total Unemployed ............................ 245,489 Unemployment Rate .............................. 7.7% SOURCE: BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS, DEC 2009

DFW WORK FORCE BOARDS Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas P.O. Box 5888 Arlington, TX 76005 .......... 888-548-WORK (9675) www.dfwjobs.com Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County 1320 S. University, Suite 600 Fort Worth, TX 76107 .............817-531-4400 www.workforcesolutions.net WorkSource for Dallas County 1201 Main St., Suite 2700 Dallas, TX 75202 .................... 214-290-1000 www.worksource.org PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 1/10

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

KEY OCCUPATIONS IN DFW TARGET INDUSTRIES OCCUPATION

TOTAL WORKERS

% OF WORKFORCE

All Occupations Protective Service Office & Administrative Support Sales & Related Occupations Food Preparation & Serving-Related Transportation & Material Moving Production Education, Training, & Library Business & Financial Operations Management Construction & Extraction Healthcare Practitioners & Technical Installation, Maintenance, & Repair Computer & Mathematical Building & Grounds Cleaning & Maintenance Architecture & Engineering Personal Care & Service Healthcare Support Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, & Media Legal Life, Physical, & Social Science Community & Social Services Farming, Fishing & Forestry

2,981,590 590,695 564,710 330,820 242,380 221,130 203,840 165,490 152,810 149,010 139,180 132,530 123,520 112,460 83,670 66,060 61,760 60,950 38,050 22,750 21,500 21,100 1,330

100% 19.81% 18.93% 11.10% 8.10% 7.41% 6.83% 5.55% 5.12% 4.99% 4.66% 4.44% 4.14% 3.77% 2.80% 2.21% 2.06% 2.04% 1.27% 0.76% 0.75% 0.70% 0.04%

SOURCE: U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS, OCCUPATIONAL WAGES, 2008 PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ 8/09

AVERAGE WAGES BY MAJOR OCCUPATION GROUPS OCCUPATION

HOURLY WAGE

Computer and Information System Managers ......................................................................... $55.89 Financial Managers .......................................................................................................................... $52.25 Loan Officers .................................................................................................................................... $31.67 Computer Programmers ................................................................................................................ $37.02 Computer Software Engineers, Applications............................................................................. $44.04 Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software ................................................................... $44.97 Computer Support Specialists ..................................................................................................... $20.96 Computer Systems Analysts ......................................................................................................... $37.66 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians ...................................................................... $27.73 Pharmacists ...................................................................................................................................... $55.77 Pharmacy Technicians...................................................................................................................... $14.15 Securities, Commodities, & Financial Services Sales Agents ................................................. $26.48 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Office and Administrative Support Workers .............. $22.81 Bill and Account Collectors ........................................................................................................... $15.48 Customer Service Representatives................................................................................................ $14.71 Loan Interviewers and Clerks ........................................................................................................ $17.80 Executive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants ............................................................... $19.29 Office Clerks, General..................................................................................................................... $11.68 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Production & Operating Workers................................. $24.07 Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers ...................................................................... $13.43 Team Assemblers ............................................................................................................................. $10.26 Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers .............................................................. $14.25 Semiconductor Processors ............................................................................................................ $15.27 SOURCE: U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS, OCCUPATIONAL WAGES, 2008; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 8/09

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ÇŚ Â?Š ™”• Č?țț •š‡‘Žˆ †“‰ •—Ž›†™Š Š’•‘”žŠ—˜ in the DFW region comprise less than half of one percent of all ďŹ rms (117,268) in the region, while accounting for 27 percent of the regions employment or some 780,00 jobs. (Texas Workforce Commission-Quarterly Employment & Wages and Dallas Regional Chamber Consolidated Business Survey) ÇŚ Business Facilities magazine ranked The State of Texas as the “Business Facilities State of the Yearâ€?. (Business Facilities magazine, December 2007) ÇŚ Ž˜ Â?”’Š ™” Č?Č Â”Â—Â™ÂšÂ“ÂŠ Č Č›Č› Š†‰quarters in 2009. (Fortune magazine, 2009) ÇŚ ÂŽÂ? ”‹ ™Â?Š žŠ†— Č?țțȤ ‘”‡†‘ Č Č›Č› ˆ”’•†nies are headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. ÇŚ Â?ŠŠ †—Š ’”—Š ™Â?†“ ČœČ&#x;Č Ć˝Č›Č›Č› ‡š˜Ž“Š˜˜ establishments in the DFW area and more than 1,500 regional and corporate headquarters operations. (Texas Workforce Commission) ÇŚ Â?Š †‘‘†˜ ’Š™—” †—Š† œ†˜ ˜Š‘Šˆ™Š‰ †˜ one of the best cities for entrepreneurs in America. (Inc. magazine, 2008). ÇŚ ŠÂ?†˜ Ž˜ † —ŽŒÂ?™ ™” œ”—Â? ˜™†™Š œŽ™Â? †••—”Â?imately 4.5 percent of all workers covered by union or similar employee contracts in 2008. DFW has 5.0 percent of all area workers unionized. (Union Membership and Coverage Database from Current Population Survey by Barry T. Hirsch and David A. MacPherson, 2008) ÇŚ ŠÂ?†˜ Â?†˜ “” •Š—˜”“†‘ ”— ˆ”—•”—†™Š income tax and no state property or unitary state tax. (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts) ÇŚ “ Č?Č›Č›Č Ć˝ ™Â?Š ŠÂ?†˜ ŠŒŽ˜‘†™š—Š Š“†ˆ™Š‰ the Emerging Technology Fund (ETF) to improve Texas research at Texas universities, help startup technology ďŹ rms, and facilitate commercialization. Emerging technology projects are eligible for funding if they will result in the creation of high-quality new jobs in Texas or have the potential to result in a medical or scientific breakthrough. (North Texas Regional Center for Innovation and Commercialization–NTXRCIC) ÇŚ Â?Š Č–Č?Č¤Č Â’ÂŽÂ‘Â‘ÂŽÂ”Â“Ć˝ ŠÂ?†˜ “™Š—•—Ž˜Š š“‰ can be used for infrastructure development, community development, job training programs and business incentives. To be eligible for Texas Enterprise Fund, projects must demonstrate signiďŹ cant returns on the State’s investment, have strong local support and unanimous support from the governor, lieutenant governor and speaker. The fund has created 51,000 new jobs and $13.6 billion in capital investment. (Office of the Governor–Economic Development and Tourism)

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Employment Services .............................. 972-226-1234 High ProďŹ le StafďŹ ng Services Inc. .......................................... Employment Services ...............................972-991-7900 Hrsmart ....................................................................................... Human Resource Servicing......................214-432-3456 InStaffPersonnel ........................................................................ StafďŹ ng Services ........................................972-535-4950 Imprimis Group .......................................................................... Employment Services .............................. 972-419-1700 KFORCE Professional StafďŹ ng ................................................. StafďŹ ng Services .........................................972-383-6111 Korn/Ferry International .......................................................... StafďŹ ng Services ........................................214-954-1834 Legal Network ............................................................................ Employment Services ...............................214-777-6400 Manpower Corporation - Shalanda Preston......................... StafďŹ ng Services ........................................ 972-974-1440 Market One Group .................................................................... StafďŹ ng Services ........................................214-826-9180 Marketing Resources Solutions Inc. ....................................... StafďŹ ng Services ........................................214-960-3193 MDI Group .................................................................................. StafďŹ ng Services .........................................214-231-7495 N-Syte Coeus Group ................................................................. 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Employment Services ............................... 972-239-7575 Spencer Stuart............................................................................ Executive Search........................................ 972-788-2676 Staff One, Inc. ............................................................................ Human Resource Servicing.....................646-620-2054 Texas Christian UniversityNeeley Graduate Career Service Center .......................... StafďŹ ng Services ......................................... 817-257-7119 Tonkon Millinery Co. dba Management Recruiters-Park Cities ................................. Employment Services .............................. 214-378-5476 Volt Services Group................................................................... StafďŹ ng Services ........................................214-520-3332 Willis HR Development Group, Inc. ....................................... 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DFW HAS A FAVORABLE BUSINESS CLIMATE WITH A PRO-BUSINESS ATTITUDE...

SOURCE: 2009 DFW FACTS; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER; RESEARCH, 11/09

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EMPLOYMENT DFW INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LEADERSHIP DFW is known globally as a center for high technology, international business and transportation, and health and medicine....

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ÇŚ Â?Š “‹”—’†™Ž”“ ŒŠ œ†˜ ‡”—“ Ž“ with Nobel Laureate Jack Kilby’s invention of the monolithic integrated circuitthe ďŹ rst microchip at Texas Instruments in 1958. (Texas Instruments) ÇŚ Ç?˜ Š†—‘ž ‘Š†‰Š—˜Â?Ž• Ž“ ™Â?Š ˜Š’Žˆ”“ductor industry paved the way for the area to become a world presence in the telecommunications, especially with Texas Instruments’ introduction of the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) in 1982.

(Texas Instruments) ÇŚ ”™†‘ œ”—‘‰ ™—†‰Š œŽ™Â? —Š†ˆÂ?Š‰ Č–Č Č˘ billion in 2008, a 30 percent increase since 2004. (U.S.A. Trade Online) ÇŚ Â?Ž“† œ†˜ ™Â?Š —ŠŒŽ”“Ç?˜ ™”•ǂ™—†‰Ž“Œ partner in 2008, with total trade reaching just under $17 billion. (U.S.A. Trade Online) ÇŚ Ç?˜ ‰Ž—Šˆ™ ™—†‰Š œŽ™Â? ”—™Â? ’Š—Žˆ† Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) countries was $1.3 billion in 2008. (U.S.A. Trade Online) ÇŚ “ Č?țțȣƽ Â?Šž ˆ”’•”“Š“™˜ ”‹ Ž“™Š—national trade included exports of specialized instruments (optical, medical and surgical) and imports of vehicles (excluding railway and tramway). The top traded DFW commodity of both imports and exports included electrical and heavy machinery along with boilers, and fuel elements. (U.S.A. Trade Online) ÇŚ Â?†˜ “Š†—‘ž Č?țț Ž“™Š—“†™Ž”“†‘ ”—Œ†nizations that offer business, cultural and educational programming. There are also 14 sister cities in the region.

(DFW International, Dallas Protocol, Fort Worth Sister Cities) ÇŚ Â?Š —Œ†“ŽÂ&#x;†™Ž”“ ‹”— “™Š—“†™Ž”“†‘ Investment ranks Texas third in the nation for the number of employees (368,200), supported by U.S. subsidiaries, which is more than 4 percent of Texas’s private-sector workforce.

(2008) ÇŚ †™Š˜™ ‰†™† ˜Â?”œ˜ ČœČ&#x; ‰Ž˜™Ž“ˆ™ ™ŠˆÂ?nology industries in the DFW region.

Employment in these industries tops 226,000, 8 percent of the region’s total job count or 39 percent of the total high tech employment in texas. (Texas Workforce Commission, Quarterly Covered Employment and Wage Data) ÇŚ CIO magazine ranked Dallas as the ďŹ fth best city for technology work. (2008)

SOURCE: 2009 DFW FACTS; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 11/09

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FORTUNE’S BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR LIST INCLUDES GREATER DALLAS FIRMS Nine Dallas area employers ranked high on the Fortune’s coveted “Best Companies to Work For� survey. In the February 2010 issue for fortune, Container Store, Shared Technologies, TDIndustries, Balfour Beatty Construction, Camden Property Trust, EOG Resources, Ernst & Young, FedEx, and Edward Jones all merited in the top 100.

To rate a mention in the “100 Best Companies to Work Forâ€? list, these ďŹ rms had to appeal to their own employees as well as

COMPANY/HEADQUARTERS

business analysts. Fortune surveys at least 400 randomly selected employees from each company to ask about such things as attitude toward management, job satisfaction and camaraderie. The Fortune editors evaluate the policies and culture of each company. About 1,500 companies were recruited to participate, but only 407 ďŹ nished the exhaustive survey process. So these Dallas employers cleared some major hurdles to make the ultra-selective cut.

RANKING/EMPLOYEES

Edward Jones‌‌‌................................................................................................................No. 2 Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington........................................................................................................37,079 The investment adviser weathered the recession without closing one of its 12,615 ofďŹ ces or laying off a single employee (the British division was sold in October). Salaries were frozen, but proďŹ t sharing continued.

Camden Property Trust........................................................................................................No. 10 Dallas....................................................................................................................................................1,743 Apartment home developer has a lively culture: “Having fun is so essential; we made it one of our values.� This year 27 laid-off employees received two weeks’ pay per year of service (minimum 12 weeks).

Shared Technologies............................................................................................................No. 33 Coppell.................................................................................................................................................1,243 This installer of telephone and data systems cut pay 5 percent for employees making more than $40,000 and 10 percent for management, limiting layoffs to 200 over two years.

Container Store ....................................................................................................................No. 36 Coppell................................................................................................................................................3,233 Women play key roles at this storage and organizer retailer: Females constitute 63 of 111 store managers, 12 of 14 vice presidents, and 30 of the 52 directors.

TDIndustries ..........................................................................................................................No. 39 Dallas ..................................................................................................................................................1,588 Employee-owned construction ďŹ rm does jobs like the guts of the new Dallas Cowboys football stadium (60 miles of piping and 2.5 million pounds of sheet metal for the air conditioning and plumbing).

Ernst & Young.......................................................................................................................No. 44 Dallas.................................................................................................................................................24,815 One-quarter of all manager hires and above are “boomerangs,â€? ex-employees who get credit for their previous time in computing vacation and retirement. One new beneďŹ t: zero costs for hospital stays.

EOG Resources .....................................................................................................................No. 67 Fort Worth..........................................................................................................................................1,725 Oil and gas producer has a stellar retirement plan, with 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 6% of pay. Some 80% of employees work exible schedules. No wonder turnover is only 4.8% a year.

Balfour Beatty Construction ..............................................................................................No. 76 Dallas....................................................................................................................................................1,514 Commercial builder with a safety record 70 percent better than construction industry average has set a 2012 goal to have zero injuries on the job.

FedEx.......................................................................................................................................No. 91 Dallas...............................................................................................................................................218,770 CEO Fred Smith announced sweeping cost reductions in December. 401(k) matches were frozen, exec pay was cut 10% and his own pay was docked 20%. But he didn’t cut hourly wages or announce layoffs.

SOURCE: FORTUNE MAGAZINE, 3/10

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Dreaming of a new home? Dallas and Fort Worth offer unique options perfect for any family size.

Remodeling Your Home Interior Design Firms Renting: The Right Choice For You?

)BOHJOH :PVS )BU JO %'8 T H E D A L L A S A N D F O R T W O R T H areas boast convenience and charm in lifestyle and housing opportunities. Whether you are a temporary business traveler or a family of five, the region offers diverse housing options for individuals and families of all sizes.

If you lean towards urban chic, relocate to a trendy urban loft complete with skyline views and downtown ambience. Or, for a more relaxed small-town feel, neighboring communities provide homegrown pride mixed with big city conveniences and friendly neighbors.

APARTMENTS

ON WHAT AREA YOU WISH TO CALL HOME AND ALSO WHAT TYPE OF HOME BEST FITS YOUR LIFESTYLE.”

Apartment dwelling in the DFW area depends on your preferences.

Communities range from traditional apartment homes with a variety of amenities to large-scale communities. All types and sizes are found throughout the region.

In recent years, apartment communities, which include restaurants, shopping, movie theatres and underground secure parking, have been sprouting up amidst the urban metropolitan areas. Newer apartment communities offer amenities including spas, workout facilities, luxurious pools and scheduled community activities ranging from movies on the lawn to Monday Night Football parties. Smaller complexes offer quiet charm, allowing residents to know their neighbors in an intimate atmosphere.

CONDOMINIUMS AND LOFTS The newest trend in DFW housing takes place above shops, restaurants and movie theaters in numerous condominium and loft communities scattered throughout the area. On McKinney Avenue, an eclectic

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A World of Options to call home.

A Custom Home on a Hilltop Enchanted Hill, an exclusive gated estate home community with some of the finest custom homebuilders in DFW. Private Formal Garden | Custom Homesites from the $280s.

Golf and Lake views | Estate Homes from $1.4 million+

The Reserve Garden Homes Gated enclave of homes by American Legend Homes and David Weekley Homes from the upper $200s.

American Legend Homes | 972.410.HOME (4663) David Weekley Homes | 972.410.0770

For a tour, call 972.899.1923

Majestic Golf and Lake Views Stunning homes by Huntington Homes and Belclaire Homes from the $500s.

Huntington Homes 972.899.9700

Castle Hills West New Phase of Incredible Homes from the $300s!

American Legend Homes | 972.410.4001 David Weekley Homes | 972.410.0770

Castle Hills North New Phase of Homes from the $200s!

American Legend Homes | 972.410.2900 Mercedes Homes | 877.649.8722 David Weekley Homes | 972.410.0770

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HOUSING mix of community living and upscale shopping is accented by restaurants and bars unique to the area.

North of downtown you will find Mockingbird Station, Uptown, Knox Park and other multiunit dwellings.

If you long for the true urban loft experience, several buildings in the heart of downtown Dallas have been renovated specifically for that purpose. For more ideas, ask friends or co-workers or consider one of the numerous apartment locators in town. They specialize in searching for the loft or condominium that is right for you.

SINGLE-FAMILY UNITS Dreaming of a new home? Dallas and Fort Worth offer unique options perfect for any size family. Home-buying options range from pre-owned homes to custom-built homes that showcase your individual style, where you choose everything from your

HOME SALES COMPARISONS

crown molding to your front door.

Home buying in Dallas depends on what area you wish to call home and also what type of home best fits your lifestyle.

Nestled around White Rock Lake are cozy homes dating back to the 1950s. Off of Lower Greenville Avenue, you will find the area known locally as “The M Streets” where picturesque storybook cottages are awaiting new tenants.

For lots of land, check the outlying areas, specifically south on I-35 and north on Central Expressway where new developments are emerging. If you prefer the “more square footage the better” motto, check into homes in the Highland Park and North Dallas areas. Home to local celebrities Mark Cuban and Tom Hicks, these two residential areas boast millionaire-style homes, enveloped in majestic scenery. Lush woods and scenic streets will welcome you home.

DUPLEXES Two single-family units sharing an adjoining wall characterize a duplex. Duplexes are popular real estate investments throughout the region as buyers opt to live in one side of the duplex while renting the other side.

For renters, duplexes are an affordable option and more like living in a house than apartment while still having the luxury of maintenance services.

ZERO LOT LINE AND GARDEN HOMES With the population explosion of the 1990s came the need for more home in a smaller space. Thus, zero lot line and garden homes were born. These homes offer smaller yards and use much needed land area with low-maintenance ground cover and landscaping, minimizing yard work needs.

In some cases, a small garden or patio is available for outdoor activities. This style of

MEDIAN SALE PRICE FOR A 2,400-SQUARE-FOOT NEW HOME 2009 ANNUAL

NEW YORK (MANHATTAN), NY

1,159,270

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

813,780

WASHINGTON-ARLINGTON-ALEXANDRIA, DC-VA

647,235

CHICAGO, IL

360,660

DENVER, CO

333,031

ATLANTA, GA

267,548

ST. PETERSBURG-CLEARWATER, FL

246,346

TAMPA, FL

247,822

AUSTIN, TX

225,774

HOUSTON, TX

216,848

DALLAS, TX

207,797

FORT WORTH, TX $180,000

202,414

$210,000

$240,000

$270,000

$300,000

$330,000

$360,000

$390,000

$420,000

$450,000

SOURCE: ACCRA COST OF LIVING INDEX 2009 ANNUAL

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HOUSING home is perfect for individuals that do not need or want the hassle of lawn maintenance.

In some styles, a home may share a common exterior wall with another, or one wall of each home may extend to the property line.

Realtors Considering the number of choices in buying a home—price, size, location and amenities—one concludes that the best way to enter the housing market is with an experienced agent to guide the way. For busy individuals who do not wish to take on this task themselves or the inexperienced homebuyer, accredited agents can streamline your home search, provide crucial closing information and ensure an easy home-buying experience.

To find a qualified real estate agent, check the National Association of Realtors for members in the area in which you wish to live. Locally, trusted real estate agents are members of the Greater Dallas Association of Realtors, www.greaterdallasassociationofrealtors.com, or the Collin County Association of Realtors, www.ccar.net. These trusted organizations will provide you with a list of reliable agents perfect to assist you with your home-buying needs.

TO MAKE HOME BUYING EASIER, A REALTOR CAN: r &OTVSF UIBU ZPV EP OPU XBTUF UJNF viewing unsuitable homes. The realtor will research homes that meet your specific requirements including price, size, location, school district considerations and proximity to work. r 1SPWJEF àOBODJOH JOGPSNBUJPO JODMVEJOH determining how much you wish to spend on a home, how to obtain financing and how much of a down payment is needed. r 4VQQMZ JOGPSNBUJPO PO SFBM FTUBUF WBMVFT utility costs, municipal services and facilities for your new area.

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Financing and Mortgage Matters Your best bet to begin your home-buying experience is by contacting friends, coworkers and family members. They can point you in the direction of trusted colleagues eager to assist you with your home-buying needs. While homes come in a variety of styles and price ranges, one thing remains constant: a home is the biggest and most important purchase you can make in a lifetime. Be an educated consumer. There are numerous resources for the novice homebuyer on the Internet or at your local bookstore.

Knowing the procedures and language up front will prevent stress during the home-buying process.

Comparatively, the home-buying market in the Dallas area allows for superior space at a negotiable price. Market values for the DFW metro area are much lower than in other similar areas of the country. The housing market in the area is considered a buyer’s market with numerous choices in style, price and location to choose from, allowing time for careful consideration and a relaxed home-buying experience.

Once you find the perfect home, your real estate agent will handle the necessary paperwork to finalize the transaction. In some cases, you will now begin applying for a home mortgage. In other cases, buyers go in immediately knowing how much they are willing and able to finance, allowing them to focus initially on the right home in the right price range.

Many sources of financing are available, such as savings institutions, credit unions,

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE COMPANIES Allie Beth Allman & Associates .......................................................................................... 214-528-2500 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage..............................................................................972-582-9100 David Winans Realty ..............................................................................................................972-772-9888 Ebby Halliday, Realtors.........................................................................................................972-980-6600 Jim Berrong Real Estate, LLC ................................................................................................214-288-4561 Re/Max Relocation ..................................................................................................................972-575-8181 SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

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private lending sources, special corporate financing for transferees and business loans.

In addition, computerized loan networks, Farmers Home Administration, insurance policies, a letter of credit from a bank, an individual seller financing and co-mortgagors are just a few choices. Regardless of your loan source, secure a mortgage that best fits your financial situation. The typical mortgage is a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage.

Do not overlook obtaining information about ARMs (adjustable rate mortgages), 15-year mortgages and GPMs (graduated payment mortgages) with your mortgage loan officer.

They can show you in detail your payment plan over a majority of your loan length to prepare you for financial hurdles down the line. Your mortgage loan officer can also explain different rate plans and scenarios that will best fit your needs.

When finalizing your loan, your loan officer will inquire about several years of your financial activity. Checking and savings accounts, tax information, credit reports and employment backgrounds are all thoroughly considered before your loan will be approved. Most of the strict and detailed guidelines in Texas evolved from the 1980s real estate downturn and is not a reflection of your credit worthiness.

After all the paperwork is finished and the details are taken care of, you will be sitting in your new home ready to unpack and experience what your new community has to offer.

BUILDING FROM THE GROUND UP If you have searched and have not found a home that meets your needs, consider a custom-built home. You can choose every detail of your home from the color of your trim to light fixtures and door knobs. The costs incurred amount to the same as buying a pre-owned home as homebuilding companies will build to match your financial needs. Homebuilders also may assist with financing.

Homestead Laws The State of Texas is both unique and generous in its application of homestead protection. Regrettably, however, the generosity of the protection sometimes works to the detriment of individuals and families who are unfamiliar with its effect. Hopefully, this brief review will prove beneficial to anyone moving into the state or contemplating the purchase or improvement of a residence.

Texas Homestead Exemption has two benefits. First it reduces taxes by lowering a home’s taxable value. All school districts offer a $5,000 homestead exemption, and some SPRING 2010

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Collin County Appraisal District .............................469-742-9200 ........................www.collincad.org Dallas County Appraisal District.............................214-631-0910 ........................ www.dallascad.org Delta County Appraisal District ..............................903-395-4118 .......... www.trueautomation.com Denton County Appraisal District ..........................940-349-3800 ....................www.dentoncad.org Ellis Central Appraisal District.................................972-937-3552 ..........................www.elliscad.com Hunt County Appraisal District ..............................903-454-3510 ..............www.txcountydata.com Kaufman County Appraisal District .......................972-932-6081 ................. www.kaufman-cad.org Johnson County Central Appraisal District...........817-645-3986 ................. www.johnsoncad.com Parker County Appraisal District ............................817-596-0077 ....................... www.parkercad.org Rockwall Central Appraisal District .......................972-771-2034 ................. www.rockwallcad.com Tarrant County Appraisal District...........................817-284-0024 .................................. www.tad.org Wise County Appraisal District ...............................940-627-3081 ..........................www.wisecad.org SOURCE: INDIVIDUAL SITES; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 10/09

DFW APARTMENT LISTINGS NAME

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1900 McKinney ....................................................................... Apartments ...................................214-720-1919 2929 Wycliff, a Broadstone Community ........................... Apartments ................................. 214-526-4200 Advenir at North Park............................................................ Apartments ..................................214-341-0600 Alexan City North .................................................................. Apartments ..................................972-458-7373 Alexan Design District ........................................................... Apartments ................................... 214-741-0777 Alexan Fitzhugh ...................................................................... Apartments .................................. 214-827-7333 Alexan Southwestern............................................................. Apartments ................................. 214-905-3490 Alliance Communities* ......................................................... Apartments .................................214-443-4430 American Beauty Mill Lofts .................................................. Apartments ................................. 214-428-6455 AMLI Residential Properties ................................................. Apartments ..................................972-265-6700 Apartment Finders ................................................................. Apartment Locator Service ....... 972-307-7357 The Ashton ............................................................................... Apartments ..................................214-740-0002 The Belmont Apartments...................................................... Apartments ................................. 214-826-0888 Broadstone Parkway .............................................................. Apartments ..................................972-851-0000 Centerpoint Apartments ....................................................... Apartments .................................. 972-306-3277 Chesapeake Apartments ....................................................... Apartments ................................. 214-349-5028 Cirque........................................................................................ Apartments ..................................214-331-8439 Cityville Oak Park ................................................................... Apartments ................................. 214-443-9200 District of Greenville .............................................................. Apartments ..................................214-575-0393 Eastwood on Henderson Apartments ................................ Apartments ................................. 214-826-4000 Eban Village Apartments ....................................................... Apartments ...................................214-426-6115 Elan at Bluffview, The ............................................................ Apartments ..................................214-358-1300 Gables Republic Tower .......................................................... Apartments ..................................214-397-0500 Glass House Apartments ...................................................... Apartments .................................. 214-720-2728 Grand Reserve Luxury Townhouse ...................................... Apartments ................................. 214-696-5500 Heights at Park Lane, The ..................................................... Apartments ................................. 214-265-8880 Honey Creek Apartments...................................................... Apartments ...................................972-681-5961 Lakewood Greens Apartments*........................................... Apartments ................................. 214-320-0494 Lifts West Condominiums ..................................................... Apartments ..................................505-754-2778 Magnolia Station .................................................................... Apartments ................................. 214-565-8440 Marquis at Silver Oaks* ......................................................... Apartments ................................. 972-906-9039 Mid-America Apartment Communities .............................. Apartments ..................................214-688-1289 Monterey Uptown, The.......................................................... Apartments ..................................214-528-3930 Park 4200 ................................................................................. Apartments ..................................214-522-9000 Park Cities Shelton, The ......................................................... Apartments ..................................214-750-5700 Phoenix Midtown.................................................................... Apartments ..................................214-459-2850 Pinnacle Ridge Apartments .................................................. Apartments ................................. 214-339-0800 Post Properties ........................................................................ Apartments ..................................214-965-6565 Seville, a Broadstone Community ....................................... Apartments ..................................214-443-8188 South Side on Lamar .............................................................. Apartments ................................. 214-428-4848 Trianon by Windsor ................................................................ Apartments ................................. 214-468-8140 Villas at Monterey .................................................................. Apartments ..................................972-387-4595 The Vista................................................................................... Apartments ..................................214-303-1644 Windsor at Turtle Creek - Windsor Communities ............ Apartments .................................. 214-871-1888 Woods of Five Mile Creek ..................................................... Apartments ................................. 972-709-4400 SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

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taxing units offer a percentage exemption of up to 20 percent of a home’s assessed value.

Homeowners can lower their property taxes by applying for the exemptions for which they are eligible. You must own your own home and occupy it as your principle residence on January 1 of the year that you apply. You can have only one principle residence and one homestead exemption. Homeowners who are 65 years or older on January 1 are also entitled to an over 65 homestead exemption of $10,000 for school tax purposes. Once you receive an over 65 homestead exemption, you automatically qualify for a tax ceiling on your school taxes. If you do not add any improvements, your school taxes will never increase from the amount that you owed when you first qualified, even if the assessed value of the home increases.

Second, under the Texas Homestead Exemption as it existed through 1997, the residence is protected from the forced sale by all creditors of the homeowner, except for: r 5IF MFOEFS XIP MPBOT UIF GVOET GPS UIF purchase of the homestead or provides the refinance money. r 5IF UBY NBO JO UIF GPSN PG UIF TUBUF DPVOUZ city and school ad valorem taxes that are assessed against the property each year. r 5IF DPOUSBDUPS XIP QSPWJEFT UIF NBUFrial and/or labor in improving the homestead, and consequently, its value.

On Jan. 2, 1998, the Texas Constitution was amended to allow the homestead also to secure home equity loans and reverse annuity mortgages. However, the restrictions on home equity loans are many, complicated and varied. Of more consequence to borrowers is the fact that a home equity loan, when added to other existing debt, cannot exceed more than 80 percent of the appraised value of the homestead, nor can there be more than one home equity loan at a time, and no more than one home equity loan per year against the homestead. The positive

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES Efurd Realty .............................972-572-5656 Graywood Developments, Inc. .............972-991-5992 Wells Asset Management, Inc................ 972-458-2588 Worth Ross & Associates, Inc. .....................214-522-9100 SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

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HOUSING effect of this homestead exemption means that if someone sues you and recovers a judgment against you, they cannot force you to sell your homestead to satisfy the judgment.

Upon the purchase of a new home, call the appraisal district of the county in which you reside and request that they mail you the necessary forms for “declaring your homestead.�

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS CONCERNING THE HOMESTEAD LAW

Q. Can one spouse create a mortgage on the homestead without the consent of the other spouse?

A. No, both the Texas Constitution and Texas Family Code require the joiner of both spouses in all conveyances or mortgages of the homestead, even if the homestead is separate property and in the name of only one spouse (See “Texas Family Code� in the “Information� section).

Q. Can a property owner waive homestead rights?

A. No, the courts have consistently held that one cannot waive his or her constitutionally guaranteed rights. If, however, the homestead is in excess of that allowed by law, the owner may designate that portion of the property, which is homestead.

Q. Can a homestead owner refinance the equity out of a homestead, which would be secured by a new, first or second lien?

A. No, any lien filed against the homestead other than for the three permitted exceptions (purchase money, taxes and home improvements) would be unenforceable. The lender would have a valid promissory note but could not reach the homestead as collateral under the lender’s mortgage.

Q. Can a homestead owner refinance a note which is validly secured by a lien on a homestead in order to get a better interest rate or payment terms?

A. Yes, one can refinance a first lien, a second lien, separately or combine them together in order to get a better interest rate or payment terms so long as the new loan does not exceed the outstanding principal balance of the current liens.

Q. When a married couple divorces, can the spouse who retains the homestead put a lien on the property to purchase the departing spouse’s interest?

A. Yes, the lien would be a purchase money lien, and thus, permissible. Through the use of an Owelty Deed, the lien would encumber not only the departing spouse’s interest but the remaining spouse’s interest also. Every situation involving a homestead is unique.

For more detailed information and answers to other questions, contact an attorney. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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REAL ESTATE TAXES For information about local real estate taxes and exemptions, see “City and County Tax Rates� and related charts in the Information section of this guide.

CLOSING, TEXAS STYLE In Texas, where everything is said to be “bigger and better,� many things also are very

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Fate Lavon Northlake Roanoke Melissa Prosper Midlothian McLendonChisholm 9. Farmers Branch 10. Sunnyvale

“different.� This is true of real estate transactions, and more specifically, the role of the title insurance company in the closing.

Individuals coming from other areas of the country may be accustomed to a variety of closing practices. In some states, an “escrow company� handles the closing of a real estate transaction and a title insurance company (title company) handles the issuance of the title insurance. In other

DFW Area Cities 2008-2009

TOTAL GROWTH

2009 EST. POPULATION

17.71% 15.38% 15.38% 13.01% 12.82% 11.81% 11.68%

5,650 2,250 2,250 6,950 4,400 7,100 16,250

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17,400 6,000 3,650 3,200 2,900 2,750 2,400

720,250 1,306,350 121,850 100,800 263,800 55,950 95,200

2,350 2,100 1,850

31,100 212,250 168,500

SOURCE: NCTCOG.ORG; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ ; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT 5/09

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HOUSING states, attorneys represent the parties to the transaction and handle closing and issuance of title insurance.

In Texas, title companies perform an all-inclusive function in real estate transactions, acting as both an escrow agent and a title insurance agent. To make sure that these functions are handled properly, all title companies are regulated by the State Board of Insurance.

The three primary functions of a title company in Texas are: 1. Fiduciary capacity 2. Escrow agent 3. Title insurer

FIDUCIARY CAPACITY A title company acts as a disinterested third party overseeing that all parties to the real estate transaction comply with the contract of sale, the loan instructions (if a lender is involved) and all legal requirements of the state.

Since the contract of sale, lender’s instructions and attorney’s instructions (if any par-

ties are represented by an attorney) are all legally binding documents, the “neutral, third-party” title company determines that all pertinent instructions are followed by all the parties in the conveyance of property.

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Coordinate with all parties and make necessary arrangements with a law firm for the preparation of the legal documents. r 1SFQBSF UIF DMPTJOH TUBUFNFOUT SFáFDUJOH the distribution of funds. Collect all the necessary funds and disburse the monies to the parties involved.

These escrow duties are governed by the rules and regulations imposed on title companies by the State Board of Insurance.

DFW HOME IMPROVEMENT NAME

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ADT Security Services ................................... Security Systems & Service ............. 972-246-6009 Anchor Roofing Systems, LTD ..................... Roofing.................................................. 817-625-4351 Armko Industries, Inc. ................................... Roofing.................................................. 972-874-1388 Ashco Exteriors Inc. ....................................... Roofing................................................ 888-984-9844 The Chandler Company ................................ Roofing.................................................. 817-548-7555 Dawn Henderson & Associates................... Interior Design.................................... 214-905-9900 Dobson Floors - Farmers Branch ................ Flooring ................................................ 972-243-0800

TITLE INSURER The title company has the responsibility of determining the validity of documents filed in the real property records and the affect of those documents on title or ownership to the property being searched.

Once the title search or abstracting process has been completed, the title company insures that the deed and liens, as well as various other documents, are properly executed, documented and, as required, filed on record in the county clerk’s office.

The title company then issues an Owner’s Policy of Title Insurance to the purchasers of the property and a Mortgagee Policy of Title Insurance to the lender.

Every title company and agent is licensed by the State Board of Insurance and is subject to annual audits as well as various other regulations to insure that they perform and abide by their duties in a professional and uniform manner.

THE CLOSING Once a standard contract of sale has been prepared by licensed brokers/agents and duly executed by the principles involved, it becomes a legally binding document.

The contract is then turned over to the licensed title company that acts as a central coordination point between the brokers/agents, new lenders, existing mortgage, surveyor, property/casualty insurance company, taxing authorities, law firms and others to bring about the final closing process.

The title company also checks the chain of title, monitors the proper execution of the legal documents by the principals, records the legal documents and then issues title policies insuring the title to the property.

Dobson Floors - Garland .............................. Flooring ..................................................972-270-8741 Flatley & Associates ...................................... Interior Design.....................................972-392-3536

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SOIL TYPES

Madden Asset Management Co. ................. Security Systems & Service ..............214-855-5335 Monitronics International, Inc..................... Security Systems & Service ..............972-243-7443 Parsons Roofing ............................................. Roofing.................................................. 254-881-1733 Rolland Safe Company ................................. Security Systems & Service ...............972-243-3711 SPC Construction........................................... Roofing..................................................817-684-1088 The Smart Garage LLC .................................. Remodeling .......................................... 214-265-7778 Staffelbach, Inc. ............................................. Interior Design...................................... 214-747-2511 U.S. Security Associates ............................... Security Systems & Service ..............972-721-9800 Wilson & Associates...................................... Interior Design..................................... 214-521-6753

SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

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Soil types in and around Dallas vary from heavy blackland, sometimes called “black gumbo,” to dense yellow clay to almost pure sand. Some areas have only a shallow inch of top soil with a layer of clay or rocks directly underneath. The pH level, important for plants, varies widely.

If you are putting in a new yard, it would be wise to have your soil tested before you begin. The Texas Agricultural Extension Service can do the test for you and provide suggestions about soil improvement.

FOUNDATION SHIFTING For several reasons, almost everyone who owns a home in the Dallas area needs to be concerned with shifting foundations.

Heavy clay soils expand and contract radiDALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

HOUSING cally, and the combination of extremely wet springs, which swell the soil, and hot, dry falls, which cause soils to contract, can wreak havoc with foundations.

Make sure you ask your builder what soil type your house will be built on and what type of foundation he/she plans to use. Placing a concrete slab on the wrong type of soil will almost assuredly result in a cracked foundation—and there is not a lot you can do to fix that problem. On soils that swell a great deal, it is best to employ a pier and beam foundation. With this type of foundation the house rests on piers sunk into the ground. As the ground swells, the house is able to shift, thus avoiding cracks in bricks and masonry.

Many houses in the area are placed on reinforced foundations that use concrete beams and steel cables to anchor the foundation. Unless the house is in an area which shifts greatly, this type of foundation is adequate. Pier and beam is still preferable in shifting areas, though it is more expensive.

To minimize the hazards, make sure your foundation is well drained. In addition, during dry periods, it is wise to water the soil around your foundation to keep the soil next to the house from contracting.

Water the soil around the foundation regularly in dry weather with a soaker hose placed eight to 14 inches from the foundation.

Use low water pressure to avoid flooding the area, and be careful not to over water, which causes the soil to swell too much.

Do not put water directly into open cracks that develop around the foundation.

One good way to help hold water and soil in place near the foundation is to plant shrubbery about two feet from the foundation so that plants can be watered without heavy wetting close to the foundation.

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FLOODING/RUNOFF During Texas springs, flooding is often a problem because of heavy downpours and poor soil absorption. Be wary of housing built in flood plains. Inquire in detail about run off contingencies and check with city planning departments to discover flood-prone areas. In Dallas, call the Planning and Development Department at 214-653-7601.

Drainage around the entire perimeter of your home’s foundation is vital. When you plant close to your foundation, do not leave depressions in which water can gather and stand. Water should run away from your foundation. Installing a gutter around the house and a downspout for roof run-off will help prevent soil erosion around the foundation. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

ACTIVE ADULT RESORT LIVING

Active adults of age 55 or older thrive on the amenities available at specially designed residential communities.

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S THE GENERAL POPULATION AGES, many people are discovering the benefits of investing in active adult resort living. Providing a serene ambiance complimented by country club amenities, this rewarding lifestyle caters to the distinguished clientele of active adults. Designed as master-planned, upscale communities, active adult resort living incorporates tradition and relaxation, and inspires people who want more from life.

In accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, 80 percent of each dwelling at an active adult community is intended to be occupied by at least one person age 55 years or older. Children under the age of 19 are not allowed to permanently reside in these communities. However, grandchildren are always welcome to visit for a limited time each year.

The Metroplex is proud to have several active adult resort living communities within its growing region. These stunning neighborhoods offer an ideal lifestyle enhanced by a small-town atmosphere within easy reach of family, friends and jobs in the DFW area.

For example, Robson Ranch started out as a pasture blanketed with wildflowers, windmills and fences just a few miles from downtown Denton. Recently voted one of the nation’s best retirement places by Where to Retire magazine, this community offers a picturesque neighborhood filled with beautiful homes. Multimillion-dollar recreational facilities include a Sports Club, Robson Ranch Grill and Wildhorse Golf Club designed by Texas golf architect, Gary Stephenson.

For more information, visit www.robson.com.

Another dream destination for Dallas-bound seniors is Frisco Lakes by Del Webb. This development near Lake Lewisville offers nearby shopping, fine dining and convenient access to many major highways and thoroughfares. With a wide variety of amenities, including an 18-hole golf course and clubhouse, planned parks and trails, plus the community activity room and fitness center, Frisco Lakes provides the ultimate environment for an active lifestyle. In addition, the growing city of Frisco provides an abundance of local facilities to accommodate everyday needs—medical care, sporting events, shopping centers, outdoor recreation, culture/performing arts, education and transportation. To learn more, go to www.frisco lakes.com.

Remodeling Your Home There are many older houses in Dallas that will make excellent homes with a little finetuning. Once you update the kitchen, the bathroom or the entire house, these older homes offer contemporary living options in mature, well-landscaped neighborhoods.

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) of Greater Dallas offers sev-

eral guidelines for any remodeling project: r %FWFMPQ BO PWFSBMM EFTJHO DPODFQU ZPVSself or with the help of a professional designer. r %FUFSNJOF JG BO BSDIJUFDU JT BQQSPQSJBUF for your project. r %FDJEF XIBU UZQF PG DPOUSBDUPS JT OFFEFE for your project and determine an appropriate contract.

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visiting with workers or subcontractors.

Get everything in writing as opposed to making verbal requests and/or changes.

Buying a home is definitely not for everyone. Considering the labor intensity of lawn and home maintenance and additional costs of insurance, property taxes and escrow accounts, renting is often the best and most cost-effective alternative.

Additionally, if your work environment promotes location changes throughout your career, renting provides an easy exit depending on your lease agreement.

When you sign this agreement, the leasing consultant will provide you with this information as well as including it in your rental contract. If you are a homeowner, relocating is not always easy, depending on the economic atmosphere at the time, as you may be forced to sell your home in a depressed local market.

Financially, buying a home is one of the most taxing and the most important decisions you will make in your life.

Compare the straightforward transaction approach of renting—which incurs a security deposit, any pet deposits and a monthly rent—to homeowner’s insurance, fluctuating interest rates, property taxes, maintenance expenses and the commission fees involved in buying, selling and financing a home before making your final decision.

Interior Design Firms

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When remodeling a home, some concepts may never succeed without calling upon someone with special talents and resources.

When you need a little extra know how on the job, it’s time to call an interior design firm. Interior designers design the form and function of a space while carefully considering how you plan to interact within that space. Interior designers are responsible for the elements of a building that affect the public’s health, welfare and safety. Accredited colleges train them in health, safety and welfare, including fire hazard and fire classification of materials, as well as national, state and local building codes and standards.

Twenty-three states and jurisdictions have licensing registration requirements regulating interior designers and their classifications. Within the state of Texas, in order to maintain their license, interior designers are required to complete eight hours of continuing education each year. For more infor-

If an apartment is what you are looking for, you are in the right place as DFW’s apartment market is one of the most progressive, innovative and proactive in the United States. This is due to the highly competitive nature of the market and the fact that many of the nation’s largest apartment developers and management companies started here. In addition, the Texas Apartment Associations (TAA) and the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas (AAGD) insure uniform operating guidelines and practices including a standard TAA lease agreement. When you inquire about a property, verify that the complex is a member of these organizations. Review the lease agreement as it should be a standard agreement with the TAA seal. TAA lease agreements are legally sound and provide up-to-date protection for both the renter and the landlord.

Finding the right apartment is a rewarding experience.

1. Cost-Plus Contract: Homeowner agrees to pay all actual job costs plus contractors fee.

2. Turnkey Contract: Contractor commits to a fixed price for the specified work.

3. Combination Contract: Homeowner performs part of the work himself; a combination of cost-plus and turnkey.

When selecting a contractor, also consider qualities such as financial stability, previous work record, professional organizations, adequate insurance, personality and honesty. It is important to know where responsibility lies in the homeowner/contractor relationship. For instance, the contractor must furnish a written contract detailing the work to be done. The contractor also must be responsible for all phases of the job from start to finish, including labor and materials, subcontractors, specifications, necessary permits, inspections, building codes, standard construction practices, and a clean job site that is free of debris upon completion.

The homeowner should make the home accessible to the contractor, but avoid

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Renting: The Right Choice For You?

HOUSING When apartment hunting, consider the following: Leases—Most leases range from six months to up to 18 months and require 30 to 60 days written notice to vacate. You may also have the option of a “month-tomonth” lease, however the rent is slightly higher in this arrangement.

Deposits—Each complex has a specific deposit amount needed to secure the apartment. Many apartment communities offer specials throughout the year with reduced deposit rates and lower monthly rents for a specified time.

Pets—Most apartment communities allow pets up to a specific size; some do not allow pets at all. If the community does allow pets, you will be required to pay a pet deposit, which is in most cases non-refundable, to insure that the property is not damaged and if so, the damage can be repaired.

They may also have a limit to the number of pets and the size of pet allowed to live in each apartment.

Security—Most complexes provide some aspect of security for tenants ranging from controlled access gates to on-site security personnel. In addition, many complexes offer individual security systems inside your apartment home. Smoke detectors are required by law in all units.

Appliances—Most apartments include refrigerators, dishwashers, oven/range and garbage disposals, specifically in newer units. Washer and dryers may be provided

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as well or they may offer -washer/dryer connections. Most communities offer on-site laundry facilities for your convenience.

Furniture and Accessories—Texas law states that all apartment owners must provide some type of window covering. Furniture is not standard in apartment homes in this region although there is always the exception especially in the case of temporary corporate housing.

FINDING AN APARTMENT Finding an apartment is fast and easy as numerous resources are quickly available.

If you are relocating from out of the area, apartment locator services can provide you with pertinent apartment information using your given search criteria. These

services are free as the apartment complexes pay to be included in the search.

If you can, visit the area prior to your move. Check grocery stores for apartment locator guides. These guides list available apartment homes (categorized by area) making your search easy and affordable.

For more information on apartments and renting, please visit the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas online at www.aagdallas.com. You also may visit the Texas Apartment Association at www.taa.org. In addition, visit the Dallas Regional Chamber® Web site at www. dallaschamber.org for member listings of superior apartment communities and apartment locator services.

DFW’s apartment market is one of the most progressive, innovative, and proactive in The United States. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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Allen will be the fastest growing city in North Texas over the next 15 years.

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City of Dallas Neighborhoods

“FROM BOTH A SOCIAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL STANDPOINT, YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD REFLECTS YOUR PERSONALITY, VALUES AND LIFESTYLE. IT ALSO DETERMINES SUCH THINGS AS ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND FUTURE FRIENDSHIPS.”

I N T E R E S T I N G , F U N A N D F R I E N D LY communities of every size and style can be found in and around Dallas. That only makes it harder for new residents to decide exactly where they want to settle. They must weigh a long list of factors. Logistically, the particular neighborhood may determine the cost, size, age and style of a home. Don’t forget the tax rates, school districts, city services, recreational facilities and commute times involved in relocation!

From both a social and psychological standpoint, your neighborhood reflects your personality, values and lifestyle. It also determines things such as economic opportunity and future friendships. Fortunately for all Dallas newcomers, whether they want to live in the center of urban action or prefer the natural serenity of the countryside, the greater Dallas area has neighborhoods to meet every expectation.

This chapter provides a brief overview of DFW’s many relocation options. Once you start reading, you may be tempted to visit every neighborhood, city and suburb mentioned. Exploration is highly recommended! There are residences to meet every taste and budget here, and house-hunting Dallasites will discover something new around every corner. Enjoy getting to know DFW!

City of Dallas Neighborhoods In Dallas’s early days, many residents chose to live close to downtown. Neighborhoods near the heart of the city thrived as Dallas grew.

In time, however, it became the trend to move into the suburbs. Some of the “in-town” neighborhoods were forgotten and fell into decline.

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• Gated community with HOA-maintained front yards • Lock and leave luxury villas with choice of floor plans and architectural styles • Free membership to renowned Cooper Fitness Center and Spa

Enjoy free membership to the renowned Cooper Fitness Center

• Initiation Fee waived for you to TPC Craig Ranch • 6 parks and miles of jogging trails • Exceptional location near restaurants, sports facilities and retail • 30 minutes from DFW Airport

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COMMUNITIES Today, that has changed. Many city of Dallas neighborhoods are making a comeback, thanks to preservation and restoration efforts. The more than 160 neighborhoods inside Loop 12 (also called Northwest Highway) are filled with a variety of conveniences and price options for young families as well as longtime homeowners.

“IF IT’S NOT DOWNTOWN, IT’S NOT DALLAS”

CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT This refers to the core area “fenced in”

by I-35E, Woodall Rodgers, I-30 and Central Expressway/I-75. Recently, downtown Dallas has undergone a series of important changes that city officials believe will drastically improve the city’s core. These changes are located in four downtown areas: Victory Park, the Arts District, the Trinity River, and the Convention center corridor. Victory Park, named one of the nation’s most successful Brownfield reclamation projects, is home to the American Airlines Center as well as several new high-rise hotels and office buildings.

The Arts District, Dallas, already one of the world’s largest, is in the final stages of a massive 10-year construction project that will result in a new 2,300 seat opera house, a series of theatres, residential space, retail, parks and a 40-story residential skyscraper. Of all the changes in downtown Dallas, the Trinity River corridor is undergoing the most dramatic.

Currently the river runs in an artificially straight line a large distance from any part of downtown; however, Dallas is currently in the process of returning the river to its natural course, creating two large lakes to border the downtown area, and has commissioned two large cable stayed bridges to be built across the river and new lakes. Dubbed the Trinity River Project by local officials, plans are also in place for improved levies to protect downtown from possible flooding.

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DEEP ELLUM Nestled east of downtown Dallas, Deep Ellum is noted as an eclectic entertainment and arts district. The atmosphere is blanketed with avant-garde shops, hot nightclubs, art galleries, savory restaurants and a growing influx of trendy loft and urban apartment developments. Deep Ellum living is building interest as downtown Dallas strives to enhance its residential community and lure people away from settling into the distant suburbs. Deep Ellum offers a style all its own. The height of the buildings is limited, the streets are narrow and many buildings are under renovation.

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Spacious lofts, condos and other renovated properties give downtown residents a unique living experience.

HAT’S THE MESSAGE of Downtown Dallas, a privately funded advocacy organization dedicated to promote the interests of downtown businesses, residents, employees, visitors and cultural/educational institutions. The ongoing housing initiative led by Downtown Dallas is reversing the trend of urban flight. Its goal is to motivate people who work in or visit downtown on occasion, to rediscover downtown—from Victory Park to the Main Street district—as a true destination. Or, even more so, see it as a desirable place to live.

Downtown properties have been leasing faster than construction can be completed, and waiting lists have become the norm. Spacious lofts, condos and other renovated properties give downtown residents a living experience unique to anywhere else in Dallas. In addition, the downtown office market has seen a great deal of positive movement, from several office buildings being sold (more in 2007 than ever before) to the announcement of Comerica moving its headquarters here from out of state.

With these major developments and more, the downtown job market is on the rise.

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“This is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting times the core of our city has ever seen,” said John F. Crawford, president and CEO of Downtown Dallas. “By the end of 2009, more than 5,000 people lived in the central business district and 30,000 in downtown; by the end of 2010, more than 50,000 people overall could be living in downtown.

There is undeniable momentum here.”

Particular attention has been given to quality resources and design, plus linkages to the downtown core and to the entertainment district, as well as minimal use of land and creation of sustainable residential life.

Mass transit, including the 20-mile light rail system through downtown, enhances convenience for downtown residents, eventually linking them regionally, nationally and internationally to DFW International Airport and to Love Field.

For more information about available housing, call Downtown Dallas at 214-744-1270 or visit online at www.downtowndallas.org or www.yourdspot.com.

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Addison, Town of ............................................................................................................... 972-450-7001 .........................................................................................www.addisontx.gov Allen Economic Development Corporation................................................................. 972-727-0228 ............................................................................................. www.allentx.com Arlington, City of ............................................................................................................... 817-459-6114....................................................................................... www.arlingtontx.gov Athens Economic Development Corporation ............................................................. 1-903-675-4617...................................................................................www.athensedc.com Azle, City of ......................................................................................................................... 817-444-2541 ..............................................................................................www.ci.azle.tx.us Balch Springs, City of ........................................................................................................ 972-913-3009........................................................................www.cityofbalchsprings.com Bedford, City of .................................................................................................................. 817-952-2125 ....................................................................................... www.ci.bedford.tx.us Benbrook Economic Development Corporation ........................................................ 817-249-6990 ......................................................................................... www.benbrook.org Bridgeport Economic Development Corporation ...................................................... 940-683-3490 ........................................................................... www.cityofbridgeport.net Burleson, City of ................................................................................................................ 817-447-5400, ext.238 .....................................................................www.burlesontx.com Carrollton, City of.............................................................................................................. 972-466-3391 ............................................................................www.cityofcarrollton.com Cedar Hill Economic Development Corporation ....................................................... 972-291-5132 ....................................................................................... www.cedarhilltx.com Celina Economic Development Corporation .............................................................. 972-382-8949 ........................................................................................www.celinaedc.com Cleburne, City of ................................................................................................................ 817-645-8644 ...........................................................................................www.cleburne.net Colleyville, City of ............................................................................................................. 817-503-1060 .................................................................................. www.ci.colleyville.tx.us Commerce Economic Dev elopment Corporation..................................................... 903-886-1121 .................................................................................... www.commercetx.org Coppell, City of .................................................................................................................. 972-304--3677..................................................................................... www.ci.coppell.tx.us Corinth Economic Development Corporation ............................................................ 940-498-3284 ................................................................................www.cityofcorinth.com Crandall Economic Development Corporation .......................................................... 972-427-8300 ................................................................................... www.crandalledc.com Dallas County ..................................................................................................................... 214-653-7601 ..................................................................................... www.dallscoiunty.org Dallas Regional Chamber................................................................................................. 214-746-6735 ................................................................................... www.dllaschamber.org Dallas, City of ..................................................................................................................... 214-670-1221.................................................................................. www.dallascityhall.com Decatur Economic Development Corporation ........................................................... 940-627-9109 .........................................................................................www.decaturtx.org Denison Development Alliance ...................................................................................... 903-464-0883....................................................................................... www.denisontx.org Denton Chamber of Commerce ..................................................................................... 940-382-7151 ......................................................................................www.dentonedp.com Desoto Economic Development Corporation............................................................. 972-230-9605 .................................................................................................. www.dedc.org Duncanville, City of ........................................................................................................... 972-780-5093 ...............................................................................www.ci.duncanville.tx.us Ennis, City of ....................................................................................................................... 972-878-1234 .....................................................................................www.ennis-texas.com Euless, City of ..................................................................................................................... 817-685-1869 ......................................................................................... www.ci.euless.tx.us Everman, City of................................................................................................................. 817-293-0525 ........................................................................................www.evermantx.net Fairview Economic Development Corporation........................................................... 972-562-0522 ...................................................................................www.fairviewtexas.org Farmers Branch, City of.................................................................................................... 972-919-2512................................................................................ www.farmersbranch.info Farmersville Economic Development Corporation ................................................... 972-782-6151 .................................................................................www.farmersvilletx.com Flower Mound, Town of.................................................................................................... 972-874-6045 .............................................................................. www.ower-mound.com Forest Hill, City of ............................................................................................................. 817-568-3003....................................................................................... www.foresthilltx.org Forney Economic Development Corporation ............................................................. 972-564-5808 .............................................................................. www.forneytexasedc.org Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce .............................................................................. 817-336-2491 ext. 228 ....................................................... www.fortworthchamber.com Frisco Economic Development Corporation ............................................................... 972-292-5158 ......................................................................................... www.friscoedc.com Garland Chamber of Commerce .................................................................................... 972-272-7551 ext. 7464 ..........................................................www.garlandchamber.com Glenn Heights, City of ...................................................................................................... 972-223-1690 ext 215 ...................................................................www.glennheights.com Grand Prairie, City of ......................................................................................................... 972-237-8081 ......................................................................................................www.gptx.org Grapevine, City of ............................................................................................................... 817-410-3135 ..................................................................................... www.ci.grapevine.tx.us Greenville Economic Development Corporation ......................................................... 800-295-4141 .................................................................................... www.ci.greenville.tx.us Haltom City ......................................................................................................................... 817-222-7723 ..................................................................................... www.haltoncitytx.com Haslet, City of ..................................................................................................................... 817-439-5931 ...................................................................................................www.haslet.org HEB Economic Development Foundation ..................................................................... 817-540-1053 .......................................................................................................www.heb.org Hickory Creek, Town of...................................................................................................... 469-628-4729 ................................................................................ www.hickorycreek-tx.gov Highland Village, City of ................................................................................................... 972-899-5091.................................................................................. www.highlandvillage.org Hurst, City of ....................................................................................................................... 817-788-7095 ............................................................................................. www.ci.hurst.tx.us Hutchins, City of ................................................................................................................. 972-225-4449 .......................................................................................www.hutchinsedc.org Irvin-las Colinas Economic Development Commission .............................................. 214-217-8482 ..................................................................................www.irvingchamber.com Johnson County Economic Development Corporation ............................................... 817-556-6985 ..............................................................................www.johnsoncountytx.org Justin Economic Development Corporation.................................................................. 940-648-3800 ................................................................................................cityofjustin.com Kaufman Economic Development Corporation............................................................ 972-932-5332.............................................................................. www.kaufmanchamber.org Keene, City of ...................................................................................................................... 817-641-3337, ext 36................................................................................ www.keenetx.com Keller, City of ....................................................................................................................... 817-743-4020...............................................................................................................................

Kemp, City of ....................................................................................................................... 903-498-3191 .......................................................................................... www.kempedc.com Kennedale, City of .............................................................................................................. 817-985-2102 ...............................................................................www.cityofkennedale.com Lake Dallas, City of ............................................................................................................. 940-497-2226, ext. 124 ........................................................................www.lakedallas.com Lake Worth, City of ............................................................................................................ 817-237-1211, ext.225..........................................................................www.lakeworthtx.org Lancaster Economic Development Corporation .......................................................... 972-218-7036 ......................................................................................www.lancaster-tx.com Lewisville, City of ................................................................................................................ 972-219-3750 .................................................................................www.cityoewisville.com Little Elm, City of ................................................................................................................ 972-771-6915/214-773-0996 cell ......................................................... www.littleelmtx.us MansďŹ eld Economic Development Corporation .......................................................... 817-453-1006...............................................................................www.mansďŹ eld-texas.com McKinney Economic Development Corporation .......................................................... 972-562-5430 ...................................................................................www.mckinneyedc.com Mesquite, City of ................................................................................................................ 972-216-6340 ..................................................................................... www.ci.mesquite.tx.us Midlothian Economic Development Corporation ........................................................ 972-723-3800 .................................................................................. www.cedmidlothian.org Murphy Economic Development Corporation .............................................................. 972-468-4030...........................................................................................www.murphytx.org North Central Texas Council of Governments .............................................................. 817-695-9168 ................................................................................................. www.nctcog.org North Richland Hills, City of ............................................................................................ 817-427-6091 ..................................................................................................www.nrhtx.com

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COMMUNITIES as “freedman’s town” by former slaves after the Civil War. Back in the 1880s, the area was considered too far from downtown Dallas to be perceived as a respectable address.

Positioned on Elm Street, just east of the Houston and Texas Central tracks near the depot, the area was referred to as Deep Elm affectionately pronounced “Deep Ellum.”

EAST DALLAS East Dallas is an established Dallas neighborhood, dating back to 1882. Changing demographic composition in East Dallas neighborhoods is, and will continue to be, a source of pride and is regarded as a strong asset. Condominiums and single-family houses offer a broad range of housing styles. Forming one of Dallas’s landmark areas, individual neighborhoods capture the spirit of a growing city.

From the eastern shores of White Rock Lake to the Garland and Mesquite city limits, stretch the well-established twin areas of Casa Linda and Casa View. Although a few apartment and duplex communities exist here, single-family brick and wood frame houses surrounded by large native trees dominate the quiet winding streets. Many residents focus on the lake for their recreational activities, work downtown and enjoy

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Oncor Electric Delivery ..................................................................................................... 214-486-2099 .................................................................................................www.oncor.com Pantego Economic Development Corporation ............................................................. 817-548-5851 ................................................................................www.townofpantego.com Pilot Point, City of .............................................................................................................. 940-686-2165 ................................................................................ www.cityofpilotpoint.org Plano Economic Development Board ............................................................................. 972-208-8300 ..................................................................................................www.plano.gov Princeton, City of ................................................................................................................ 972-734-2416 ........................................................................................ www.princetontx.gov Prosper, Town of ................................................................................................................. 972-346-3397 .......................................................................................www.prosperedc.com Quad Cities DFW ................................................................................................................ 817-282-9376 .............................................................................................www.netarrant.org Red oak, City of ................................................................................................................... 972-617-6831 ..............................................................................................www.redoaktx.org Richardson Economic Development Corporation ........................................................ 972-792-2802 ..............................................................................www.telecomcorridor.com Roanoke, City of.................................................................................................................. 817-491-2411 .................................................................................... www.roanoaktexas.com Rockwall Economic Development Corporation............................................................ 972-772-0055 ............................................................................................ www.rockwall.com Rowlett, City of ................................................................................................................... 972-412-6293.............................................................................................. www.rowlett.com Royce City ............................................................................................................................ 972-636-2183........................................................................................... www.roycecity.com Sachse Economic Development Corporation ............................................................... 972-675-0562......................................................................................... www.sachseedc.com Saginaw, City of .................................................................................................................. 817-454-4636 ........................................................................................... www.saginaw.tx.us Sanger, City of ..................................................................................................................... 940-458-7930 ...................................................................................... www.sangertexas.org Seagoville Economic Development Corporation ......................................................... 972-287-9944 .................................................................................. www.seagovilleedc.com Sherman Economic Development Corporation............................................................ 800-981-2566 .................................................................................................. www.sedco.org Southlake, City of ............................................................................................................... 817-748-8037 ................................................................................www.cityofsouthlake.com State of Texas Economic Development & Tourism...................................................... 817-695-9293 ................................................................................www.governor.state.tx.us Sunnyvale, City of............................................................................................................... 972-771-6915/214-773-0966 cell ........................................... www.townofsunnyvale.org Terrell Chamber of Commerce ......................................................................................... 972-563-5703 ...................................................................................... www.terrelltexas.com The Colony Economic Development Corporation ....................................................... 972-624-3126 ..................................................................................... www.thecolonyedc.org Trophy Club, Town of ......................................................................................................... 682-831-4607 .................................................................................. www.ci.trophyclub.tx.us Watauga, City of ................................................................................................................. 817-514-5813 ...................................................................................................www.cowtx.org Waxahachie, City of ........................................................................................................... 972-937-7330, ext. 276 ......................................................................www.waxahachie.com Weathorford ED Authority ............................................................................................... 817-594-9429, ext 102................................................................ www.ci.weathorford.tx.us Westlake, town of............................................................................................................... 817-490-5720.........................................................................................www.westlake-tx.org Wilmer, City of .................................................................................................................... 972-441-6373 ...............................................................................................................................

Wylie, Development Corporation of .............................................................................. 972-442-7901............................................................................................www.wylieedc.com

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COMMUNITIES easy access to the northeastern highway “Mixmaster” of I-20, I-635 and Loop 12. Most shopping needs are met by the area’s two namesake shopping centers.

FAR NORTH DALLAS Dallas has been fortunate to enjoy the benefits of several real estate booms, resulting in neighborhoods which are distinct to each period. Far North Dallas begins north of LBJ Freeway (I-635). The area was primarily developed during the early 1970s when DFW Airport was opened and confidence in oil prices created a boom town atmosphere. Quality housing is abundant, and amenities such as glamorous shopping centers and convenient strip centers meet consumer needs. This is a fast-paced area, heavy with traffic, where DART has proved its worth in transporting people.

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KESSLER PARK AND STEVENS PARK Kessler Park and Stevens Park, located just five minutes from downtown, are two of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Dallas.

Well known for the massive shade trees, rolling hills and unique housing opportunities, the Kessler and Stevens parks area continues to be one of the Dallas neighborhoods in great demand.

Designed by George Kessler, a landscape architect in the 1920s, the Kessler Park neighborhood, with its unique rugged land, is now one of the area’s most sought-after and prestigious locations. This verdant enclave features charming brick, stone and stucco cottages as well as prominent estates, most of which were built in the 1920s. Newer rustic contemporary houses have been -constructed into hillsides sur-

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Oaklawn’s blend of ethnicity and urban living attracts a wide variety of residents.

rounded by lush woodland terrain. Regardless of architectural style or age, these neighborhoods have always maintained their prestige.

Kessler Neighbors Unlimited was founded to maintain this high quality of life and the exceptional beauty of the area.

With its proximity to Stevens Park Golf Course, Methodist Hospital, the Central Business District and panoramic views of downtown Dallas, the Kessler area is arguably the most beautiful historic neighborhood in the city of Dallas.

KNOX PARK Not far from the Quadrangle, adjacent to Highland Park and Turtle Creek, is Knox Park. It has become one of the hottest urban neighborhoods in Dallas. At one time an eclectic mix of apartments and older homes, Knox Park has been transformed into an upscale urban neighborhood. New town homes and condominiums reflect

designs as diverse as traditional row homes like those in Boston’s Back Bay, to warehouse-type lofts and stunning architectural contemporaries. Knox Park residents enjoy the shopping and dining on Knox Street, the West Village Shopping Center with its art house cinema, Dallas Theater Center and the Katy Trail for hiking, biking, in-line skating or just a leisurely stroll amid the serenity of Turtle Creek.

In the heart of Knox Park, nestled between McKinney and Cole avenues, is Cole Park. This has long been a favorite destination for DFW tennis and soccer players. The city plans to renovate the park, creating a new tennis facility, picnic pavilion, recessed dog run and soccer field. Some of the city’s most interesting shops, antique galleries and restaurants can be found along the stretch of Knox and Henderson streets that cross Central Expressway (I-75). The adjacent neighborhood is Vickery Place.

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If you have trouble picturing exciting nightlife sandwiched between quiet, cozy neighborhoods, take a drive down Greenville Avenue. South from Mockingbird Lane to Ross Avenue, streets branching off from this main drag feature a broad range of homes— Craftsman bungalows, Tudor cottages and many large, remodeled showplaces.

Residents manage to coexist with many entertainment venues and other merchants drawing traffic up and down the avenue.

The most notable neighborhood and active neighborhood association is Belmont, but there are also other enclaves to consider.

Glencoe Park offers traditional homes and townhouses, Greenland Hills (also known as “the M streets”) is convenient to the Park Cities and Central Expressway, and Wilshire Heights to the east has everything from grand estates to ranch homes.

COMMUNITIES NORTH DALLAS North Dallas includes the areas of Preston Hollow, Oak Lawn, Bluff View and any part of Dallas that is north of downtown and south of 635/LBJ. The Preston Hollow area is noted for its country feel in the middle of the city. Trees, rolling hills, lakes and streams are prevalent in the area. The North Dallas area provides a lifestyle for everyone: historic areas, new construction, townhouses, estates, condominiums, high-rise living and single-family residences in the Dallas Independent School District.

It contains numerous private schools and large homes with rolling lawns, artistic landscaping, swimming pools and two- or three-car garages.

Reflecting the good life of the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s, the homes are elegant and spacious, particularly the Preston Hollow corridor between Preston and Inwood.

Architecture buffs will appreciate the subtle style changes as they travel north— into newer areas—on Midway, Inwood or Preston. East on some blocks of Walnut Hill and Royal, homes are built with as much as an acre between neighbors. Modern design is rare, while traditional homes are dominant in the area. Serving North Dallas, Park Cities and other prosperous Dallas neighborhoods is one of the most successful malls in the country—NorthPark Center, which is anchored by Neiman Marcus and other fine fashion retailers. NorthPark has a reputation for attracting many communityrelated special events.

Forest Hills, Little Forest Hills and Hollywood Heights are three of Dallas’s best-kept secrets. They are adjacent to the southeast shore of White Rock Lake and appropriately named for their towering native trees and gently rolling hills. Forest Hills features large brick and stone homes on deep lots with property values reaching the half-milliondollar range. Little Forest Hills and Hollywood Heights offer smaller, wood frame and brick cottages, many of which have been tastefully renovated and updated. Residents live within walking distance of the Dallas Arboretum and White Rock Lake.

Northeast Dallas was once known for its burgeoning apartment complexes, such as The Village. But the area also experienced significant growth in single-family residential developments. New homes south of LBJ Freeway, north of Northwest Highway and east of Central Expressway offer the latest in design and decorative motifs. The area west of White Rock Lake offers some of the best housing values in Dallas. Finely crafted older homes on the lake are some of the most beautiful in the city, yet are moderately priced. Incredibly, there are a couple of undiscovered enclaves within bicycling distance to the lake. Merriman Park and

Northridge Estates offer well-maintained older homes perfect for remodeling.

NORTHWEST DALLAS This neighborhood began to take shape in the 1950s when the city’s northward growth extended to Mockingbird Lane and Love Field Airport. Particularly in the Bluffview sector, the homes are a mix of small cottages and larger handsome two-story homes. With the revitalization of Love Field and the phenomenal success of its star commuter line, Southwest Airlines, nearby areas have reaped the rewards. Older shopping centers have been revamped and residents are remodeling rather than moving away.

Just west of the Park Cities and convenient to Love Field, Greenway Park is one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in this part of Dallas. These are traditional older homes on large lots built with several generations in mind. Many homes have guest houses for gracious entertaining or for sons or daughters attending nearby Southern Methodist University. Children’s parties and elegant weddings are often held outdoors amid lush landscaping to take advantage of Dallas’s mild weather.

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NORTHEAST DALLAS Lake Highlands and Lakewood make up part of this varied neighborhood. Lake Highlands is known for families involved in schools, churches and community activities. Residents enjoy easy access to White Rock Lake and Flagpole Hill, which are both major recreational attractions in the area.

Directly west of White Rock Lake, Lakewood and Lakewood Country Club Estates feature a charming mixture of quaint cottages set back on quiet shady streets and large homes lining impressive boulevards.

Popular with professionals who work downtown and employees of nearby Baylor Medical Center, Lakewood is a prestigious neighborhood. The area is noted for its easy access to White Rock Lake with its many recreational opportunities, beautiful trees, historical charm, eclectic restaurants and shops. Strong civic and social associations, such as the Lakewood Service League, ensure that roads and parks, such as Williamson Park, are improved through fundraising efforts.

In Uptown, visit hundreds of fine-dining and nightlife venues within walking or trolley distance. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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Oak Cliff is just five to 15 minutes southwest of downtown Dallas. One of Dallas’s more established neighborhoods; it was founded in the mid- to late-1800s after John Neely Bryan built his cabin on the banks of the Trinity River. When the river was rerouted to create more living area and less flood plain, Oak Cliff prospered as one of the finest locations in Dallas. Massive shade trees, rolling hills and spectacular views of the Dallas skyline make Oak Cliff unique in its beauty and a source of pride to its close-knit residents.

Historic Jefferson Boulevard is this neighborhood’s “Main Street.” Many young families are attracted to the civic pride shown

by Oak Cliff and to the short commute to downtown Dallas, The Dallas Zoo, DFW Airport and Arlington attractions.

The reawakened Bishop Arts District also makes its home in Oak Cliff. The city’s busiest trolley stop in the 1930s, this enclave is slowly becoming one of the city’s hottest properties. Artists, restaurateurs and small shop owners are turning north Bishop Avenue into a funky, creative mecca while restoring the area’s stunning 1920s buildings to their former glory. The district now has several restaurants, a coffee house, ice cream parlor and many gift/specialty shops.

The Park Cities are comprised of Highland Park and University Park. The cities are known for their high quality of living, beautiful parks, award-winning homes, closeness to downtown Dallas, excellent public schools, proximity to shopping centers and Southern Methodist University. The area also includes Dallas Country Club, Park Cities Club, Highland Park Shopping Village, magnificent places of worship and incredible restaurants. The area has some of the most unusual and palatial homes in the area. Many new homes are built on property where homeowners bought an older bungalow for the land, razed the home and rebuilt. The community features large shade trees, well-manicured lawns and a distinctive charm. Highland Park was laid out by Wilbur David Cook, the landscape architect who designed Beverly Hills, Calif.

OAKLAWN For many years the Oaklawn area of Dallas represented the closest thing to urban living offered in Dallas, with apartments and condominiums situated next to single-family residences. Retail and residential have coexisted in this pocket neighborhood on the fringes of downtown Dallas for many years, and have maintained their values through many market trends. Situated along historic Turtle Creek, Oaklawn’s blend of ethnicity and urban living attracts both upscale buyers for elegant highrises along Turtle Creek, and buyers for many affordable garden condominiums and town homes available in the area. Perry Heights— an exclusively residential area developed in the 1920s and ‘30s—conveys the neighborhood feel of the era and is within walking distance of urban activity.

Oaklawn is best known for its enviable location next to serenely winding Turtle Creek. High-rise condominiums offer luscious views of the creek and surrounding parks.

As the closest area for inner-city living just north of downtown, Oaklawn predictably has a lively appeal for nightlife and the arts, and is the home of the famous Dallas Theatre Center, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Many of the patrons and artists who populate the nearby Arts District live here, along with professionals who work downtown.

RED BIRD/MOUNTAIN CREEK This area features the most dramatic landscape in the county, including hills, trees and a beach. Recent commercial and residential development, low land prices, Joe Pool Lake, excellent highway accessibility, Mountain View College and Dallas Baptist University combine to make this area one of the fastest growing neighborhoods in the Metroplex. The community encompasses three business parks, boasts an abundant labor force, and benefits from excellent highway, rail and public transportation systems.

American Life and Culture Museum, Dallas Civic Garden, the Hall of State, Superpages. com Center, the Age of Steam Museum and the Fair Park Music Hall.

SOUTHEAST DALLAS Originally a semi-rural, single-family area, Southeast Dallas has experienced an influx in commercial and industrial development and a major increase in residential development since the early 1980s. The area provides opportunities as a key location for business and industrial parks along the I-30 and I-20 corridors. Retail developments along thoroughfares near the large residential areas have flourished as well. The development of Pleasant Grove has launched a revitalization campaign, and new homes and shopping centers are being built.

SWISS AVENUE HISTORIC DISTRICT Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Swiss Avenue Historic District is an influential neighborhood (Munger Place) that was first developed in 1905.

Each home was individually designed by an architect who adhered with stringent deed restrictions and a uniform setback from the street. The effects of the restrictions may still be seen today as the neighborhood leads the way in preservation within Dallas. Featuring more than 200 homes, the broad, landscaped boulevard of Swiss Avenue remains a premier neighborhood for residents of Dallas and a tourist destination for visitors or potential newcomers.

SOUTH DALLAS/THE CEDARS The South Dallas area offers excellent accessibility to freeways and highways. Just outside downtown is the historic Cedars neighborhood. It contains converted lofts, the Dallas Police Headquarters and several interesting galleries and restaurants. The famous Gilley’s country and western dance club anchors an entertainment complex here. The surrounding neighborhood was once home to the Sears Catalog and Distribution Center, which opened in 1913. Dallas’s southern neighborhood stretches to Fair Park’s many science, art and cultural destinations.

The Fair Park area is a mix of singlefamily homes and retail on the east, and multi-family units, commercial and industrial uses near downtown. Fair Park boasts one of America’s outstanding collections of Art Deco architecture and a living treasure of cultural destinations for the entire family. Some of the convenient points of interest located within Fair Park are: The Dallas Museum of Nature and Science, The Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park, the AfricanHighland Park holds onto its past by preserving the city’s history.

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COMMUNITIES The neighborhood regularly attracts strollers, joggers and history buffs. The architectural styles featured in the neighborhood include Neoclassical, Tudor, Spanish, Eclectic, Italian Renaissance, Colonial Revival and Prairie. For example, the Wilson Historic District—listed in the National Register of Historic Places—began as an urban renewal project that became one of the largest historic preservation projects in the city. The neighborhood is ringed by luxury town homes, condominiums and lofts within walking distance of downtown and Deep Ellum. East Garrett Park is just to the north.

TURTLE CREEK Frank Lloyd Wright referred to Turtle Creek as one of the most beautiful boulevards in the country. This prestigious and lush Dallas area is home to the city’s most luxurious high-rises and private residences.

Many new and old buildings line the boulevard, offering impressive views of the parks and fountains of Turtle Creek, as well as the famous downtown Dallas skyline. The area also is home to the world-famous hotel, The Mansion on Turtle Creek. The Dallas Theater Center nestles on the hillside overlooking the creek along with many of the areas most architecturally interesting homes. Central to the area is Lee Park, which is host to many of the city’s biggest social and civic events.

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UPTOWN Uptown, just north of downtown Dallas, is a dense, mixed-use neighborhood that invites walking. Although it is one of Dallas’s earliest settlements, redevelopment fostered a mix of new and old. The vintage streetcars of the McKinney Avenue Trolley provide a free tour and connect to modern light rail transit. Historic St. Thomas features wood frame houses restored to their early-20thcentury grandeur. Antique brick crosswalks and four of Dallas’s oldest burial grounds add to the unique flavor. At the same time, high-rise residences such as La Tour, The Mondrian, Gables Uptown Tower and 1999 McKinney offer ownership and rental options, and typically include fitness centers and shops.

One of the most architecturally handsome commercial centers in Dallas is The Crescent Hotel and office tower, with a beautiful courtyard and spiral walkway to exclusive retail shops and eateries. Hundreds more fine-dining and nightlife venues are within walking or trolley distance. During the day, browse through the numerous galleries and antique stores that cluster around Routh and Fairmount streets, and www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Victory Park offers residents sophisticated shopping, dining, and entertainment.

eat at chef-owned nouvelle cuisine restaurants. The West Village shopping center has trendy decorative and furnishing stores and fashion retailers, as well as an art house movie theater.

VICTORY PARK What was once an old brownfield site is now home to one of the nation’s most significant urban neighborhoods, Victory Park, a 75-acre neighborhood filled with options for sophisticated shopping, dining, entertainment and nightlife, and only steps away from jogging trails and green spaces.

Victory Park is in the heart of the “new Dallas”—an area west of downtown currently experiencing tremendous growth and offering unprecedented promise for the future. The Victory Park neighborhood is the crossroads for nearby urban districts, from Uptown to the Design District to the

Central Business District.

The restaurant scene offers everything from prime steaks to sensational sushi to savory Mediterranean cuisine. Victory Park also is an entertainment destination with easy access to the American Airlines Center and the House of Blues.

Today, Victory Park is one of the “greenest” developments in the country.

More than 1,000 trees have been planted in the neighborhood and all of the electricity in Victory Park is purchased from providers generating 100-percent renewable energy.

DFW-Area Cities Although many Dallasites love living in town, others prefer working in the city while living in suburban or rural homes.

That decision wasn’t always easy or practical in the past, but factors like the SPRING 2010

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"EEJTPO County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ......................... 13,400 2000 .................................................. 14,166 Average Apartment Rent ......................$877 Average MLS Home Price ............. $317,639 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Carrollton-Farmers ...................... Branch, Dallas & Plano ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site.........................www.addisontx.gov

(both residential and commercial) in the city’s history. Census takers expected Allen to exceed 70,000 residents by 2010, but this attractive suburb passed 80,000 residents in 2008. According to the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Allen will be the fastest growing city in North Texas over the next 15 years.

"MMFO County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................ 80,400 2000 .................................................43,554 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $846 Average MLS Home Price .............$236,133 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..........Allen, Frisco, Lovejoy, McKinney & Plano ISD SAT..............................................................1071 Web site .......................www.cityofallen.org

"MWBSBEP County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,950 2000 ................................................... 3,288 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................... Alvarado ISD SAT............................................................... 973 Web site................. www.cityofalvarado.org

"MWPSE County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ............................1,250 2000 ....................................................1,007 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25%

School District ............................. Alvord ISD SAT............................................................... 997 Web site ......................................................n/a

"OOB County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ............................8,100 2000 .................................................... 1,225 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $130,745 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................................Anna ISD SAT...............................................................935 Web site ....................... www.annatexas.gov

"OOFUUB County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,600 2000 ....................................................1,300 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $288,876 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ...............................Aledo ISD SAT............................................................. 1041 Web site.................www.annettanorth.com

"SHZMF County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,350 2000 ....................................................2,365 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .................Argyle, Denton & Northwest ISD SAT.............................................................1095 Web site ......................... www.argyletx.com

"MFEP County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,600 2000 .................................................... 1,726 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $256,293 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...............................Aledo ISD SAT............................................................. 1041 Web site ...................www.aledo-texas.com

ALLEN Located 12 miles north of Dallas along I-75, Allen is experiencing the fastest growth

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Soccer fans gather at Pizza Hut Park in Frisco.

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development of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) services and the excellent, everimproving highway systems make anything possible. Transportation is important, because the DFW Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) encompasses 12 counties— Collin, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant and Wise. More than 6 million residents live here. DFW’s population ranks first in Texas, ninth in the United States and among the top 50 MSAs worldwide.

Depending on where you choose to live and work in DFW, you still can enjoy everything from high-rise city living and sophisticated cultural events to peaceful ranch-style homes and relaxing outdoor activities.

Dallas is diverse in many ways, but popular residential areas do tend to have at least one common characteristic: educational excellence! More than ever, schools affect the success and growth of their cities.

For years, suburban development concentrated to the north, northeast and northwest of Dallas, largely because of the 1973 opening of DFW International Airport. During the 1980s, Collin and Denton counties were ranked among the 10 fastest growing counties in the nation. Recently, however, affordable land prices have awakened interest in southern and southwestern development.

The following section provides vital statistics on 200 DFW-area cities.

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#BSUPOWJMMF County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................1,400 2000 ....................................................1,093 Average Apartment Rent .......................$n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District .......... Argyle & Denton ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site........ www.townofbartonville.com

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Every year, residents sample some of the city’s great cuisine.

ARLINGTON Arlington is well known throughout the state and the Southwest as the “Entertainment Capital of Texas.” Among its many attractions and destinations, Arlington is the home of Six Flags Over Texas theme park, Hurricane Harbor (the nation’s largest water park) and the Texas Rangers who play in one of the most fabulous facilities in all of professional sports, Ameriquest Field. Straddling both I-20 and I-30, Arlington sits in the heart of the DFW Metroplex.

"SMJOHUPO County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .......................370,450 2000 ...............................................332,969 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $636 Average MLS Home Price .............. $80,890 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ........ Arlington, Fort Worth, Hurst-Euless-Bedford, Kennedale & Mansfield ISD SAT...............................................................996 Web site ...................www.ci.arlington.tx.us

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"VCSFZ County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................2,550 2000 ....................................................1,500 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............................ Aubrey ISD SAT.............................................................1035 Web site .......................... www.aubreytx.net www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

"[MF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 10,950 2000 ................................................... 9,600 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$146,529 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ..................................Azle ISD SAT...............................................................996 Web site...............http://azle.govoffice.com

BALCH SPRINGS An emerging city of nearly 20,000, overflowing with exciting developments and improvements, Balch Springs offers a telecom industry hub, family entertainment venues like Double D Ranch, soccer and baseball sports complexes, and the only Home Depot and Super Wal-Mart within the southeast Dallas area north of I-20. I-635, I-20 and U.S. 175 crisscross the city, offering easy commutes to and from Dallas and its surrounding cities.

#BMDI 4QSJOHT County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ......................... 23,250 2000 ..................................................19,375 Average Apartment Rent ......................$647 Average MLS Home Price ...............$86,730 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......Dallas & Mesquite ISD, SAT............................................................... 891 Web site ........... www.ci.balch-springs.tx.us

The city of Bedford is located in northeast Tarrant County, approximately 14 miles from downtown Fort Worth via S.H. 121 and around 22 miles to downtown Dallas. Bedford is a quality community in which to live, work and play. Bedford offers several recreational opportunities including nine parks totaling more than 150 acres and a family aquatic facility. Another gem in the Bedford Crown is the Old Bedford School.

#FEGPSE County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .........................49,700 2000 ...................................................47,152 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $659 Average MLS Home Price .............. $171,011 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ....... Grapevine-Collyville & Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ..................... www.ci.bedford.tx.us

BENBROOK Located in southwest Tarrant County adjacent to Fort Worth, Benbrook is praised for its quiet neighborhoods, strong school system and close proximity to DFW cultural and sporting events. It’s just 30 miles from Dallas, 23 miles from DFW International Airport and 20 miles from Alliance Airport, with easy access to major routes I-20, I-820 (loops around Fort Worth), U.S. 377 and S.H. 183.

#FOCSPPL County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .........................23,900 2000 .................................................20,208 Average Apartment Rent ......................$753 Average MLS Home Price .............$150,352 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............................. Crowley & Fort Worth ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .............www.cityofbenbrook.com

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COMMUNITIES CARROLLTON Carrollton is a quality-of-life community where connections happen. The city offers dynamic urban development opportunities and is the ninth largest city in the DFW Metroplex. Located only 10 miles from the DFW International and Love Field airports, it is the area’s only foreign trade zone. Carrollton is intersected by major highways and three rail lines, positioned to become one of four major transit hubs in the DFW Metroplex.

$BSSPMMUPO County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. .......................120,950 2000 ............................................... 109,576 Average Apartment Rent ......................$756 Average MLS Home Price ............ $188,040 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Coppell, Dallas, Lewisville & Plano ISD SAT.............................................................1050 Web site ............www.cityofcarrollton.com

Outstanding school districts may be found throughout the Metroplex.

County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,400 2000 ................................................... 2,388 Average Apartment Rent ......................$510 Average MLS Home Price .............. $139,161 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........Eagle Mt. Saginaw ISD SAT ..............................................................992 Web site...........www.bluemoundtexas.com

#PZE County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ............................1,250 2000 ....................................................1,099 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................................ Boyd ISD SAT...............................................................993 Web site .....................www.cityofboyd.com

#SJEHFQPSU County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ............................5,750 2000 ....................................................4,827 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Bridgeport ISD SAT............................................................... 975 Web site ............ www.cityofbridgeport.net

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BURLESON Founded in 1881 along a railroad line through open range livestock country, Burleson is located just 12 miles south of downtown Fort Worth. Families choose Burleson for the strong sense of community, proximity to the Metroplex, excellent schools and low crime rate. Major employers include Joshua and Burleson ISDs, Lowe’s Cos. Inc., Wal-Mart Inc., Lynn Smith Chevrolet and Burley Fence and Hardware.

#VSMFTPO County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. .........................34,350 2000 ................................................. 20,976 Average Apartment Rent ......................$831 Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........... Burleson, Crowley & Joshua ISD SAT ............................................................1032 Web site......................www.burlesontx.com

$BEEP .JMMT County ......................................................Hunt Population 2009 est. ............................1,200 2000 .....................................................1,149 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ................$97,252 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ....................Caddo Mills ISD SAT.............................................................1000 Web site ......................................................n/a

CEDAR HILL The oldest organized community in Dallas County, Cedar Hill is located in the Best Southwest area along the Old Chisholm Trail. Cedar Hill melds its pleasant peacefulness, rolling hills and trees with quality new residential and business development.

Residents are committed to a modern quality of life with small-town principles.

Cedar Hill offers easy access to downtown Dallas and outstanding air quality along with land availability and value.

$FEBS )JMM County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................45,600 2000 .................................................32,093 Average Apartment Rent ...................... $871 Average MLS Home Price .............$149,205 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, & Midlothian ISD SAT...............................................................889 Web site ................ www.cedarhilltxgov.org

$FMJOB County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ............................ 5,100 2000 .................................................... 1,861 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $226,366 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Celina, Gunter, DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

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COMMUNITIES Pilot Point & Prosper ISD SAT............................................................. 1001 Web site...........................www.celina-tx.gov

$IJDP County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. .............................1,100 2000 .......................................................947 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............................... Chico ISD SAT............................................................... 914 Web site .......... www.cityofchicotexas.com

CLEBURNE Located 29 miles south of Fort Worth and 55 miles southwest of Dallas, the city of Cleburne possesses a population of more than 30,000. The community has three area lakes, 12 parks, two public golf courses, two swimming facilities and multiple tennis and basketball courts to enjoy. Cleburne offers bowling, skating, soccer, baseball, a community theater, museum and two public library locations.

$MFCVSOF County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. .........................30,400 2000 .................................................26,005 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $596 Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ....... Cleburne & Joshua ISD SAT...............................................................980 Web site ...........................www.cleburne.net

Money magazine named Colleyville one of the “100 Best Towns in America.” The choice is easy to understand. Colleyville Center, the heart of the city’s cultural community, boasts an array of artistic programs while the city’s extensive trail system is a beacon for hikers and bikers.

$PMMFZWJMMF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 22,550 2000 ................................................. 19,636 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$501,953 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ....................................Carroll, Grapevine-Colleyville, Hurst-Euless-Bedford & Keller ISD SAT.............................................................1092 Web site ......................www.colleyville.com

$PNCJOF County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ............................1,850 2000 .................................................... 1,788 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ......... Crandall & Dallas ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .....................www.combinetx.com

$PNNFSDF County ......................................................Hunt Population 2009 est. ........................... 9,700 2000 .....................................................7,742 Average Apartment Rent ......................$793 Average MLS Home Price ................$97,252 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..................... Commerce ISD SAT.............................................................1020 Web site ................www.commerce-tx.com

COPPELL With country living, tree-lined streets and magnificent homes situated on the edge of a bustling metropolitan area, Coppell offers the best of both worlds. It may best be described as a growing city in the country, located adjacent to DFW Airport.

While the commercial and light industrial sector is experiencing dynamic growth, Coppell has set aside 297 acres of developed and future parkland in 14 park and recreational sites.

$PQQFMM County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................39,550 2000 .................................................35,958 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $990 Average MLS Home Price ............ $301,354 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Coppell & Lewisville ISD SAT .............................................................1135 Web site....................... www.ci.coppell.tx.us

Dallas’s population of more than 1 million ranks as the third largest city in Texas.

$PDLSFMM )JMM County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ........................... 4,450 2000 ...................................................4,443 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ................$97,619 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............................. Dallas ISD SAT............................................................... 891 Web site .................. www.cockrell-hill.tx.us

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COLLEYVILLE Situated in the heart of DFW, minutes from DFW International Airport, Colleyville offers the best of both worlds—big-city amenities coupled with a small-town atmosphere. It’s a combination that has made Colleyville a premier destination. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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$PQQFS $BOZPO County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................1,350 2000 .................................................... 1,216 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District .... Denton & Lewisville ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site............ www.coppercanyon-tx.org

DALLAS Dallas is the ultimate Texas city, offering unforgettable dining and entertainment, a plethora of shopping, state-of-the-art medical facilities, acclaimed educational institutions, ideal accessibility, thriving economic development and comfortable community appeal for growing families.

Dallas’s population of more than 1.2 million ranks as the third largest city in Texas and ninth in the United States.

%BMMBT CORINTH Strategically located as a gateway to the DFW Metroplex on I-35E, Corinth encompasses nearly eight square miles. Corinth was named 14th on the list of “Best places to Live in the DFW Suburbs” by D magazine. Experiencing residential and business growth since early 1990, Corinth currently is the “30th Fastest Growing Suburb in the United States” according to Forbes magazine. Corinth also is home to the North Central Texas College and served by Denton and Lake Dallas ISDs.

$PSJOUI County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ..........................19,700 2000 .................................................. 11,325 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $824 Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...............................Denton & Lake Dallas ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .................www.cityofcorinth.com

County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ................... 1,306,350 2000 ............................................ 1,188,580 Average Apartment Rent ......................$776 Average MLS Home Price ................$97,619 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Cedar Hill, Community, Coppell, Dallas, Duncanville, Forney, Garland, Grand Prairie, Highland Park, Irving, Lancaster, Lewisville, Mesquite, Plano, Richardson, Rockwall, Sunnyvale & Wylie ISD SAT............................................................... 891 Web site..........................www.ci.dallas.tx.us

%BMXPSUIJOHUPO (BSEFOT County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,350 2000 .................................................... 2,186 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $162,237 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........................ Arlington ISD SAT...............................................................996 Web site......................... www.cityofdwg.net

$SBOEBMM County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,600 2000 .................................................... 2,774 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..........................Crandall ISD SAT.............................................................1022 Web site ................www.crandalltexas.com

%FDBUVS County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ........................... 5,900 2000 ....................................................5,201 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........................Decatur ISD SAT............................................................... 997 Web site..........................www.decaturtx.org

$SPXMFZ County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 12,200 2000 .................................................... 7,467 Average Apartment Rent ......................$622 Average MLS Home Price ............. $115,302 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .....Burleson & Crowley ISD SAT...............................................................986 Web site ..................... www.ci.crowley.tx.us

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DENTON With its population breaking the 100,000 mark in 2006, Denton serves as the county seat of one of the top five fastest-growing counties in Texas. The city offers a smalltown ambiance with a charming and historic square downtown that is beautifully decorated during the Christmas season. In addi-

tion, Denton keeps pace with the demands of its growing population with an abundance of retail, restaurant and medical venues.

%FOUPO County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................107,250 2000 ................................................. 80,537 Average Apartment Rent ...................... $817 Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..... Argyle, Aubrey, Denton, Krum, Pilot Point, Ponder & Sanger ISD SAT ............................................................ 1010 Web site..................www.cityofdenton.com

DESOTO DeSoto is a culturally diverse community with rolling hills and spring-fed creeks. Homes range from affordable to luxury estates. In 2006, DeSoto was honored to be named an All-America City by the National Civic League which calls it “the Nobel Prize for Cities.” As DeSoto grows, it retains the flavor of a close-knit hometown community, with annual events like Creekfest, the Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration, Fourth of July Fireworks Show and the Annual Christmas Parade.

%F4PUP County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................48,700 2000 ..................................................37,646 Average Apartment Rent ......................$730 Average MLS Home Price .............$123,766 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................ Cedar Hill, Dallas, DeSoto, Duncanville & Lancaster ISD SAT............................................................... 875 Web site ....................... www.ci.desoto.tx.us

%PVCMF 0BL County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,600 2000 .....................................................2,179 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District .... Denton & Lewisville ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ....................www.double-oak.com

DUNCANVILLE Situated in the gently rolling hills and wooded terrain of the Best Southwest area of southwest Dallas County along DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

COMMUNITIES the White Rock escarpment, Duncanville borders I-20 and U.S. 67. It is a quiet town that boasts one of the lowest crime rates in the greater Dallas area. Touted as the “Perfect Blend of Family, Community and Business,” Duncanville offers a hometown family-friendly feel.

%VODBOWJMMF County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................38,850 2000 ................................................. 36,081 Average Apartment Rent ......................$723 Average MLS Home Price ............ $108,040 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............Cedar Hill, Dallas & Duncanville ISD SAT............................................................. 1001 Web site ....................www.duncanville.com

&EHFDMJGG 7JMMBHF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,600 2000 ....................................................2,550 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $115,302 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ............................. Crowley & Fort Worth ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ......... www.edgecliffvillagetx.com

ENNIS Established in 1872 as the northern terminus of the Houston and Texas Central Railroad, Ennis has a newly revitalized spirit that is filling historic buildings with shops and boutiques attracting many tourists to the area. Other major attractions and events include the annual National Polka Festival, the Texas Blue Bonnet Trails and the multimillion-dollar Texas Motorplex. Ennis’s quality of life is rounded by more than 300 acres of parks, a new regional medical center, abundant shopping and 33 churches.

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&OOJT County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. .......................... 19,100 2000 ................................................. 16,045 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ....................Ennis, Palmer & Surry-Rosser ISD SAT ............................................................1029 Web site.................... www.ennis-texas.com Farmers Branch’s Neighborhood Renaissance program reinvests in more mature residential areas. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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The stars seem bigger and brighter in Euless. Maybe it’s because Euless has one of the largest amateur sports complexes in Texas. Or it could be that Euless is developing into one of the most sought after business sites in the Metroplex.

Whatever the reason, Euless is definitely shining brighter than ever. Euless has built an all-encompassing sports center that offers golf, baseball, softball, soccer, fishing and walking trails along with several other recreation activities.

&VMFTT County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .........................54,200 2000 .................................................46,005 Average Apartment Rent ......................$729 Average MLS Home Price ............ $160,945 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........ Grapevine-Colleyville, Hurst-Euless-Bedford & Irving ISD SAT.............................................................1023 Web site ........................ www.ci.euless.tx.us

Morning News, for rethinking residential housing opportunities in 21st century suburbs. The city also sponsors a Neighborhood Renaissance Program, designed to reinvest in the more mature residential areas of the city.

*Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................... Farmersville ISD SAT.............................................................1000 Web site ...............www.farmersvilletx.com

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'BSNFST #SBODI County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .......................... 31,100 2000 ..................................................27,508 Average Apartment Rent ......................$913 Average MLS Home Price ............ $188,040 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Carrollton-Farmers Branch & Dallas ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .........www.ci.farmersbranch.tx.us

County ...............................................Rockwall Population 2009 est. ........................... 5,650 2000 .......................................................463 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$209,219 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............................ Rockwall & Royse City ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .......................www.cityoffate.com

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'BSNFSTWJMMF County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,350 2000 .....................................................3,118 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$118,988

County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,400 2000 .....................................................2,175 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160

Flower Mound’s central location allows for easy commutes into Dallas and Fort Worth.

&WFSNBO County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 5,800 2000 ................................................... 5,836 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ................$71,810 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............................Everman & Fort Worth ISD SAT...............................................................866 Web site .......................www.evermantx.net

'BJSWJFX County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................... 8,950 2000 ................................................... 2,644 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $325,668 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...................Allen, Lovejoy & McKinney ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site................... www.fairviewtexas.org

FARMERS BRANCH Farmers Branch is home to more than 3,000 businesses, 45 Fortune 500 companies and 86 corporate headquarters. Several new mixeduse and multi-family housing developments are underway in Farmers Branch, fulfilling the city’s potential, as described by The Dallas

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FLOWER MOUND Flower Mound boasts beautiful scenery, numerous well-maintained parks and recreational facilities. Nestled on the banks of man-made Lake Grapevine, Flower Mound is home to boating as well. At the corner of FM 3040 and 2499, visit “The Mound” from which the town is named.

Only eight minutes from DFW Airport, Flower Mound also has an easy commute to Dallas, Fort Worth and Irving, which are only minutes away.

'MPXFS .PVOE County .................................. Denton/Tarrant Population 2009 est ..........................62,800 2000 ................................................. 50,702 Average Apartment Rent ......................$852 Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .... Argyle, Coppell, Denton, Grapevine-Colleyville, Lewisville & Northwest ISD SAT.............................................................1099 Web site ..............www.flower-mound.com

'PSOFZ County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ......................... 12,850 2000 ................................................... 5,588 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............................Forney ISD SAT .............................................................. 973 Web site..............www.forneychamber.com

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'PSFTU )JMM County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ..........................11,950 2000 ................................................. 12,949 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $63,508 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............................Everman & Fort Worth ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site....................... www.foresthilltx.org

FORT WORTH Noted as the new Western Metroplex filled with friendly people, Fort Worth unites www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Plan an evening out at the ballpark and cheer on the Fort Worth Cats.

Western heritage, cultural attractions and sporting events into one amazing city. The economy offers diversity that ranges from the Texas Motor Speedway to the Stockyards and Kimbell Museum. Located only 17 miles from DFW Airport, the city is graced with a charm all its own complemented by historic buildings. Higher education offers schools such as Texas Christian University and others. Operating with six major hospitals, Fort Worth is one of the Southwest’s leading areas for medical treatment and research, with more than 70 area medical centers.

'PSU 8PSUI County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est ........................720,250 2000 .............................................. 534,694 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $694 Average MLS Home Price .............. $101,125 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........ Aledo, Arlington, Azle, Birdville, Burleson, Castleberry, Crowley, Eagle Mt. Saginaw, Everman, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Grapevine-Colleyville, Hurst-Euless-Bedford, Irving, Keller, Kennedale, Lake Worth, Mansfield, Masonic Home, Northwest & White Settlement ISD SAT............................................................... 916 Web site.................www.fortworthgov.com

FRISCO Frisco is located north of downtown Dallas just 25 minutes from DFW Airport and Love Field Airport. The town is adjacent to Legacy Business Park, the corporate home of EDS, J.C. Penney Co. Inc. and Frito-Lay. Lake Lewisville is just five minutes away and Lake Ray Roberts is only 30 minutes away. One of the fastest growing cities in America, Frisco has all the best amenities—sports, shopping, art and upscale accommodations.

'SJTDP County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. .......................100,800 2000 ..................................................33,714 Average Apartment Rent ......................$927 Average MLS Home Price ............ $278,464 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..................Frisco, Lewisville, Little Elm, McKinney & Prosper ISD SAT ............................................................1059 Web site....................... www.friscotexas.gov

GARLAND Garland, founded in 1891, has a strong industrial base with more than 5,582 businesses operating in the community. Garland’s SPRING 2010

COMMUNITIES attractiveness to relocating companies continues to increase with the opening of S.H. 190, the major new growth corridor for greater Dallas in the next decade. Garland has an environment conducive to family living. A variety of sports complexes, 243 acres of forests and more than 2,300 acres of parks makes the city highly attractive for outdoor enthusiasts.

(BSMBOE County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .......................228,350 2000 ............................................... 215,768 Average Apartment Rent ......................$697 Average MLS Home Price ............. $120,318 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............Community, Dallas, Garland, Mesquite, Plano, Richardson, Rockwall & Wylie ISD SAT ..............................................................987 Web site.......................www.ci.garland.tx.us

(MFOO )FJHIUT County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .......................... 12,100 2000 .................................................... 7,224 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$123,766 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........... DeSoto, Lancaster & Red Oaks ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .................www.glennheights.com

GRAND PRAIRIE Newcomers flock to Grand Prairie for the same reasons those born here never leave: a hometown feel, friendly attitudes and a perfect location. Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, Grand Prairie is an entertainment mecca. Recently named a “Best Place to live in the USA” by Money magazine and awarded the “Best Parks in America Gold Medal” by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Grand Prairie’s 54 parks and world-class recreation facilities cater to families, friends and fun.

(SBOE 1SBJSJF County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .......................168,500 2000 ................................................ 127,427 Average Apartment Rent ......................$739 Average MLS Home Price ..............$141,921 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......... Arlington, Cedar Hill, Dallas, Grand Prairie, Hurst-Euless-Bedford, Irving, Mansfield & Midlothian ISD SAT .............................................................. 975 Web site................................... www.gptx.org

(SBOEWJFX County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. ............................1,500 2000 ....................................................1,358

Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Grandview ISD SAT.............................................................1063 Web site ............. www.cityofgrandview.org

GRAPEVINE Grapevine provides its residents a comfortable lifestyle with a hint of country living. There are plenty of jobs and services related to nearby DFW Airport, but there are also other industries including tourist attractions such as three working wineries (that’s where the name Grapevine comes from), the quaint Tarantula Train and Lake Grapevine, the largest recreational lake in the area.

(SBQFWJOF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ..........................47,950 2000 .................................................42,059 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $904 Average MLS Home Price ..............$261,721 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ................... Carroll, Coppell, Grapevine-Colleyville, Irving, Lewisville & Northwest ISD SAT.............................................................1045 Web site ..................www.ci.grapevine.tx.us

GREENVILLE Shoppers move through the center court at Stonebriar Center.

Located in northeast Texas, Greenville is 45 miles from Dallas on I-30. Named for Thomas J. Green, a general in the Texas army and member of Congress, Greenville offers a hometown ambiance with the conveniences of an industrialized city. The community is home to the Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum and includes a wide array of civic organizations, churches, local parks, multiuse sports facilities, libraries, golf courses, nearby lakes and citywide festivals, concerts and celebrations.

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(SFFOWJMMF County ......................................................Hunt Population 2009 est. .........................26,600 2000 ...................................................24,117 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $599 Average MLS Home Price ................$97,252 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......................Greenville ISD SAT...............................................................994 Web site ..................www.ci.greenville.tx.us

COMMUNITIES 2000 ...................................................12,173 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........................Lake Dallas & Lewisville ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site................www.highlandvillage.org

)VETPO 0BLT County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. ............................1,850 2000 .................................................... 1,637 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............$200,584 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ....Aledo & Weatherford ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ...................www.hudsonoaks.com

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Dallas-area cities offers great public and private schools.

)BMUPN $JUZ County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .........................39,550 2000 ................................................. 39,018 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $660 Average MLS Home Price .................$72,171 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...............Birdville, Eagle Mt. Saginaw, Fort Worth & Keller ISD SAT .............................................................. 975 Web site..................www.haltomcitytx.com

)BTMFU County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ............................1,450 2000 .....................................................1,134 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $139,161 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Northwest ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site................................ www.haslet.org

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)FBUI County ...............................................Rockwall Population 2009 est. ........................... 6,850 2000 ....................................................4,149 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$209,219 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .........................Rockwall ISD www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

SAT.............................................................1047 Web site........................... www.heathtx.com

)JDLPSZ $SFFL County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................3,750 2000 ....................................................2,078 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ........................Lake Dallas & Lewisville ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site...............www.hickorycreek-tx.gov

)JHIMBOE 1BSL County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ........................... 8,650 2000 ................................................... 8,842 Average Apartment Rent ..................$2,685 Average MLS Home Price ..........$1,052,631 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................................. Dallas & Highland Park ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .................................. www.hptx.org

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Hurst is located in the heart of the DFW metropolitan area, 10 miles from downtown Fort Worth and 25 miles from downtown Dallas. The convenient location allows residents to live in a safe, well-maintained community and be just minutes away from two of the largest cities in Texas. Hurst is the “Quality of Life” city. A variety of churches, excellent schools, quality recreational facilities and safe neighborhoods all make Hurst a wonderful place to live.

)VSTU County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 38,750 2000 ................................................. 36,273 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $639 Average MLS Home Price .............$142,523 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............ Birdville, Grapevine, Hurst-Euless-Bedford & Keller ISD SAT.............................................................1023 Web site .......................... www.ci.hurst.tx.us

)VUDIJOT County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,050 2000 ................................................... 2,805 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ...............$54,788 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......Dallas & Lancaster ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site................. www.cityofhutchins.org

County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ......................... 15,200 SPRING 2010

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A strong taxable base of $8 billion has helped earn the city an AAA bond rating, one of only 19 cities in the United States to receive such an honor. Irving features a strong mix of upscale and down-home neighborhoods to suit a variety of tastes and virtually every budget. Homes from the $100,000s to the multimillions may be found in north Irving’s master-planned developments like Las Colinas and Valley Ranch. In south Irving, near historic downtown, the neighborhoods are much older and less expensive.

*SWJOH County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ....................... 212,250 2000 ................................................ 191,615 Average Apartment Rent ...................... $776 Average MLS Home Price .............$183,339 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............Carrollton-Farmers Branch, Coppell, Dallas, Grand Prairie, Grapevine-Colleyville, Hurst-EulessBedford, & Irving ISD SAT...............................................................980 Web site ......................www.cityofirving.org

*UBMZ County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ............................ 2,150 2000 ....................................................1,993 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ................................. Italy ISD SAT ............................................................1028 Web site.............................www.ci.italy.tx.us

+PTIVB County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. ............................ 5,100 2000 ................................................... 4,528 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............................. Joshua ISD SAT .............................................................. 976 Web site...................www.cityofjoshuatx.us

+VTUJO County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................ 3,150 2000 .................................................... 1,891 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Northwest ISD SAT.............................................................1024 Web site ....................www.cityofjustin.com

,BVGNBO County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ........................... 6,850 2000 ................................................... 6,490 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .........................Kaufman ISD SAT ..............................................................929 Web site........................www.kaufmantx.org

Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .................. Cleburne, Joshua & Keene ISD SAT............................................................... 977 Web site ..........................www.keenetx.com

KELLER Keller is located in northeast Tarrant County, 35 miles northwest of Dallas and just 18 miles north of downtown Fort Worth. The progressive, vibrant, family-oriented community is home to an outstanding school district and one of the region’s best recreational park systems. The city features two distinctive business districts. Old Town Keller occupies the original footprint of the City, where cottage shops and services are housed in historic buildings and homes. Keller Town Center is a mixed-use district where restaurant and retail opportunities meet with new urban-style residential development.

,FMMFS County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .........................39,450 2000 ..................................................27,345 Average Apartment Rent ......................$916 Average MLS Home Price ..............$315,719 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............. Carroll, GrapevineColleyville, Keller & Northwest ISD SAT.............................................................1035 Web site ....................www.cityofkeller.com

,FFOF County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. ...........................6,400 2000 ................................................... 5,003

,FNQ County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ............................1,250 2000 .....................................................1,133 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...............................Kemp ISD SAT............................................................... 931 Web site ......................................................n/a

,FOOFEBMF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 6,450 2000 ................................................... 5,850 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $161,682 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........ Arlington, Fort Worth, Kennedale & Mansfield ISD SAT...............................................................955 Web site ........... www.cityofkennedale.com Fort Worth has a little something for everyone.

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,SVN County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,900 2000 .................................................... 1,979 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ............................... Krum ISD SAT.............................................................1038 Web site .......................... www.ci.krum.tx.us

-BLF %BMMBT County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................7,200 2000 .................................................... 6,166 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $668 Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...............................Denton & Lake Dallas ISD SAT .............................................................. 991 Web site....................... www.lakedallas.com

-BLF 8PSUI County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 4,850 2000 ....................................................4,618 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$146,529 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........Castleberry, Eagle Mt., Saginaw, Fort Worth & Lake Worth ISD SAT...............................................................889 Web site..................... www.lakeworthtx.org College students will find a great variety of educational opportunities throughout the Metroplex.

-BLFTJEF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ............................1,300 2000 ....................................................1,040 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ..........$1,476,529 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District .............. Azle, Fort Worth & White Settlement ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site.....................www.lakesidetexas.us

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LANCASTER Located in southwest Dallas County, 15 minutes from downtown Dallas nestled in the convergence of three interstate highways, I-20, I-35 and I-45, Lancaster offers a setting with picturesque hills, creeks, trees and a rich historical heritage There are many quality of life programs and services including the Veterans Memorial Library, parks, several ponds, fishing www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

piers, a hike-and-bike trail, a nature preserve center, and an 18-hole golf course offering residents plenty to do and see.

-BODBTUFS County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................36,200 2000 .................................................25,894 Average Apartment Rent ......................$677 Average MLS Home Price ...............$85,919 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .....................Dallas, DeSoto, Lancaster, Red Oak & Wilmer-Hutchins ISD SAT ..............................................................834 Web site................... www.lancaster-tx.com

-BWPO County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ............................2,250 2000 .......................................................387 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a

Average MLS Home Price .............$161,904 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ....................Community ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site........................www.lavontexas.org

LEWISVILLE Just north of Dallas County, Lewisville’s residents host more than 6 million visitors annually, many of whom come to Lake Lewisville to enjoy the sailing, waterskiing, boating and fishing. Lake Grapevine is nearby to the southeast, making Lewisville the natural center of dining and entertainment for the southern Denton County area.

The city’s prime location along I-35E and 10 minutes from DFW Airport makes Lewisville a prime spot to visit, live or conduct business.

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County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ......................... 95,250 2000 ...................................................77,737 Average Apartment Rent ......................$779 Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ........... Coppell, Lake Dallas, Lewisville & Little Elm ISD SAT............................................................. 1037 Web site.............. www.cityoflewisville.com

-PXSZ $SPTTJOH County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ............................1,350 2000 .................................................... 1,229 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $220,845 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District .......................... McKinney & Princeton ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ....... www.lowrycrossingtexas.org

MANSFIELD Conveniently located in the southeast corner of Tarrant County, Mansfield is just 30 minutes from the DFW Metroplex.

This affordable and growing community of more than 51,000 residents has lured retail, commercial and upscale residential projects. The city also is adding to its many amenities with projects like Big League Dreams Mansfield—a baseball/ softball complex with major league replica fields—and Hawaiian Falls, a familythemed water park.

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LITTLE ELM Located along 66 miles of the northeast banks of Lake Lewisville, Little Elm provides easy access to Denton, Frisco, The Colony and, with the opening of Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge this year, access to Lewisville, Corinth and Highland Village. This relaxing atmosphere features country living but with the conveniences of the city. The community offers a wide variety of outdoor and water related recreational opportunities— Beard Park, Cottonwood Park and Marina, and Little Elm Park.

County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................... 5,350 2000 ................................................... 2,890 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $325,668 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District .......................Allen, Lovejoy, McKinney, Plano, Princeton & Wylie ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ......................... www.lucastexas.us

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County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ............................ 3,100 2000 .....................................................2,151 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........Kemp & Mabank ISD SAT...............................................................947 Web site ............................www.mabank.org

County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. .........................23,350 2000 ................................................... 3,646 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ........Frisco & Little Elm ISD SAT...............................................................936 Web site .........................www.littleelmtx.us

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.BOT­FME County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 55,950 2000 ................................................. 28,031 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $935 Average MLS Home Price ..............$185,110 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........ Alvarado, Mansfield & Midlothian ISD SAT .............................................................. 997 Web site................... www.mansfield-tx.gov

MCKINNEY Located 18 miles north of Dallas on North Central Expressway (U.S. 75), McKinney is the county seat of Collin County and the fastest growing city in the nation.

Unique industrial, office, retail and residential properties abound in McKinney.

The city is home to companies like Raytheon, Blockbuster Video, Experian and green facilities from Toyota and Wal-Mart Inc. New developments such as Adriatica

Lake Lewisville offers sailing, skiing, boating and fishing.

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P.O. Box 850137 Mesquite, TX 75185-0137.......................................................972-204-4925 ........................................................................................Fax: 972-204-4926 972-204-4962 ..............................................................................www.realtexasflavor.com If you’re looking for a destination with Real. Texas. Flavor., Mesquite’s tough to beat! Since 1958, the renowned Mesquite Championship Rodeo has provided visitors with the best in professional rodeo, where they can watch all the exciting PRCA action up-close, in air-conditioned comfort.

At the Mesquite Arts Center, visitors can find a rich variety of art exhibits, and musical and theatrical performances year-round. For those who love to shop, a trip to Town East Mall and The Rows of Texas, Mesquite’s dining, shopping and entertainment district is sure to thrill. Other attractions include the Devil’s Bowl Speedway, Florence Ranch Homestead, and the City’s downtown historic district. With more than 20 hotels, Mesquite has a variety of accommodations to fit every family’s needs and budget.

.FTRVJUF Turtle Creek is an urban oasis of beauty and serenity.

at Stonebridge Ranch, Craig Ranch and Bridge Street Town Centre boast European flavor and “New Urbanism” concepts.

.D,JOOFZ County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................121,850 2000 .................................................54,369 Average Apartment Rent ......................$837 Average MLS Home Price ............ $220,845 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............ Allen, Celina, Frisco, Lovejoy, McKinney, Melissa & Prosper ISD SAT.............................................................1045 Web site ...............www.mckinneytexas.org

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.D-FOEPO-$IJTIPMN County ...............................................Rockwall Population 2009 est. ............................ 1,750 2000 ....................................................... 914 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$209,219 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ..............Forney, Rockwall & Terrell ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site.....www.mclendon-chisholm.com

School District ............................Melissa ISD SAT .............................................................. 976 Web site................. www.cityofmelissa.com

MESQUITE Mesquite is a diverse and vibrant community bursting with Real. Texas. Flavor.

Just 15 minutes from downtown Dallas, Mesquite provides its residents with convenience and a wonderful quality of life. Mesquite ISD continues to win accolades, with two-thirds of its campuses now recognized or exemplary. Additionally, The Rows of Texas, Mesquite’s shopping, dining and entertainment district, is one of the largest in the Metroplex. The city also is home to the worldfamous Mesquite Championship Rodeo.

County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ........................137,850 2000 ............................................... 124,523 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $680 Average MLS Home Price ...............$86,730 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..... Dallas, Forney, Garland, Mesquite & Sunnyvale ISD SAT .............................................................. 976 Web site.........www.mymesquitetexas.com www.cityofmesquite.com

.JEMPUIJBO County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ..........................16,250 2000 ....................................................7,480 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $609 Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .........................Midlothian & Waxahachie ISD SAT............................................................. 1012 Web site ....................www.midlothian.tx.us

McKinney offers a unique mix of sports, culture and education.

.FMJTTB County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ...........................4,400 2000 ....................................................1,350 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............$206,309 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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/PSUIMBLF County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................2,250 2000 ....................................................... 921 Average Apartment Rent ......................$974 Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........Argyle, Northwest & Ponder ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site....................... www.northlake.tx.us

0BL -FBG County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ............................1,600 2000 ....................................................1,209 Average Apartment Rent ......................$631 Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ..........................Red Oak ISD SAT ...............................................................917 Web site.............www.hometown.aol.com/ oakleaftx/homepage.html

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.VSQIZ County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ......................... 13,500 2000 ................................................... 3,099 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $174,456 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............... Plano & Wylie ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site........... www.murphytx.org/home/

/FXBSL County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ............................1,000 2000 .......................................................887 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............Eagle Mt-Saginaw & Northwest ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site.................. www.newarktexas.com

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NORTH RICHLAND HILLS North Richland Hills is the entertainment center for families in northeast Tarrant County. Just minutes from Dallas and Fort Worth, the city offers many family-friendly amenities including NRH2O Family Water Park, Iron Horse Golf Course, Texas Brahmas Hockey, more than 800 acres of parkland, two senior centers and a new public library. As the third largest city in Tarrant County, North Richland Hills has a well-balanced blend of quality neighborhoods, retail centers, office buildings and industrial space.

/PSUI 3JDIMBOE )JMMT County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ..........................66,100 2000 ................................................. 55,635 Average Apartment Rent ......................$729 Average MLS Home Price .............$164,401 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................................. Birdville, .........Hurst-Euless-Bedford & Keller ISD SAT............................................................. 1051 Web site ...............................www.nrhtx.com

0WJMMB County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,850 2000 ................................................... 3,405 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ..............Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Midlothian & Red Oak ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ......................www.cityofovilla.org

1BMNFS County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ............................1,950 2000 .....................................................1,774 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............................Palmer ISD SAT................................................................917 Web site ......................................................n/a DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER速

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Midlothian is a growing community with great neighborhoods and an enhanced quality of life.

County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,600 2000 .....................................................1,747 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District .....Denton & Little Elm ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .............. www.oakpointtexas.com

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1BOUFHP County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ............................2,750 2000 ....................................................2,318 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $660 Average MLS Home Price ............ $185,000 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........................ Arlington ISD SAT ..............................................................996 Web site.............www.townofpantego.com

1BSLFS County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,500 2000 .................................................... 1,379 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $261,227 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ................ Allen & Plano ISD SAT ..............................................................996 Web site......................... www.ci.parker.tx.us

1FMJDBO #BZ County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ............................1,850 2000 ....................................................1,505 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$146,529 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ..................................Azle ISD SAT ..............................................................966 Web site.........................www.pecanhill.com

1MBOP County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ...................... 263,800 2000 .............................................. 220,030 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $863 Average MLS Home Price ............. $261,227 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..........................Allen, Frisco, Lewisville & Plano ISD SAT..............................................................1121 Web site ................................www.plano.gov

1POEFS County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. .............................1,150 2000 ....................................................... 507 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate.....................................................n/a School District .............................Ponder ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site.........................www.pondertx.com

1SJODFUPO County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. ........................... 5,950 2000 ....................................................3,477 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a

Average MLS Home Price ............ $108,033 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......................... McKinney & Princeton ISD SAT ..............................................................968 Web site..................... www.princetontx.gov

1SPTQFS County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. .............................7,100 2000 ....................................................2,097 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$320,927 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ............................Prosper ISD SAT.............................................................1039 Web site .........................www.prospertx.org

2VJOMBO County ......................................................Hunt Population 2009 est. ............................1,400 2000 .................................................... 1,370 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ................$97,252 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........................Quinlan ISD SAT...............................................................952 Web site ......................................................n/a

The City of North Richland Hills opened a new state-of-the-art public library in 2008.

1JMPU 1PJOU County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 4,050 2000 ................................................... 3,538 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...................... Pilot Point ISD SAT.............................................................1040 Web site ...........www.pilotpointonline.com

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PLANO Located just 20 miles north of downtown Dallas, Plano is the largest city in Collin County. The city features 85 public parks, three public libraries, three public golf courses, five public swimming pools and dozens of athletic facilities. Plano also draws more than 300,000 visitors annually for the Plano Balloon Festival. Plano is also known for its world-class corporate community, with companies such as EDS, JCPenney Co. Inc., Frito-Lay and Alcatel all calling the city home. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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3FE 0BL County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. ........................... 9,900 2000 ....................................................4,301 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $629 Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..........................Red Oak ISD SAT................................................................917 Web site .......................... www.redoaktx.org

3FOP County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. ............................2,750 2000 ....................................................2,441 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$102,401 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ....... Azle & Springtown ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site...................www.cityofrenotx.com

3IPNF County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ............................1,500 2000 ........................................................551 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Northwest ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ..................www.cityofrhome.com

Just one example of homes available in Dallas and surrounding communities.

RICHARDSON Richardson is a first-ring suburb known as the “Telecom Corridor¨” for its high concentration of telecommunications and other technology companies. More than 600 high-tech firms call Richardson home.

North Central Expressway bisects this city.

Major highways like the Bush Turnpike and I-635, as well as the DART light rail line, provide both residents and commuters convenient access to Richardson employers.

Richardson citizens enjoy an exceptional quality of life with more than 850 acres of parks and recreation amenities, a public library, the Richardson Symphony and other cultural groups, a 36-hole public

golf course, a country club and state-ofthe-art health-care services.

3JDIBSETPO County ....................................... Collin/Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................99,700 2000 ................................................. 91,802 Average Apartment Rent ......................$927 Average MLS Home Price ............. $176,766 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .....................Garland, Plano, ...................... Richardson, & Garland ISD SAT...............................................................982 Web site .....................................www.cor.net

County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 8,350 2000 .................................................... 8,132 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $506 Average MLS Home Price ............ $140,000 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............................Birdville & Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .................. www.richlandhills.com

3JWFS 0BLT County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ............................ 7,350 2000 ................................................... 6,985 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $139,161 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ....................... Castleberry & Fort Worth ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site..................... www.riveroakstx.com Richardson residents have easy access to many cultural venues.

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3PBOPLF County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 6,950 2000 ....................................................2,810 Average Apartment Rent ......................$816 Average MLS Home Price ..............$162,175 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Northwest ISD SAT.............................................................1024 Web site ................www.roanoketexas.com

PHOTO: JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL

ROCKWALL Rockwell is located 20 miles northeast of Dallas on the eastern side of Lake Ray Hubbard. Demographic data characterize residents as youthful, college-educated, high-income families who are attracted by the scenic beauty and resort-like lifestyle within the community. Rockwall is an easy commute to Dallas, but the city already enjoys many of the amenities of a larger city. Rockwall residents have plenty of shops and services to meet their needs. Major medical care is available at nearby regional hospitals.

3PDLXBMM County ...............................................Rockwall Population 2009 est. ..........................32,100 2000 ...................................................17,976 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $959

Average MLS Home Price .............$209,219 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .........................Rockwall ISD SAT.............................................................1047 Web site .........................www.rockwall.com

ROWLETT Rowlett is situated on Lake Ray Hubbard in northeast Dallas County, approximately 25 miles from downtown Dallas. Located just north of I-30, the city is convenient to shopping and entertainment destinations in the Metroplex. However, Rowlett also offers an escape to a relaxed atmosphere of lakeside living including numerous parks and picnic areas and boating and fishing for its 54,000 residents. Thousands of acres of undeveloped land are primed for this growth along the beautiful shores of Lake Ray Hubbard.

3PXMFUU County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................54,250 2000 .................................................44,503 Average Apartment Rent ...................$7,896 Average MLS Home Price .............$209,219 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......Garland & Rowlett ISD SAT.............................................................1000 Web site ...........................www.rowlett.com

3PZTF $JUZ County ...............................................Rockwall Population 2009 est. .......................... 10,150 2000 ....................................................2,957 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$209,219 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...................... Royse City ISD SAT .............................................................. 991 Web site.........................www.roysecity.com

3VOBXBZ #BZ County ......................................................Wise Population 2009 est. ............................1,250 2000 .....................................................1,104 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $139,986 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................... Bridgeport & Jacksboro ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site.................www.runaway-bay.tx.us

SACHSE Located within minutes of Lake Lavon and Lake Ray Hubbard, Sachse is an outdoorsman’s paradise. The city also is the home of Fallfest, an annual arts and crafts event that provides opportunities for community involvement. Major colleges and universities, sporting events, cultural events and much more are all nearby, but Sachse remains committed to maintaining its unique and desirable small-town atmosphere. Residents of Sachse, who live in Dallas County, attend Garland schools while Sachse’s Collin County residents attend Wylie schools.

4BDITF County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ..........................18,750 2000 .................................................... 9,751 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $862 Average MLS Home Price .............$150,208 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ...........Garland & Wylie ISD SAT...............................................................988 Web site ..................www.cityofsachse.com

SAGINAW Located nine miles north of downtown Fort Worth and 37 miles west of Dallas, Saginaw remains an agribusiness center with some of the largest grain storage facilities in the United States. The city is only minutes from Eagle Mountain Lake and Lake Worth, Alliance Airport, Texas Motor Speedway and Excellent schools may be found in the Plano area. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

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4BHJOBX County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 19,350 2000 .................................................. 12,374 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $624 Average MLS Home Price .............. $139,161 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........Eagle Mt.-Saginaw & Fort Worth ISD SAT...............................................................992 Web site .....................www.ci.saginaw.tx.us

4BOHFS County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 6,950 2000 ................................................... 4,534 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $483 Average MLS Home Price .............$150,414 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............................Sanger ISD SAT.............................................................1023 Web site ...................www.sangertexas.com

4FBHPWJMMF County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ......................... 13,850 2000 ................................................. 10,823 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $629 Average MLS Home Price ................$57,687 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................... Crandall, Dallas, Forney, Mesquite & Wilmer-Hutchins ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .......................... www.seagoville.us

4IBEZ 4IPSFT County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,400 2000 .................................................... 1,461 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $234,375 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ...............................Denton & Lake Dallas ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site................. www.shady-shores.com

4BOTPN 1BSL County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ........................... 4,250 2000 .....................................................4,181 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$146,529 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........................Castleberry, Fort Worth

SHERMAN Sherman is nestled in the Red River Valley, 60 miles north of downtown Dallas along the North Central Expressway (U.S. 75).

Sherman features city sophistication along with a country state of mind. Its unique combination of urban amenities and lei-

surely pace of life make it an ideal place to live or visit. Art lovers flock to the city’s great performances. Active residents enjoy excellent outdoor sports, recreation, events and venues, including Lake Texoma and the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge.

4IFSNBO County ................................................Grayson Population 2009 est. ......................... 38,077 2000 .................................................35,082 Average Apartment Rent ....................... N/A Average MLS Home Price ..................87,353 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................... Sherman ISD SAT.............................................................. N/A Web site............... http://cityofsherman.org

SOUTHLAKE The city of Southlake is centrally located in the DFW Metroplex along S.H. 114 between DFW and Alliance airports. Southlake’s high-ranking school districts, natural amenities and parks and recreation systems provide many reasons to live in one of the master-planned communities throughout Southlake. The local economy is strong with a diverse economic base of almost 1,600 businesses including 100 restaurants and almost 200 retailers.

4PVUIMBLF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .........................26,650 2000 .................................................. 21,519 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............ $600,789

Southlake is ideally located between Fort Worth and Dallas.

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the Federal Bureau of Printing and Engraving facility. Residents enjoy a balance of urban amenities and small-town quality of life.

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*Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............. Carroll, GrapevineColleyville, Keller & Northwest ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ..................www.ci.southlake.tx.us

4QSJOHUPXO County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. ............................2,750 2000 ................................................... 2,062 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$102,401 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .................... Springtown ISD SAT...............................................................942 Web site ......................www.springtown.net

4VOOZWBMF County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ...........................4,600 2000 ................................................... 2,693 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$352,227 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...................Forney, Garland, Mesquite & Sunnyvale ISD SAT ...............................................................n/a Web site............www.townofsunnyvale.org

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5BMUZ County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ............................1,600 2000 ....................................................1,028 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate................................................7.50% School District ...........................................n/a Web site.................................www.talty.com www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

5FSSFMM County .............................................. Kaufman Population 2009 est. ......................... 15,500 2000 ................................................. 13,606 Average Apartment Rent ......................$678 Average MLS Home Price ............. $124,579 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..............................Terrell ISD SAT...............................................................948 Web site .....................www.cityofterrell.org

THE COLONY Located 30 minutes north of downtown Dallas on the shores of Lake Lewisville in southeast Denton County, The Colony offers the best of both worlds—the excitement of urban life and the comfort of suburban living. The Colony’s strategic location is within easy access of DFW Airport, Legacy Business Park, the Dallas North Tollway and other major commercial centers and retail attractions.

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5IF $PMPOZ County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ......................... 40,100 2000 ..................................................26,531 Average Apartment Rent ......................$981 Average MLS Home Price ............. $150,143 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .............. Frisco, Lewisville & Little Elm ISD SAT.............................................................1050 Web site ....................www.thecolonytx.gov

5SPQIZ $MVC County ................................................. Denton Population 2009 est. ............................7,600

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COMMUNITIES 2000 ................................................... 6,350 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............. $471,477 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ......................Northwest ISD Web site ................www.ci.trophyclub.tx.us

UNIVERSITY PARK University Park is known for its lavish homes and affluent residents. Together, University Park and neighboring Highland Park are known as the Park Cities—perhaps the premier addresses in all of Dallas County.

University Park is extremely well cared for, and it maintains the best in city services.

With a low crime rate, effective police and fire departments and outstanding schools, it is often considered the perfect place to start or raise a family.

6OJWFSTJUZ 1BSL Urban residents may spend time in the many nature preserves throughout the city.

2000 ....................................................1,892 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............$118,344 *Tax Rate...............................................8.00% School District ...... Alvarado, Midlothian & Venus ISD SAT............................................................. 1013 Web site ..................... www.cityofvenus.org

7FOVT County ................................................ Johnson Population 2009 est. ........................... 2,850

Weatherford is the official peach capital of Texas.

WATAUGA Watauga continues to build its legacy of abundance and prosperity through aggressive economic growth, low crime rates, highly rated school districts, affordable housing and a small-town civic atmosphere. These factors, coupled with ready access to shopping, entertainment, recreation, airports and key business districts in the DFW Metroplex, make Watauga an attractive alternative for families and businesses alike. In 2008, CNN Money.com named Watauga the “Second Most Affordable Place to Live in the Nation.”

Waxahachie is home to many historically preserved buildings and homes that can be found throughout the city. Thousands of visitors come to the Waxahachie each year to see the Ellis County Courthouse, which was named one of Texas’s seven architectural wonders. The thriving community also offers modern amenities necessary for a great quality of life.

These include the Waxahachie Creek Hike and Bike Trail, Waxahachie Civic Center, Sports Complex, 16 city parks and a new senior citizens center.

8BYBIBDIJF County ........................................................Ellis Population 2009 est. .........................29,900 2000 ................................................. 21,426 Average Apartment Rent ......................$707 Average MLS Home Price .............. $151,160 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District .......Midlothian, Red Oak & Waxahachie ISD SAT............................................................. 1013 Web site ................... www.waxahachie.com

8BUBVHB County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ......................... 24,350 2000 ................................................. 21,908 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price .............. $99,098 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........Birdville & Keller ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ............................... www.cowtx.org

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WEATHERFORD Weatherford is a growing, thriving community that still offers a small-town atmosphere. New retail growth has brought much additional development to the I-20 corridor, while the downtown area has recently undergone renovation to enhance the historic square. Known as the “Cutting Horse Capital of the World” and “Peach DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

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County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. .........................23,350 2000 ................................................. 23,324 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ..........$1,052,631 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................................. Dallas & Highland Park ISD Web site ............................ www.uptexas.org

COMMUNITIES Capital of Texas,� this community knows the importance of embracing tradition while welcoming new growth. Weatherford is a wonderful place to call home or a relaxing place to visit for the weekend.

Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ................$97,252 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........................Quinlan ISD SAT...............................................................952 Web site ......................................................n/a

Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ................$97,252 *Tax Rate................................................ 7.75% School District ......................Wolfe City ISD SAT............................................................. 1031 Web site ......................................................n/a

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County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. .........................26,650 2000 ................................................. 19,000 Average Apartment Rent ..................... $580 Average MLS Home Price .............$149,476 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ................Millsap, Peaster & Weatherford ISD SAT.............................................................1035 Web site ............. www.ci.weatherford.tx.us

8FTU 5BXBLPOJ County ......................................................Hunt Population 2009 est. ............................ 1,750 2000 ....................................................1,462 Weatherford has grown from a traditional farming/ ranching community with quaint courthouse square to a suburban residential and commercial center.

8FTUXPSUI 7JMMBHF County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. ............................ 3,100 2000 .................................................... 2,124 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............$249,843 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ...........................Castleberry, Fort Worth & White Settlement ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site .......... www.cityofwestworth.com

8IJUF 4FUUMFNFOU County ..................................................Tarrant Population 2009 est. .......................... 16,150 2000 ..................................................14,831 Average Apartment Rent ......................$524 Average MLS Home Price .............$150,352 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ........................ Fort Worth & White Settlement ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ....www.ci.white-settlement.tx.us

8JMMPX 1BSL County ....................................................Parker Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,900 2000 ................................................... 2,849 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ............$200,584 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ....Aledo & Weatherford ISD SAT ...................................................................n/a Web site ...................... www.willowpark.org

WYLIE Located just 24 miles northeast of downtown Dallas on S.H. 78, the city of Wylie possesses an outstanding independent school district, low crime rate and expanding business climate. The town of 40,000 residents offers a unique downtown shopping experience, a selection of nationally known retailers and restaurants, and is only minutes from additional major shopping, entertainment, higher education and business centers located in Garland, Plano and Richardson. Nearby Lake Ray Hubbard and Lake Lavon offer recreational opportunities.

8ZMJF County .................................................... Collin Population 2009 est. .........................38,300 2000 ...................................................15,132 Average Apartment Rent ......................$760 Average MLS Home Price ............. $174,456 *Tax Rate...............................................8.25% School District ..Community, Farmersville, Garland, Lovejoy, Princeton, Rockwall & Wylie ISD SAT...............................................................993 Web site .......................www.wylietexas.gov

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8JMNFS County ....................................................Dallas Population 2009 est. ........................... 3,300 2000 ................................................... 3,393 Average Apartment Rent .........................n/a Average MLS Home Price ...............$54,788 *Tax Rate................................................7.25% School District ...............Ferris, Lancaster & Wilmer-Hutchins ISD SAT................................................................n/a Web site ......................................................n/a

8PMGF $JUZ County ......................................................Hunt Population 2009 est. ............................1,600 2000 .................................................... 1,581 www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Population ..................... North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG),U.S. Bureau of the Census Average Apartment Rent .............................. M/PF Research, Inc. Average MLS Home Price ...........Greater Dallas Association of Realtors *Tax Rate...............County Appraisal OfďŹ ces School District(s) ........ North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) * The city, primary school district and county tax rate combined.

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Dear Dallas Regional Chamber®, I would like to thank you so very much for the relocation guides that your company so generously provided to us. As you know, I work in human resources in Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine.

I process all our new hires through the system. About 40 percent are now coming to us from out of state.

It is wonderful to have these guides to give out to those who are unfamiliar with the area that they are moving to. The vast majority of people who come here from out of state are totally overwhelmed and do not know where to start to get their bearings. Most ask,“Now that I have a job to come to, where do I go from here?” At that point in time it is a delight to offer them the relocation guide.

Once these people have relocated and settled in to their jobs and homes, so many stop in to human resources and tell us how wonderful it was to have the relocation journal to rely on that they never could have survived without it.

Baylor Regional Medical Center is certainly grateful to you and your company for all the assistance that you have given us in obtaining these guides and being able to give one to each of our non-local new hires that come in. It has been a wonderful tool for so many and people rave about this tool. They frequently come to us for a new hire screening and health screening after they have accepted an offer and then return to their home state to start making arrangements to move. The book has a wealth of information and has assisted so many to make informed decisions while still away from the area. Everyone says that it is the best thing they could have received before they start their long journey.

We are very proud to be able to supply our new hires with such a publication. It has so much information and so many beautiful pictures of the area, when people get here they do not feel quite as much as a stranger to the area. Thank you again so much. We love your guide and hope to please our new employees (and some of our current ones also) with it for many years to come. Working with you has been a pleasure.

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Alma Annetta North Aurora Bardwell Blue Ridge Briar Oaks Campbell Celeste Clark Cool Cooper Corrall City Cottonwood Cresson Cross Timber Crossroads Godley Grays Prairie Hackberry Hawk Cove Hebron Howard Josephine Krugerville Lake Bridgeport Lakewood Village Lincoln Park Lone Oak Marshall Creek Maypearl Milford Millsap Mineral Wells Mobile City Nevada New Fairview New Hope Neylandville Northlake Oak Grove Oak Ridge Paradise Pecan Gap Pecan Hill Ponder Post Oak Bend Rio Vista Rosser Sanctuary Scurry St. Paul Sunset Westlake Weston Westover Hills

Ellis Parker Wise Ellis Collin Johnson Hunt Hunt Denton Parker Delta Denton Kaufman Parker Johnson Denton Johnson Kaufman Denton Hunt Denton Ellis Collin Denton Wise Denton Denton Hunt Denton Ellis Ellis Parker Parker Rockwall Collin Wise Collin Hunt Denton Kaufman Kaufman Wise Denton Ellis Denton Kaufman Johnson Kaufman Parker Kaufman Collin Wise Denton Collin Tarrant

AVERAGE MLS HOME PRICE

$154,776 $277,618 $150,963 $154,776 $91,941 $119,189 $103,634 $103,634 n/a $198,060 $90,564 $151,202 $139,893 n/a $119,189 $151,502 $119,189 $139,893 $152,502 $103,634 $149,749 $154,776 $151,735 $151,502 $150,963 $151,502 $151,502 $103,634 $433,764 $154,776 $154,776 $198,068 n/a $217,897 n/a $150,963 $219,072 $103,634 $151,502 $139,893 $139,893 $150,963 $151,502 $154,776 $151,502 $139,893 $119,189 $139,893 $114,634 $139,893 $170,588 $150,963 $433,764 $196,195 $228,864

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SCHOOL DISTRICT

Ennis ISD Aledo & Weatherford ISD Boyd & Northwest ISD Ennis ISD Eagle Mt. Saginaw ISD Burleson ISD Campbell, Commerce & Greenville ISD Celeste ISD n/a Garner & Millsap ISD Denton & Lewisville ISD n/a Scurry-Rosser ISD n/a Burleson & Joshua ISD Aubrey & Denton ISD Godley ISD Scurry-Rosser ISD Little Elm ISD n/a Carrollton-Famers Branch, Lewisville & Plano ISD n/a Caddo & Community ISD Aubrey ISD Bridgeport & Jacksboro ISD Little Elm ISD Denton ISD Lone Oak ISD Northwest ISD Maypearl ISD Milford ISD Millsap ISD Garner, Millsap, Mineral Wells & Perrin-Whitt Cons. ISD Rockwall ISD Community ISD Boyd, Decatur & Northwest ISD McKinney ISD Commerce ISD Argyle, Northwest & Ponder ISD Kaufman ISD Kaufman & Terrell ISD n/a n/a Red Oak & Waxahachie ISD Ponder ISD Kaufman & Terrell ISD Rio Vista ISD Scurry-Rosser ISD Azle ISD Scurry-Rosser ISD Wylie ISD n/a Carroll, Keller & Northwest ISD Anna, Celina, McKinney & Van Alstyne ISD Fort Worth ISD

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The DART Rail System provides fast, convenient service to work, shopping and entertainment destinations.

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City and County Tax Rates

TH I S SECTI ON OF TH E G UI D E provides newcomers with important tips, directions and facts to help them get acquainted with the city.

From registering the car to obtaining voter registration, this section should alleviate some head-aches and make the transition smoother.

Voter Registration Texas Family Code Banking Banks and Financial Services

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Media Emergency Response Special Needs

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TRANSITION SMOOTHER.”

Dallas is part of the large metropolitan area in North Central Texas often referred to as the “Metroplex.” The Metroplex, a 12-county area encompassing more than 120 cities, is joined together by the cities of Dallas in the east and Fort Worth in the west.

Geographically, the Metroplex sits at the edge of the Texas Plains on the west and the Piney Woods on the east. Lying 300 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico, it is a land of low hills rising no more than 1,200 feet above sea level. Indigenous plants are oak, elm, cacti, sage, pine, dogwood, holly and honeysuckle. Flat backlands and sand clay soils drain to the Trinity River.

Texas is the second largest state in the union after Alaska and now the second largest in terms of population, trailing only California.

Dallas is the eighth largest city in the nation, and the third largest in the state after Houston and San Antonio. The city alone has an estimated population of 1,279,910; its Primary Metropolitan Statistical DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

I N F O R M AT I O N Area (PMSA), which extends to Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Henderson, Hunt, Kaufman and Rockwall counties, is estimated to include more than 3 million people. The DFW Consolidated Metropolitan Statistical Area (CMSA) has an estimated 2008 population of 6.5 million, making it larger than the Houston-Galveston CMSA. Dallas is the center of government for Dallas County, and the city houses many federal courts.

Dallas is about 200 miles north of Austin, the state capital, and about 250 miles north-west of Houston. El Paso, located in the far southwestern corner of the state, is 600 miles away; Fort Worth is a mere 30 miles from Dallas.

Driving If you have lived in a large urban area before, traffic in Dallas should not be surprising. As with any large city, allow extra time when driving because of potential construction and traffic delays. Local television and radio stations provide regular reports on rush hour delays and accidents along with information on alternate routes.

Be sure to have your engine cooling system checked before driving in Dallas, especially in the fall. Traffic and summer heat will demand good engine cooling.

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LOCAL LAWS Texas law requires that the driver and front-seat passenger wear safety belts.

Infant seats also are required.

Highway traffic has the right of way and does not need to yield to entering traffic. Turning right on red is legal unless otherwise indicated. It is unlawful to drive while consuming alcoholic beverages.

Texas has a mandatory automobile liability insurance law. If you are stopped for any reason, you may be asked to show proof of liability insurance. This insurance must cover: r CPEJMZ JOKVSZ QFS QFSTPO r QFS QFSTPO QFS BDDJEFOU r QSPQFSUZ EBNBHF A copy of the Texas Motor Vehicle laws is available from the General Services Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, P.O. Box 4087, Austin, TX 78773.

Transportation HIGHWAYS AND ROADS The Dallas freeway system provides numerous well-kept east-west and northsouth corridors. Since the city is the hub of business in North Central Texas, many major highways intersect each other www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Several toll projects keep drivers moving throughout the Metroplex.

with-in the city, providing direct routes to other major Texas cities.

Roads within the city are generally wide and well marked. Numerous streets in downtown Dallas are one-way to provide for easy rush-hour access. Downtown Dallas also has plenty of parking garages, street parking lots and streetside meters.

As in most large cities, certain streets have two names: one that is found on road maps, and one for common local reference. In Dallas, these are: r Airport Freeway—S.H. 183 from S.H. 114 to the south DFW Airport entrance. r President George Bush Turnpike—PGBT, S.H. 190, S.H. 161 in Las Colinas. r John W. Carpenter Freeway—S.H. 183 and S.H. 114 from I-35 E to the north DFW Airport entrance. r C.F. Hawn Freeway—U.S. Highway 75 south of downtown. r Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway (LBJ)—I635, begins at the north entrance of DFW Airport and circles the city from the north, east and south; it includes I-20 in the south. r Loop 12—Inner-city loop including North-west Highway on the north; Buckner Boulevard on the east; Ledbetter Drive on the south; and Walton Walker Boulevard on the west.

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Atlanta ............................................................781 Baltimore....................................................1,369 Boston ......................................................... 1,766 Charlotte .................................................... 1,766 Chicago .......................................................... 967 Denver............................................................ 879 Detroit .........................................................1,195 Kansas City....................................................550 Los Angeles ................................................ 1,437 Miami .......................................................... 1,359 New York .................................................... 1,553 Philadelphia ............................................... 1,467 Phoenix .......................................................1,065 San Francisco ..............................................1,817 Seattle.........................................................2,202 Washington D.C. ........................................1,331 SOURCE: GOOGLE MAPS; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/09; *DISTANCES BY INTERSTATE HIGHWAY FROM DALLAS-FORT WORTH TO SELECTED U.S. CITIES

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I N F O R M AT I O N r Tom Landry Highway—I-30 between I-35E in Dallas and I-35W in Fort Worth. r Marvin D. Love Freeway—U.S. Highway 67 from I-35E to I-635 south of downtown. r North Central Expressway—U.S. Highway 75 from downtown to the north. r South Central Expressway—U.S. Highway 75 from downtown to the south. r Julius Schepps Freeway—I-45 from downtown to the south. r Stemmons Freeway—I-35E from downtown to the north. r R.L. Thornton Freeway—begins at I-35E and U.S. Highway 77 south of Dallas at the I-635 interchange, passes just south of downtown and continues east at I-30. r Elmer Weaver Freeway—U.S. Highway 67 from I-635 to the south. r Woodall Rodgers Freeway—Spur 366, the short freeway that connects I-35E with U.S. Highway 75 and I-45.

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DALLAS NORTH TOLLWAY

To keep vehicles moving smoothly on toll roads, the NTTA has developed a safe, fast and reliable system of toll collection. In 1989, the Dallas North Tollway became the first operational road in the world to use high technology, automatic vehicle identification transponders, or TollTags®, for toll collection. TollTags® save time and alleviate congestion by allowing drivers to pay tolls at ramps and plazas without stopping to pay an attendant. The NTTA offers price incentives to customers using TollTags® on the Dallas North Tollway, and all NTTA facilities are equipped to accept the electronic transponders.

TollTags have recently undergone a makeover, transforming from the hard case of the original design into a sleek, slim, adhesive version, similar to a vehicle registration sticker. The new TollTag comes with

The Dallas North Tollway (DNT) is a fast, safe, convenient connection for motorists between downtown Dallas and cities in northern Dallas, Collin and Denton counties. It is a 32-mile, six-lane, “main street of the Metroplex” passing through or along the cities of Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Plano and Frisco. More than 1.4 million toll transactions occur each day.

In comparison to other toll roads, the Dallas North Tollway has one of the best safety records in the country. The Dallas North Tollway connects with major traffic arteries in the areas it serves: Stemmons Freeway (I-35E), LBJ Freeway (I-635), Frankford Road, Park Boulevard (F.M. 544), Legacy Drive and S.H. 121.

Social activities, entertainment and dining choices add to the ambiance of any neighborhood.

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The Metroplex, a 12-county area encompassing more than 120 cities, is joined together by the cities of Dallas in the east and Fort Worth in the west.

all the great benefits of the existing TollTag, the main difference is the new look.

The NTTA has always prided itself on being at the forefront of technology and selfadhesive transponders are the next revolution of transponders. As the ability to read transponders has improved throughout the years, the result is a smaller, more efficient transponder for the public.

TollTag customers will continue to save money over cash and ZipCash paying customers. TollTag access to airport parking at DFW and Love Field airports and the ability to use your TollTag on toll roads throughout the state will not change.

However, once the new sticker TollTag has been installed it cannot be removed without damaging the TollTag. If the TollTag is removed, the internal chip is destroyed and cannot be read by the sensors on the roadway. A new TollTag must be installed immediately.

The old hard case TollTags® will still work. Customers are not required to exchange their hard case TollTags® for the newer model, however, if they choose to they can at no additional charge. All the rules associated with the TollTag will be unchanged including the ability to have up to three TollTags®, a family pack, on one account at no additional charge. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Also, you can receive the new sticker TollTags® without immediately activating it, making it the perfect gift. Before traveling on the NTTA facilities with your new sticker TollTag, make sure that you call and activate the account.

To find a TollTag location near you, please visit www.NTTA.org or call 972-818-NTTA. You can also pick up the new TollTag at the NTTA Customer Service Center located at 5900 West Plano Parkway, Suite 200 in Plano, or at the NTTA TollTag Store at 12300 Inwood Road, Suite 100 in Dallas.

NTTA CONVERTING TO ALL-ELECTRONIC TOLL COLLECTION SYSTEM-WIDE If you frequently drive on the Dallas North Tollway, you may notice a difference between the Wycliff Avenue gantry and the rest of the gantries on the NTTA system. Toll collection at the Wycliff Avenue gantry is all-electronic. At Wycliff Avenue, motorists without a TollTag do not have the option to stop to pay cash. Instead, a picture is taken of their license plate and they are billed by mail, at the higher ZipCash, or cash rate.

All NTTA customers benefit from enhanced safety and improved traffic flow as a result of the removal of the plazas and subsequent elimination of stop-and-go, weaving traffic

patterns. ZipCash customers (customers on NTTA roadways with-out a TollTag) benefit from the added convenience of ‘driving now and paying later.’

The NTTA was able to develop solutions for issues that could arise with an all-electronic system by testing all-electronic tolling at Wycliff Avenue. The NTTA also wanted to make sure that this transition, while beneficial, was sensitive to employees who would be impacted by the decision to go to electronic toll collection as well as customers who choose to use cash as a method of payment.

The plan calls for all NTTA-operated facilities to be transitioned to all-electronic toll collection in 2010. Early transition plans indicate the agency will transition the Dallas North Tollway, the Addison Airport Toll Tunnel and the Mountain Creek Lake Bridge to electronic toll collection in 2009 and 2010. The President George Bush Turnpike will be transitioned to electronic toll collection in 2008 and 2009.

ADDISON AIRPORT TOLL TUNNEL The Addison Airport Toll Tunnel (AATT) opened to traffic February 1999 and was designated the first toll tunnel in the state of Texas. The AATT allows motorists to continue eastbound or westbound on Keller Springs Road, which once terminated on either side of Addison Airport. The Toll SPRING 2010

I N F O R M AT I O N Tunnel greatly expands traffic capacity in the northern sector of Dallas, Addison and Carrollton by offering an alternative eastwest route to I-35 E. Currently, the AATT is handling an average of 8,000 transactions per day. The project is 3,700 feet in length XJUI B QSJDF UBH PG NJMMJPO 5IF BDUVBM tunnel is approximately 1,600 feet in length.

PRESIDENT GEORGE BUSH TURNPIKE The President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT), which opened its first segment from Midway to Preston roads in 1998, gives a boost to eastwest traffic within a major developing economic area in the northern half of the Dallas Metroplex. It links commuters to high-tech corridors and corporate headquarters and gives motorists additional access to Central Expressway (U.S. 75), the Dallas North Tollway, I-35, LBJ Freeway (I-635) and S.H. 78 in Garland. It also presents an alternative route to the DFW International Airport, another major economic generator in North Texas. President George Bush Turnpike will undergo construction to extend to I-30 by 2011.

sive network of DART Rail, Trinity Railway Express (TRE) and bus services moves more than 200,000 passengers per day across its 700-square-mile service area.

To promote ride sharing, DART also operates a system of high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes allowing carpoolers to whiz past freeway traffic jams. More than 110,000 commuters use DART HOV lanes each weekday.

ENJOY THE BEST IN BUS SERVICES DART operates local and express bus routes serving Addison, Carrollton, Cockrell Hill, Dallas, Farmers Branch, Garland, Glenn Heights, Highland Park, Irving, Richardson, Rowlett, Plano and University Park. To get going, call DART Customer Information at 214-979-1111 with your origin, destination and desired time of travel. Helpful operators will recommend the most convenient route and

departure time, quote the one-way fare, and advise you of any necessary transfers along the way. Customers also can plan bus and rail trips from the convenience of their personal computers with the new online DART Trip Planner available on www.DART.org, DART’s popular Web site.

When traveling in downtown Dallas, visit the DART Store at Akard Station for printed schedules or a system map. Schedules also are available at many libraries and other government centers in the DART Service Area.

RIDE THE RAILS TO MORE DESTINATIONS AND MORE SAVINGS The DART Rail System provides fast, convenient service to work, shopping and entertainment destinations in Dallas, Garland, Plano and Richardson. Plus, its TRE commuter line links DART customers to DFW International Airport and downtown Fort Worth.

MOUNTAIN CREEK LAKE BRIDGE Mountain Creek Lake Bridge in southwestern Dallas County opened in 1979. The project extends eastward two and one-half miles from the intersection of Spur 303 and southeast 14th Street in Grand Prairie to the intersection of Spur 303 and Mountain Creek Parkway in Dallas. It provides motorists with a direct east-west crossing between the Oak Cliff section of Dallas and Grand Prairie.

The bridge design allows for a 34-foot roadway and shoulders with room for passing a stalled vehicle. The structure is 7,425 feet long and provides a 10-foot clearance above the lake surface. The MCLB provides a short, direct route across, rather than around, Mountain Creek Lake.

LEWISVILLE LAKE TOLL BRIDGE The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) has completed the construction of the Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge (LLTB) in Denton County.

As part of a regional effort, NTTA is working cooperatively with Denton County, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the cities of Frisco, Little Elm and Lake Dallas to build the bridge portion of the 13.8-mile overall Lewisville Lake corridor project.

DART: Make the Going Easy Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) gets you around Dallas and 12 surrounding cities with modern public transit services and customer facilities tailored to make your trip fast, comfortable and economical. DART’s exten-

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I N F O R M AT I O N Free parking is available at most rail stations, and all are served by DART bus routes specially timed to make transfers between buses and trains quick and easy.

Popular shopping and entertainment destinations near DART Rail stations in Dallas include NorthPark Center and Upper Greenville Avenue (Park Lane Station), West Village (Cityplace Station), Mockingbird Station (Mockingbird Station), the Dallas Museum of Art (St. Paul Station), American Airlines Center and the entertaining West End Historic District (West End Station), Reunion Arena (Union Station), the Dallas Convention Center (Convention Center Station) and The Dallas Zoo (Dallas Zoo Station).

Popular destinations in surrounding cities include the Renaissance Hotel and the Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts (Galatyn Park Station in Richardson); downtown Plano, the ArtCentre of Plano and the Courtyard Theater (Downtown Plano Station); the Granville Arts Center (Downtown Garland Station); and downtown Irving (South Irving Station).

And now DART customers can get something extra for the price of their ticket or pass—great values at stores, restaurants and attractions offering DART destination deals. Hundreds of establishments have joined DART’s new destination partner program to offer discounts and other moneysaving deals to anyone with a valid DART or TRE ticket or pass. Participating locations can be identified by a destination deals decal in their window.

The DART destination deals guide provides a comprehensive list of restaurants, shops, museums, theaters and other entertainment venues located within a quarter-mile of one of the 35 DART Rail stations or along a shuttle or streetcar route connected to a station. The guide is organized into sections for each station, and establishments offering destination deals are highlighted for easy reference, along with their specific offers. The new, expanded guide also includes a section highlighting deals offered along the TRE and in Fort Worth.

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TAKE THE TRAIN TO AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER Whether you’re headed to a concert, a Dallas Mavericks basketball game or a Dallas Stars showdown on the ice, ride DART Rail to events at American Airlines Center (AAC). Coming from Fort Worth or the Mid-Cities? The TRE is the ticket Monday through -Saturday. Visit www.

DART.org/Victory for details. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

As one of the busiest airports in the world, the opportunities for DFW International Airport have never been greater.

TRAVEL TIMES BY AIR CITY

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TRAVEL TIME

Mexico City, Mexico (MEX) ................... 931mi/1,497km .......................................... 2 hrs. 32 min.

Toronto, ON, Canada (YTO) ................ 1,202mi/1,934km ........................................ 2 hrs. 50 min.

Los Angeles, CA (LAX)........................... 1,247mi/2,006km ........................................ 2 hrs. 56 min.

New York, NY (NYC) ..............................1,371mi/2,205km..........................................3 hrs. 15 min.

Paris, France (PAR)................................. 4,926mi/7,925km ........................................9 hrs. 30 min.

Tokyo, Japan (TYO) ..............................6,453mi/10,386km ..................................... 14 hrs. 25 min.

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I N F O R M AT I O N With DART’s Annual Pass, companies can provide their employees with bus BOE SBJM TFSWJDF GPS BT MJUUMF BT B ZFBS Whatever the size of your firm, DART can tailor a pass program to your exact needs. The Annual Pass is an effective recruitment tool, an unbeatable employee perk and a great way to help North Texas reduce ozone-causing emissions. For more information, call 214-747-7433 (RIDE) or visit www.DART.org/fares.

SHARE THE RIDE AND SAVE If riding a DART bus or train doesn’t fit your schedule, you can still save time and money in its carpool and vanpool programs. RideShare’s free computerized match list puts you in touch with other commuters with similar schedules and travel habits who want to share the ride. Plus, rush-hour carpoolers and vanpoolers qualify to use DART’s timesaving HOV lanes on I-30, East R.L. Thornton Freeway between downtown Dallas and Jim Miller Road, Stemmons Freeway (I-35) between LBJ Freeway (I-635) and Round Grove Road, LBJ Freeway between North Central Expressway and Stemmons Freeway, and I-35E/U.S. 67 south of downtown Dallas.

DFW Airport utilizes a monorail system between main airport terminals.

FLY DART TO DFW AIRPORT OR DALLAS LOVE FIELD The TRE gets you to and from DFW International Airport for a fraction of the cost of taxi fare or long-term parking. Just take it to CentrePort/ DFW Airport Station and transfer to the DFW Airport bus serving airline terminals. Airport buses meet all trains, departing every 15 minutes Monday through Saturday. There is no Sunday service. Airport bus service between the rail station and the airport terminals is free. Visit www.DART.org/ DFWAirport for details.

Ride bus route 39 from Dallas Love Field to downtown Dallas’s West Transfer Center seven days a week. Across the street is DART’s West End Station. Visit www.DART.org/Lovefield for details.

EXPERIENCE EXCITING FORT WORTH VIA THE TRE Downtown Fort Worth is now just about an hour’s ride from Union Station in downtown Dallas via the TRE. Business commuters love the convenience—and if you’re looking for a Saturday adventure, Cowtown is Wowtown! From Fort Worth’s Intermodal Transportation Center or T&P

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Station it’s a short bus ride to the bustling Sundance Square dining and entertainment district in the heart of the city, the historic Fort Worth Stockyards Old West district, or the famed museums in the city’s Cultural District. TRE information is available at www.TrinityRailwayExpress.org.

SAVE BIG WITH OUR LOW FARES DART offers two basic, one-way fares— GPS MPDBM CVT BOE SBJM TFSWJDF BOE GPS QSFNJVN TFSWJDF XIJDI JODMVEFT express-bus service between downtown Dallas and free park and ride facilities in Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Glenn Heights, Irving, Plano and Rowlett.

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Money-saving monthly passes are available at all Minyard, Carnival, Sack ‘n Save and Albertsons food stores throughout the service area. A DART Local monthly pass provides unlimited rides for just ‡B SFBM EFBM GPS DPNNVUFST 1BTTFT also are available at the DART Store at Akard Station in downtown Dallas.

The Fort Worth Transportation Authority manages a bus, rail and trolley system that services a 294-square-mile area. The T, as it’s called, covers Tarrant County and the cities of Lake Worth and Richland Hills. Buses run to DFW International Airport from the park and ride lot at the corner of Weatherford and Harding downtown, with departures every half hour from 5 a.m. to midnight.

The T’s Downtown Free Zone offers free travel within the district bounded by Henderson, Jones, Belknap and Lancaster streets. Connect to Dallas’s mass transit at the Trinity Railway Express commuter rail station at the Intermodal Transportation Center (ITC), Ninth and Jones streets in Fort Worth. The ITC provides access to Amtrak rail service and is the main transfer center for downtown buses. Allday parking is free at designated park and ride locations. For more information, call 817-215-8600 or visit www.the-t.com.

Bus Services Greyhound, 800-231-2222, which is headquartered in Dallas, has a central downtown terminal at the corner of Lamar and Commerce streets. The terminal is convenient to downtown hotels, the Dallas DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

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DOWNTOWN TO OUT OF TOWN DART buses and trains make it easy for newcomers to get around for work or play. With the first section of the Green Line now open, you can take DART Rail to Deep Ellum, Fair Park and more. When phase two opens later this year, the line reaches in town destinations that feel out of town, like Pleasant Grove, Farmers Branch and Carrollton.

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Convention Center and the West End Historic District. DART service and taxis are available from the downtown terminal.

Numerous Greyhound stations also are in suburban communities, so inquire about the most convenient embarking or disembarking point when making travel plans.

Freight Services Dallas is one of the fastest-growing cargo centers in the United States. Many of the large airfreight companies operate out of DFW International Airport or Dallas Love Field Airport.

A Foreign Trade Zone at DFW International Airport allows goods to be shipped into the area for final assembly and then be shipped out again, duty free.

There are more than 120 motor freight carriers with offices in Dallas, carrying goods to and from the Metroplex. Overnight pick-up and delivery services are available for most cities.

Railroads also carry freight in and out of the city. The major lines that serve the Dallas area include: the Burlington Northern, Santa Fe Railway, Kansas City Southern Lines, Southern Pacific and Union Pacific Railroad Co. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Amtrak Passenger Rail Amtrak serves Dallas with daily passenger train service. This route, known as the Texas Eagle, originates in Chicago, travels through Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas and Texas, ending in San Antonio. Upon arrival in San Antonio, passengers can connect to the Sunset Limited going east to Orlando and west to Los Angeles.

The Texas Eagle is a full-service train with dining car, sightseer lounge car and sleeping accommodations. The Texas Eagle also allows connections in Fort Worth to Oklahoma City with daily service on the Heartland Flyer route.

Amtrak is part of a nationwide system, serving more than 500 cities. Amtrak trains offer accessible seating and accommodations to passengers with disabilities, including those with service animals.

In Dallas, Amtrak is located downtown at 400 S. Houston St. For reservations and information, contact your travel agent, call 800-USA-RAIL, or log on to www.amtrak.com.

Airports DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT As one of the busiest airports in the world, the opportunities for DFW International Airport

TEXAS STATE OFFICES Employment Commission .....214-276-6206 State Department of Human Services .................. 214-253-5200 Texas Agricultural Extension Service................214-904-3050 Texas Highway Patrol ............ 214-861-2167 SOURCE: FEDERAL CITIZEN INFORMATION CENTER; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT 3/10

U.S. GOVERNMENT OFFICES Environmental Protection Agency ............. 800-887-6063 Health and Human Services .877-696-6775 Post Office General Info....... 800-275-8777 Small Business Admin. .......... 800-827-5722 Veterans Administration ......800-827-1000 SOURCE: FEDERAL CITIZEN INFORMATION CENTER; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT 10/09

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I N F O R M AT I O N DALLAS COUNTY SERVICES USEFUL NUMBERS Agricultural Extension Service ..................................214-904-3050 County Commissioners Court ...................................... 214-653-7361 County General Information .......................... 214-653-7475 County Judge ...........................214-653-7555 County Taxes ............................214-653-7811 County Welfare ............ 214-819-1800/1801 District Attorney ....................214-653-3600 Health Department ............... 214-819-2000 Immunizations........................ 214-819-2000 Justice Center (Inmate Affairs).................... 214-761-9025 Marriage License .................... 214-653-7099 Vital Statistics/Records .........214-653-7435 Voter Registration ..................214-637-7937 UPDATED 2/10

have never been greater. DFW Airport ranked seventh in the world in 2008 in terms of passenger activity, with nearly 685,500 takeoffs and landings. DFW ranked sixth in terms of passengers, serving more than 60 million passengers. Equally impressive were the cargo and international passenger numbers. Total cargo tonnage exceeded 724,000 U.S. tons and nearly 5 million international passengers were served.

DFW Airport is served by 20 international and domestic airlines, offering nonstop service to more than 173 destinations worldwide.

DFW Airport’s business plays a vital role in enhancing the prosperity of North Texas. %'8 "JSQPSU DPOUSJCVUFT CJMMJPO BOOVBMMZ to the North Texas economy and generates OFBSMZ KPCT GPS B UPUBM PG CJMMJPO JO personal income. %'8 T CJMMJPO $BQJUBM %FWFMPQNFOU Program was completed in 2005. The program’s highlights include the International Terminal D, Skylink high-speed train, a Grand Hyatt Hotel, additional parking facilities and airfield improvements.

DFW Airport is committed to providing quality customer service at every point of the travel process. With enhanced guest amenities, improved parking options and new roadway and terminal signage, travelers can enjoy a fast and convenient trip through DFW. Travel-friendly features also are available at DFW’s Web site, www.dfwairport.com, with

real-time flight information, up-to-date parking availability and helpful terminal guides.

With these expansion projects and customer service enhancements, DFW will continue to provide passengers a world-class travel experience and provide great economic impact to the North Texas region.

LOVE FIELD AIRPORT Love Field is a convenient, efficient, general-use airport located in the heart of Dallas near Cedar Springs at Mockingbird Lane. Owned and operated by the City of Dallas, Love Field is self supported through reasonable user fees and charges, with no cost to taxpayers. Love Field pro-

CITY OF DALLAS USEFUL NUMBERS Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance) .....911 Animal Control ............................................311 Building Inspection ................214-948-4480 Chamber of Commerce ........ 214-746-6600 City Council ............................ 214-670-4050 City Manager .......................... 214-670-3296 Civil Service Board ..................214-670-3748 Controller ................................ 214-670-3538 Dallas City Services ....................................311 Dallas Convention Center .....214-939-2724 Dallas Public Library...............214-670-1400 DFW Airport............................ 972-973-8888 Emergency Preparedness ......214-670-4275 Garbage Collection.................214-670-8613 Environmental & Health Services............... 214-670-3092 Love Field Airport .................. 214-670-6073 Mayor’s OfďŹ ce ........................ 214-670-4054 Court & Detention Services 214-670-3289 Park and Recreation ...............214-670-4100 Taxes.......................................... 214-631-0910 Tree Trimming (for trees too close to power lines), TXU ...........972-791-2888 Visitor Information Center ... 214-571-1000 Water Department, New Service...........................214-651-1441 Zoning ......................................214-948-4480 UPDATED 2/10

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Collin (CCD)............... 0.328993 ..........................Y Dallas (CCD, HD, SET) 0.576428 .......................Y Denton .........................0.235770 ..........................Y Tarrant (CCD, HD, WD)0.626857 ......................Y

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Allen ISD..................... 1.470300 ..........................Y Argyle ISD ...................1.410050 ..........................Y Arlington ISD ..............1.272000 ..........................Y Birdville ISD ................1.410000 ..........................Y Burleson ISD .............. 1.468800 ............................

Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD1.362300 .........Y Clayton ISD................ 1.983600 ..........................Y Collin County Community College (CCD) ..........

0.086493 .................................. Y Coppell ISD .................1.279000 ..........................Y Crowley ISD ............... 1.535000 ..........................Y Dallas County Community College (CCD) .........

0.089400 .....................................

Dallas ISD .................... 1.183402 ..........................Y Denison ISD ................. 1.147100 ............................

Denton ISD ................ 1.490000 ..........................Y DeSoto ISD .................1.510000 ..........................Y Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD1.465800 .............Y Everman ISD .............. 1.360000 ..........................Y Forney ISD..................1.460000 ............................

Frisco ISD.................... 1.370000 ..........................Y Fort Bend ISD ............ 1.250000 ............................

Fort Worth ISD ...........1.257000 ..........................Y Garland ISD ................1.253300 ..........................Y Grand Prairie ISD ...... 1.465000 ..........................Y Grapevine/Colleyville ISD1.290000 ..................Y Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD1.295453 ...................Y Highland Park ISD..... 1.090000 ............................

Irving ISD .....................1.391000 ............................

Keller ISD.....................1.416900 ............................

Lake Dallas ISD.......... 1.650000 ............................

Lewisville ISD............. 1.380000 ..........................Y McKinney ISD ............. 1.517000 ..........................Y Melissa ISD................. 1.540000 ............................

Mesquite ISD .............1.400000 ..........................Y Northwest ISD .......... 1.335000 ..........................Y Plano ISD .................... 1.303400 ..........................Y Red Oak ISD ............... 1.500000 ..........................Y Richardson ISD .......... 1.340050 ..........................Y Rockwall ISD .............. 1.470000 ..........................Y Tarrant County College (CCD)0.137960 ...........Y

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Allen ............................0.556000 ..........................Y Arlington ................... 0.648000 ..........................Y Bedford .......................0.446882 ..........................Y Carrollton .................... 0.617875 ..........................Y Colleyville ..................0.355900 ..........................Y Coppell........................ 0.641460 ..........................Y Corinth ........................ 0.576980 ..........................Y Dallas .......................... 0.747900 ..........................Y Denton ........................0.666520 ..........................Y DeSoto ........................ 0.699730 ............................

Euless ..........................0.470000 ..........................Y Flower Mound ...........0.449700 ..........................Y Forney .........................0.680535 ..........................Y Fort Worth .................0.855000 ..........................Y Frisco ...........................0.450000 ..........................Y Garland .......................0.699600 ..........................Y Glenn Heights ...........0.694360 ..........................Y Grand Prairie..............0.669998 ..........................Y Grapevine ...................0.350000 ..........................Y Haslet ...........................0.279164 ............................

Highland Park ............0.220000 ............................

Hurst ...........................0.535000 ............................

Irving ...........................0.540600 ............................

Keller ........................... 0.432190 ............................

Lewisville .................... 0.440210 ..........................Y McKinney....................0.585500 ..........................Y Melissa ........................ 0.610000 ..........................Y Mesquite .................... 0.640000 ..........................Y Northlake ...................0.295000 ............................

North Richland Hills 0.570000 ..........................Y Plano ...........................0.473500 ..........................Y Red Oak ......................0.635000 ..........................Y Richardson ..................0.575160 ............................

Roanoke .......................0.375120 ..........................Y Rockwall ..................... 0.503100 ..........................Y Saginaw ..................... 0.446000 ..........................Y Sherman .................... 0.400000 ..........................Y Southlake ...................0.462000 ..........................Y Trophy Club.................0.455510 ..........................Y University Park .........0.265480 ..........................Y Watauga ..................... 0.580763 ............................

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Tarrant County Water District (WD) . 0.020000 Y Tarrant County JPS Health Networks (HD)........

0.227897 ................................... Y Dallas Co. School Equilization Tax (SET) .............

0.004714 ................................... Y Dallas County Parkland Hospital (HD) ...............

0.254000 .................................. Y

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vides more than 24,000 jobs and has an estimated economic impact of more than CJMMJPO GPS UIF %BMMBT BSFB -PWF 'JFME serves as the front door to Dallas for 7 million passengers a year. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

This airport is home base for Southwest Airlines, which redefined the concept of customer service. Also servicing Love Field travelers are Continental Express and American Airlines/American Eagle. Love Field has a

crosswind runway, surveillance radar services, a wind shear warning system and 24-hour air traffic control tower. Seven full-service, fixedbase operators at Love Field provide general aviation users with a wide variety of services including fuel, maintenance, hangar rentals and charters.

ALLIANCE AIRPORT Fort Worth’s Alliance Airport is the first major industrial airport in the United States being used solely by manufacturing and distribution firms as a gateway to domestic and international markets.

Alliance, which features immediate rail and highway access, has attracted some major corporations to its facility since opening in December 1989. For example, American Airlines’ maintenance base and engineering center will eventually employ at least 2,500 workers, while Nokia Mobile Phones Trading (USA) Inc. has established a North and South American distribution center employing 2,750 people.

Government Texas state government, as established by the Texas Constitution of 1876, is similar to that of most other states, with legislative, executive, and judicial branches governing Texas’s 254 counties. Most elected officials serve four-year terms. The senate is comprised of 31 members; the house of representatives of 150 members.

The judiciary in Texas is headed by the State Supreme Court and by its coordinate court, the State Court of Criminal Appeals.

There are 330 district courts in the state whose judges are elected to their posts.

CITY GOVERNMENT Because it was a city with a population of more than 5,000, Dallas was able to adopt its own charter in 1889. The present charter dates back to 1931.

The city employs a council-manager form of municipal government with 14 city council members elected to serve up to four two-year terms. The mayor may serve for up to two four-year terms.

The council meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 9 a.m. at Dallas City Hall for regular agenda meetings and on the first and third Wednesday at 9 a.m. for briefing meetings.

On regular agenda days, public hearings start at 1 p.m. During those meetings, citizens may speak before the council if they have scheduled appearances with the city secretary. Call 214-670-3738 to set an appearance.

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There are numerous tax exemptions, and one of the most significant is the homestead exemption. (See more information about “Homestead Laws” in the Housing Chapter.) Each political subdivision in Texas exempts 10 percent of the assessed value of residential homesteads for local school districts plus 20 percent of assessed value for City of Dallas taxes.

Senior citizens, the disabled, disabled veterans and the survivors of military personnel killed during active duty receive up UP JO SFTJEFOUJBM UBY DSFEJUT GSPN UIF $JUZ PG %BMMBT BOE VQ UP JO UBY credits from the local school district.

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Texas does not have personal income taxes, estate property taxes, or unitary taxes.

CITY OF DALLAS SERVICES Dallas provides numerous services to its citizens. To locate the proper city department or to get general information about the city, call the City Operator at 214-670-5111.

Residents also can access most City of Dallas non-emergency services online at www.311.dallascityhall.com. Some of the most commonly requested city services are accessible at the Web site, such as removing an abandoned vehicle or reporting non-hazardous potholes. For sanitation schedules, council district information or police and fire districts, use the online interactive map. Click the aerial map for a look at your property.

If you do not find an appropriate service request category on the Web site, or are uncertain whether the problem may be hazardous, call 311 and a service agent will assist you.

Critical problems and emergencies that may cause injury to life or damage to property should be communicated directly by telephone to the 911/311 Communications

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Center. Using your telephone, dial 911 to make emergency requests for police, fire and emergency medical services. Dial 311 to make non-emergency requests for service, such as hazardous potholes, stray animals or traffic signal malfunctions. If you live outside the city of Dallas or are calling from a cellular phone, call 214-670-5111.

DFW CREDIT UNIONS Advancial Federal Credit Union ...............................972-201-1764 America’s Credit Union*........... 972-494-5328

COUNTY GOVERNMENT All Texas county governments follow the structure established by the Texas Constitution. Each county is divided into four precincts. From each precinct, a commissioner is elected to serve a four-year term.

A county judge is elected from the county at large. That person retains judicial responsibility only on smaller counties, and then only in probate and insanity cases.

The Dallas County Commissioners Court meets each Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Commissioner’s Court Room of the Dallas County Administration Building at 411 Elm St. A closed session follows the public forum.

City and County Tax Rates Texas does not have personal income taxes, estate property taxes or unitary taxes. Central appraisal districts within each county provide uniform appraisals to various local

City Credit Union - Ferguson ..214-319-3052 City Credit Union - Lamar ......214-319-3052 Credit Union of Texas............ 972-263-9497 Credit Union of Texas Corporate Office ......................972-263-9497 Dallas Credit Union ................ 214-748-5166 Employees Credit Union ........214-357-3328 Resource One Credit Union .............................. 214-319-3100 Texans Credit Union ..............972-348-2000 Texas Federal Credit Union ..............................214-748-9556

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towns and cities bordering Dallas, but each municipality maintains its own governments, services and educational systems.

(See the “Communities” section for more information about these communities.)

Dallas citizens pay an 8.25 percent sales tax, with 6.25 percent going to the state, 1 percent to the city and 1 percent to the transit authority, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART).

Groceries, prescription medicines and other items, such as those used in the pro-

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The Texas Family Code promotes the equality of each spouse.

duction of food, are exempt from state and local tax.

The transit tax (DART tax) is collected in the cities of Addison, Carrollton, Cockrell Hill, Dallas, Farmers Branch, Garland, Glenn Heights, Highland Park, Irving, Plano, Richardson, Rowlett and University Park.

The state imposes a 6 percent hotel occupancy tax on sleeping accommodations.

Texas cities and counties may charge an additional 7 percent, bringing the total room tax in Dallas to 13 percent.

There is a statewide 6.25 percent motor vehicle sales tax on the selling price, less any trade-in, for any motor vehicle purchased in the state.

Cigarettes are taxed statewide at a rate of QFS QBDLBHF PS QFS DBSUPO 5IFSF is no tax charged on cigarettes transported into the state in quantities of less than 200 (one carton), but the cigarettes must be for personal use and cannot be sold. There are severe penalties for the purchase of mailorder cigarettes on which the Texas tax has not been paid.

Fuels used to operate motor vehicles, including, gasoline and diesel fuel, are taxed at a rate of 20 cents per gallon. Liquid petroleum is taxed at 15 cents per gallon.

For more information on state sales taxes, call the Texas Comptroller of Public Ac-counts at 800-252-5555. www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Voter Registration To vote in Texas, you must be a resident of the city, county and state for 30 days, be an American citizen and be at least 18 years old. You may obtain a voter registration form by calling the Dallas County Elections Department at 214-637-7937. If you live outside Dallas County, call your county’s tax assessor.

It takes 30 days from the date of application to become a registered Texas voter.

You will not need to reregister as long as you vote at least once every three years.

The Dallas County Elections Department handles elections at the federal, state, district and county levels. The City of Dallas and other Metroplex cities handle elections through their city offices at Dallas City Hall.

The Dallas ISD and suburban school districts hold school board elections.

Election Information Texas Secretary of State 512-463-5650 Voter Information Web site: www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/vote

Texas Family Code The following is a brief description of certain laws as set forth by the Texas Family Code. Other laws pertaining to the purchase of property are discussed in the “Housing� section of this publication. It is,

however, always advisable to consult an attorney when matters arise concerning these and other legal questions.

COMMUNITY PROPERTY The concept of community property in Texas comes from Spanish Civil Law. Community property is differentiated from “separate property� as follows: A. A spouse’s separate property consists of: 1. Property owned or claimed by the spouse before marriage.

2. Property acquired by the spouse during marriage by gift, device or descent.

3. The recovery for personal injuries sustained by the spouse during marriage, except any for loss of earning capacity during marriage.

B. Community property consists of the property, other than separate property, acquired by either spouse during marriage, including income from separate property.

In most marriages, the spouses comingle separate and community property over a period of time, and the separate property becomes “lost� in the community.

If, however, one spouse is able to “trace� the separate property nature of funds used to acquire any particular asset, the community presumption is rebutted and the property is presumed to be separate.

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SPCA of Texas ...................................................................Dallas ............................................. 214-742-7722....................................................................www.spca.org Humane Society of North Texas...................................Fort Worth .................................... 817-332-4768 ...................................................................www.hsnt.org Arlington Animal Shelter ...............................................Arlington ....................................... 817-451-3436 ....................................................www.ci.arlington.tx.us Animal Shelter and Adoption Center...........................Garland .......................................... 972-205-3570...................................................... www.ci.garland.tx.us Mesquite City Animal Shelter .......................................Mesquite ....................................... 972-216-6283 ..............................................www.cityofmesquite.com DFW Humane Society of Irving ...................................Irving .............................................. 972-721-2256 .......................................................... www.ci.irving.tx.us Operation Kindness.........................................................Carrollton...................................... 972-418-7297 ..........................................www.operationkindness.org SPCA of Texas ...................................................................McKinney ...................................... 972-742-7722 ...................................................................www.spca.org Animal Shelter..................................................................Grand Prairie ................................ 972-237-8575 ...................................................................www.gptx.org Plano Animal Services.....................................................Plano .............................................. 972-769-4360 .....................www.plano.gov/departments/animals/ SOURCE: INDIVIDUAL SITES; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 8/09

The Texas Family Code promotes the equality of each spouse in the control of community property. Even though the husband or wife may have sole control over some types of community property, Texas law protects an individual from the actions of his or her spouse in certain situations. For example, the homestead of one spouse cannot be sold without the consent of both spouses, even if the title is held in the name of one spouse and is that spouse’s totally separate property.

However, if one of the spouses is found to be judicially incompetent, the law allows the sale of property without joinder of the incompetent spouse. The same is true if the other spouse has abandoned the remaining spouse, or is missing due to public service.

MOVING FROM ANOTHER STATE Married couples moving to Texas from another state and who have acquired property prior to moving to Texas will find that the laws of Texas, in the event of divorce, will determine whether the property is community or separate. Texas law prohibits a court from awarding alimony or from awarding one spouse’s separate property to the other spouse in a divorce.

COMMON LAW MARRIAGE Common law marriage is important in Texas because the rules of community property apply to common law marriage as well as civil marriages. In short, the requirements of a common law marriage are: 1. There is an agreement, expressed or implied, presently to be husband and wife.

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2. The couple is living together in Texas cohabitating as husband and wife.

3. The parties hold each other out to the public as husband and wife. It should be noted that there is no such thing in Texas as a “common law divorce.” A couple that enters into a common law marriage can only terminate it by a legal, court-supervised divorce.

4. Any action to establish a common law marriage after its termination must be brought within one year after the end of the relationship.

Banking Dallas has a wide array of banks offering complete services, including checking, savings, investment and loans. There are more than 300 independent banks and large banking groups operating in Dallas.

Most banks have automatic teller machines (ATMs) and a few even have extended business hours during the week and on Saturdays. Check with your new bank to find out what services are available and what fees are charged.

You may want to check with your present bank’s customer service department to find out if it has a branch or affiliate in your new town. Also, many area grocery stores house bank branches for the convenience of shoppers.

BNP Paribas 972-788-9191 Calyon 214-220-2300 Capital One Bank.

972-364-6977 Chase—Main 214-290-2328 Comerica Bank 214-969-6471 Compass Bank 214-706-8002 Coppermark Bank Central Branch 469-229-9342 Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas 214-922-5001 Frost Bank 214-515-4929 Guaranty Bank —Buckner 214-328-8391 Guaranty Bank— Mockingbird 214-360-3360 OmniAmerican Bank 817-367-5534 PlainsCapital Bank 214-252-4100 Prosperity Bank Corporate 214-467-6996 Regions Bank 214-678-3941 SharePlus Federal Bank—Oak Lawn 214-637-6994 SolutionsBank 972-243-7900 Southwest Bank 972-243-7900 Southwest Securities Bank 214-859-5201 Texas Capital Bank 214-932-6798 The Bank of New York Global

HUMAN SERVICES USEFUL NUMBERS Austin Street Shelter............. 214-428-4242 Catholic Charities .................. 214-635-4997

Banks and Financial Services

Dallas Life Foundation ...........214-421-1380

Amegy Bank of Texas American National Bank of Texas Bank of America Bank of Texas, N.A. Bank of Texas, N.A.

214-754-9500

North Dallas Shared Ministries ................972-620-8696

214-863-6529 214-209-3122 214-987-8800 214-515-1756

Salvation Army ....................... 214-424-7200 Union Gospel Mission .............214-637-6117 SOURCE: YELLOW PAGES; UPDATED 2/10

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214-977-8822 800-568-7625 214-327-9335

Corporate Trust —Dallas Operations — Main Office 214-468-6069 The Bank of Tokyo— Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd. 214-954-1200 The F&M Bank & Trust Co. 214-780-2000 ViewPoint Bank 972-578-5000 Vision Bank Texas 972-470-1500 Wachovia Bank 972-419-3186 Wells Fargo 214-740-1576 Western National Bank 214-688-4181

satellite or satellite television services available in the area. Many of these services offer enhanced reception and digital sound for a reasonable fee. Look in your area’s Yellow Pages under “Cable Television Companies” and “Satellite Equipment and Systems” for more information.

DIRECTV Dallas 800-347-3288 Dish Network 800-333-3474

WIRE SERVICES

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DAILY NEWSPAPERS

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Media

Al Dia The Dallas Morning News Fort Worth Star-Telegram The New York Times

CABLE SERVICES Most of the greater Dallas area is covered by Time Warner Cable Services, although some smaller companies service individual communities with a variety of cable channels.

Charter Communications: Duncanville 972-296-2283 Park Cities 214-522-8086 Charter Communications: Midlothian, Addison, Carrollton, Red Oak, Glenn Heights 972-938-0333 Dallas Community Television Inc. Dallas 214-631-5571 Northland Cable Kaufman 972-932-3202 Seabridge Connection (Friendship Cable) Balch Springs, Seagoville, Terrell, Kaufman/ Dallas and Lavon Counties, Forney, Royce City, Rockwall 972-557-8652 Time Warner Cable Services Arlington, DeSoto, Irving, Grapevine, Farmers Branch, Dallas, Mesquite, Garland, Richardson, Plano 972-445-5555

469-977-3600 214-977-8222 877-223-7355 800-698-4637

Associated Press News Reuters America United Press International

972-991-2100 972-308-0612 202-898-8000

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Upon your arrival to your new home, know that DFW-area emergency response teams are on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure the safety and wellbeing of you and

USEFUL NUMBERS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANCE American Cancer Society .............................................................................................214-630-1064 American Red Cross ..................................................................................................... 214-678-4800 American Red Cross – Fort Worth ...............................................................................817-336-1551 The ARC of Dallas ..........................................................................................................214-634-9810 The ARC of Greater Tarrant County ............................................................................ 817-877-1474 Arthritis Foundation .....................................................................................................800-442-6653 The Bridge Emergency Youth Services ......................................................................817-335-4673 Callier Center for Communications Disorders ........................................................ 214-905-3000 Cancer Care Services ..................................................................................................... 817-921-0653 Child Care Associates....................................................................................................817-838-8422 Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind ..................................................................................214-821-2375 Dallas Urban League .....................................................................................................214-915-4600 Deaf Action Center ....................................................................................................... 214-521-0407

CABLE ALTERNATIVES

Easter Seals Greater Northwest Texas ...................................................................... 817-759-7000

Those area newcomers who wish to explore alternatives to cable television service can contact one of the direct satellite, mini-

ECI of Richardson.......................................................................................................... 972-490-9055 Goodwill Industries of Dallas .................................................................................... 214-638-2800 Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth Inc....................................................................... 817-332-7866 Greater Dallas Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse .......................................214-522-8600 Hope Cottage Pregnancy and Adoption Center .......................................................214-526-8721 Mental Health America of Greater Dallas ................................................................214-828-4192 Mental Health Association of Tarrant County ..........................................................817-871-2420

AMERICA’S CREDIT UNION 2154 FOREST LANE GARLAND, TX 75042-7920........................................972-494-5328 ..........................................................................FAX: 972-494-0371 ........................................................................www.americascu.org America’s Credit Union (ACU) is the largest financial institution based in Garland. The full-service, communitybased Credit Union is owned by its Members who save and borrow at the Credit Union. With three Garland branches, a fourth in Mesquite, and a fifth in Springfield, MO, ACU is dedicated to providing convenient access to cost-effective financial services in a professional and caring environment. The Credit Union embraces state-ofthe-art technology and remains at the forefront when it comes to innovative products and services. Personalized service remains keystone to ACU’s success. ACU also takes an active role in the communities it serves and is a regular participant in the civic activities of Garland and surround cities. It is all about “people helping people.”

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Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) .................................................................. 214-637-0372 Poison Center .................................................................................................................800-222-1222 Rape Crisis Center...........................................................................................................214-441-7273 Suicide & Crisis Center .................................................................................................214-828-1000 Tarrant Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse ......................................................... 817-332-6329 United Cerebral Palsy of Metropolitan Dallas ........................................................ 214-351-2500 United Cerebral Palsy of Tarrant County Inc........................................................... 817-692-4430 United Way of Metropolitan Dallas ..........................................................................214-978-0000 Women’s Center of Tarrant County, The ...................................................................817-927-4040 Youth Crisis and Runaway Hotline.............................................................. 888-580-HELP (4357) UPDATED 2/10

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CareFlite provides emergency medical response to more than 100 counties in a 150-mile radius of DFW.

POLICE For the residents of Dallas, 3,121 highly trained men and women are ready to protect and serve. Individual communities throughout the Metroplex boast highly trained, quality emergency response personnel.

Dallas’s crime statistics are in-line with a city of its size. To assist the police department, the city has community groups in place to support and maintain a watchful presence on the streets when police officers are not able to be at all places at once. Crime Watch groups and Crime Stoppers promote civic involvement in lowering Dallas’s crime rate. To help prevent criminal activity before it starts, the Dallas Police Department implemented H.E.A.T. (Help End Auto Thefts) in 1989. H.E.A.T. is a decal system that assists police in spotting cars that should not be out on the streets between 1 and 5 a.m. If a car with the H.E.A.T. decal is spotted, police

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measures are ensured. Applications and decals from H.E.A.T. may be picked up at any police substation.

In addition, through Operation ID, Dallas Police provide engraving tools for citizens wishing to place their driver’s license, Texas ID or a departmental issued identification number on personal property. For additional safety, officers advise that residents notify police substations when going out of town so additional patrols may be added in the area as available.

For more information on the Dallas Police Department and how you can safeguard your community, please visit the department online at www.dallaspolice.net.

FIRE DEPARTMENT The department operates 55 fire stations throughout the city and responds to about 250,000 emergency calls for service each year. The 1,670-member department includes 821 civilian support personnel.

Dallas Fire-Rescue has 40 rescue units (ambulances), each staffed with two cross-trained firefighter/paramedics.

Dallas Fire-Rescue also operates a Hazardous Materials Response Team, a Technical Rescue Team and provides emergency services to Love Field and Executive airports. The department’s Fire Prevention, Education and Inspection (FPE&I) Division provides fire education

programs and safety and code inspections throughout the city. The Fire Investigation Division works to determine the cause and origin of fires in the city.

Not as visible on the street, but certainly working behind the scenes, Dallas Fire-Rescue also operates the 911/311 Call Center. Dallas Fire-Rescue’s Smoke Detector Installation Program installed more than 3,000 smoke alarms in Dallas homes last year free of charge. The department also will provide a home fire inspection upon request. Call 214-6704319 to find out more about these and other fire prevention programs offered by the department.

More detailed information about the department is also available on the Web at www.dallas firerescue.com. For fire or medical emergencies in the city of Dallas, dial 911.

AMBULANCE A fleet of 32 frontline EMS units, plus nine peak demand units and two paramedic engines serve the city of Dallas. The EMS Department is run by Dallas Fire-Rescue and has an average response time of 5.3 minutes.

Emergency calls for Mobile Intensive Care Units (MICUs) have risen dramatically in the last few years. Ambulance workers, in addition to being paramedics, are trained to operate equipDALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

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your family. Dallas and Fort Worth aim to keep residents, both old and new, safe. When fire or medical emergencies arise, Dallas and its surrounding areas are supported by 911 emergency response. Trained personnel are on staff ready to assist you in your moment of need. Police departments, fire rescue teams and paramedic units respond to calls dispatched for their area. If you need emergency assistance, please dial 911.

I N F O R M AT I O N It operates non-emergency ground ambulances and stretcher/wheelchair vans in Dallas, Tarrant and Collin counties.

Special Needs A city like Dallas can be an intimidating place when you are at your best mentally and physically. For our citizens with mental and physical challenges, Dallas offers special care for those with special needs.

Organizations are listed within this publication to assist you with questions, locations and community events to assist in everyday life. Agencies are located throughout the city to assist with everything from prescription delivery, help with running errands, carpool services and senior services.

CRISIS PREVENTION The fire department operates 55 stations throughout the Dallas area.

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A fleet of 32 frontline EMS units serve the city of Dallas.

ment for advanced life support systems.

All MICUs are equipped with Biotel units connecting them with Parkland Hospital Emergency Room doctors who guide paramedics through difficult procedures en route to the hospital. In an emergency, call 911.

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CAREFLITE With its beginning in 1979, CareFlite became the eighth air medical transportation program in the country and only the second in the state of Texas.

CareFlite helicopters are based at Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital, Frisco Fire Station No. 4, Denton Regional Hospital www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Few of us are prepared when a crisis occurs. Area agencies are on guard 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure our safety and well being. The Salvation Army and its volunteers are here to assist in times of fire, flood, tornado and other natural disasters. With 54 locations throughout Texas, the Salvation Army is always here for you in times of need.

Dallas-area public safety departments are here for you as well and are prepared for emergencies whether individual or on a community scale.

Crises do not always come from fire and flood. Dallas-area organizations offer assistance to those dealing with depression, crisis, pregnancy, rape, or drug and substance abuse. Counselors and volunteers are here to help you in times of need, and will assist you in getting your life back to normal.

and the Granbury Regional Airport. In addition to its helicopter EMS program, CareFlite also provides a King Air (fixed wing, twin engine, pressurized, high performance turboprop) air ambulance.

This aircraft which is operated by Flight Concepts can be used for emergency transports in Texas and Oklahoma, longhaul patient transfers throughout the continental United States, and is ideal for transplant programs needing to move patients, organs or transplant teams without delay.

CareFlite also provides 911 emergency EMS services in Johnson County, portions of unincorporated Tarrant County and the Celina Fire District in Collin County.

Hard times sometimes fall upon even the most successful person. Area agencies are here to assist with temporary housing, food, financial assistance and counseling to help you get back on your feet Area churches are a primary source for aid as are local nonprofit shelters and church-affiliated organizations such as the Salvation Army.

Legal and Accounting Services Dallas’s professional legal and accounting community is one of the best and biggest in the country. Firms large and small specialize in all areas of law and certified public accounting, from estate planning, bookkeeping and tax planning, to bankruptcy and acquisitions.

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Parks are easily accessible in the Dallas area with more than 400 public parks totaling a massive 50,000 acres.

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“FOR MANY, HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXTEND OUT FROM THEIR DOCTORS’ OFFICES. HEALTHY LIVING NURTURES MIND, BODY AND SOUL.”

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DALLAS AND FORT WORTH are home to exemplary hospitals and medical facilities containing the newest in medical technology to equip seasoned and qualified professionals in saving Northern Texans’ lives.

Residents of Dallas and Fort Worth find it easy to maintain a healthy lifestyle with top-notch medical facilities in the area. The DFW Metroplex is home to world-renowned physicians dedicated to delivering the best care and exemplary hospitals containing the newest medical technology. The area is unsurpassed in its quality of health care available to residents. There is a medical expert nearby able to treat patients with conditions ranging from a skinned knee to advanced cardiac care. With more than 15,000 hospital beds located in 90 facilities, area residents are well equipped in their time of need.

In the following pages, you’ll find a list of the major medical centers as well as advice on finding smaller specialty clinics. Your health insurance provider may supply you with a list of physicians in your area.

For many, health and wellness extend out from their doctors’ offices. Healthy living nurtures your mind, body and soul. For those seeking a fit lifestyle, the greater Dallas area provides many opportunities to keep you active, whether it’s stretching in yoga class or running in a marathon.

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H E A LT H & F I T N E S S MEDICAL ORGANIZATIONS The health-care industry in Dallas is one of its fastest growing entities. With it brings the newest technology, high employment and the mostup-to-date educational opportunities.

Overseeing the growing trends in the local health-care economy are groups and volunteer organizations focused on ensuring top health care for our valuable citizens.

One organization in particular, The Health Industry Council of the DFW Region, is the first of its kind in the nation promoting the region as a health-care leader both locally, nationally and internationally. Activities of the council are embodied in a volunteer system that promotes the involvement of more than 500 individuals representing a membership of 160 businesses, institutions and organizations in the DFW area.

Members include health-care providers, managed care organizations, manufacturers, distributors, research and development, higher education and professional services including consulting, law, finance and marketing.

“THE DFW METROPLEX OFFERS NUMEROUS PROGRAMS, CLUBS, AND FACILITIES EQUIPPED TO ALLOW SPECIAL NEEDS CITIZENS TO LEAD POSITIVE AND PRODUCTIVE LIVES .�

Greater Dallas is unsurpassed in its quality of health care available to residents.

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DFW medical centers offer the newest technology, high employment and the most up-to-date educational opportunities.

PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY CHALLENGED Without a doubt, assistance for those residents with physical or mental challenges is unsurpassed. The DFW Metroplex offers numerous assistance programs, clubs, organizations and facilities equipped to allow special needs citizens to lead positive and productive lives. Some may offer 24-hour or short-term companion services such as bathing and grooming assistance, medication reminders, meal preparation, shopping, errands, transportation and housekeeping for seniors needing assistance throughout the DFW area.

Most hospitals and medical centers throughout the region offer rehabilitation facilities and programs for special needs residents. Programs include aquatics, fitness, arts, sports, outdoor recreation and numerous other activities proven to ensure outgoing and successful lives for North Texas citizens.

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DFW offers numerous facilities and activities to ensure physically and mentally challenged residents positive and productive lives.

H E A LT H & F I T N E S S TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE In Dallas, Fort Worth and their surrounding suburbs, the transportation and mobility needs of physically challenged citizens are taken very seriously.

Area establishments are well equipped with ramps, parking and when applicable, elevators, making accessibility easy for valuable clientele.

DART provides exemplary service to those needing transportation assistance.

DART’s Paratransit Services offer specially equipped vans with wheelchair lifts and, when requested, boarding chairs. This offers door to door pickup. DART offers free travel training for those with disabilities who are capable of traveling on the DART bus and rail system. Its shared-ride services include a 13-city area as well as transportation to DFW International Airport. For further information, visit www. dart.org.

Besides DART, there are numerous organizations focused on accessibility for the area’s physically and mentally challenged residents. For more detailed information, contact your health-care provider for referrals and program contacts. They will know the best people for you to call in your new area.

Smaller Medical Centers/Emergency and Specialty Clinics Communities throughout the Dallas region have local and regional medical centers that are able to perform a wide variety of services from the very routine to the very advanced. These facilities provide professional health care without having to travel to “the big city.” Some are affiliated with the larger city medical centers.

Minor emergency clinics throughout the area treat everything from the flu and minor bumps and bruises to more severe wounds needing stitches or X-rays.

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PRIMACARE MEDICAL CENTERS With today’s busy lifestyle, PrimaCare Medical Centers offer immediate medical care.

As a physician-owned urgent-care network, PrimaCare has been treating patients for 30 years. With 11 locations throughout the Metroplex, PrimaCare is conveniently open seven days a week, including evening, so no appointment is necessary. Its services include family medicine, urgent care and occupational medicine with onsite lab and X-ray. Due to its commitment to quality, PrimaCare Medical Centers has achieved accreditation from the Accrediwww.DALLASCHAMBER.org

DFW offers a variety of fitness options in the form of parks, recreation areas and golf courses.

tation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. A discount program is available for those without insurance. Visit www.primacare.com to find the nearest location. PrimaCare….Health care for the way we live and work today.

Health Centers Smaller health-care delivery systems are answering the growing demand for emergency room and urgent-care needs.

Patients now have an alternative to hospital emergency rooms and urgent-care clinics. And, patients don’t have to endure the typical long wait in a traditional hospital emergency room.

Free-standing emergency room centers in the DFW area are modeled after, and in some cases exceed, the requirements for a level 4 trauma center. Clinics are equipped with their own laboratory and imaging departments and are staffed by board certified emergency physicians and emergency trained nurses.

Doctor/Dentist Referral Area residents can choose from thousands of physicians in private practice throughout the region. Many are affiliated with the medical centers, while some practice independently. The Dallas-area Yellow Pages has about 60 pages of listings for physicians, many of them organized in a convenient Medical Specialty Guide.

Still, the choices may be overwhelming if you are unfamiliar with the area. Fortu-

nately, there are a number of referral services (also listed in the Yellow Pages) that can help you narrow the choices. Some are independent, while others are operated by the medical centers. Typically, the referral services will ask you a series of questions that help define your needs, location preferences and even the personality traits and interests of the physician you desire.

From that information, they give you several names. Ultimately, the choice is yours, but they will help you arrange your first appointment. The services are free and completely confidential. Call the Dallas County Dental Society at 972-386-5741 for free referrals to area dentists.

Nursing Homes Nursing homes provide a very valuable service, and Dallas has plenty that provide full and complete nursing care for people of all ages who are unable to care for them-selves or receive care at home from family members or home nurses.

Many retirement centers also have special nursing centers for residents who need extra assistance on a temporary basis.

Another option is in-home nursing care. Agencies providing this kind of care are listed in the Yellow Pages under “Homes-Convalescent.”

Get Up and Go! (214-341-9429) provides a variety of information about nursing homes, home health care and other issues of concern and interest (see the “Senior Living” chapter).

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Caregiver Support Systems, LLC ........................Healthcare ......................................... 214-343-3305 Charter Medical Center .......................................Healthcare ..........................................972-230-5601 Clark D. Newman, OD, PC ..................................Physicians & Surgeons .................... 214-969-0467 Concentra Inc. .......................................................Medical ................................................ 972-720-7914 Dallas County Medical Society ..........................Medical ............................................... 214-948-3622 Dallas Headache Association .............................Physicians & Surgeons .....................214-345-1209 Floss Dental ...........................................................Dentist & Dental Surgeons ............ 214-969-1000 Foundation Management Services ....................Healthcare Services .........................940-243-5858 Genesis Physicians Group ...................................Physician Practices ........................... 972-419-0000 Health Industry Council of The DFW Region ..........................................Healthcare .......................................... 972-256-2291 Los Barrios Unidos Community Clinic ..............Healthcare Services .......................... 214-651-8739 Monarch Dental ....................................................Dentists & Dental Surgeons ........... 972-212-8124 Obstetrics & Gynecology, PA .............................Physicians & Surgeons .................... 972-566-7009 OrthoSynetics, Inc. ...............................................Healthcare Services .......................... 817-416-7814 Pine Creek Medical Center, LLC .........................Medical ................................................. 214-572-7131 PrimaCare Medical Centers - Greenville ..........Clinics ...................................................214-572-1124 PrimaCare Medical Centers - Lakewood ..........Clinics .................................................214-828-0448 PrimaCare Medical Centers - North Dallas .....Clinics ................................................. 972-488-9222 PrimaCare Medical Centers - NW Dallas.........Clinics ................................................. 972-488-9222 Remington Medical Resort - Richardson .........Medical ................................................. 972-479-1111 Samerica Medical Supply ....................................Medical ................................................972-270-7226 Sante Center For Healing ....................................Medical ................................................214-592-3799 Southwestern Medical Foundation ...................Medical ................................................ 214-351-6143 Tenet Healthcare Corp. .......................................Healthcare ......................................... 972-963-3045

Parks are easily accessible in the Dallas area with more than 400 public parks totaling a massive 50,000 acres of biking and hiking trails, soccer fields and picnic areas, perfect for any type of outdoor activities. There are 43 recreation centers in three city regions focusing on numerous leisurely activities for the young and the not-so-young. Ranging from sports and wellness programs, hiking and biking trails, basketball courts, baseball and softball diamonds and nature walks, Dallas parks can accommodate any recreational pursuit.

Within the Dallas parks are 17 small lakes, the most popular being White Rock Lake, a 1,015-acre city lake found in White Rock Lake Park, a 1,873-acre park centrally located at 8300 East Lawther Lane. White Rock Lake Park boasts walking, jogging and biking trails, picnic areas, plenty of grass, trees and water and its famous “Dog Park.” An Audubon Society designated bird-watching and wetlands site, as well as ample fishing areas for bass, sunfish and catfish are also included. White Rock Lake Park hosts numerous special events such as the March of Dimes Walk America, White Rock Marathon, the White Rock Lake Trash Bash and numerous sponsored runs and gatherings.

Enjoy that early morning bike ride? The Dallas Department of Transportation will gladly provide you with bike trail informa-

Unied Service Association For Health Care .....Healthcare ..........................................817-704-7893 United Surgical Partners International .............Healthcare ..........................................972-713-3500 VCPHCS L.P./Behavioral Health Group ............Healthcare Services .......................... 214-365-6110

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Women’s Health Boutique..................................Healthcare ......................................... 214-373-4045 SOURCE: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ MEMBERSHIP; PREPARED: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 3/10

Cyclists enjoy White Rock Lake’s beautiful hike and bike trails.

Dallas County Dental Society...................... 972-386-5741 Dallas County Medical Society................... 214-948-3622 DFW Hospital Council ...........972-719-4900 Health Industry Council of DFW....................972-256-2291 Tarrant County Medical Society....................817-732-2825 United Way of Metropolitan Dallas ........... 214-978-0000 United Way of Tarrant County .................... 817-258-8000 PHOTO: ISTOCK

Visiting Nurse Association ...214-689-0000

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The DFW-area has many world–class fitness centers.

tion for White Rock Lake Park and other parks within the Dallas area, just call 214670-4100 and a map will be sent to you.

If Plano is more convenient, contact the Plano Parks and Recreations Department at 972-941-7255 for further information.

Cedar Ridge Preserve 7171 Mountain Creek Parkway www.dallasnaturecenter.org 972-296-1955 L.B. Houston Nature Trail Tom Braniff Drive between S.H. 114 and California Crossing Road 214-670-4100

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Salons and Spas The Dallas area offers many businesses that specialize in “personal care” to simultaneously pamper your body and soothe your psyche. Beauty salons and various spa locations provide hair care, manicures, facials, massage, cosmetic makeovers, waxing, body wraps, aromatherapy, skin exfoliation and more.

According to Spa magazine, there are many different types of spas—cruise line, day, destination, eco, medi and resort. Dallas offers many full-service day spas, which provide hour-long to allday therapeutic or pampering treatments with no overnight accommodations. You also find destination and resort spas in this area. These spas offer all-inclusive programs with spa services, physical fitness, healthy cuisine and education.

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experience. Medi-spas in Dallas blend Western medicine with therapeutic spa treatments to address everything from chronic pain, sleep disorders and weight management to total mind-body-spirit health care.

DFW IS A MAJOR MEDICAL CENTER

ǒ ǃ ǃ ǃ Ǔ SUPPORTED BY AGGRESSIVE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS... Ǧ ȞȜ states. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Employment Statistics) Ǧ ǒ ǂ ǂ ǂ Ǔ ǂ sive research and education programs. The average cost for a doctors visit is $86. A visit to the optometrist is about $70 and a visit to the dentist will average $80. (ACCRA 2009 Annual Average) Ǧ Ȥț ȜȠƽțțț ȜȜƽțțț physicians practicing a total of 78 specialties. This includes general and psychiatric hospitals.

(American Hospital Association, Texas State Board of Medical Examiners) Ǧ active Nobel Laureates are on faculty at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center of Dallas. (UTSWMC) Ǧ ǩUTSWMC) ranked 22nd among research medical schools and 26th among primary care medical schools in the U.S. The Baylor College of Medicine, ranked 13th in research and 7th in primary care, was the only other Texas school named in the top 20. (U.S. News & World Report, 2008) SOURCE: DFW FACTS 2009 PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 2/10

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7. Harris Methodist Northwest 108 Denver Trail Azle, TX 76020 .......................817-444-8600 County: Tarrant Beds: 36 .......................... Year Founded: 1954 www.texashealth.org

13. Baylor Medical Center at Frisco 5601 Warren Parkway Frisco, TX 75034 .....................214-618-2000 County: Collin Beds: 68 ..........................Year Founded: 2002 www.friscomedicalcenter.com

2. Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital 400 W. I-635 (LBJ Freeway) Irving, TX 75063 .....................972-868-4000 County: Dallas Beds: 20 ......................... Year Founded: 2003 www.ic-sh.com/rf/ICSH/Default.aspx

8. Wise Regional Health System 2000 S. FM 51 Decatur, TX 76234 ..................940-627-5921 County: Wise Beds: 50 .......................... Year Founded: 1973 www.wiseregional.com

14. Baylor Medical Center of Waxahachie 1405 W. Jefferson Waxahachie, TX 75165 .......... 972-923-7000 County: Ellis Beds: 69 ..........................Year Founded: 1983 www.baylorhealth.com

3. JPS Diagnostic & Surgery Center of Arlington 4400 New York Arlington, TX 76018 .............. 817-852-8500 County: Tarrant Beds: 30 ..........................Year Founded: 2005 www.dscarlington.com/home.asp

9. Kindred Hospital of MansďŹ eld 1892 Highway 257 North MansďŹ eld, TX 75063 ...............817-473-6101 County: Tarrant Beds: 55 .......................... Year Founded: 1982 www.kindredmansďŹ eld.com

15. Baylor Medical Center at Southwest Fort Worth 7100 Oakmont Blvd.

Fort Worth, TX 76132 ............ 817-346-5700 County: Tarrant Beds: 71 .............................Year Founded: N/A www.baylorhealth.com

4. Kindred Hospital Dallas Walnut Hill 8200 Walnut Hill Lane, 4th Floor Dallas, TX 75231......................214-345-6710 County: Dallas Beds: 30 ............................Year Founded: N/A www.khwalnuthill.com 5. Baylor Surgical Hospital of DFW 750 13th Ave. Forth Worth, TX 76104 ......... 817-334-5050 County: Tarrant Beds: 34 ............................Year Founded: N/A www.baylorhealth.com 6. Baylor Heart and Vascular Center 621 N. Hall St. Dallas, TX 75226 ....................214-820-0600 County: Dallas Beds: 36 .......................... Year Founded: 1954 www.baylorhealth.com

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10. Ennis Regional Medical Center 803 W. Lampasas Ennis, TX 75119 ........................972-878-7097 County: Ellis Beds: 60 ..........................Year Founded: 2007 www.ennisregional.com

16. Healthsouth Medical Center 2124 Research Row Dallas, TX 75235 .................... 214-904-6100 County: Dallas Beds: 74........................... Year Founded: 1993 www.healthsouth.com

11. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Allen 17. Vista Hospital of Dallas 1105 Central Expressway North 2696 W. Walnut St. Suite 140 Garland, TX 75042.................972-665-3000 Allen, TX 75013 ....................... 972-747-1000 County: Dallas County: Collin Beds: 79 ......................... Year Founded: 2003 Beds: 62 ............................Year Founded: N/A www.lclandmedical.com h t t p : / / w w w. t e x a s h e a l t h . o rg / l a n d i n g . cfm?id=114 18. Methodist MansďŹ eld Medical Center 2700 Broad St. 12. Kindred Hospital - Fort Worth MansďŹ eld, TX 75063 .............682-622-2000 815 Eighth Ave. County: Tarrant Fort Worth, TX 76104............. 817-332-4812 Beds: 88 ............................Year Founded: N/A County: Tarrant www.methodisthealthsystem.org Beds: 67 ............................Year Founded: N/A www.kindredfortworth.com

19. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Kaufman 850 Highway 243 West Kaufman, TX 75142 ................972-932-7200 County: Kaufman Beds: 91 ........................... Year Founded: 1979 h t t p : / / w w w. t e x a s h e a l t h . o rg / l a n d i n g . cfm?id=116 20. Weatherford Regional Medical Center 713 E. Anderson St. Weatherford, TX 76086 ......... 817-341-2273 County: Parker Beds: 99 ............................Year Founded: N/A www.weatherfordregional.com 21. Las Colinas Medical Center 6800 N. Macarthur Blvd.

Irving, TX 75039 .....................972-969-2000 County: Dallas Beds: 100 ........................ Year Founded: 1997 www.selectmedicalcorp.com 22. Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children 2222 Welborn St. Dallas, TX 75219..................... 214-559-5000 County: Dallas Beds: 100 .........................Year Founded: 1921 www.tsrh.org 23. Renaissance Hospital Terrell, Inc. 1551 Highway 34 South Terrell, TX 75160 ......................972-563-7611 County: Kaufman Beds: 106 ........................ Year Founded: 1981 www.terrell.renhealthcare.org Continued on next page PHOTO: ISTOCK

1. Pine Creek Medical Center 9032 Harry Hines Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75235 .....................214-231-CARE County: Dallas Beds: 18.......................... Year Founded: 2003 www.pinemedicalcenter.com

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24. Kindred Hospital - Dallas 9525 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 75243 .................... 214-355-2600 County: Dallas Beds: 110 ......................... Year Founded: 1987 www.khdallas.com

35. Denton Regional Medical Center 3535 S. I-35 East Denton, TX 76210 ..................940-384-3535 County: Denton Beds: 200 ........................ Year Founded: 1999 www.dentonregional.com

46. Baylor Medical Center at Garland 2300 Marie Curie Garland, TX 75042................. 972-487-5000 County: Dallas Beds: 263 ........................ Year Founded: 1997 www.baylorhealth.com

57. John Peter Smith Hospital 1500 S. Main St. Fort Worth, TX 76104..............817-921-3431 County: Tarrant Beds: 459 ........................ Year Founded: 1954 www.jpshealthnet.org

25. Renaissance Hospital Dallas Inc. 2929 S. Hampton Road Dallas, TX 75224 ....................214-623-4400 County: Dallas Beds: 110 .........................Year Founded: 2005 www.renaissancehospitaldallas.com

36. Medical Center of Lewisville 500 W. Main St. Lewisville, TX 75057 .............. 972-420-1000 County: Denton Beds: 202 .........................Year Founded: 1976 www.lewisvillemedical.com

47. UT Southwestern St. Paul Hospital 5909 Harry Hines Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75235 .....................214-645-5555 County: Dallas Beds: 271......................... Year Founded: 1967 www.utsouthwestern.edu/utsw/home/pc/ stpaul/index.html

58. Childrens Medical Center of Dallas 1935 Motor St. Dallas, TX 75235 .................... 214-456-7000 County: Dallas Beds: 483.........................Year Founded: 1916 www.childrens.com

26. Lake Pointe Medical Center 6800 Scenic Drive Rowlett, TX 75088 ................. 972-412-2273 County: Rockwall Beds: 112 ......................... Year Founded: 1987 www.lakepointemedical.com

37. Methodist Richardson Medical Center 401 W. Campbell Road Richardson, TX 75080 ...........972-498-4000 County: Dallas Beds: 205 ........................ Year Founded: 1981 www.richardsonregional.com

27. Centennial Medical Center 12505 Lebanon Road Frisco, TX 75035..................... 972-963-3333 County: Collin Beds: 118 ........................ Year Founded: 2004 www.centennialmedcenter.com

38. Trinity Medical Center 4343 N. Josey Lane Carrollton, TX 75010 .............. 972-492-1010 County: Denton Beds: 211 ......................... Year Founded: 1985 www.trinitymedicalcenter.com

28. Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano 4700 Alliance Blvd.

Plano, TX 75093 .....................469-814-2000 County: Collin Beds: 128 ....................... Year Founded: 2004 www.baylorhealth.com

39. Huguley Memorial Medical Center 11801 S. Freeway Burleson, TX 76028 ................817-293-9100 County: Tarrant Beds: 213 .........................Year Founded: 1977 www.huguley.org

50. Baylor Medical Center of Irving 1901 N. Macarthur Blvd.

Irving, TX 75061 ......................972-579-8100 County: Dallas Beds: 288 ........................ Year Founded: 1995 www.baylorhealth.com

40. Doctors Hospital 9440 Poppy Drive Dallas, TX 75218 .....................214-324-6100 County: Dallas Beds: 218 ........................ Year Founded: 1959 www.doctorshospitaldallas.com

51. Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth 900 Eighth Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104............. 817-877-5292 County: Tarrant Beds: 320 .........................Year Founded: 1974 www.plazamedicalcenter.com

29. Texas Health Cleburne 201 Walls Drive Cleburne, TX 76033.................817-641-2551 County: Johnson Beds: 137......................... Year Founded: 1997 www.texashealth.org 30. North Hills Hospital 4401 Booth Calloway Road North Richland Hills, TX 75180 ....................................................817-255-1000 County: Tarrant Beds: 140 ........................ Year Founded: 1965 www.northhillshospital.com

48. Texas Health Harris Methodist HEB 1600 Hospital Parkway Bedford, TX 76022 .................817-685-4000 County: Tarrant Beds: 280 ........................ Year Founded: 1973 www.texashealth.org 49. Cook Childrens Medical Center 801 Seventh Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104........... 682-885-4340 County: Tarrant Beds: 282 ........................ Year Founded: 1985 www.cookchildrens.org

59. Methodist Dallas Medical Center 1441 N. Beckley Ave. Dallas, TX 75203 ..................... 214-947-8181 County: Dallas Beds: 515......................... Year Founded: 1924 www.methodisthealthsystems.org 60. Baylor All Saints Medical Center at Fort Worth 1400 Eighth Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104............ 817-926-2544 County: Tarrant Beds: 537 ........................Year Founded: 2002 www.baylorhealth.com 61. Medical City Dallas Hospital 7777 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75230 .................... 972-566-7000 County: Dallas Beds: 660.........................Year Founded: 1974 www.medicalcityhospital.com 62. Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104............ 817-250-2000 County: Tarrant Beds: 710 ........................ Year Founded: 1997 h t t p : / / w w w. t e x a s h e a l t h . o rg / l a n d i n g . cfm?id=107

52. Medical Center of Arlington 41. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital 3301 Matlock Road Southwest Fort Worth Arlington, TX 76015................ 817-465-3241 6100 Harris Parkway 63. Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas County: Tarrant Fort Worth, TX 76132 ............ 817-433-5000 8200 Walnut Hill Lane Beds: 326 ........................ Year Founded: 1969 County: Tarrant Dallas, TX 75231..................... 214-345-6789 www.medicalcenterarlington.com Beds: 229 ..........................Year Founded: N/A County: Dallas h t t p : / / w w w. t e x a s h e a l t h . o rg / l a n d i n g .

Beds: 866........................Year Founded: 1966 53. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Plano cfm?id=111 h t t p : / / w w w. t e x a s h e a l t h . o rg / l a n d i n g .

6200 W. Parker Road 31. UT Southwestern Zale Lipshy Hospital cfm?id=115 Plano, TX 75093 .....................

972-981-8000 5151 Harry Hines Blvd.

42. Baylor Regional Medical Center County: Collin Dallas, TX 75235 .....................214-645-5555 of Grapevine Beds: 368........................ Year Founded: 1997 64. Parkland Memorial Hospital County: Dallas 1650 College St. h t t p : / / w w w. t e x a s h e a l t h . o rg / l a n d i n g .

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Beds: 144 ........................ Year Founded: 1985 Grapevine, TX 76051 .............. 817-481-1588 cfm?id=117 Dallas, TX 75235 ....................214-590-8000 www.utsouthwestern.edu/utsw/home/ County: Tarrant County: Dallas pc/zalelipshy/index.html Beds: 233 ........................Year Founded: 1984 54. Arlington Medical Hospital Beds: 996 ........................ Year Founded: 1870 www.baylorhealth.com 800 W. Randol Mill Road www.parklandhospital.com 32. Hunt Regional Healthcare Arlington, TX 76012 ................817-548-6100 4215 Joe Ramsey Blvd.

43. Methodist Charlton Medical Center 65. Baylor University Medical Center County: Tarrant Greenville, TX 75401 ............ 903-408-5000 3500 Wheatland Road 3500 Gaston Ave. Beds: 369 ........................ Year Founded: 1958 County: Hunt Dallas, TX 75237 ..................... 214-947-7777 Dallas, TX 75246 ......................214-820-0111 www.arlingtonmemorial.com Beds: 148 ........................ Year Founded: 1950 County: Dallas County: Dallas www.hmhd.org Beds: 254 .........................Year Founded: 1975 55. Texas Health Arlington Memorial Beds: 1025 ......................Year Founded: 1903 www.methodisthealthsystem.org 612 East Lamar Blvd. www.bhcs.com 33. Texas Hospital for Advanced Medicine Arlington, TX 76011................817-960-6100 7 Medical Parkway 44. Presbyterian Hospital of Denton County: Tarrant Dallas, TX 75234 .....................972-247-1000 3000 I-35 Beds: 417 ......................... Year Founded: N/A County: Dallas Denton, TX 76201 ................. 940-898-7000 www.texashealth.org Beds: 150 ........................Year Founded: 1964 County: Denton www.mhatx.org Beds: 255 ........................Year Founded: 2005 56. Medical Center of Plano www.dentonhospital.com 3901 W. 15th St. 34. Dallas Regional Medical Center Plano, TX 75075 .....................972-596-6800 1011 N. Galloway Ave. 45. Medical Center of County: Collin Mesquite, TX 75149 ............... 214-320-7000 McKinney-Wysong Campus Beds: 427 .........................Year Founded: 1975 County: Dallas 130 S. Central Expressway www.medicalcenterofplano.com Beds: 176.........................Year Founded: 1964 McKinney, TX 75070 ............. 972-547-8025 www.medicalcenterofmesquite.com County: Collin Beds: 259 ..........................Year Founded: N/A www.ncentralmedical.com

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“FROM PRESCHOOL TO GRADUATE SCHOOL, DALLAS AND FORT WORTH OFFER A PLETHORA OF POSSIBILITIES FOR THE EDUCATIONAL MIND.”

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R ELOCATI NG FOR A NEW J OB is only one aspect taken into consideration when home buying. For those with children, searching for a new home includes quality school districts, exemplary scores and lifelong childhood friends.

Luckily, the Dallas and Fort Worth areas proudly boast all of these and are home to a variety of public and private schools that meet and often exceed state and national education requirements and parental expectations. From preschool to graduate school, Dallas and Fort Worth offer a plethora of possibilities for the educational mind. Elementary, middle and high school students obtain renowned teachers and facilities as student education is key in the DFW Metroplex. Senior high students gain the luxury of magnet schools focusing on specific student interests such as science, medicine or the arts. In fact, The Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts near downtown Dallas boasts Erykah Badu and Norah Jones as cherished alumni.

Montessori academies promote individual learning while providing quality teaching and educational benefits including specialized study and low pupil/teacher ratios. In addition, certain Montessori systems offer part- and full-time and extended-day programs along with foreign language study, camera monitored classrooms and the security of parental access codes into all facilities.

For those seeking a two-year degree, local community colleges offer DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

E D U C AT I O N varying classes and degree plans specialized for every interest. Conveniently located, the area’s community colleges are close to home or work in most cases.

Community colleges also offer continuing education courses spanning the gamut of personal interests from ballroom dance to creative writing. Expand your mind at a local college near you!

Four-year universities prevail as some of the nation’s top institutions are located in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas. Southern Methodist University, better known as SMU, is located just north of downtown Dallas on Central Expressway. North on I-35 in Denton, the University of North Texas boasts an unsurpassed music program along with critical study and a respected degree plan. Texas Woman’s University, located in Denton as well, is another leading local university. Texas Christian University, the University of Dallas and the University of Texas at Dallas are leaders throughout the state as well.

Within the following pages, you will find pertinent information including contact numbers, associations and schools that can make your educational dreams a reality for you or your children.

Child Care Child care is provided by numerous groups and organizations including major employers, local churches, independent school districts, accredited or associated child care providers and independent child care providers.

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State/Local Education Statutes Most schools in the Metroplex are organized in four levels: Pre K-3, 4-6, 7-8 and 9-12. Instruction at all levels is largely regulated by state requirements. Local areas add their own touches. Students are promoted from grade to grade according to the knowledge they master and their retention of it. In Dallas, only numerical grades are used to evaluate a student’s performance. The grading system, for a majority of the area schools, ranks an: A+ at 98, and A at 95, A- at 91, B+ at 88, B at 85, B- at 81, C+ at 79, C at 77, C- at 75, D+ at 74, D at 72, D- at 70 and F at 69 and below.

Several standardized aptitude and achievement tests are administered to students at different ages including the Tests of Achievement and Proficiency (TAP), Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS), the Texas Assessment of Academic Skills (TAAS) and the Assessment of Course Performance (ACP). www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Together Dallas and Fort Worth ISDs ranked fifth among the largest school districts in the nation.

Home-Bound Instruction There are 13 teachers who work with about 65 home-bound students in the DISD, among them teen mothers.

In addition, there is an average of 215 DISD students daily in 15 hospitals and rehabilitation centers, and there are 25 teachers assigned to work with them.

Heritage Education Program Since the fall of 1998, thousands of students from around the Metroplex have participated in the Heritage Education Program at Old Bedford School. Participants visit a restored 1915 classroom, examine unusual historic artifacts, hear interesting stories from the past and explore the Old Bedford School. For more information, visit www.oldbedford school.com or call 817-952-2290.

Dallas Independent School District (DISD) Dallas is the ninth largest city in the United States and is the largest metropolitan area in Texas. The Dallas Independent School

District is the 12th largest district in the nation, encompassing 384 square miles that includes all or portions of Addison, Balch Springs, Carrollton, Cockrell Hill, Dallas, Farmers Branch, Garland, Highland Park, Hutchins, Mesquite, Seagoville, University Park and Wilmer.

The district has 225 schools that include 155 elementary schools, 29 middle schools, 24 high schools, eight magnet high schools and nine alternative school programs. Dallas ISD schools have been awarded local, state and national honors, including several being named a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education and recognized as among the best schools in Texas by Texas Monthly. In addition, the district’s magnet school program has been nationally recognized by such organizations as the College Board and Newsweek. The magnet school program provides students with unique opportunities in specific areas of study, starting in elementary school and continuing through high school. Dallas teachers often receive local, state and national awards for their innovative techniques in the classroom and for their efforts to further the educaSPRING 2010

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Choosing the best school district for a family does not have to be difďŹ cult—if you know what you’re looking for, if you keep in mind the needs of your child or children and if you know the right questions to ask. What Works, a booklet produced by the U.S. Department of Education, lists the following as the most important characteristics of an effective school: ÇŚ ÇŚ ÇŚ ÇŚ

™—”“Œ Ž“˜™—šˆ™Ž”“†‘ ‘Š†‰Š—˜�Ž• ˜†‹Š †“‰ ”—‰Š—‘ž ˆ‘Ž’†™Š ŽŒ� ™Š†ˆ�Š— Š�•Šˆ™†™Ž”“˜ ‹”— ˜™š‰Š“™ †ˆ�ŽŠ›Š’Š“™ ”“™Ž“š”š˜ †˜˜Š˜˜’Š“™ ”‹ •š•Ž‘ •—”Œ—Š˜˜

Effective schools are places where teachers, principals, students and parents agree on the goals, methods and content of school curriculum.

They are united in recognizing the importance of a coherent curriculum,

public recognition for students who succeed, promoting a sense of school pride and protecting school time for learning.

When selecting a school district, individuals are encouraged to look for the above mentioned characteristics of an effective school. You can use the following questions to determine if the characteristics of effective schools are present and to help you compare individual school districts. The most important person to take into consideration is the child who will be attending the school district.

The school districts welcome inquiries from prospective residents. †“ž ŠÂ?†˜ Ž“‰Š•Š“‰Š“™ ˜ˆÂ?””‘ ‰Ž˜™—Žˆ™˜ Â?†›Š •š‡‘Žˆ ÂŽÂ“Â‹Â”Â—Â’Â†Â™ÂŽÂ”Â“Ç communication departments. These ofďŹ ces can provide materials for you. The department’s staff, school principals and other administrators are willing to answer your questions.

1. What is the present enrollment? Is the district’s enrollment growing, stabilizing or declining?

2. What are the district’s ed u ca tion al phi los o phy, goals and objectives?

3. What type of parent involvement or community involvement is available?

4. What is the pupil ratio to the number of instructional staff? What is the pupil teacher ratio for elementary, junior high and high school students?

HOW ARE THE PUPIL-TEACHER RATIOS FIGURED?

(Do the ratios include classroom teachers only, or do they include other building-level instructional personnel?)

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

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2. Is there a curriculum document available that outlines the goals and objectives of courses? Is there a selection course guide for the secondary schools? Ȟǀ —Š ™Â?Š—Š •—”Œ—†’˜ ‹”— —Š’Š‰Ž†™Ž”“lj ”— ŒŽ‹™Š‰ Š‰ š ˆ† ™Ž”“lj ”— ˜•ŠˆŽ†‘ Š‰šˆ†™Ž”“lj ”— Â›Â”ÂˆÂ†Â™ÂŽÂ”Â“Â†Â‘Ç ÂˆÂ†Â—ÂŠÂŠÂ— Š‰šˆ†™Ž”“lj ”— ™Â?Š Â“ÂŠÂŠÂ‰Â˜Ç ÂŽÂ“Â™ÂŠÂ—ÂŠÂ˜Â™Â˜ ”‹ ž”š— ˆÂ?ÂŽÂ‘Â‰Ç ÂˆÂ?Ž‘ ‰—Š“lj

tion of their students with classroom and extracurricular activities.

Each school has a Site-Based Decision Making Committee made up of parents, community members and faculty who work together to develop and implement programs at the school to further students’ academic achievement. In addition, the district has three superintendent’s advisory committees. To increase parent participation and expand parents’ knowledge of the school district and their children’s curriculum, the district offers one-day Parent Academies throughout the year. For more information about the Dallas ISD, its schools, programs and services, visit www.dallasisd.org.

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Č&#x;Ç€ —Š ™Â?Š—Š ‰Ž‹‹Š—Š“™ ‘Š›Š‘˜ ”‹ Š‰ š ˆ† ™Ž”“ †‘ •—”Œ—†’˜lj ŠŒš‘†— classes, honors programs, advanced placement, etc.? Č Ç€ Â?†™ ™ž•Š˜ ”‹ ˆ”ǂˆš——Žˆš‘†— †“‰ ŠÂ?™—†ˆš——Žˆš‘†— †ˆ™Ž›Ž™ŽŠ˜ (including athletics) are available? ČĄÇ€ —Š ™Â?Š—Š •—”Œ—†’˜ ‹”— ǒ†™ǂ—Ž˜Â?Ç“ ˜™š ‰Š“™˜lj Ȣǀ ” ˜™š‰Š“™˜ Â?†›Š †ˆˆŠ˜˜ ™” ‘Ž‡—†—ŽŠ˜lj —Š ™Â?Š—Š ÂˆÂŠÂ—Â™ÂŽĘŹÂŠÂ‰ ‘Ž‡—†—Ž†“˜ available to assist students?

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ČœÇ€ Â?†™ ˜™†“‰†—‰ŽÂ&#x;Š‰ ™Š˜™˜ †—Š š˜Š‰lj ”œ ‰” ™Â?Š ˜™š‰Š“™˜ ˜ˆ”—Šlj Č?Ç€ ”œ œŠ‘‘ ‰” ˜™š‰Š“™˜ ˜ˆ”—Š ”“ NJ™Â?Š ˜™†™Šǂ’†“‰†™Š‰ ’Ž“ǂ imum skills test)? Ȟǀ Â?†™ Ž˜ ™Â?Š †›Š—†ŒŠ ˜ˆ”—Šlj ”œ ‰”Š˜ ™Â?Ž˜ ˆ”’•†—Š ™” “ŠŽŒÂ?Ç‚ boring districts, the state average and the national average?

4. What is the district’s dropout rate?

ADMINISTRATION/STAFF

ČœÇ€ ”œ Ž˜ ™Â?Š †‰’Ž“Ž˜™—†™Ž›Š ˜™†‹‹ ˜™—šˆ ™š—Š‰lj Č?Ç€ —Š ™Â?Š—Š ŒšŽ‰†“ˆŠ ˆ”š“˜Š‘”—˜ Ž“ Š†ˆÂ? ˜ˆÂ?””‘lj Ȟǀ —Š ™Â?Š—Š ˜ˆÂ?””‘ “š—˜Š˜ †›†Ž‘ †‡‘Š ™” †˜˜Ž˜™ œŽ™Â? Â?Š†‘™Â? ˜Š— ›Žˆ Š˜lj Č&#x;Ç€ Â?†™ Ž˜ ™Â?Š †›Š—†ŒŠ “š’‡Š— ”‹ žŠ†—˜ ”‹ ™Š†ˆÂ?Ž“Œ ŠÂ?•Š—ŽŠ“ˆŠ of the staff?

5. Does the district offer staff development for its staff?

Greater Dallas Area Schools In addition to the DISD, there are 76 independent school districts in the greater Dallas area, serving the educational needs of young people from kindergarten through grade 12. While each district must meet the basic requirements, standards and codes set by the Texas Education Agency, each one also strives to meet the special educational needs of its local constituents.

Charter Schools The first charter school legislation was passed in 1991, and as of January 2009, there were more than 3,000 charter schools attended by close to 1 million stu-

dents in the United States. To encourage local initiative, the 1995 Texas Education Code established charter schools. Like public school districts, charter schools are monitored and accredited under the statewide testing and accountability system. Though underwritten by public funds, they operate independently. State laws and district policies do not stipulate how these schools teach, spend money or hire/fire staff. In return, charter schools are held strictly accountable for academic and financial performance.

To be effective, a charter school begins with and is driven by a mission: Each school engages parents as real partners and fosters a highly collegial culture that DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

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The DFW region is home to some of the most exclusive and high quality educational and training institutions in America, providing the area with a highly educated workforce... ÇŚ Š“—”‘‘’Š“™ Ž“ ‡”™Â? •š‡‘Žˆ †“‰ private four-year institutions is more ™Â?†“ ČœČ Č›Ć˝Č›Č›Č›Ç€ Â?Š †—Š† Ž˜ Â?”’Š to five community college districts, several of which offer multiple campuses, enrolling just over 144,000 students. (Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board) ÇŚ U.S. News & World Report (2008) ranked 16 graduate programs at local public universities among the top 50 in their ĘŹÂŠÂ‘Â‰Â˜Ćż Š†‘™Â? Ž‡—†—Ž†“˜Â?Ž• NJ™Â?Ž—‰Ǫƽ Â?ž˜ŽˆŽ†“ ˜˜Ž˜™†“™ NJ‹”š—™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ š‰Ž”‘”Œž NJ‹”š—™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ Š†‘™Â? Ž‡—†—Ž†“˜Â?Ž• NJʏ‹™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ Ž™ž ‘†““Ž“Œ and Urban Policy (ninth), UTSWMC BioˆÂ?Š’Ž˜™—ž ÇŠČœČ›Â™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ ˆÂ?””‘ Ž‡—†—ž Š‰Ž† ÇŠČœČœÂ™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ •ŠŠˆÂ?Ç Â†Â“ÂŒÂšÂ†ÂŒÂŠ ÇŠČœČ?™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ ™š‰Š“™ ”š“˜Š‘Ž“Œ ÇŠČœČ Â™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ ˆˆš•†™Ž”“†‘ Â?Š—†•ž ÇŠČœČ˘Â™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ ŠÂ?†‡Ž‘Ž™†™Ž”“ ”š“˜Š‘Ž“Œ ÇŠČ?Č&#x;™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ Â?ž˜Žˆ†‘ Â?Š—†•ž ÇŠČ?Č&#x;™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ ˆˆš•†™Ž”“†‘ Â?Š—†•ž ÇŠČ?Č&#x;™Â?ÇŞĆ˝ Â?ž˜Žcian (34th), UTSWMC Physical Therapy ÇŠČ&#x;ČœÂ˜Â™ÇŞĆ˝ ”ˆŽ†‘ ”—Â? ÇŠČ&#x;Č?“‰Ǫǀ ÇŚ œ” ‰šˆ†™Ž”“ Š—›ŽˆŠ ŠŒŽ”“˜ ˜Š—›Š †“‰ ˜š——”š“‰Ž“Œ ˆ”š“™ŽŠ˜ œŽ™Â? more than 1,800 schools in 157 Independent School Districts (ISDs) enrolling just under 1.2 million students in 20082009. (Texas Education Agency)

Parents and teachers often choose charter schools for educational reasons— high academic standards, small class size, innovative approaches or educational philosophies in line with their own. To learn more about charter schools online, visit the Texas Education Agency at www.tea.state. tx.us/charter/.

Montessori Education More than a dozen schools in the DFW Metroplex use the child-centered Montessori approach. A Montessori education is designed to foster development in academics along with emotional, social and spiritual education for life. This type of education draws its principles from the natural development of the child. Multi-age classrooms and early childhood education provide a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural tendencies to explore, move, share with a group, be independent, make decisions, create order, develop self-control, abstract ideas from experience, use the creative imagination, work hard, repeat, concentrate and perfect one’s efforts. The children progress at their own pace, according to individual capabilities. There are many resources available to help locate a Montessori school for your child, but there is no substitute for the research you can do in your own community. Gather information from the suggested sources below to

learn more. Request literature and make an appointment to observe a class during a normal day. Be ready to apply early, as many good schools have waiting lists.

MONTESSORI RESOURCES: AMI (Association Montessori International) 800-872-2643, 585-461-5920 www.montessori-ami.org American Montessori Society 212-358-1250 www.amshq.org/schls/tx.html Montessori Foundation The International Montessori Council 941-729-9565 www.montessori.org NAMTA (North American Montessori Teachers Association) www.montessori-namta.org/NAMTA/ NAMServs/dirgateway.html The International Montessori Index www.montessori.edu

Why Choose Private School?

Dallas private schools offer a wide range of facilities, from state-of-the-art science centers to top-notch theater and fine-arts departments. Media centers are prevalent and instruction on Macintosh and/or IBM

Kindergarten students celebrate Beach Day.

ÇŚ ”ŒŠ™Â?Š— †‘‘†˜ †“‰ ”—™ ”—™Â? ˜ ranked ďŹ fth among the largest school districts in the nation. (National Center for Education Statistics) ÇŚ ”—Š ™Â?†“ Č?Č&#x;Č› †ˆˆ—Š‰Ž™Š‰ •—Ž›†™Š †“‰ •†—”ˆÂ?Ž†‘ ˜ˆÂ?””‘˜ ‘”ˆ†™Š‰ Ž“ ™Â?Š area enroll more than 100,000 primary and secondary students. (Texas Private School Accreditation Commission) ÇŚ “ Č?țțȢƽ ’”—Š ™Â?†“ ČœČ Č› •š‡‘Žˆ ˜ˆÂ?””‘˜ Ž“ ™Â?Š †—Š† œŠ—Š —Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰ †˜ ŠÂ?Š’•‘†—ž ˆ†’•š˜Š˜ ‡ž ™Â?Š ŠÂ?†˜ ‰šˆ†™Ž”“ ŒŠ“ˆžǀ Â?Š †‘˜” —Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰ ”›Š— Ȟțț ˜ˆÂ?””‘˜ Ž“ ™Â?Š †—Š† ‹”— †ˆ†demic performance.

SOURCE: 2009 DFW FACTS; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ ; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT 2/10

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2010

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

PHOTO: GIGI EKSTROM

E D U C AT I O N

DFW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS 2008 – 2009 Independent School District (ISD)

Number of Schools and Grade Level

Total Enrollment

SAT Avg. Composite (2005)

Allen ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČž ‘‘Š“ƽ Č˘Č Č›ČœČžÇ‚Č›Č›ČœČž ȤȢČ?ǂȢČ?Č˘Ç‚Č›Č ČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ†‘‘Š“Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

ČœČ Â‘ÂŠÂ’ Ç‚ČĄ Čž ȢǂȤ Čœ —Š˜Â?’†“ Š“™Š— Čœ ČœČ›Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČ˘Ć˝Č›Č&#x;Ȥ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č˘Čœ

Blue Ridge ISD ČœČ›ČĄČŁČŁ Č Č›Č&#x; ‘šŠ ÂŽÂ‰ÂŒÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č?Č&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č˘Č Č?Ç‚Č Č Č Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ‡—Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČĄČ&#x;Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Celina ISD 205 S. Colorado Š‘Ž“†ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č›Č¤Ç‚Č›ČœČŁČŁ Č&#x;ȥȤǂȢČ&#x;Č?Ç‚Č¤ČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀˆŠ‘Ž“†Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č?

1 Intermediate 3-5 Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č˘ČœČ¤

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Community ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;țț Š›†‰†ƽ Č˘Č ČœČ˘Čž ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČŁČ&#x;ȞǂČ?Č ČžČ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”’’š“Ž™žŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ Č Ç‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝ČĄČ›ČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Farmersville ISD Č Č›Čœ ÂŽÂŒÂ?œ†ž Ȣȣ Â†Â—Â’ÂŠÂ—Â˜Â›ÂŽÂ‘Â‘ÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č&#x;Č? œœœǀ‹†—’Š—˜›Ž‘‘ŠŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Čœ Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č?Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č&#x;ȞȞ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č›Č

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Frisco ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č¤ČœČ› Â—ÂŽÂ˜ÂˆÂ”Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČžČ&#x;Ç‚Č›Č¤ČœČ› Č&#x;ȥȤǂȥȞȞǂȥțțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‹—Ž˜ˆ”Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č?Ȣ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č¤ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Č&#x; Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȞțƽȤȣČ?

Lovejoy ISD Č?Č Č¤ ”š“™—ž ‘š‡ ”†‰ ‘‘Š“ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č›Č? Č&#x;ȥȤǂȢČ&#x;Č?ǂȣțțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‘”›ŠÂ?”žŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čž ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č?ƽȤČ?Č

Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Ȥ NJ•Â?†˜Ž“Œ ”š™ ‘‘Š“ ÇŞĆž ÇŠČ¤Ç‚ČœČ? œŽ‘‘ †™™Š“‰ ”›ŠÂ?”ž Č?țțȤǂČ?Č›ČœČ›ÇŞ

McKinney ISD š›†‘‘ ™—ŠŠ™ƽ Č“Čœ ˆ Ž““Šžƽ Č˘Č Č›ČĄČ¤Ç‚ČžČ?ČœČœ Č&#x;ȥȤǂȢČ&#x;Č?Ç‚Č&#x;țȢț ÇŚ œœœǀ’ˆÂ?Ž““ŠžŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

ČœČ¤ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čž Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Plano ISD Č?Ȣțț Ç€ ČœČ Â™Â? ‘†“”ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č˘Č Ç‚Č ČŁČ¤ČŁ Č&#x;ČĄČ¤Ç‚Č˘Č Č?Ç‚ČŁČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ•Ž˜‰ǀŠ‰š

Č&#x;ČĄ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č ČœČ? ČĄÇ‚ČŁ ČŁ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ› Čž ČœČœÇ‚ČœČ?

Wylie ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;Ȥț ž‘ŽŠƽ Č˘Č Č›Č¤ČŁÇ‚Č›Č&#x;Ȥț ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č?ȤǂȞțțț ÇŚ œœœǀœž‘ŽŠŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

COLLIN COUNTY

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰ Education remains a top priority in Dallas.

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Č Č&#x;Ć˝ČœČ˘Čœ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝ČĄČ¤Č

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

ČœČ? ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Čž Ȣǂȣ Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČœĆ˝Č›Č›Č›

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č›Č˘

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČœČ ČœČŁČĄ †——”‘‘™”“ƽ Č˘Č Č›ČœČœÇ‚Č ČœČŁČĄ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČĄČĄÇ‚ČĄČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‹‡Ž˜‰ǀŠ‰š

Č?Ȣ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č ČĄ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ ČĄ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?ČĄĆ˝ČœČ˘Č?

Š†‰Ž“Œ Ę– Č ČœČœ †™Â? Ę– Č Č&#x;ČŁ —Ž™Ž“Œ Ę– Č ČœČ?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Cedar Hill ISD Č?Ȣț Ç€ ÂŽÂŒÂ?œ†ž ȥȢ Š‰†— Ž‘‘ƽ Č˘Č ČœČ›Č&#x;Ç‚Č›Č?Č&#x;ČŁ 972-291-1581 œœœǀˆÂ?Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

ČĄ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čž “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č? Ȣǂȣ 1 9th grade Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȣƽțțț

Coppell ISD Č?țț Ç€ Š“™”“ †• ”†‰ ”••Š‘‘ƽ Č˘Č Č›ČœČ¤Ç‚ČžČ?Č›Č Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č&#x;Č¤ČĄÇ‚ČĄČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”••Š‘‘Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

Ȥ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čž ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȤƽȤČ?Č›

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝ČœČœČ?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Dallas ISD ȞȢțț ”˜˜ ›Šǀ Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ć˝ Č˘Č Č?Č›Č&#x;Ç‚Č Č&#x;Č¤Čœ ȤȢČ?ǂȤČ?Č Ç‚ČžČ˘Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†‘‘†˜Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

ČœČ ČŁ ‘Š’ ȞȢ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ ČžČ&#x; Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČĄČ›Ć˝Č›Č›Č›

”™†‘ Ę– ČŁČ ČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

DeSoto ISD Č?țț Ç€ Š‘™ Ž“Š ”†‰ DeSoto, TX 75115-5795 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č?Ȟǂȥȥȥȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ‰Š˜”™”Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Ȣ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č&#x; ČĄÇ‚ČŁ 1 9th grade Čœ ČœČ›Ç‚ČœČ?

ȣƽȣȣȤ

”™†‘ Ę– ȤČ&#x;Ȥ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Duncanville ISD ČŁČ›Č? Ç€ †Ž“ ™ǀ Duncanville, TX 75137-2316 ȤȢČ?ǂȢțȣǂČ?țțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‰š“ˆ†“›Ž‘‘ŠŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Ȥ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čž “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ 3 MS 7-8 Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČ?ƽȥțț

”™†‘ ʖ ȤȢț

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Č?ČžĆ˝ČœČžČ

�Š’•‘†—ž

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č&#x;Č&#x;

DALLAS COUNTY

PHOTO: ISTOCK

Accountability Rating (2008)

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

computers will be offered in every school, some beginning as early as pre K and kindergarten. Dallas has several private sector athletic conferences, and though academics are prioritized, almost every competitive sport imaginable is offered at private schools.

An obvious reason parents in Dallas choose private education is because of the variety available. Parents can choose schools with a religious background or schools that do not emphasize religious teachings. They can choose for their children to wear a uniform or their own individual clothing styles. Many visitors are surprised to see that in Dallas, many private schools offer a more diverse student body than public schools do. This is because students attend private schools from all over the city.

Finally, a safe, nurturing environment is probably the core reason families choose private schools. Though today’s children and teenagers cannot be saved from every negative influence in the world, private schools take the extra steps needed to educate kids about positive decision making.

Teachers and administrators are easy to find and readily available for parents and students, both on campus and at home.

Dallas private schools provide a wellrounded educational experience and have a continued commitment to excellence and safety for the students.

SPRING 2010

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BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL Proven Excellence. As a nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, Bishop Lynch High School is home to a vibrant mix of students with diverse backgrounds, talents and interests. BL provides an exceptional environment that promotes character and emphasizes values, as well as a wide variety of educational and recreational programs that meet or exceed every measure of excellence.

Recognized for student achievement, leadership and innovation, BL continues to build on a rich tradition of excellence in academics, athletics and the arts, with renowned programs that prepare graduates for a lifetime of success.

As a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school, BL is home to the largest dual enrollment program of any Charter schools in the region high academic standards.

DFW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS 2008 – 2009 Independent School District (ISD)

Number of Schools and Grade Level

Total Enrollment

Garland ISD Č Č›Čœ š•Ž™Š— —Ž›Š

†—‘†“‰ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č&#x;Č? ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ȤČ&#x;Ç‚ČŁČ?Č›Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ†—‘†“‰Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Č&#x;Ȥ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č ČœČž ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Ȣ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č ČĄĆ˝Č Č¤Čž

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Grand Prairie ISD ”Â? Č ČžČœČœČ˘Č›

—†“‰ —†Ž—ŽŠƽ Č˘Č Č›Č ČžÇ‚ČœČœČ˘Č› ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČĄČ&#x;Ç‚ČĄČœČ&#x;Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ•Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č?Č Â‘ÂŠÂ’ Ç‚Č Č˘ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Č&#x; Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Č Ć˝Č Č›Č›

”™†‘ Ę– ȤȥČ?

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Highland Park ISD 7015 Westchester Drive Dallas, TX 75205-1061 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȢȣțǂȞțȣȞ ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?•Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č&#x; ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; 2 MS 6-8 1 Intermediate Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČĄĆ˝ČžČœČ˘

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č˘Č˘Čœ

Irving ISD Č?ČĄČ?Čœ Ç€ Ž—•”—™ —ŠŠœ†ž

Â—Â›ÂŽÂ“ÂŒĆ˝ Č˘Č Č›ČĄČ? ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČœČ Ç‚Č Č›Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀŽ—›Ž“ŒŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Č?Č› ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č˘ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Č Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČžČ?Ć˝Č˘ČœČž

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝ČžČ Č˘ ÇŠ ÂŠÂ†Â‰ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÇ Â†Â™Â?Ç Â—ÂŽÂ™ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÇŞ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Lancaster ISD Č&#x;Č?Č? Ç€ Š“™—Š ›Šǀ Â†Â“ÂˆÂ†Â˜Â™ÂŠÂ—Ć˝ Č˘Č ČœČ&#x;ČĄÇ‚Č›Č&#x;țț ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČœČŁÇ‚ČœČ&#x;țț ÇŚ œœœǀ‘†“ˆ†˜™Š—Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Ȣ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č Ć˝Č¤Č¤Č›

”™†‘ ʖ ȣțȞ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Mesquite ISD Č&#x;Č›Č Ç€ †›Ž˜ ™ǀ ÂŠÂ˜Â–ÂšÂŽÂ™ÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č ČœČ&#x;ȤǂČ&#x;Č˘Č›Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČŁČŁÇ‚ČĄČ&#x;ČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ’Š˜–šŽ™ŠŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

ČžČœ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ ČŁ Ȣǂȣ Č Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȞȥƽȥČ&#x;Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Richardson ISD Č&#x;țț Ç€ —ŠŠ“›Ž‘‘Š ›Šǀ ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČœÇ‚ČœČ&#x;Ȥȣ Č&#x;ČĄČ¤Ç‚Č Č¤ČžÇ‚Č›Č›Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ—Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č&#x;Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ ČŁ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Ȥ™Â? Š“™Š— Č&#x; Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČžČ&#x;Ć˝Č›Č¤Čœ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č›ČŁ

Sunnyvale ISD Č&#x;ČœČ˘ —Ž•• ”†‰ š““ž›†‘Šƽ Č˘Č ČœČŁČ?Ç‚Č¤Č Č&#x;Č&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č?ČĄÇ‚Č Č¤Č˘Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ˜š““ž›†‘ŠŽ˜‰ǀˆ”’

Čœ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ

ČŁČ?Ȣ

�Š’•‘†—ž

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČŁČ ČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Fannindel ISD Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č ČĄČ›Čœ Ç€ †Ž“ ™ǀ Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČœČ? †‰”“Ž†ƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č&#x;Č¤Ç‚ČœČ ČœČ˘ ȤțȞǂȞȥȢǂȢČ?Č Čœ ÇŚ Â?Â™Â™Â•ĆżÇ Ç Â‹Â†Â“Â“ÂŽÂ“Â‰ÂŠÂ‘Ç€ÂŠÂ˜ÂˆČŁÇ€Â“ÂŠÂ™

Č?Č›Čœ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

DELTA COUNTY

Cooper ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;Ȣȣ ””•Š—ƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;ČžČ? Č¤Č›ČžÇ‚ČžČ¤Č Ç‚Č?ČœČœČ? ÇŚ œœœǀˆ””•Š—Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

DE N TON C O U NT Y

2010

Accountability Rating (2008)

�Š’•‘†—ž

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Denton ISD ČœČžČ›Č˘ Ç€ ”ˆš˜™ ™ǀ Š“™”“ƽ Č˘Č Č?Č›Čœ ȤČ&#x;țǂȞȥȤǂțțțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‰Š“™”“Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č?Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č ČĄ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čž Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?țƽȣȤČ?

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č?Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Krum ISD 809 E. McCart St. —š’ƽ ȢȥČ?Č&#x;Ȥ 940-482-6000 œœœǀÂ?—š’Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č?

1 Elem 4-5 Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČžÇ‚Č 1 MS 6-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č Č›ČĄ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č&#x;Ȣ

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Lake Dallas ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č Č&#x;ČŁ †Â?Š Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČĄČ Č¤Č&#x;țǂČ&#x;ȤȢǂČ&#x;țȞȤ ÇŚ œœœǀ‘‰Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č&#x;ƽțțț

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›ČžČ˘

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Lewisville ISD ČœČŁČ›Č› Ž’‡Š—ˆ—ŠŠÂ? ”†‰ ‘”œŠ— ”š“‰ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č?ČŁ 469-713-5200 œœœǀ‘Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ —Šǂ ȞȤ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č ČœČ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ 2 9th Centers Č Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č&#x;ȤƽČ&#x;Ȟȣ

”™†‘ Ę– Č ČžČ˘ NJ“Šœ ˜ˆ”—Ž“Œ Â˜ÂžÂ˜Â™ÂŠÂ’ÇŞ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

ČœČ?Ć˝Č&#x;Č&#x;Ȣ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›ČœČ¤

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Northwest ISD ČœČž ‘Š’ Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȢȢțȢț Čž ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČœČ˘ Čœ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ČœČ Ç‚Č›Č›Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ“”—™Â?œŠ˜™ǀÂ?ČœČ?ǀ™Â?ǀš˜

S P R I N G

SAT Avg. Composite (2005)

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

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For more information about Dallas-area private schools, please see the valuable charts included in this section.

E D U C AT I O N

DFW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS 2008 – 2009 Independent School District (ISD)

Number of Schools and Grade Level

Total Enrollment

SAT Avg. Composite (2005)

Accountability Rating (2008)

ČžČœČ›

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

CHASE’S PLACE

ELLIS COUNTY

Avalon ISD Čœ Ç‚ČœČ? Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;Č Č Â›Â†Â‘Â”Â“Ć˝ ȢȥȥČ?ȞǂțČ&#x;Č Č

ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČĄČ?ȢǂȞČ?Č Čœ ÇŚ Â?Â™Â™Â•ĆżÇ Ç Â†Â›Â†Â‘Â”Â“Ç€Â™Â?ǀ˜ˆÂ?””‘œŠ‡•†ŒŠ˜ǀˆ”’

Ennis ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČ&#x;Č?Č› Ennis, TX 75120-1420 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČŁČ˘Č Ç‚Č¤Č›Č?Ȣ œœœǀŠ““Ž˜Â?ČœČ?ǀ™Â?ǀš˜

Č&#x; ‘Š’ Ç‚Čž Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č&#x;Ç‚Č 1 6th Center Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č Ć˝ČŁČ?Č?

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Ferris ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;Č Č¤ ÂŠÂ—Â—ÂŽÂ˜Ć˝ Č˘Č ČœČ?Č Ç‚Č?Č?Č?Č Č¤Č˘Č?Ç‚Č Č&#x;Č&#x;Ç‚ČžČŁČ ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹Š——Ž˜Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Čž Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č&#x;Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Ć˝Č&#x;Č Č˘

”™†‘ Ę– ȤČ&#x;ČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Italy ISD Ȟțț Ç€ ”‘‘ŠŒŠ Italy, TX 76651 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČŁČžÇ‚ČœČŁČœČ ÇŚ œœœǀŽ™†‘žŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ —Š Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Č˘Ç‚ČœČ?

ȥȞț

”™†‘ ʖ ȤȞȞ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Maypearl ISD Č&#x;țț †“™Â?Š— †“Š †ž•Š†—‘ƽ ȢȥțȥČ&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČžČ Ç‚Č?ČœČœČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ’†ž•Š†—‘Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Č˘Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č›Č¤Č?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Midlothian ISD ČœČ›Č› †‘™Š— ™Š•Â?Š“˜”“ ”†‰ Ž‰‘”™Â?Ž†“ƽ Č˘ČĄČ›ČĄČ Ç‚ČžČĄČžČĄ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č˘Č˘Č Ç‚ČŁČ?Ȥȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ’Ž‰‘”™Â?Ž†“ǂŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

ČĄ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č? ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č˘Ć˝ČœČ Č?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Milford ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č Č&#x;Č Milford, TX 76670-0545 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ȤȞǂČ?Č¤ČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ’Ž‘‹”—‰Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?ČžČ?

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Palmer ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȢȤț Palmer, TX 75152-0790 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;ȤǂȞȞȣȤ ÇŚ œœœǀ•†‘’Š—ǂŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č? Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČžÇ‚Č 1 MS 6-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝ČœČžČ›

”™†‘ ʖ ȣȤȥ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Red Oak ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Ȥțțț Š‰ †Â?Ć˝ Č˘Č ČœČ Č&#x;ǂȤțțț ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČĄČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ȤČ&#x;Čœ ŠÂ?™ƿ Č&#x;ȞțȤ www.redoakisd.org

Č&#x; ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č Ć˝ČœČ&#x;Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Waxahachie ISD Č&#x;ČœČœ Ç€ Ž‡˜”“ ™ǀ †Â?†Â?†ˆÂ?ŽŠƽ Č˘Č ČœČĄČ Ç‚ČžČ›Č›Č˘ ȤȢČ?ǂȤČ?ȞǂČ&#x;ČĄČžČœ œœœǀœŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

ČĄ ‘Š’ǀ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄ Čœ Ȣ Čœ ČŁ Čœ Ȥ™Â? —†‰Š Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȥƽȥČ&#x;ČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ Č Ç‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č Č˘Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Boles ISD Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ ȤȢȢȢ Č?ČœČ›Čœ Čœ Č˘Ç‚ČœČ? šŽ“‘†“ƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;ȢČ&#x;

ȤțȞǂȣȣȞǂČ&#x;Č&#x;ČĄČ&#x; ÇŚ Â?Â™Â™Â•ĆżÇ Ç Â‡Â”Â‘ÂŠÂ˜Ç€ÂŠÂ‰Â“ÂŠÂ™ČœČ›Ç€Â“ÂŠÂ™

Č ČžČ›

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

ČœĆ˝Č&#x;Č?Č›

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Campbell ISD Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Č&#x;țȤ Ç€ ”—™Â? ™ǀ Čœ Č˘Ç‚ČœČ?

Campbell, TX 75422-0157 ȤțȞǂȣȥČ?Ç‚ČžČ?Č Č¤ ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€ÂˆÂ†Â’Â•Â‡ÂŠÂ‘Â‘Ç€ÂŠÂ‰Â“ÂŠÂ™ČœČ›Ç€Â“ÂŠÂ™

ȞȢȥ

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Celeste ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȥȢ ÂŠÂ‘ÂŠÂ˜Â™ÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č?ȞǂțțȥȢ Č¤Č›ČžÇ‚Č ČĄČŁÇ‚Č&#x;ČŁČ?Č ÇŚ œœœǀˆŠ‘Š˜™ŠŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č Č›Č?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Commerce ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČ?Č Čœ Â”Â’Â’ÂŠÂ—ÂˆÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č?ȣǂȞȥțȣ Č¤Č›ČžÇ‚ČŁČŁČĄÇ‚ČžČ˘Č Č ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”’’Š—ˆŠŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝ČĄČ›Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

HUNT COUNTY

Bland ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č?ČœČĄ Š—Ž™ƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č ČŁÇ‚Č›Č?ČœČĄ ȤțȞǂȢȢȥǂČ?Č?ȞȤ ÇŚ œœœǀ‡‘†“‰Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Caddo Mills ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČĄČ› †‰‰” ÂŽÂ‘Â‘Â˜Ć˝ Č˘Č ČœČžČ Č¤Č›ČžÇ‚Č Č?Č˘Ç‚ČĄČ›Č ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ†‰‰”’Ž‘‘˜Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

campus in the DFW area. BLHS is also home to a creative and well-designed program for students with special needs. Any student who is willing to work will find an academic home at BLHS. Applications can be completed online at www.bishoplynch.org.

CLARIDEN SCHOOL, THE

Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Chase’s Place is a full-day, Dallas-area private school. It accepts students with developmental disabilities including MR, PDD/Autism, Acquired Brain Injuries and Neurological Disorders. Chase’s Place maintains a 1-2 staffstudent ratio. This increases the amount of individual assistance while supporting increased independence to the greatest extent possible. Chase’s Place integrates therapeutic services into each regular school day. Therapists provide direct services to its students and consult weekly with teachers to incorporate the student’s specific goals into their daily routine. Its services include: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Music Therapy. Learn more at www.chasesplace.org.

The Clariden School is a private, non-sectarian school serving children from preschool through high school. The Lower School (pre K through sixth grade) is an Association Montessori International (AMI) program. This offers an activity-based, interdisciplinary approach to learning within a collaborative community environment. Art, music and foreign language are incorporated from the very start. The Montessori philosophy carries over beautifully into the innovative college preparatory program for grades seven through 12.

The Upper School provides a mini-college type setting with classes of 12-15 students and faculty who are dynamic and engaged.

In addition to the challenging academics, students enjoy a wide variety of extra and co-curricular activities including student council, yearbook, choir, band, theater, National Honor Society and a “no-cuts� athletics program. Clariden is a vibrant, caring community with a strong dedication to the academic, social and personal growth of every student. Learn more at www.claridenschool.org.

DALLAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Dallas International School prepares its students for the French baccalaureate diploma and the international baccalaureate diploma both of which assure admission into universities worldwide.

SPRING 2010

E D U C AT I O N It provides a multilingual education to more than 500 students in preschool through grade 12. Subjects are taught in both French and English, enabling children to achieve fluency in both languages.

Instruction in Spanish and Chinese also is included in the curriculum. Accredited by the French Ministry of National Education and The International Baccalaureate Organization, students receive a unique experience and understanding of cultural differences through the intermingling of the 25 different nationalities represented by the student population. An enriching afterschool program provides additional opportunities for students to explore activities such as dance, art, circus, soccer, gymnastics and much more. The Summer Language School is open to all and offers fun activities conducted in French or Spanish. Foreign language classes also are available for adults. Learn more at www.distexas.org.

GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL GSES is a co-educational, parish affiliated school with nearly 600 students each year. The lower school fosters an inquisitiveness and love of learning that remains with a child for a lifetime. Spanish, computer classes, daily physical education, music and art add breadth to the core subjects. Opportunities to develop leadership skills are abundant especially during the critical middle school years, and peer respect is advocated and reinforced. This program lays the foundation for a lifetime of achievement. GSES has gained recognition for its signature outdoor education program, Classroom of the Earth. The curriculum begins with nature walks in first grade and progresses to a 10-day trip for eighth grade students in Colo-

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DFW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS 2008 – 2009 Independent School District (ISD)

Number of Schools and Grade Level

Total Enrollment

SAT Avg. Composite (2005)

Greenville ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČ›Č?Č?

—ŠŠ“›Ž‘‘Šƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č›ČžÇ‚ČœČ›Č?Č? ȤțȞǂČ&#x;Č Č˘Ç‚Č?Č Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀŒ—ŠŠ“›Ž‘‘ŠŽ˜‰ǀˆ”’

Č Â‘ÂŠÂ’ Ç‚Č Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č&#x;Ć˝ČŁČ ČĄ

”™†‘ Ę– ȤȤČ

Lone Oak ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Ȟȣ ”“Š †Â?Ć˝ Č˘Č Č&#x;Č ČžÇ‚Č›Č›ČžČŁ ȤțȞǂȥȥČ?Ç‚Č Č&#x;Č?Ȣ ÇŚ œœœǀ‘”Ž˜‰ǀŠˆÂ?†‘Â?ǀˆ”’

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ Č Ç‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č¤ČœČž

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Quinlan ISD ČœČ›Č›ČĄČ&#x; Ç€ š˜Ž“Š˜˜ ČžČ&#x; šŽ“‘†“ƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;ȢČ&#x;ǂȤȥȤț Č¤Č›ČžÇ‚ČžČ ČĄÇ‚ČžČ?ȤȞ ÇŚ œœœǀ–šŽ“‘†“Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Čž Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č&#x;Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?ƽȥȢȤ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Wolfe City ISD 553 W. Dallas St. ”‘‹Š Ž™žƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;ȤȥǂțȥțȢ ȤțȞǂČ&#x;ȤȥǂČ?Č?ČŁČž ÇŚ œœœǀœˆŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č 1 MS 6-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČĄČ?Č›

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Alvarado ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȞȣȢ ČœČœČ› Ç€ Ž‘‘ †ˆÂ?˜”“ —Ž›Š ‘›†—†‰”ƽ ȢȥțțȤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č˘ČŁČžÇ‚ČĄČŁČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ†‘›†—†‰”Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čž ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȞƽȞțȣ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Burleson ISD ČœČœČĄČ› Ç€ Ž‘˜Â?Ž—Š ‘›‰ǀ ÂšÂ—Â‘ÂŠÂ˜Â”Â“Ć˝ ȢȥțČ?ČŁÇ‚Č Č˘ČœČ¤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č&#x;Č Ç‚ČœČ›Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ‡š—‘Š˜”“Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Ȥ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č? ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č¤Ć˝Č Č?ČĄ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Cleburne ISD Č Č›Č Ç€ ÂŽÂ‰ÂŒÂŠÂœÂ†ÂžĆ˝ šŽ™Š ČœČ›Č› ‘Š‡š—“Šƽ Č˘ČĄČ›ČžČžÇ‚Č ČœČœČŁ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č›Č?Ç‚ČœČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‘Š‡š—“ŠǀÂ?ČœČ?ǀ™Â?ǀš˜

Ȣ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č? ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȥƽȞțț

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Godley ISD Č ČœČ? Ž“Â?˜ —Ž›Š

”‰‘Šžƽ ȢȥțČ&#x;Č&#x; ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČŁČ¤Ç‚Č?Č ČžČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ”‰‘ŠžŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č? Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČžÇ‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č Č?Č&#x;

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Grandview ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČžČœČ›

Â—Â†Â“Â‰Â›ÂŽÂŠÂœĆ˝ Č˘ČĄČ›Č Č›Ç‚Č›ČžČœČ› ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČŁČĄČĄÇ‚Č?Č&#x;Č Č› ÇŚ œœœǀŒ›Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č? Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČžÇ‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝ČœČ›Č&#x;

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Joshua ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;Č› ”˜Â?š†ƽ Č˘ČĄČ›Č ČŁÇ‚Č›Č›Č&#x;Č› ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č›Č?Ç‚Č?Č Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”˜Â?š†Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č Â‘ÂŠÂ’ Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č Ć˝Č›Č›Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Keene ISD Č&#x;Č›Č&#x; Â?†—ŒŠ— —Ž›Š Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČĄČ ČĄ ŠŠ“Šƽ Č˘ČĄČ›Č Č¤Ç‚Č›ČĄČ ČĄ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č˘Č˘Č&#x;Ç‚Č Č?țț ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?ŠŠ“ŠŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č˘ČĄČœ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Rio Vista ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȞȥȤ Ž” ÂŽÂ˜Â™Â†Ć˝ ȢȥțȤȞǂțȞȥȤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČ˘ČžÇ‚Č?Č?Č&#x;Čœ Â?™ƿ Č?Č?Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ—›Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ Č Ç‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Ȥțț

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Venus ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȞȥČ&#x; ÂŠÂ“ÂšÂ˜Ć˝ ȢȥțȣČ&#x;ǂțȞȥČ&#x; ȤȢČ?ǂȞȥȥǂȞČ&#x;Č&#x;ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ›Š“š˜Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ Ç‚Čœ Čœ ‘Š’ ČœÇ‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ ČŁÇ‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝ČŁČ›Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Crandall ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČ?ČŁ Crandall, TX 75114 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č?Ȣǂȣțțț ÇŚ œœœǀˆ—†“‰†‘‘ǂŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č? Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČžÇ‚Č 1 MS 6-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Ć˝Č&#x;Č Č&#x;

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Forney ISD ȥțț Ç€ ”Ž˜ Ç? —ˆ ™ǀ ”—“Šžƽ Č˘Č ČœČ?ȥǂȤȥȣČ? ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č ČĄČ&#x;Ç‚Č&#x;Č›Č Č ÇŚ œœœǀ‹”—“ŠžŽ˜‰ǀ“Š™

Ȥ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Č? Ȣǂȣ Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č˘Ć˝Č›ČœČ

”™†‘ ʖ ȤȤȤ

JOHNSON COUNTY

KAUFMAN COUNTY

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ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž “†ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

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Kaufman ISD ČœČ›Č›Č› Ç€ ”š˜™”“ ™ǀ †š‹’†“ƽ Č˘Č ČœČ&#x;Č?Ç‚Č?Č?Ȥȣ ȤȢČ?ǂȤȞČ?Ç‚Č?ČĄČ? œœœǀÂ?†š‹’†“Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ ČœÇ‚Č? Čœ ‘Š’ ȞǂČ&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČžĆ˝ČĄČœČŁ

”™†‘ Ę– ȤȥČ?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Terrell ISD Ȣțț Ç€ †™Â?Š—Ž“Š ™ǀ Terrell, TX 75160-2659 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č ČĄČžÇ‚Č˘Č Č›Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ™Š——Š‘‘Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

Čž ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ 1 MS 7-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č&#x;ƽȞȣČ&#x;

”™†‘ Ę– ȤČ&#x;ČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Aledo ISD ČœČ›Č›ČŁ †Ž‘Šž †“ˆÂ? ”†‰ ‘Š‰”ƽ ȢȥțțȣǂČ&#x;Č&#x;țȢ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;ČœÇ‚ČŁČžČ?Ȣ ÇŚ œœœǀ†‘Š‰”ǀÂ?ČœČ?ǀ™Â?ǀš˜

Č&#x; ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č&#x;Ć˝Č Č&#x;Čœ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Brock ISD ČœČ›Č› —Ž“‰˜™”“Š ”†‰ —”ˆÂ?Ć˝ ȢȥțȣȢǂȤȥȞȥ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č Č¤Č&#x;ǂȢȥČ&#x;Č? ÇŚ œœœǀ‡—”ˆÂ?Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČŁČœČ?

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Garner ISD Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČŁ Č?Č?Č?Č? †—“Š— ˆÂ?””‘ ”†‰

Weatherford, TX 76088-7044 ȤČ&#x;țǂȥȣČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČœČ&#x;Č› Â?™ƿ ČœČ›ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ†—“Š—Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

ČœČ¤Č¤

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

PARKER COUNTY

Millsap ISD ČžČ›Č ÂŽÂ“ÂŠ ™ǀ ÂŽÂ‘Â‘Â˜Â†Â•Ć˝ ȢȥțȥȥǂȤČ&#x;Č&#x;Č&#x; ȤČ&#x;țǂȥȣČ?Ç‚ČžČœČ›Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ’Ž‘‘˜†•Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȢȢČ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Peaster ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ČœČ?Ȥ ÂŠÂ†Â˜Â™ÂŠÂ—Ć˝ ȢȥČ&#x;ČŁČ Ç‚Č›ČœČ?Ȥ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČ&#x;ČœÇ‚Č Č›Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ•Š†˜™Š—ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝ČœČ&#x;Č›

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Č Č Čœ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

ČžĆ˝Č Č?ČĄ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Poolville ISD Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Ȥȥ Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ ””‘›Ž‘‘Šƽ ȢȥČ&#x;ȣȢǂțțȤȥ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ? ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č Č¤Č&#x;Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;Č Č? Â?™ǀ ČœČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ•””‘›Ž‘‘Šǀ“Š™ Springtown ISD ČœČ›Čœ Ç€ Šˆ”“‰ ™ǀ Springtown, TX 76082-2566 ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č?țǂȢČ?Č&#x;Čž ÇŚ œœœǀ˜•—Ž“Œ™”œ“Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čž ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ 1 MS 7-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Weatherford ISD Ȣ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ ČœČœČ›Č› ”“ŒÂ?”—“ —Ž›Š Č? Ȣǂȣ Weatherford, TX 76086 1 9th Center ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č Č¤ČŁÇ‚Č?ȣțț ÇŚ œœœǀœŠ†™Â?Š—‹”—‰Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’ Čœ ČœČ›Ç‚ČœČ?

ROCKWALL COUNTY

Č˘Ć˝Č Č›Č›

ČœČ? ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Čž Ȣǂȣ Čž Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČžĆ˝Č›ČĄČ&#x;

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Royse City ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č&#x;ȢȤ ”ž˜Š Ž™žƽ Č˘Č ČœČŁČ¤Ç‚Č›Č&#x;ȢȤ ȤȢČ?ǂȥȞȥǂČ?Č&#x;ČœČž ÇŚ œœœǀ—ˆŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Č&#x; ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č? “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č&#x;ƽȞȥČ&#x;

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Arlington ISD ČœČ?țȞ Ç€ Ž”“ŠŠ— †—Â?œ†ž Â—Â‘ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÂ™Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČ›ČœČžÇ‚ČĄČ?Č&#x;ČĄ ČĄČŁČ?ǂȣȥȢǂČ&#x;ČĄČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ†Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Č Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č? ČœČž Ȣǂȣ Ȥ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČĄČ?Ć˝ČœČ&#x;ČĄ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Birdville ISD ČĄČœČ?Č Ç€ Š‘Â?“†• ™ǀ †‘™”’ Ž™žƽ Č˘ČĄČœČœČ˘ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č Č&#x;Č˘Ç‚Č Č˘Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ‡Ž—‰›Ž‘‘ŠǀÂ?ČœČ?ǀš˜

Č?Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Ȣ Ȣǂȣ Čž Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Č?Ć˝Č&#x;Č&#x;Č?

Â”Â™Â†Â‘Ę–ČœČ›Č?Ȣ Ç Č&#x;ČŁČ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Carroll ISD ČžČ›Č Čœ ”›Š ”†‰

—†•Š›Ž“Šƽ Č˘ČĄČ›Č Čœ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č¤Č&#x;ȤǂȣČ?ČŁČ? œœœǀ˜”š™Â?ԠÂ?Šˆ†——”‘‘ǀŠ‰š

Č Â‘ÂŠÂ’ Ç‚Č&#x; Č? “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ Č? Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ› Čœ ČœČœÇ‚ČœČ?

Č˘Ć˝ČŁČ Č?

”™†‘ Ę– ČœČœČœČ¤

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Dallas and Fort Worth offer a plethora of possibilities for the educational mind.

rado. COE fosters self-reliance and selfconfidence. GSES’s graduates are highly sought after by the area’s most competitive high schools. Graduates distinguish themselves at those institutions in all facets of school life. GSES is accredited

by ISAS and SAES. Learn more at www.gseschooldallas.org.

HIGHLANDS SCHOOL, THE

Rockwall ISD ČœČ›Č Č› Ž‘‘Ž†’˜ ”ˆÂ?ÂœÂ†Â‘Â‘Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ˘Ç‚ČžČŁČžČ? ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č˘Č˘ČœÇ‚Č›ČĄČ›Č ÇŚ œœœǀ—”ˆÂ?œ†‘‘Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

TARRANT COUNTY

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The Highlands School is a Catholic college preparatory school, grades pre K through 12 belonging to the Legionaries of Christ, a congregation of priests who serve the church by forming leaders through education and other works. The school has grown to 420 students, offering a rigorous curriculum of science, math, literature, language, religion and philosophy.

Pre K through third is co-ed, while fourth through 12th is single gender. Small class sizes and a low student teacher ratio create an environment for academic success. The school offers a variety of intra-school activities and national level competitions. The Highlands School was selected in 2005, 2006 and 2007 as one of the top 50 Catholic High Schools in the United States. The school was accredited

by TCCED in 1999 and SACS in 2006. Learn more at www.thehighlandsschool.org.

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Crowley ISD Č ČœČ? Š†ˆÂ? ™ǀ Crowley, TX 76036-3119 ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č¤Č˘Ç‚Č ČŁČ›Č› œœœǀˆ—”œ‘ŠžǀÂ?ČœČ?ǀ™Â?ǀš˜

ČœČ› ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Č? “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ 3 MS 7-8 Č? Ȥ™Â? —†‰Š Š“™Š—˜ Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČ Ć˝Č›ČœČ›

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›ČœČ›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD ČœČ?țț ‘‰ Šˆ†™š— ”†‰ ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ˘Č¤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ČžČ?ǂțȣȣț ÇŚ œœœǀŠ’˜Ž˜‰ǀˆ”’

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Čœ ČœČž ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č&#x; ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČ Ć˝ČœČ?Č

”™†‘ ʖ Ȥȣȣ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Fort Worth ISD ČœČ›Č› Ç€ “Ž›Š—˜Ž™ž —Ž›Š ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ›Č˘ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČŁČ˘ČœÇ‚Č?țțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‹”—™œ”—™Â?Ž˜‰ǀ”—Œ

ČŁČ› ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č?Č&#x; ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ ȥ™Â? —†‰Š Š“™Š— ČœČž Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ȣțƽțțț

”™†‘ Ę– ȤȞČ&#x;

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD ČžČ›Č Čœ —† Ç€ ””‰˜ ›Šǀ

—†•Š›Ž“Šƽ Č˘ČĄČ›Č ČœÇ‚ČžČŁČ¤Č˘ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č&#x;ČŁČŁÇ‚Č¤Č ČŁČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀŒˆŽ˜‰ǂÂ?ČœČ?ǀ”—Œ

ČœČœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č&#x; ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœČžĆ˝ČŁČĄČ›

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č¤Č&#x;

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD ČœČŁČ&#x;Ȥ Š“™—†‘ —Ž›Š Š‰‹”—‰ƽ ȢȥțČ?Č?ǂȥțȤȥ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ȣȞǂČ&#x;Č&#x;ČĄČœ ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?Š‡Ž˜‰ǀŠ‰š

ČœČ¤ ‘Š’ Ç‚ČĄ Č Č˘Ç‚Č¤ Čž ČœČ›Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Č›Ć˝ČžČ ČĄ

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›ČœČ

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Keller ISD ČžČ Č› Š‘‘Š— †—Â?œ†ž Š‘‘Š—ƽ ȢȥČ?Č&#x;ČŁÇ‚ČžČ&#x;Č&#x;Ȣ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č˘Č&#x;Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČ›Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?Š‘‘Š—Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Č?Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Č Â“Â™ÂŠÂ—Â’ÂŠÂ‰ÂŽÂ†Â™ÂŠ Č Ç‚ČĄ Č Č˘Ç‚ČŁ Č Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Ȟțƽțțț

”™†‘ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›Č&#x;ČŁ

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Lake Worth ISD ȥȣțț Š‘Š•Â?”“Š ”†‰ †Â?Š ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČžČ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČ›ČĄÇ‚Č&#x;Č?țț ÇŚ œœœǀ‘œŽ˜‰ǀ”—Œ

Čž ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š ČĄ Čœ Ȣǂȣ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?ƽȢȢț

Š†‰Ž“Œ Ę– ČœĆ˝Č›ČœČ Â†Â™Â? Ę– Č&#x;Č&#x;Čž —Ž™Ž“Œ Ę– Č&#x;Č?Čž

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

MansďŹ eld ISD ČĄČ›Č Ç€ —”†‰ ™ǀ MansďŹ eld, TX 76063 ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ȤȤǂȥȞțț ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€Â’Â†Â“Â˜ĘŹÂŠÂ‘Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â‰Ç€Â”Â—ÂŒ

Č?Č› ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Č Â“Â™ÂŠÂ—Â’ÂŠÂ‰ÂŽÂ†Â™ÂŠ Č Ç‚ČĄ 5 MS 7-8 Č&#x; Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČžČ›Ć˝ČŁČ Č&#x;

”™†‘ ʖ ȤȤȢ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Alvord ISD ČœČ›Č› ”˜‘Šž †“Š ‘›”—‰ƽ ȢȥČ?Č?Č Ç‚Č›Č›Č˘Č› ȤČ&#x;țǂČ&#x;Č?Č˘Ç‚Č Č¤Č˘Č ÇŚ œœœǀ†‘›”—‰Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČĄČ?Č›

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Boyd ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȤČ?Ȟțȣ Boyd, TX 76023-3608 ȤČ&#x;țǂČ&#x;ȞȞǂČ?ČžČ?Ȣ ÇŚ œœœǀ ”ž‰ ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Čž Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č&#x;Ç‚ČĄ 1 MS 7-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č›ČžČ&#x;

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Bridgeport ISD Č?ČœČ›Č˘ ČœČ Â™Â? ™ǀ Bridgeport, TX 76426-0036 ȤČ&#x;Č›Ç‚ČĄČŁČžÇ‚Č ČœČ?Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ‡—Ž‰ŒŠ•”—™Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č? Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č&#x;Ç‚Č 1 MS 6-8 Č? Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Ć˝ČžČœČž

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Chico ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? Č¤Č Â?ÂŽÂˆÂ”Ć˝ ȢȥČ&#x;ČžČœÇ‚Č›Č›Č¤Č Č¤Č&#x;țǂȥČ&#x;Č&#x;Ç‚Č Č˘ČŁČž ÇŚ œœœǀˆÂ?Žˆ”‰—†Œ”“˜ǀ”—Œ

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČŁ Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČĄČœČŁ

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

Decatur ISD Č Č›Čœ Ç€ ”‘‘Ž“˜ Decatur, TX 76234-3609 ȤČ&#x;Č›Ç‚ČžČ¤ČžÇ‚Č˘ČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ‰Šˆ†™š—Ž˜‰ǀš˜

Č? ‘Š’ Ç‚Č&#x; Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č Ç‚ČĄ 1 MS 7-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

Č?Ć˝ČŁČ Č›

Paradise ISD ȞȞȣ ˆÂ?””‘Â?”š˜Š ”†‰ Paradise, TX 76073-0646 ȤČ&#x;țǂȤȥȤǂČ?Č Č›Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ•Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Čž Čœ “™Š—’Š‰Ž†™Š Č&#x;Ç‚ČĄ 1 MS 7-8 Čœ Č¤Ç‚ČœČ?

ČœĆ˝Č›ČžČ&#x;

Šˆ”Œ“ŽÂ&#x;Š‰

Slidell ISD Ç€ Ç€ ”Â? ȥȤ Slidell, TX 76267-0069 ȤČ&#x;țǂČ&#x;ČĄČĄÇ‚ČžČœČœČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜‘Ž‰Š‘‘Ž˜‰ǀ“Š™

Čœ ‘Š’ Ç‚Č Čœ ČĄÇ‚ČœČ?

Č?Č&#x;Č›

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

WISE COUNTY

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At The Hockaday School, more than 1,000 students of diverse backgrounds and cultures have the opportunity to realize their full potential and be inspired to live the brilliant lives that await them. Hockaday is an independent, college preparatory day and boarding school for girls. From pre K through grade 12, the Hockaday School prepares bright and engaging girls to define their place in the world. Ranked among the country’s finest college preparatory schools, Hockaday was founded almost a century ago and continues today to build on its original Four Cornerstones: Character, Courtesy, Scholarship and Athletics. To learn more about how Hockaday inspires bright girls to lead brilliant lives, visit The Hockaday School Web site at www. hockaday.org.

JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL

ˆ†‰Š’Žˆ†‘‘ž ˆˆŠ•™†‡‘Š

The students who walk the halls of John Paul II High School in Plano adhere to the school’s mission to become leaders who are critical thinkers and effective communicators, committed to service and rooted in faith.

A co-educational, Catholic, college preparatory school, John Paul II High School was established in 2005 and founded in the legacy of Pope John Paul II. The school is sponsored by the Diocese of Dallas.

Last year, all graduating seniors were accepted to colleges and universities across the United States and Mexico.

Conveniently located and serving the North Dallas communities, the Plano campus currently has nearly 600 students enrolled in ninth through 12th grades. The spacious 317,000 square-foot building will accommodate 1,200 students.

Admission is open to the public and all applicants must take a standard ISEE test, complete a personal interview and submit teacher and character recommendations for review. Learn more at www.johnpauliihs.org.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL St. John’s Episcopal School is dedicated to a program of academic excellence designed to train the mind, strengthen the character and enrich the spirit of each student in a Christian environment. Located on a peaceful, 10-acre campus near White Rock Lake in East Dallas, St. John’s serves pre K through eighth-grade children in a co-educational setting, and offers an intellectually challenging, well-rounded curriculum.

The school emphasizes the development of higher-order-thinking skills by teaching students to solve problems and apply knowledge and skills to new areas of underDALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

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The following is a partial list of private schools in the Dallas area. This list in no way implies an endorsement or guarantee of accreditation of these schools by the publisher. For information about current enrollments, grade levels and tuition, please call the school directly.

Private School Name

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

Children’s Workshop, The 1409 14th St. Plano, TX 75074 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č?Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČ¤ČžČ? ÇŚ œœœǀˆœ˜•‘†“”ǀˆ”’

18 mo.-5th

100

Fairview County Day School ČŁČŁČ Â†Â—Â™ ”†‰ Â†ÂŽÂ—Â›ÂŽÂŠÂœĆ˝ Č˘Č Č›ČĄČ¤ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č ČĄČ¤Ç‚ČĄČ¤ČĄČ¤ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹†Ž—›ŽŠœ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

2 yrs.-5 yrs

40

Faith Lutheran School 1701 E. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75074 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č?ȞǂȢČ&#x;Č&#x;ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹†Ž™Â?•‘†“”˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š ȞǂȤ™�

Č?Č?Č›

Good Shepherd Montessori School Č˘Č˘Č›Čœ Ž—ŒŽ“Ž† †—Â?œ†ž ˆ Ž““Šžƽ Č˘Č Č›Č˘Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č Č&#x;ȢǂČ&#x;ȢȥȢ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ””‰˜Â?Š•Â?Š—‰’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’

15 mo.- 8th

135

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č Č¤

9-12

552

COLLIN COUNTY

Great Lakes Academy ȥțțț š˜™Š— ”†‰ƽ šŽ‘‰Ž“Œ Ȣ Plano, TX 75023 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č ČœČ˘Ç‚Č˘Č&#x;Ȥȣ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ—Š†™‘†Â?Š˜†ˆ†‰Š’žǀš˜ John Paul II High School Ȥțț ”Ž™ ”†‰ Plano, TX 75075 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČŁČĄČ˘Ç‚Č›Č›Č›Č ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”Â?“•†š‘ŽŽÂ?˜ǀ”—Œ Legacy Christian Academy Č Č›Č›Č› ˆ†‰Š’ž —Ž›Š Â—ÂŽÂ˜ÂˆÂ”Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČžČ&#x; Č&#x;ČĄČ¤Ç‚ČĄČžČžÇ‚ČœČžČžČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ‘ŠŒ†ˆžˆ†ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

McKinney Christian Academy ČžČĄČ›Čœ ”Ž˜ Ç? —ˆ ”†‰ ˆ Ž““Šžƽ Č˘Č Č›Č˘Čœ Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č Č&#x;Č&#x;Ç‚Č?ČĄČ ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ’ˆÂ?Ž““ŠžˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Our Savior Lutheran School Č?Ȣțȣ Ç€ Ž—ŒŽ“Ž† †—Â?œ†ž ˆ Ž““Šžƽ Č˘Č Č›Č˘Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č ČĄČ?ǂȤȤČ&#x;Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ”˜‘’ˆÂ?Ž““Šžǀ”—Œ

2 yrs.-4th

250

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœČ›Č›

Prestonwood Christian Academy 6801 W. Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75093 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČŁČ?Č›Ç‚Č Č›ČĄČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ•—Š˜™”“œ””‰ˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœĆ˝Č&#x;ČŁČ&#x;

Prince of Peace Catholic School 5100 Plano Parkway West Plano, TX 75093 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČžČŁČ›Ç‚Č Č Č›Č ÇŚ œœœǀ•”•˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ“Š™

—Š Ȟǂȣ™�

Ȣȥț

Plano Christian Academy ČœČ Č›Čœ ›Šǀ Plano, TX 75074 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č?Č?Ç‚ČœČ˘Č?Č? ÇŚ œœœǀ•‘†“”ˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

SMU-in-Legacy Summer Academic Enhancement Workshop 5236 Tennyson Parkway, 4-108 Plano, TX 75024 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȢȥȣǂȢȞČ?Čž ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€Â˜Â’ÂšÇ€ÂŠÂ‰ÂšÇ Â—ÂŠÂ†Â‰

Č&#x;Č Č&#x;

Lower School: 6039 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230

Upper School: 800 West Campbell Road Richardson, TX 75080

972-991-6379 ČœČ˘Č

standing, by encouraging creativity and innovation, and by promoting teamwork.

Its faculty integrates performing and visual arts, foreign languages, physical education, technology and other enriching experiences into the core curriculum. Its collaborative learning program broadens students’ perspectives by creating shared learning opportunities between students across the nation and around the world. Students graduate from St. John’s and attend the area’s best high schools. Learn more at www.stjohnsschool.org.

ST. TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 5 yrs.-18 yrs.

255

—Š ǂȤ™�

ČĄČ›

Spring Creek Academy ȥțțț š˜™Š— ”†‰ƽ šŽ‘‰Ž“Œ Č Plano, TX 75023 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č ČœČ˘Ç‚ČĄČ˘ČžČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ˜•—Ž“Œˆ—ŠŠÂ?†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

1-12

200

St. Timothy Christian Academy Č&#x;Č Č Č› ŠŒ†ˆž —Ž›Š Plano, TX 75024 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č?Č¤ČœÇ‚Č&#x;Č˘Č›Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™†•‘†“”ǀ”—Œ

2-7

30

2 yrs.-12 yrs.

305

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Pre-k through 12th Grade French/English Curriculum French Baccalaureate Diploma International Baccalaureate Diploma Spanish at all Levels Chinese Option in 6th Grade High School Located on UTD Campus!

www.dallasinternationalschool.org

Southwest Academy Learning Center ȥțț Ç€ š•Ž™Š— ”†‰ ‘‘Š“ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č›Č? ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČžČ Č¤Ç‚ČĄČĄČ&#x;ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜”š™Â?œŠ˜™†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

Starwood Montessori School ȥȥțț Š‡†“”“ ”†‰ Â—ÂŽÂ˜ÂˆÂ”Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČžČ&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č˘ČœČ?ǂȣțȣț ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™†—œ””‰’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’

Give your child the advantage of a multilingual education!

St. Timothy Christian Academy is a Christian School for children in grades one through eight. The mission of STCA is to educate students with learning differences who need an innovative approach for academic success in a redemptive Christian environment while providing hope and support for their families.

STCA’s experienced teaching professionals provide a multisensory learning environment geared to academic success.

Bible, art, computer, social skills and adaptive P.E. also are part of the educational program. In an effort to focus on the whole child, STCA offers a weekly chapel service.

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All students have an individualized academic plan developed in collaboration with parents, teachers, therapists and the head of the school. Parents are encouraged to participate in the educational process by reading to classes, assisting with the lunch program, chaperoning field trips, and assisting with special projects and fundraising projects. St. Timothy Christian Academy is the school that hope built!

Learn more at www.staplano.org.

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

TLC Child Development Center on Democracy 5301 Democracy Drive Plano, TX 75024 ȤȢČ?ǂȞȢȣǂČ&#x;ČœČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ™‘ˆ˜ˆÂ?””‘˜ǀˆ”’

6 wks.-12 yrs.

300

TLC Child Development Center on Hedgcoxe Č Č?țț Š‰Œˆ”Â?Š Plano, TX 75024 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č˘ČžÇ‚Č›ČœČĄČ˘ ÇŚ œœœǀ™‘ˆ˜ˆÂ?””‘˜ǀˆ”’

6 wks.-12 yrs.

300

West Plano Montessori School ČžČ&#x;Č?Č Â˜Â?Ž“Œ™”“ †“Š Plano, TX 75023 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČĄČœČŁÇ‚ČŁČŁČ&#x;Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ’”“™Š˜˜”—Ž˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

12 mo.-9 yrs.

105

7th-12th

55

Preschool-8th

254

9th-12th

45

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American Heritage Academy Č?ČĄČĄČ› —Ž“Ž™ž Ž‘‘˜ ”†‰ Carrollton, TX 75006 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČœČĄÇ‚Č Č&#x;ȞȢ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™†—˜†Â?†ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č&#x;țȢ

Ashbury Academy Montessori Č?ČœČ¤ Â?Šˆš™Ž›Š †ž DeSoto, TX 75115 ȤȢČ?ǂȢȣțǂČ&#x;Ȣțț ÇŚ œœœǀ†˜Â?‡š—ž†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ“Š™

12 mo.-8th

38

Ashley’s Private School ČžČœČ› Ç€ Š‘™‘Ž“Š ”†‰ Š‰†— Ž‘‘ƽ Č˘Č ČœČ›Č&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č¤ČœÇ‚ČœČžČœČž ÇŚ œœœǀ†˜Â?‘Šž•—Ž›†™Š˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ“Š™

3 yrs.-4th

198

Bending Oaks High School ČœČœČŁČŁČ&#x; —ŠŠ“›Ž‘‘Š ›Šǀƽ šŽ™Š ČœČ?Č› Dallas, TX 75243 ȤȢČ?ǂȥȥȤǂțțțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‡”Â?˜ǀˆ”’

8th-12th

50

Bent Tree Child Development Center ČœČ˘Č?Č˘Č Â‰Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â”Â“ ”†‰ Â‰Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›Č›Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č¤ČžČœÇ‚Č›ČŁČĄČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ‡Š“™™—ŠŠˆ‰ˆǀˆ”’

ČœČŁ ’”ǀǂ

Č?Č?Č

Bent Tree Episcopal School 17405 MuirďŹ eld Drive Dallas, TX 75287 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č&#x;ČŁÇ‚Č˘ČĄČœČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ‡Š“™™—ŠŠ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

Č? ž—˜ǀǂ

Č Č?

Bishop Dunne Catholic School ȞȤțț šŒŒŠ‰ —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75224 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČžČ¤Ç‚ČĄČ ČĄČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ‡‰Â?˜ǀ”—Œ

7th-12th

583

Bishop Lynch High School Č¤Č˘Č Č› Š—Œš˜”“ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75228 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ?Č&#x;ǂȞȥțȢ ÇŚ œœœǀ‡Ž˜Â?”•‘ž“ˆÂ?ǀ”—Œ

9th-12th

1,143

The wide variety of universities and colleges in the Metroplex attracts more than a quarter of a million students to the North Texas area each year from throughout the world. Most of the institutions are known nationally; other fine institutions have acquired celebrity within the region. The student blend, too, is wide, with traditionalage students mingling with returning students of all ages and backgrounds. Many Metroplex businesses send their employees to schools in the region for continuing education or technical training.

These institutions of higher education give a great deal to the community, giving back to society a better and more complete understanding of itself which not only enriches the environment but also provides a strong economic underpinning.

Among the institutions of higher education in North Texas, there are five community college districts serving the Dallas area.

There are three senior campuses of the University of Texas system; several public universities with multiple campuses; and many private universities.

North Texas has an international flavor because many multinational corporations are located here and higher education has many ties with the international community through foreign culture and foreign language curricula, campuses abroad and partnerships with foreign institutions.

Some private universities and colleges are affiliated with religious organizations and offer advanced education along with the opportunity for spiritual growth.

Cambridge School of Dallas, The ȞȣȢȢ †‘“š™ Ž‘‘ †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ Č˘Ç‚Č?Č¤Č¤Č ÇŚ œœœǀˆ†’‡—Ž‰ŒŠ‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

5th-12th

91

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Canyon Creek Christian Academy 2800 Custer Parkway ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ› ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČœÇ‚Č&#x;ȣȤț ÇŚ œœœǀˆˆˆ†™Â?ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?

ȥȤȤ

2 yrs.-6 yrs.

37

Willow Bend Academy Č?Č?Č?Č› ”Ž™ ”†‰ƽ šŽ™Š Č Č›Č› Plano, TX 75075 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č Č¤Č¤Ç‚Č˘ČŁČŁČ? ÇŚ œœœǀœŽ‘‘”œ‡Š“‰†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

DALLAS COUNTY

Akiba Academy of Dallas 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č?Č¤Č Ç‚ČžČ&#x;țț ÇŚ œœœǀ†Â?Ž‡††ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ Alexander School, The 409 International Parkway ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČœ ȤȢČ?ǂȥȤțǂȤČ?ČœČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ†‘ŠÂ?†“‰Š—˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’ All Saints Catholic School ȢȢȢȢ ˜†ŒŠ ԠÂ&#x;† †—Â?œ†ž Dallas, TX 75252 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č?ČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČžČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ†‘‘˜†Ž“™˜Â?ČŁÇ€Â”Â—ÂŒ

Carlisle School, The Č&#x;Č˘Č›Č Ç€ ”›Š—˜ †“Š Dallas, TX 75209 214-351-1833

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For 35 years, DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management has delivered relevant, practical graduate education to thousands of students nationwide, helping them transform their skills and develop the professional edge needed for career success in today’s global economy. As one of the largest graduate management schools in the United States, Keller offers seven masDALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERŽ

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Elementary , middle and high school students obtain renowned teachers and facilities.

ter’s degree programs in management, as well as a variety of graduate certificate programs. Keller implements a career-oriented approach with a curriculum that is highly responsive to industry trends and taught by working professionals. Convenience and flexibility are emphasized with classes offered across a nationwide network of convenient locations, online or a combination of both so students can balance work commitments, personal priorities and graduate school. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. DeVry University is based in Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. For more information, visit www.keller.edu.

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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS, THE The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), located in the heart of a complex of major multinational technology corporations known as the Telecom CorridorÂŽ, enrolls nearly 15,000 students and has been ranked

by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 100 best values in public universities in the United States. UT Dallas was founded in 1969, and in the brief period since has become one of the top universities in Texas. The university has developed a national and, in some www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Private School Name

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

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Č&#x;ČžČ?

Cistercian Preparatory School Ȟȥțț Ž˜™Š—ˆŽ†“ ”†‰ Irving, TX 75039 Č&#x;ȥȤǂČ&#x;Č¤Č¤Ç‚Č Č&#x;țț ÇŚ œœœǀˆŽ˜™Š—ˆŽ†“ǀ”—Œ

5th-12th

345

Clay Academy ȞȞțȞ ‘†ž ˆ†‰Š’ž ‘›‰ǀ Dallas, TX 75236 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č&#x;ȥȢǂČ&#x;ȢȤȢ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‘†ž†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȢ™�

ČœČ Č›

18 mo.-7 yrs.

150

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ȞȞț

Creative School-Walnut Hill United Methodist Church, The ČœČ›Č›ČĄČĄ †—˜Â? †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ Č?ǂțȢȞČ? ÇŚ œœœǀœÂ?š’ˆǀˆ”’

Infant-1st

128

da Vinci School, The Č Č&#x;Č&#x;Č? † ŽŠ——† —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75231 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ˘ČžÇ‚Č¤Č Č›Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†›Ž“ˆŽ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

ČœČŁ ’”ǀǂ

Ȥț

Chase’s Place ČœČ&#x;Č?ČœČ› †—˜Â? †“Š Â‰Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›Č›Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č&#x;ȞǂČ?ȥȢȥ ÇŚ œœœǀˆÂ?†˜Š˜•‘†ˆŠǀ”—Œ Christ the King School Č&#x;ČœČ›Č› ”‘Œ†™Š ›Šǀ Dallas, TX 75225 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČĄČ Ç‚ČœČ?ČžČ&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀˆÂ?˜ǀ”—Œ

Coppell Montessori Academy ČœČžČĄ Ž™“Š˜˜ ”š—™ Coppell, TX 75019 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČĄČ?Ç‚ČŁČžČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”••Š‘‘’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’ Covenant School, The ȞȣȢȢ †‘“š™ Ž‘‘ †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȢțȢǂțȤČ?Ȣ ÇŚ œœœǀ ”›Š“†“™ †‘‘†˜ǀˆ”’

SPRING 2010

E D U C AT I O N

Private School Name

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

Dallas Academy 950 Tiffany Way Dallas, TX 75218 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ?Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČ&#x;ČŁČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†‘‘†˜ǂ†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

7th-12th

134

Dallas Christian School ČœČ ČœČ ÂŠÂ•ÂšÂ‡Â‘ÂŽÂˆ †—Â?œ†ž Mesquite, TX 75150 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č˘Č›Ç‚Č Č&#x;Č¤Č ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†‘‘†˜ˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“ǀˆ”’

Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Ȣȣț

ČĄ ÂœÂ?˜ǀǂ —Š

ČœČœČ

Preschool-12th

540

Dallas Learning Center ČœČ›Č?Čœ Šœ‡Š——ž —Ž›Š ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ› ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČœÇ‚ČžČ˘Č?Čž ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†‘‘†˜‘Š†—“Ž“ŒˆŠ“™Š—ǀˆ”’

7th-12th

50

Dallas Montessori Academy 5757 Samuell Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75228 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČŁČŁÇ‚Č›Č›Č¤Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†‘‘†˜’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȣ™�

ČœČžČ¤

DeSoto Private School ČžČ›Čœ Ç€ Š‘™‘Ž“Š ”†‰ DeSoto, TX 75115 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č?ȞǂȥČ&#x;Č Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ‰Š˜”™”•—Ž›†™Šǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȥ™�

Č ČœČœ

Episcopal School of Dallas, The Č&#x;ČœČ›Č› Š——Š‘‘ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ ČŁÇ‚Č&#x;Ȟȥȣ ÇŚ œœœǀŠ˜‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœĆ˝ČœČœČŁ

Faustina Academy ČœČĄČ?Č&#x; Ç€ —†šœž‘Š— Irving, TX 75061 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č Č&#x;ǂȥȢČ?ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ †š˜™Ž“† ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Ȥț

Fairhill School and Diagnostics Assessment Center ČœČĄČœČ Č› —Š˜™”“ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75248 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČžÇ‚ČœČ›Č?ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹†Ž—Â?Ž‘‘ǀ”—Œ

1st-12th

215

First Baptist Academy 1704 Patterson Dallas, TX 75201 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č¤ČĄČ¤Ç‚Č˘ČŁČĄČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹‡†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ȢȣČ

First United Methodist Church Day School-Garland ČŁČ›Čœ Ç€ ›Šǀ †™ ‘Š“‡—””Â?

†—‘†“‰ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č&#x;Č› ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ȤČ&#x;ǂȞțȤȥ ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€ĘŹÂ—Â˜Â™Â’ÂŠÂ™Â?”‰Ž˜™Œ†—‘†“‰ǀ”—Œ

Č? ž—˜ǀǂ

Ȥț

Good Shepherd Catholic School Č?ČœČ&#x; Ç€ †—‘†“‰ ›Šǀ

†—‘†“‰ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č&#x;Č› 972-272-6533

—Š ǂȣ™�

Č?ČŁČœ

Good Shepherd Episcopal School ČœČœČœČœČ› Ž‰œ†ž ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ Č˘Ç‚ČœČĄČœČ› ÇŚ œœœǀŒ˜Š˜ˆÂ?””‘‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȣ™�

Č Č¤Č˘

Grace Academy of Dallas ČœČœČžČ›ČĄ “œ””‰ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČĄČ¤ČĄÇ‚Č ČĄČ&#x;ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀŒ—†ˆŠ†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȥ™�

ČœČ¤Č&#x;

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœĆ˝Č?Č Č›

Highland Park Presbyterian Day School 3821 University Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75205 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č Č Č¤Ç‚Č ČžČ Čž ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?••‰˜ǀ”—Œ

3 yrs.-4th

360

Highland Park United Methodist Child Development ȞȞțț ”ˆÂ?Ž“Œ‡Ž—‰ †“Š Dallas, TX 75205 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č Č?ČœÇ‚Č?ȥțț ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?•š’ˆǀ”—Œ

ČĄ ÂœÂ?˜ǀǂ

Č?Č?Č

Dallas First Presbyterian Church Developmental Day School Č&#x;țȣǂ †—Â? ›Šǀ NJ†™ †—œ””‰ †“‰ Â”ÂšÂ“ÂŒÇŞ Dallas, TX 75201 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČĄČ ČžÇ‚ČœČžČ¤Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ•—Š˜‡ž™Š—Ž†“˜ǀ”—Œ Dallas International School 6039 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č¤Č¤ČœÇ‚ČĄČžČ˘Č¤ ÇŚ œœœǀ‰†‘‘†˜Ž“™Š—“†™Ž”“†‘˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

Greenhill School Č&#x;ČœČ&#x;Čœ •—Ž“Œ †‘‘Šž ”†‰ Â‰Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›Č›Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČĄČ?ČŁÇ‚Č Č¤ČœČ› ÇŚ œœœǀŒ—ŠŠ“Â?Ž‘‘ǀ”—Œ

S P R I N G

2010

cases, international reputation in a number of academic disciplines.

Among them are telecommunications, audiology, nanotechnology, brain health, space sciences, engineering, computer science, and arts and technology.

UT Dallas has seven schools—the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, the School of Management, the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences, and the School of Arts and Humanities—and offers a broad assortment of innovative bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs. Average entering SAT scores for freshmen traditionally rank highest among public colleges in Texas and in the top 20 nationally. The university’s faculty includes a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering.

For more information on UT Dallas, go to www.utdallas.edu.

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, THE The UT Dallas School of Management, including its Executive MBA, ranked No. 1 in Texas for the second year in a row, offers degrees that emphasize skills needed in today’s challenging marketplace. Students in the school’s top-flight finance and accounting programs and its MBA programs enjoy a private school quality education at a public school price.

The master of science in Healthcare Management offers professionals—even those without a medical background—the skills to move into the job-rich healthcare industry. Professionals aiming to switch careers or jump to the next level of management return to enroll in the full-time MBA program, which costs less than $23,000 for in-state tuition and is completed in 16 months. MBA programs also address the needs of physicians, project managers and those with heavy travel demands. The School of Management offers programs allowing students to earn two degrees at once—one combines undergraduate degrees in business administration and biology; one is a combined MBA and master’s degree in electrical engineering; the third allows UT Southwestern medical students to simultaneously earn an MBA. Go to http://som. utdallas.edu for information.

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

E D U C AT I O N

Private School Name

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č&#x;ČœČ›

1st-7th

49

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â? Ž—‘˜

ČœĆ˝Č›Č?Čœ

Holy Cross Lutheran School ČœČœČ&#x;Č?Č Â†Â—Â˜Â? †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ ČŁÇ‚Č&#x;ȞȤȥ ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”‘žˆ—”˜˜ǂ‘ˆ’˜ǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȥ™�

ČœČĄČ›

Holy Family of Nazareth School 2323 Cheyenne Irving, TX 75062 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č Č Ç‚Č›Č?Č›Č ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?‹“˜ǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȣ™�

Č?Ȥț

Highlands School, The ČœČ&#x;Č Čœ Ç€ ”—™Â?Œ†™Š —Ž›Š Irving, TX 75062 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č Č Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČ¤ČŁČ› ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?ŠÂ?ÂŽÂŒÂ?‘†“‰˜ǂ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ Hillier School of Highland Park, The 3821 University Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75205 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č Č Č¤Ç‚Č ČžČĄČž ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?Ž‘‘ŽŠ—˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ Hockaday School, The ČœČœČĄČ›Č› Š‘ˆÂ? ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČĄČ›Ç‚ČĄČ Č?ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”ˆÂ?†‰†žǀ”—Œ

Holy Trinity Academy ČœČžČ Č Č ÂŽÂ‘Â‘ÂˆÂ—ÂŠÂ˜Â™ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75240 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ȤțǂȢțȥț ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”‘ž™—Ž“Ž™ž†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’

BRIGHT GIRLS. BRILLIANT LIVES. Preschool-4th

95

Day: Pre-K – 12 | Boarding: 8 – 12 P-S 3-8th

J. Erik Jonsson Community School 106 E. 10th St. Dallas, TX 75203 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č¤ČœČ Ç‚ČœČŁČ¤Č› ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”“˜˜”“˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȥ™�

Jesuit College Preparatory School ČœČ?ČžČ&#x;Č Â“ÂœÂ”Â”Â‰ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75244 ȤȢČ?ǂȞȣȢǂȣȢțț ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?Š˜šŽ™ˆ•ǀ”—Œ

9th-12th

1,000

John Knox School of Canyon Creek Presbyterian Church ČžČ¤Č›Čœ ”—™Â? ™†— †™ Š““Š— ”†‰ ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ? ȤȢČ?ǂȥȥȤǂČ?Č¤ČžČœ ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?”Â?“Â?“”Â?˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š˜ˆ�””‘ǂ

ČœČ Č›

Kessler School, The ČœČ?ČœČ ÂšÂ—Â“ÂŠÂ— ›Šǀ Dallas, TX 75208 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȤČ&#x;Č?Ç‚Č?Č?Č?Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?ŠÂ?Š˜˜‘Š—˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

—Š ȞǂČ&#x;™Â?

ČŁČŁ

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Ȟȣȥ

Lakewood Montessori ČĄČ?ČœČ› Ç€ ”ˆÂ?Ž“Œ‡Ž—‰ †“Š Dallas, TX 75214 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČŁČ?ČœÇ‚Č¤Č&#x;ČĄČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ‘’˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

3 yrs.-6th

40

Lamplighter School, The ČœČœČĄČœČœ “œ””‰ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȞȥȤǂȤČ?Č›Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?Š‘†’•‘ŽŒÂ?™Š—˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š ȞǂČ&#x;™Â?

Č&#x;Ȟț

ǂȣ™�

Č&#x;ČŁČ›

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č?ČœČ?

7th-12th

312

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Ȣț

Ann & Nate Levine Academy, A Solomon Schecter School ČœČŁČ›ČœČœ Ž‘‘ˆ—Š˜™ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75252 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č&#x;ȣǂȞțȞČ? ÇŚ œœœǀ‘Š›Ž“Š†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ Lighthouse Christian Academy Č Č Č?Č Ç€ ‘‘Ž“”Ž˜ ›Šǀ Dallas, TX 75211 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȞȞȤǂČ?Č?țȢ ÇŚ œœœǀ‘ŽŒÂ?™Â?”š˜Š†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ Lutheran High School ČŁČ&#x;ȤČ&#x; ™š‘™˜ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75243 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ&#x;Č¤Ç‚ČŁČ¤ČœČ? ÇŚ œœœǀ‘Â?˜‰‹œǀˆ”’ Meadowview School Č?Č&#x;ČœČ¤ —†“Â?‘Ž“ —Ž›Š Mesquite, TX 75150 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČŁČ¤Ç‚ČœČŁČžČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ’Š†‰”œ›ŽŠœ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

ALL-GIRL COLLEGE PREPARATORY EDUCATION

Holy Trinity Catholic School ČžČŁČœČ Â†Â? †œ“ ›Šǀ Dallas, TX 75219 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č Č?ČĄÇ‚Č ČœČœČž ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?™ˆ˜‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

Lakehill Preparatory School Č?ȢČ?Č› Ž‘‘˜Ž‰Š —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75214 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČŁČ?ČĄÇ‚Č?Č¤ČžČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ‘†Â?ŠÂ?Ž‘‘•—Š•ǀ”—Œ

T H E H OCK ADAY SC HOOL

220

11600 Welch Road Dallas, Texas 75229 214.363.6311

Č?Č ČĄ

WWW.HOCKADAY.ORG

The Hockaday School admits students of any race, religion, and national or ethnic origin, and is committed to the enrollment of a widely diverse student body.

Community colleges provide a necessary line between high school and senior colleges.

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academic quality graduation rates

BEST VALUE Kiplinger’s Personal Finance ranks UT Dallas one of the top 100 best values in public colleges in the U.S. – one of only three public universities in Texas on the list and the only one in North Texas.

Kiplinger’s defines a “best value” as a college that combines top-flight academics with affordability and high graduation rates.

That’s us in a nutshell.

create your future

utdallas.edu Community Colleges Community colleges provide a necessary link between high school and senior colleges for many Texas students. The community college mission is simply to provide quality transfer education for students seeking four-year degrees; to provide in-depth training through oneand two-year applied programs in specific technical fields; and to assist people with job training, retraining and special interest courses.

They also provide quality, noncredit continuing education for a wide variety of people.

DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT With seven colleges, a “virtual” campus and thousands of classes to choose from, students and community members know that the Dallas County Community College District understands how important education is to professional success. DCCCD’s mission is to educate students of all ages, from all walks of life, who represent the diversity of the community so that they can become productive and responsible contributors in those communities.

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2010

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

E D U C AT I O N

Private School Name

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

Montessori Children’s House and School Č˘ČžČžČ Â‡Â—Â†Â’Â˜ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75231 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ&#x;ČŁÇ‚ČĄČ?Ȣȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ’ˆÂ?˜ǂ‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

3-6 yrs.

75

Montessori School of North Dallas ČœČŁČžČ›Čž †›Š“•”—™ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75252 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č¤ČŁČ Ç‚ČŁČŁČ&#x;Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ’”“™Š˜˜”—Ž˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

—Š ǂ

Č?ČœČ›

—Š˜ˆ�””‘ǂ

ČœČ˘Č

Notre Dame School Č?Č›ČœČŁ ‘‘Š“ ™ǀ Dallas, TX 75204 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȢČ?Č›Ç‚ČžČ¤ČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ“”™—Š‰†’Š˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

8th-12th

121

Oak Hill Academy ȤČ&#x;țȢ Ž‰œ†ž ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75220 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ ČžÇ‚ČŁČŁČ›Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ”†Â?Â?Ž‘‘†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

3 yrs.-8th

228

6 wks.-5 yrs.

136

Our Redeemer Lutheran School Č˘ČĄČœČœ †—Â? †“Š Dallas, TX 75225 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČĄČŁÇ‚ČœČ&#x;ČĄČ ÇŚ œœœǀ”—‘ˆ˜ǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȥ™�

ČœČœČŁ

Parish Episcopal School ČœČ&#x;ČœČœČ ÂŽÂ‘Â‘ÂˆÂ—ÂŠÂ˜Â™ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75254 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČ¤Ç‚ČŁČ›ČœČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ•†—Ž˜Â?Š•Ž˜ˆ”•†‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČŁČžČ?

ǂȥ™�

ČœČœČŁ

Č? ž—˜ǀǂ —Š

ȢȞ

Preschool-8th

436

Redeemer Montessori School 2700 Warren Circle Irving, TX 75062 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č Č˘Ç‚ČžČ ČœČ˘ ÇŚ œœœǀ—Š‰ŠŠ’Š—’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȞ—‰

ČœČ?Ȥ

Rockwall Christian Academy ČĄČ›Č›Č Â†Â‘Â—Â”ÂˆÂ? ”†‰ Â”ÂœÂ‘ÂŠÂ™Â™Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ˘ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČœČ?Ç‚ČŁČ?ČĄČĄ ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€Â—ÂˆÂˆÂ‰Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ç€Â”Â—ÂŒÇ Â—ÂˆÂ†Ç

Ç‚Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č?Č Č?

Schreiber Methodist Preschool Č&#x;Č Č?Č ÂŽÂˆÂ?”›Š— —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75244 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČžČŁČ˘Ç‚ČŁČœČ¤Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜ˆÂ?—ŠŽ‡Š—š’ˆǀ”—Œ

6 mo.-5 yrs.

185

ScoďŹ eld Christian School ȢȢȞț ‡—†’˜ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75231 214-349-6843

—Š Ȟǂȥ™�

ČœČžČ›

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č?Č Č¤

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČŁČœČ›

NorthPark Presbyterian Day School Č¤Č Č Č Ç€ Š“™—†‘ Â?•—Š˜˜œ†ž Dallas, TX 75231 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČĄČœÇ‚ČŁČ›Č?Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ“”—™Â?•†—Â?•—Š˜‡ž™Š—Ž†“ǀ”—Œ

Oak Lawn Child Development Center ČžČ›ČœČ&#x; †Â? †œ“ ›Šǀ Dallas, TX 75219 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č Č?ČœÇ‚Č›Č¤Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ”‘š’ˆǀ”—Œ

Preston Hollow Presbyterian School Ȥȣțț —Š˜™”“ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75230 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȞȥȣǂȞȣȣȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ•Â?•˜ǀ”—Œ Preston-Royal Preschool Č ČĄČ›Č› ”ž†‘ †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 214-987-3446 Providence Christian School of Texas Č Č›Č›Č? Ç€ ”›Š—˜ †“Š Dallas, TX 75209 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȞȥȥǂČ?Č›Č˘Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ•ˆ˜™Â?ǀ”—Œ

Shady Grove Christian Academy ČœČŁČ?Ȥ Ç€ Â?†‰ž —”›Š ”†‰

—†“‰ —†Ž—ŽŠƽ Č˘Č Č›Č Č› ȤȢČ?ǂȢȤțǂțțȢț ÇŚ œœœǀ˜Œˆ†ǀ“Š™

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Shelton School and Evaluation Center ČœČ Č˘Č?Č› Ž‘‘ˆ—Š˜™ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75248 ȤȢČ?ǂȢȢČ&#x;Ç‚ČœČ˘Č˘Č? ÇŚ œœœǀ˜Â?Š‘™”“ǀ”—Œ Smart Start Early Childhood Education Center ČœČ›Č¤ †™ˆÂ?Š˜ —†ˆŠ —Ž›Š Coppell, TX 75019 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č Č¤Ç‚Č Č¤Č ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜’†—™˜™†—™ŠˆŠˆǀˆ”’ www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

More than 1.5 million students later, DCCCD enrolls 11 to 13 percent of all community college students in Texas, and the district is the largest undergraduate institution in the state.

DCCCD COLLEGES El Centro College, located in downtown Dallas, offers residents and downtown employees an opportunity to take classes near work or close to home. From nursing and allied health programs to urban education and fashion design, students can prepare for successful careers in a number of fields.

Eastfield College in Mesquite boasts national championship teams in baseball and golf. Students seek to enroll in the school’s acclaimed interpreter training program that teaches students American Sign Language.

In addition to core curriculum classes in areas such as English, history and government, Eastfield also offers the only auto body technology program in the district.

Mountain View College in Oak Cliff offers a natural setting for students and area wildlife in suburban Dallas neighborhoods; the campus is a declared natural habitat.

Among Mountain View’s noted programs are e-commerce, vital to business growth

Find yourself at Parish.

Č? ž—˜ǀǂ

Ç

Parish Episcopal School

is a co-ed, pre-k through 12th grade leading college preparatory school serving students of all faiths.

www.parishepiscopal.org 972.852.8011 SPRING 2010

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Private School Name

Č ČœČ?

St. Andrews Episcopal School ȢČ?Ȣ Ž‘‘ ™ǀ

—†“‰ —†Ž—ŽŠƽ Č˘Č Č›Č Č› ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČĄČ?Ç‚ČžČŁČœČ˘ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™†“‰—Šœ˜ǂŒ•ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚Č&#x;™Â?

ȢȞ

St. Augustine Catholic School ČœČ›ČĄČ&#x; Ç€ ™ǀ šŒš˜™Ž“Š —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75217 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ¤ČœÇ‚ČœČžČŁČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™†šŒš˜™Ž“Š‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȣ™�

Č?Č?Č&#x;

St. Bernard of Clairvaux ČœČ&#x;Č?Č› ‘‰ †™Š †“Š Dallas, TX 75218 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ?ČœÇ‚Č?ȣȤȢ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™‡Š—“†—‰˜ǀš˜

—Š ǂȣ™�

Č?ČœČ?

—Š ǂ

ČœČ›Č›

ǂȣ™�

Č&#x;țț

St. James Episcopal School 9845 McCree Dallas, TX 75238 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ&#x;ČŁÇ‚ČœČžČ&#x;Ȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™Â?†’Š˜Š•Ž˜ˆ”•†‘ǀŽ“‹”

—Š Ç‚Č&#x;™Â?

ȥȤ

St. John’s Episcopal School ČŁČ&#x;ČŁ †—™Š— ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75218 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ?ČŁÇ‚Č¤ČœČžČœ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™Â?”Â?“˜˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȣ™�

Č Č›Č›

ǂȣ™�

Č&#x;ȢČ

St. Luke Catholic School 1023 Schulze Drive Irving, TX 75060 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č ČžÇ‚ČŁČ?ČŁČ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™‘šÂ?Š˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀš˜

—Š ǂȣ™�

Ç

St. Mark’s School of Texas ČœČ›ČĄČ›Č› —Š˜™”“ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75230 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȞȥȞǂȣȢțț ÇŚ œœœǀ˜’™ŠÂ?†˜ǀ”—Œ

1st-12th

817

St. Marks UMC Child Development Center 3117 Motley Drive Mesquite, TX 75150 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ȢȤǂȢȤČ&#x;Č ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™’†—Â?˜˜ˆÂ?””‘’Š˜–šŽ™Šǀˆ”’

Preschool-2nd

41

St. Monica Catholic School Č&#x;ČœČ&#x;Č› †‘“š™ Ž‘‘ †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ ČœÇ‚Č ČĄČŁČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™’”“Žˆ†˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

Preschool-8th

865

St. Paul The Apostle School ȢČ?Č› Ç€ ‘”ž‰ ”†‰ ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ› ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČ Ç‚ČžČ?ČĄČž ÇŚ œœœǀ˜†Ž“™•†š‘˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

ǂȣ™�

Č&#x;ČžČ&#x;

—Š ǂȣ™�

ȣȞț

“‹†“™ǂ —Š

Č?țț

2 yrs.-8th

250

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœĆ˝ČžČ&#x;ČĄ

—Š ČžÇ‚ČœČ?™Â?

ȥȞț

S P R I N G

2010

St. Joseph Catholic School ȥțț Ç€ š•Ž™Š— ”†‰ ŽˆÂ?Â†Â—Â‰Â˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČ&#x;Ç‚Č&#x;ȥȢȤ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™Â?”˜Š•Â?ˆˆ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ“Š™

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School ȞȢČ&#x;Čœ ‡—†’˜ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75214 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČŁČ?ČĄÇ‚Č›Č ČĄČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™†˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ Temple Emanu-El Pre-School ČŁČ Č›Č› Ž‘‘ˆ—Š˜™ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75225 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȢțȥǂțțČ?Č› ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€Â™ÂŠÂ‰Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ç€Â”Â—ÂŒÇ ÂŠÂ‰ÂšÂˆÂ†Â™ÂŽÂ”Â“Ç Â•Â—ÂŠÂ˜ÂˆÂ?Â”Â”Â‘Ç ÂŽÂ“Â‰ÂŠÂ?Ç€Â?™’‘ Torah Day School of Dallas ȥȤČ?Čœ —†“Â?‹”—‰ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75252 ȤȢČ?ǂȤȥČ&#x;ǂțțȤț ÇŚ œœœǀ™‰˜‰ǀ”—Œ Trinity Christian Academy ČœČ˘Č›Č›Čœ ‰‰Ž˜”“ ”†‰ Â‰Â‰ÂŽÂ˜Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›Č›Čœ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č¤ČžČœÇ‚ČŁČžČ?Č ÇŚ œœœǀ™—Ž“Ž™žˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“ǀ”—Œ Trinity Christian School Cedar Hill ČœČ?ČžČœ Ç€ ‘Š†˜†“™ š“ ”†‰ Š‰†— Ž‘‘ƽ Č˘Č ČœČ›Č&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č¤ČœÇ‚Č?Č Č›Č ÇŚ Â?Â™Â™Â•ĆżÇ Ç Â™Â—ÂŽÂ“ÂŽÂ™ÂžÂˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

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—Š ǂȣ™�

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic School Č&#x;Č›ČœČ¤ Ç€ †’•™”“ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75224 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČžČœÇ‚Č ČœČžČ¤ ÇŚ œœœǀ˜™Š‘ŽÂ&#x;†‡Š™Â?”‹Â?ǀ”—Œ

and development; visual and performing arts; aviation; nursing; and more.

Richland College in north Dallas enrolls DCCCD’s largest number of students on a single campus. Many students earn associate’s degrees and then transfer to four-year institutions, where they pursue a bachelor’s degree. The campus offers academic programs in areas such as fine arts, business and science, digital forensics, and interactive simulation and gaming technology.

Cedar Valley, located in Lancaster, treats students to the view of a 17-acre lake and rolling hills as they fire pottery, paint, act and learn about sound in the Commercial Music Studio, where future sound technicians, engineers and musicians receive training. The college offers a noted veterinary technology program and a Law Enforcement Academy.

Located in Irving, North Lake College is a mecca for students who learn on a campus that is environmentally friendly.

North Lake partners with many high-tech and corporate partners in the Irving/ Las Colinas business corridor, and students pursue studies in areas as diverse as visual arts and history to construction management, real estate, mortgage banking, and other types of technologyrelated fields.

In Texas, studying geosciences is a natural, and Brookhaven College provides

Enrollment Estimate

St. Alcuin Montessori 6144 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČ¤Ç‚ČœČ˘Č&#x;Č ÇŚ œœœǀ˜†Ž“™†‘ˆšŽ“ǀ”—Œ

St. Christopher Montessori ȢȤțț ”›Š—˜ †“Š Dallas, TX 75225 214-363-9391

With seven colleges and thousands of classes from which to choose, DCCCD understands how important education is to professional success.

Current Grade Level

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ

E D U C AT I O N

Private School Name

Current Grade Level

Enrollment Estimate

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č?Č?Č

6 mos.-5 yrs.

49

University Park West School 4024 Caruth Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75225 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČĄČœÇ‚Č&#x;ČĄČ?ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀš•š’ˆǀ”—Œ

ȥ ’”ǀǂ

Ȟțț

Ursuline Academy of Dallas Č&#x;Ȥțț †‘“š™ Ž‘‘ †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č&#x;ȥȤǂČ?ČžČ?Ç‚ČœČŁČ›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀš—˜š‘Ž“Š‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

9th-12th

802

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœČœČœ

Tyler Street Christian Academy 915 W. 9th St. Dallas, TX 75208 Č?ČœČ&#x;ǂȤČ&#x;ČœÇ‚Č¤Č˘ČœČ˘ ÇŚ œœœǀ™˜ˆ†ǀ”—Œ Unity Day School ČĄČ Č?Č Â”Â—ÂŠÂ˜Â™ †“Š Dallas, TX 75230 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČžÇ‚Č˘ČœČ›ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀš“Ž™ž‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

Vanguard Preparatory School ČœČžČ˘Č Č› ŽŒ’† ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75244 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č›Č&#x;Ç‚ČœČĄČœČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ›†“Œš†—‰•—Š•˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

Other Community Colleges

Walden Preparatory School Č?Č ČĄČ˘ †‘‘Šž ŽŠœ †“Š †—’Š—˜ —†“ˆÂ?Ć˝ Č˘Č Č?ČžČ&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ȞȞǂȥȣȣȞ ÇŚ œœœǀœ†‘‰Š“•—Š•˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

9th-12th

70

Wesley Prep ȤČ?țț “œ””‰ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75220 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č˘Č›ČĄÇ‚Č¤Č ČĄČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀœŠ˜‘Šž•—Š•ǀ”—Œ

6 mo.-6th

377

—Š˜ˆÂ?Â”Â”Â‘Ç‚Č Â™Â?

Ç

Wesleyan Academy ČœČĄČœČ Ç€ Ž—•”—™ —ŠŠœ†ž Irving, TX 75062 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č Č?Ç‚Č&#x;ȢȞȞ ÇŚ œœœǀœŠ˜‘Šž†“†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’ Westminster Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten ČŁČ?țț Š›”“˜Â?Ž—Š —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75209 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ Č›Ç‚ČĄČœČ Č ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€ÂœÂŠÂ˜Â™Â’ÂŽÂ“Â˜Â™ÂŠÂ—Ç‚Â‰Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ç€Â”Â—ÂŒÇ Â•Â—ÂŠÂ˜ÂˆÂ?””‘

ČœČ? ’”ǀǂ

186

Westwood School, The ČœČ&#x;ČžČ&#x;Č› —”™”“ ”†‰ Dallas, TX 75244 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?ČžČ¤Ç‚ČŁČ Č¤ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀœŠ˜™œ””‰˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȤ™�

Č?Č Č›

White Rock Montessori School ČœČĄČ›Čœ †™Š˜ —Ž›Š Dallas, TX 75228 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ?Č&#x;Ç‚Č Č ČŁČ› ÇŚ œœœǀœÂ?Ž™Š—”ˆÂ?’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀ”—Œ

3 yrs.-8th

157

White Rock North School ȤȢČ?Ȣ Â?Ž™Š ”ˆÂ? —†Ž‘ Dallas, TX 75238 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ&#x;ȣǂȢČ&#x;ČœČ› ÇŚ œœœǀœÂ?Ž™Š—”ˆÂ?“”—™Â?˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȥ™�

ČœČ¤Čœ

Windsong Montessori School Č?ČŁČ?Č Â†Â‘Â‘ÂŠÂž ÂŽÂŠÂœĆ˝ Č“ČœČ›Č› †—’Š—˜ —†“ˆÂ?Ć˝ Č˘Č Č?ČžČ&#x; ȤȢČ?ǂȥȣțǂČ?Č&#x;ČĄČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀœŽ“‰˜”“Œ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

—Š ǂȥ™�

ȤČ

Winston School and Testing and Evaluation Center, The Č Č˘Č›Č˘ ”ž†‘ †“Š Dallas, TX 75229 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČĄČ¤ČœÇ‚ČĄČ¤Č Č› ÇŚ œœœǀœŽ“˜™”“ǂ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

1st-12th

230

Yavneh Academy of Dallas 12324 Merit Drive Dallas, TX 75251 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č?Č¤Č Ç‚ČžČ Č›Č› ÇŚ œœœǀž†›“ŠÂ?‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

9th-12th

93

Zion Lutheran School ČĄČœČ?Čœ Ç€ ”›Š—˜ †“Š Dallas, TX 75214 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČĄČžÇ‚ČœČĄČžČ› ÇŚ œœœǀÂ&#x;Ž”“‰†‘‘†˜ǀ”—Œ

—Š ǂȣ™�

ČœČŁČ

A Child’s Garden Montessori School ČœČ¤ČžČ Â‘Â‰ Š“™”“ ”†‰ Carrollton, TX 75006 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;ČĄÇ‚Č?ČĄČĄČž ÇŚ œœœǀ•†Š‰†ǀˆ”’

—Š Ç‚Č&#x;™Â?

ȢČ&#x;

Carrollton Christian Academy Č?Č?Č›Č Ç€ Š‡—”“ †—Â?œ†ž Carrollton, TX 75010 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č&#x;Č?Ç‚ČĄČĄČŁČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀˆˆ†˜†Ž“™˜ǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č Č˘Č›

DENTON COUNTY

www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

that opportunity to seasoned professionals through the Ellison Miles Geotechnology Institute. From science to the arts—the Center for the Arts, that is—and child development classes and facilities, Brookhaven offers a range of programs that prepare students for successful careers. And the college partners with major automobile manufacturers to train students in state-ofthe-art automotive technology classrooms and facilities.

Each of the seven colleges in DCCCD is individually accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. For more information, visit the district’s Web site at www.dcccd.edu.

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Continuing Education For those wishing to continue their education with or without credit, there are plenty of opportunities in Dallas. Most colleges, universities and community colleges provide continuing education courses for a small fee with classes ranging from creative writing to financing your own business. The Dallas Public Library also offers continuing education programs, as does the Park and Recreation Department.

In addition, the DISD offers several programs for adults’ continuing education, including an adult basic education for adults wishing to complete a G.E.D.; an amnesty program for adults who have been granted amnesty in the United States, and an adult occupational education program at Skyline High School which features training in various trades.

The DISD also is developing a television channel specifically for parents, and another one devoted to staff development. Each week, the Texas Education Agency broadcasts a live, interactive teleconference on Channel 28 of the TCI Cablevision Co. Other continuing educational possibilities include Association for Higher Education (AHE) which offers ongoing, SPRING 2010

E D U C AT I O N

More than a dozen schools in the DFW Metroplex use a child-centered Montessori approach.

Private School Name

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č ČžČ›

Coram Deo Academy-North Dallas Campus Č?Č&#x;ČžČ Ç€ Š‡—”“ †—Â?œ†ž Carrollton, TX 75007 ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČŁČĄČ?Ç‚ČŁČĄČ Č˘ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”—†’‰Š”†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČžČ&#x;

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœĆ˝ČœČ˘Č

Montessori Country Day School ȢČ&#x;țț †œÂ? ”†‰ ‘”œŠ— ”š“‰ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č?Č?

817-430-8340

—Š Ç‚ČœÂ˜Â™

Ȥȣ

Montessori Episcopal School ČĄČ›Č? Ç€ ‘‰ —ˆÂ?†—‰ †“Š ÂŠÂœÂŽÂ˜Â›ÂŽÂ‘Â‘ÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č Č›Č˘Č˘ ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č?Č?ČœÇ‚ČžČ ČžČž ÇŚ œœœǀ’”“™Š˜˜”—ŽŠ•Ž˜ˆ”•†‘ǀˆ”’

—Š Ç‚ČœÂ˜Â™

Č&#x;Č&#x;

Newfound School Č?Č?țȥ Š†‰˜ †“Šƽ šŽ™Š ČœČœČ› Carrollton, TX 75006 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚ČžČ¤Č›Ç‚ČœČ˘Č&#x;Ȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ“Šœ‹”š“‰˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

Č?Č

Prince of Peace Christian School Č&#x;țțț Ç€ Ž‰œ†ž ”†‰ Carrollton, TX 75007 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;Č˘Ç‚Č›Č ČžČ? ÇŚ œœœǀ•—Ž“ˆŠ”‹•Š†ˆŠǀ”—Œ

—Š Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ȢČ&#x;ČĄ

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ȢČ

18 mos.-6 yrs.

101

5th-12th

40

Preschool-3rd

30

Ç‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČžČ

—Š ǂ

ČœČ?Č&#x;

Fulton School, The ČœČĄČ?Čž †š—Š“ˆŠ —Ž›Š Š†™Â?Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČžČ? ȤȢČ?ǂȢȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;Č&#x;Č ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?Š‹š‘™”“˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

—Š ČžÇ‚ČœČ?™Â?

ČœČ?Č›

Heritage Christian Academy ČœČ&#x;țȣ Ç€ ”‘Ž†‰ ™ǀ ”ˆÂ?ÂœÂ†Â‘Â‘Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČŁČ˘ ȤȢČ?ǂȢȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČžČ›Č ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?Š—Ž™†ŒŠˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

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Liberty Christian School ČœČžČ›Čœ Ç€ ÂŽÂŒÂ?œ†ž ȞȢȢ Â—ÂŒÂžÂ‘ÂŠĆ˝ ȢȥČ?Č?ČĄ ȤČ&#x;țǂČ?ȤČ&#x;Ç‚Č?țțț ÇŚ œœœǀ‘Ž‡Š—™ž˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

Today’s Child Montessori School 2808 Trinity Square Drive Carrollton, TX 75006 ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č&#x;ČœČĄÇ‚ČŁČ&#x;Č&#x;Ȥ ÇŚ œœœǀ™”‰†ž˜ˆÂ?Ž‘‰’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’ Willow Bend Academy-Lewisville 1565 W. Main St., Suite 275 ÂŠÂœÂŽÂ˜Â›ÂŽÂ‘Â‘ÂŠĆ˝ Č˘Č Č›ČĄČ˘ ȤȢČ?ǂȤțȥǂȤČ&#x;ȤȞ ÇŚ œœœǀœŽ‘‘”œ‡Š“‰†ˆ†‰Š’žǀˆ”’ Yardley Montessori School ČœČ›Č? ”‡‡˜ ”†‰ †Â?Š Â†Â‘Â‘Â†Â˜Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČĄČ Č¤Č&#x;țǂȞČ?ČœÇ‚Č›Č?ČŁČ› ÇŚ œœœǀž†—‰‘Šž’”“™Š˜˜”—Ž˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

HUNT COUNTY

Lakeland Preparatory Academy Č&#x;Č?ȥȤ ”š“™ž ”†‰ Č?Č Č&#x;ČĄ šŽ“‘†“ƽ Č˘Č Č&#x;ȢČ&#x; ȤȢČ?Ç‚ČĄČžČ Ç‚Č¤ČžČ¤Čž ÇŚ œœœǀ‘†Â?Š‘†“‰†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

ROCKWALL COUNTY

Country Day Montessori School 2305 Plaza Drive ”ˆÂ?ÂœÂ†Â‘Â‘Ć˝ Č˘Č Č›ČžČ? ȤȢČ?Ç‚Č˘Č˘ČœÇ‚ČĄČĄČŁČ› ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‰’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’

TARRANT COUNTY

All Saints Episcopal School 8200 Tumbleweed Trail ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ›ČŁ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č&#x;ČĄÇ‚Č?Č&#x;ČœČž ÇŚ œœœǀ†˜Š˜‹™œǀ”—Œ Barbara Gordon Montessori School ČœČ ČœČž †‘‘ǂ ”Â?“˜”“ ”†‰ Colleyville, TX 76034 ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČ Č&#x;ǂȥȥȢț ÇŚ œœœǀ‡Œ”—‰”“’”“™Š˜˜”—Žǀˆ”’ Bethesda Christian School Č&#x;Ȣțț Ç€ Š†ˆÂ? ™ǀ ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČžČ˘ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ČŁČœÇ‚ČĄČ&#x;Č&#x;ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ‡Š™Â?Š˜‰†ˆÂ?—Ž˜™Ž†“˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

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Coram Deo Academy-Flower Mound Campus 4900 Wichita Trail ‘”œŠ— ”š“‰ƽ Č˘Č Č›Č?Č? ȣțțǂČ&#x;ČĄČ Ç‚Č›Č ČĄČœ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”—†’‰Š”†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ

St. Anthony School, The 2030 Denton Drive Carrollton, TX 75006 Č?ČœČ&#x;Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;ČžÇ‚ČœČ?Č›Č ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?Š†“™Â?”“ž˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀœ˜

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Opportunities are available at most area colleges in addition to classes offered at many local continuing education centers. If you’re interested in learning how to operate new computer programs, trade stocks and bonds, speak Spanish, swing dance, plan for retirement, oil paint or become a gourmet chef, the possibilities in continuing education are endless.

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Children’s University 4621 Park Springs Blvd. Â—Â‘ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÂ™Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČ›ČœČ˘ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č˘ČŁČ&#x;Ç‚ČĄČĄČ Č ÇŚ œœœǀˆÂ?Ž‘‰—Š“˜š“Ž›Š—˜Ž™žǀˆ”’

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Clariden School, The ČœČ›Č› ‘†—Ž‰Š“ †“ˆÂ? ”†‰ Southlake, TX 76092 ČĄČŁČ?Ç‚Č?ȞȢǂțČ&#x;țț ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‘†—Ž‰Š“˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ

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Country Day School of Arlington ČœČœČ›Č› ””˜Š›Š‘™ ™ǀ Â—Â‘ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÂ™Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČ›ČœČœ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č˘Č Ç‚Č›ČŁČ Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‰˜†ǀ”—Œ

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Covenant Christian Academy Č¤Č›Čœ Â?ŠŠÂ? •†—ŒŠ— ”†‰ Colleyville, TX 76034 ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č Č˘Č˘Ç‚ČžČžČ˘ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀˆˆ†“Š™ǀ”—Œ

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There are 103 public library locations in DFW. You can get a library card at the main library or at any of the branch libraries. Adults will need to show name and address identification, and children need a parent’s signature to complete the application. The library card is free to any Dallas resident.

The library has, in addition to a vast number of books, a wide selection of videocassettes, audio cassettes, DVDs and com-pact discs available for loan.

All libraries offer activities for children and adults, from puppet shows to exhibits to microcomputer orientation classes. The library publishes a monthly activities listings almanac, which is available at any Dallas public library.

The library also has access to more than 200 databases through its Online Database Search Service in the Central Library, located at the corner of Young and Ervay streets across from City Hall.

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Lake Country Christian School Č˘Č›Č Č› †Â?Š ”š“™—ž —Ž›Š ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ˘Č¤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ȞȥǂȣȢțȞ ÇŚ œœœǀ‘ˆˆ˜ǀ”—Œ

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Ȟȣȥ

Montessori Academy, The ČžČ&#x;Č?ČŁ Ç€ —Â?†“˜†˜ †“Š Â—Â‘ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÂ™Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČ›ČœČĄ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ȢČ&#x;Ç‚ČœČ Č&#x;ČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ™’†”“‘Ž“Šǀ”—Œ

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Nolan Catholic High School 4501 Bridge St. ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ›Čž ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č&#x;Č Č˘Ç‚Č?ȤČ?Č› ÇŚ œœœǀ“”‘†“ˆ†™Â?”‘ŽˆÂ?˜ǀ”—Œ

7th-12th

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Center for Creative Living School Č?Č&#x;Č›Čœ †Â?‘†“‰ ‘›‰ǀ ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ›Čž ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č ČžČ&#x;Ç‚Č?ČœČŁČ¤ ÇŚ œœœǀˆ‹ˆ‘ǀˆˆ

Covenant Classical School ČœČ?ČĄ Ç€ š‰‰ ™ǀ ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ›ČŁ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČŁČ?țǂțȣȣČ&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀˆ”›Š“†“™‹œǀ”—Œ Crown of Life Lutheran Church and School ČĄČĄČ›Č Â‘ÂŠÂ†Â˜Â†Â“Â™ š“ ”†‰ Colleyville, TX 76034 ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?Č ČœÇ‚ČœČŁČŁČœ ÇŚ ÂœÂœÂœÇ€ÂˆÂ—Â”ÂœÂ“Â”Ę­ÂŽÂ‹ÂŠÇ€Â”Â—ÂŒ First Presbyterian Preschool 1002 Park Blvd.

—†•Š›Ž“Šƽ Č˘ČĄČ›Č Čœ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č&#x;ČŁČŁÇ‚ČŁČ Č?ČĄ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹•ˆŒ›ǀ”—Œ Fort Worth Academy Č˘ČžČ›Čœ š™ˆÂ? —†“ˆÂ? ”†‰ ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČžČ? ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚ČžČ˘Č›Ç‚ČœČœČ¤Čœ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹œ†ˆ†‰Š’žǀ”—Œ Fort Worth Christian School 7517 Bogart Drive ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČŁČ› ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č?ČŁČœÇ‚ČĄČ Č›Č&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ‹œˆǀ”—Œ Fort Worth Country Day School Č&#x;Č?țț ”š“™—ž †ž †“Š ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČ›Č¤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č˘ČžČ?Ç‚Č˘ČœČœČŁ ÇŚ œœœǀ‹œˆ‰˜ǀ”—Œ Hill School of Fort Worth Č&#x;ČŁČœČ˘ ‰Š˜˜† ›Šǀ ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČžČž ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č¤Č?ȞǂȤČ&#x;ČŁČ? ÇŚ œœœǀÂ?Ž‘‘˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ Key School, Inc. ȞȤČ&#x;Ȣ Ç€ ””• ČŁČ?Č› ”š™Â? ”—™ ”—™Â?Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČœČœČ¤ ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č&#x;Č&#x;ȥǂȞȢȞȣ ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?ŠÂ?Šž˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀˆ”’

Oakridge School, The 5900 W. Pioneer Parkway Â—Â‘ÂŽÂ“ÂŒÂ™Â”Â“Ć˝ Č˘ČĄČ›ČœČž ČŁČœČ˘Ç‚Č&#x;Č ČœÇ‚Č&#x;ȤȤČ&#x; ÇŚ œœœǀ™Â?Š”†Â?—Ž‰ŒŠ˜ˆÂ?””‘ǀ”—Œ PHOTO: ISTOCK

Dallas which will teach you how, from flight training to taxidermy to chauffeuring to court reporting to welding.

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DFW offers 103 public library locations.

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Brook Hill School, The ǀ ǀ ȡȡȣ Bullard, TX 75757 .................. 903-894-5000 ǂ ƾ ȣ Ȝȝ Episcopal School of Texas, The 20955 Tejas Trail West ƽ ȢȣȝȠȢ ...........210-698-7171 ǂ ƾ Ȥ Ȝȝ Hockaday School, The ȜȜȡțț Dallas, TX 75229 .................... 214-360-6526

ƾ ȣ Ȝȝ Incarnate Word High School ȢȝȢ ǀ ǀ ƽ ȢȣȝȜȝ ..........210-829-3123

ƾ Ȥ Ȝȝ San Marcos Baptist Academy ȝȣțȜ Ȝȝ ƽ Ȣȣȡȡȡ......... 512-753-8000 ǂ ƾ Ȣ Ȝȝ St. Stephen’s Episcopal School ȝȤțț ƽ ȢȣȢȟȡ......................512-327-1213 ǂ ƾ ȣ Ȝȝ

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Pantego Christian Academy ȝȝțȜ ǀ ƽ ȢȡțȜȞ ȣȜȢǂȟȡțǂȞȞȜȠ Ǧ ǀ ǀ

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Saint Bernadette Academy Ȝțȝțț ƽ Ȣȡȝȟȣ ȣȜȢǂȟȞȜǂȝȞȠȞ Ǧ ǀ ǀ ǀ

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Southwest Christian School ȡȣțȜ ƽ ȢȡȜȞȞ ȣȜȢǂȝȤȟǂȤȠȤȡ Ǧ ǀ ǀ

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St. Ignatius College Preparatory 8109 Shelton Drive ƽ ȢȡȜȜȝ ȣȜȢǂȣțȜǂȟȣțȜ Ǧ ǀ ʭ ǀ

9th-12th

23

St. John the Apostle Catholic School ȢȟȝȜ

ǀ ƽ ȢȡȜȣț ȣȜȢǂȝȣȟǂȝȝȝȣ Ǧ ǀ ǀ

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St. Paul Lutheran Ȝȣțț ƽ ȢȡȜțȝ ȣȜȢǂȞȞȝǂȝȝȣȜ Ǧ ǀ ǀ

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St. Vincent Cathedral School ȜȞțț Bedford, TX 76022 ȣȜȢǂȞȠȟǂȢȤȢȤ Ǧ ǀ ǀ

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Temple Christian Schools ȜȝȠț ƽ ȢȡȜȝț ȣȜȢǂȝȟȟǂȜȜȞȡ Ǧ ǀ ǀ

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ȣȟȞ

6 wks.-12 yrs.

300

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TLC Child Development Center on Green Oaks ȜȟțȜ ǀ ǀ ǀ ƽ Ȣȡțțȡ ȤȢȝǂȣțȜǂȠȝȝȣ Ǧ ǀ ǀ Trinity Valley School ȢȠțț ƽ ȢȡȜȞȝ ȣȜȢǂȞȝȜǂțȜțț Ǧ ǀ ǀ

SOURCE: THE ASSOCIATION OF BOARDING SCHOOLS ; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨; RESEARCH DEPARTMENT 2/10

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┬Ж┬Ю┬С┬Ф┬Ч ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ┬Ф┬Л ┬К┬У┬Щ┬О┬Ш┬Щ┬Ч┬Ю ┬Ж┬Ю┬С┬Ф┬Ч ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Э┬К┬И┬Ъ┬Щ┬О┬Ы┬К ┬Ч┬Ф┬М┬Ч┬Ж┬Т ┬Ж┬Ю┬С┬Ф┬Ч ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬И┬Н┬Ф┬Ф┬С ┬Ф┬Л ┬Ъ┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬У┬М ┬Ч┬О┬Ш┬Ь┬К┬С┬С ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К Dallas Baptist University Dallas Christian College ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш ┬Н┬К┬Ф┬С┬Ф┬М┬О┬И┬Ж┬С ┬К┬Т┬О┬У┬Ж┬Ч┬Ю ┬К ┬Ч┬Ю ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬К ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Ч┬У┬К┬Ж┬Ъ ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬Ь┬Ф┬Ф┬Й ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ╟В ┬К┬Й┬Ж┬Ч ┬О┬С┬С ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш ┬Ж┬Ч┬Р┬К┬Ч ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ┬Ф┬Л ┬Н┬О┬Ч┬Ф┬Х┬Ч┬Ж┬И┬Щ┬О┬И ┬Ж┬Ъ┬С ┬Ъ┬О┬У┬У ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н┬К┬Ч┬У ┬К┬Щ┬Н┬Ф┬Й┬О┬Ш┬Щ ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н┬Ь┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬К┬Ч┬У ┬Й┬Ы┬К┬У┬Щ┬О┬Ш┬Щ ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н┬Ь┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬К┬Ч┬У ┬Ш┬Ш┬К┬Т┬З┬С┬О┬К┬Ш ┬Ф┬Л ┬Ф┬Й ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н┬Ь┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬К┬Ч┬У ┬Ж┬Х┬Щ┬О┬Ш┬Щ ┬Н┬К┬Ф┬С┬Ф┬М┬О┬И┬Ж┬С ┬К┬Т┬О┬У┬Ж┬Ч┬Ю ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н┬Ь┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬К┬Ч┬У ┬Н┬Ч┬О┬Ш┬Щ┬О┬Ж┬У ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ┬К┬Э┬Ж┬Ш ┬Н┬Ч┬О┬Ш┬Щ┬О┬Ж┬У ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬К┬Э┬Ж┬Ш ┬К┬Ш┬С┬К┬Ю┬Ж┬У ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю Universities Center of Dallas ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ф┬Л ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш

╚Ю╚Ы╚Ы╚Ь ╟А ┬О┬Ы┬О┬Ш┬О┬Ф┬У ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ч┬С┬О┬У┬М┬Щ┬Ф┬У╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Ы╚Ь╚Э ┬Ь┬Ф ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬Х┬Ж┬Ч┬Р╞╜ ╚г╚Ы╚г╚Ы ┬Ж┬Ч┬Р ┬Ж┬У┬К╞╜ ┬Ъ┬О┬Щ┬К ╚Ь╚Ы╚Ы╞╜ Dallas, TX 75231 ╚Ю╚Ю╚Ы╚Э ┬Ж┬Ш┬Щ┬Ф┬У ┬Ы┬К╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚б ╚Ь╚Э╚Э╚Ю╚Ы ┬Ч┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬Ф┬У ┬Ф┬Ж┬Й╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Ю╚Ы ╚Ю╚в╚Ы╚Ы ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚б ╚Я╚Ы╚Ь╚Ы ┬Ж┬Ш┬Щ┬Ф┬У ┬Ы┬К╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚б 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211 2700 Christian Parkway, Dallas, TX 75234 ╚Ю╚д╚Ы╚д ┬Ь┬О┬Ш┬Ш ┬Ы┬К╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Ы╚Я ╚Я╚г╚Ы╚Ы ┬К┬М┬К┬У┬Щ ┬С┬Ы┬Й╟А╞╜ ┬Ч┬Ы┬О┬У┬М╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚б╚Ю ╚а╚в╚Ь╚Ы ┬Ч┬К┬К┬Ь┬Ж┬Ю╞╜ ┬Ъ┬О┬Щ┬К ╚Ь╚а╚Ы╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚Ы ╚Ь╚Ь╚Ь╚Я ╟А ╚Ь╚Ю╚г╚Э╞╜ ┬К┬Й┬Ж┬Ч ┬О┬С┬С╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ь╚Ы╚Я ╚Э╚а╚Ы╚Ы ┬Ж┬С┬У┬Ъ┬Щ ┬О┬С┬С ┬Ж┬У┬К╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Э╚д ╚Ю╚г╚Ю╚в ┬О┬Т┬Х┬Ш┬Ф┬У ┬Щ┬Ъ┬Ж┬Ч┬Щ ┬Ф┬Ж┬Й╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚Ь ╚б╚Ь╚г╚а ┬О┬Ч┬С┬О┬У┬К╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Ы╚а ╟А ╟А ┬Ф┬Э ╚а╚б╚в╞╜ ┬К┬К┬У┬К╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Ы╚а╚д ╚Ь╚Э╚Ы╚Ы ┬Ю┬И┬Ж┬Т┬Ф┬Ч┬К ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬Э┬Ж┬Н┬Ж┬И┬Н┬О┬К╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ь╚б╚а ╚Э╚Ы╚Ы╚Ь ╟А ┬К┬Т┬О┬У┬Ж┬Ч┬Ю ┬Ч┬О┬Ы┬К╞╜ ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Ь╚Ь╚а ╚Э╚Ы╚Ы ┬Ф┬Ь┬Ш┬К┬Ч ┬О┬Ч┬И┬С┬К╞╜ ┬К┬Ч┬Ч┬К┬С┬С╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ь╚б╚Ы ╚Э╚г╚Ы╚Ы ╟А ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ч┬О┬Ы┬К╞╜ ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Ь╚Ы╚д ╚Ь╚Э╚Ы╚Ь ┬К┬Ш┬С┬К┬Ю┬Ж┬У ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Ь╚Ы╚а 1901 Main St., Suite 107, Dallas, TX 75201 ╚Ь╚г╚Я╚а ╟А ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬М┬Ж┬Щ┬К ┬Ч┬О┬Ы┬К╞╜ ┬Ч┬Ы┬О┬У┬М╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚б╚Э

╚З ┬С┬С┬К┬У

╟В ┬К┬У┬Щ┬Ч┬Ж┬С ┬Ж┬Ч┬Р ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш

╟В ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Ч┬Щ┬Ю┬Ж┬Ч┬Й ┬К┬У┬Щ┬К┬Ч ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш

╟В ┬О┬М┬Н┬К┬Ч ┬Й┬Ъ┬И┬Ж┬Щ┬О┬Ф┬У ┬К┬У┬Щ┬К┬Ч ┬Ж┬Щ ┬Ф┬И┬Р┬Ь┬Ж┬С┬С ╟В ┬Ч┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬Ф┬У ┬О┬Й┬М┬К ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш

╟В ┬Х┬Ч┬О┬У┬М ┬Ч┬К┬К┬Р ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш

╚Ю╚Ы╚Ы ┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬И┬Ч┬К┬Ш┬Щ ┬С┬Ы┬Й╟А╞╜ ┬С┬С┬К┬У╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚Ы╚Э

╚Э╚Э╚Ы╚Ы ╟А ┬У┬О┬Ы┬К┬Ч┬Ш┬О┬Щ┬Ю ┬Ч┬О┬Ы┬К╞╜ ┬И ┬О┬У┬У┬К┬Ю╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚в╚Ы ╚Я╚г╚Ы╚Ы ┬Ч┬К┬Ш┬Щ┬Ф┬У ┬Ж┬Ч┬Р ┬С┬Ы┬Й╟А╞╜ ┬С┬Ж┬У┬Ф╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚д╚Ю

╚Ь╚Ы╚а╚Ы ┬О┬С┬С┬О┬Ж┬Т┬Ш ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ф┬И┬Р┬Ь┬Ж┬С┬С╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚г╚в

╚д╚в╚Ы╚Ы ┬Ж┬Й┬К ┬С┬Ы┬Й╟А╞╜ ┬Ч┬О┬Ш┬И┬Ф╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚Ю╚а

╚Э╚г╚Ы╚Ы ╟А ┬Х┬Ч┬О┬У┬М ┬Ч┬К┬К┬Р ┬Ж┬Ч┬Р┬Ь┬Ж┬Ю╞╜ ┬С┬Ж┬У┬Ф╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚в╚Я

╚Ю╚д╚Ю╚д ┬Ж┬С┬С┬К┬Ю ┬О┬К┬Ь ┬Ж┬У┬К╞╜ ┬Ж┬Ч┬Т┬К┬Ч┬Ш ┬Ч┬Ж┬У┬И┬Н╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚Я ╚Ю╚Ы╚Ю╚Ы ╟А ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш ┬Ы┬К╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬У┬И┬Ж┬Ш┬Щ┬К┬Ч╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ь╚Ю╚Я 3737 Motley Drive, Mesquite, TX 75150 801 Main St., Dallas, TX 75202 ╚Я╚г╚Я╚д ╟А ┬С┬С┬О┬У┬Ф┬О┬Ш ┬Ы┬К╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Ь╚Ь ╚а╚Ы╚Ы╚Ь ╟А ┬Ж┬И ┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬Ъ┬Ч ┬С┬Ы┬Й╟А╞╜ ┬Ч┬Ы┬О┬У┬М╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Ы╚Ю╚г

╚д╚в╚Э╟В╚г╚б╚Ы╟В╚Я╚в╚Ы╚Ы

╚Ь╚Ы╞╜╚Ю╚в╚Ь

┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш

┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬З┬Ч┬Ф┬Ф┬Р┬Н┬Ж┬Ы┬К┬У┬И┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ

╚д╚в╚Э╟В╚г╚б╚Ы╟В╚г╚Э╚Ы╚Ь 972-860-7100 214-860-2037 ╚Э╚Ь╚Я╟В╚г╚б╚Ы╟В╚г╚б╚г╚Ы ╚д╚в╚Э╟В╚Э╚в╚Ю╟В╚Ю╚Ы╚Ы╚Ы

╚Я╞╜╚Я╚Ь╚г 9,711 6,166 ╚б╞╜╚Я╚д╚Я ╚д╞╜╚Э╚б╚г

┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш Dallas Dallas ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш

┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬И┬К┬Й┬Ж┬Ч┬Ы┬Ж┬С┬С┬К┬Ю┬И┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ Public www.eastямБeldcollege.edu Public www.elcentrocollege.edu ┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬Т┬Ф┬Ъ┬У┬Щ┬О┬Ж┬У┬Ы┬О┬К┬Ь┬И┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ ┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬У┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬С┬Ж┬Р┬К┬И┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ

┬Ч┬Ф┬Ф┬Р┬Н┬Ж┬Ы┬К┬У ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К

┬К┬Й┬Ж┬Ч ┬Ж┬С┬С┬К┬Ю ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К EastямБeld Community College El Centro College ┬Ф┬Ъ┬У┬Щ┬Ж┬О┬У ┬О┬К┬Ь ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н ┬Ж┬Р┬К ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К Bill J. Priest Institute for ┬И┬Ф┬У┬Ф┬Т┬О┬И ┬К┬Ы┬К┬С┬Ф┬Х┬Т┬К┬У┬Щ ┬О┬И┬Н┬С┬Ж┬У┬Й ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К

╚Ь╚Я╚Ы╚Э ┬Ф┬Ч┬О┬У┬Щ┬Н ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш ╚в╚а╚Э╚Ь╚а ╚Ь╚Э╚г╚Ы╚Ы ┬З┬Ч┬Ж┬Т┬Ш ┬Ф┬Ж┬Й╞╜ ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш╞╜ ╚в╚а╚Э╚Я╚Ю

╚Э╚Ь╚Я╟В╚г╚б╚Ы╟В╚а╚д╚Ы╚Ы ╚д╚в╚Э╟В╚Э╚Ю╚г╟В╚б╚Ь╚Ы╚б

╟а ╚Ь╚Я╞╜╚Ю╚д╚д

┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш ┬Ж┬С┬С┬Ж┬Ш

┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И

┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬К┬С┬И┬К┬У┬Щ┬Ч┬Ф┬И┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬Ч┬О┬И┬Н┬С┬Ж┬У┬Й┬И┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ

┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н ┬К┬Э┬Ж┬Ш ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ╟В ┬Ф┬Ь┬О┬К ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н ┬К┬Э┬Ж┬Ш ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ╟В ┬Ф┬Ч┬О┬У┬Щ┬Н ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н ┬К┬Э┬Ж┬Ш ┬Ф┬С┬С┬К┬М┬К ╟В ┬Ж┬О┬У┬К┬Ш┬Ы┬О┬С┬С┬К ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш

╚г╚Ы╚Ы ╟А ┬О┬С┬С ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ф┬Ь┬О┬К╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Э╚Ю╚Ы ╚Ь╚а╚Ы╚Ы ╟А ┬Ф┬Ч┬О┬У┬Щ┬Н ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ф┬Ч┬О┬У┬Щ┬Н╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Э╚Ы╚г ╚Ь╚а╚Э╚а ╟А ┬Ж┬С┬О┬Л┬Ф┬Ч┬У┬О┬Ж ┬Щ╟А╞╜ ┬Ж┬О┬У┬К┬Ш┬Ы┬О┬С┬С┬К╞╜ ╚в╚б╚Э╚Я╚Ы

┬Ф┬У┬Щ┬Ж┬М┬Ъ┬К ┬К┬У┬Щ┬Ф┬У ┬Ф┬Ф┬Р┬К

┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И ┬Ъ┬З┬С┬О┬И

┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬У┬И┬Щ┬И╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬У┬И┬Щ┬И╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ ┬Ь┬Ь┬Ь╟А┬У┬И┬Щ┬И╟А┬К┬Й┬Ъ

Weatherford College

225 College Park Drive, Weatherford, TX 76086

4,621

Parker

Public

www.wc.edu

┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬К┬Ж┬Ш┬Щ ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш ┬Ф┬Ч┬Щ┬Н┬Ь┬К┬Ш┬Щ ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш ┬Ф┬Ъ┬Щ┬Н┬К┬Ж┬Ш┬Щ ┬Ж┬Т┬Х┬Ъ┬Ш

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Experience some of the Metroplex’s best luxury shopping destinations.

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“ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING THINGS TO DO IN DALLAS SHOULD INCLUDE ONE OF THE FAVORITE ACTIVITIES OF MANY RESIDENTS: SHOPPING. MANY DALLAS RESIDENTS LOVE TO SHOP, AND THERE ARE PLENTY OF REASONS WHY.”

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ACCENTUATI NG TH E AR EA’ S diverse background are 79 different cuisines, four world-renowned chefs, 6,000 restaurants and 110 live performances nightly. If exquisite cuisine and an evening on the town are your perfect way to end the week, Dallas is the place to be on a Friday and Saturday night. Are you a dance maniac awaiting your entrance into the hottest club in town or is an enjoyable evening at the symphony more your style? Whatever the case may be, Dallas is home to the most diverse arrangement of entertainment options in the state.

For a sophisticated evening of theater and music, visit Dallas’s Fair Park. Home to the Music Hall at Fair Park, The State Fair of Texas, the Hall of State, Superpages.com Center and numerous other attractions, this area of downtown denotes prestigious artists and Broadway performances. For the best in music brought to you by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, travel down the road to the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center.

For live music, area clubs and venues offer everything from intimate settings to concert stages allowing for thousands of attendees.

On any given night, venture down to Deep Ellum, just east of downtown, a historic spot for eclectic music, unique people and, if you get there early, fine dining, good parking, and a taste of what downtown Dallas has to offer. From jazz, to heavy metal, to all-original groups promoting their newest release, Deep Ellum is a well-known and historic place for nightlife.

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SHOPPING, DINING & NIGHTLIFE tinations to visit as you become better acquainted with Dallas, your Listed below is a brief summary of some of the best nightlife destinations to visit as you become better acquainted with Dallas, your new home.

Addison is not only a North Dallas suburb, but also describes the North Dallas Tollway/Belt Line Road West line-up of notable restaurants and clubs.

Deep Ellum is located just east of downtown Dallas and is popular for its eclectic restaurants, galleries, shops and clubs. The avant-garde district originated as Dallas’s blues scene in the 1920s and ‘30s.

Greenville Avenue begins east of downtown at the top of Ross Avenue and parallels North Central Expressway.

“Lower Greenville” features cozy bars, restaurants and shops intermingled with quaint cottage-lined side streets.

From Mockingbird Lane north, Greenville widens and so too does the array of shops and restaurants. The “upper” section of Greenville can be reached from downtown Dallas by way of DART’s light rail stations at Mockingbird, Lovers Lane and Park Lane.

I-35 Corridor is north of downtown Dallas on I-35 just past Dallas Market Center, a medical center and blocks of industrial offices. The area is considered an oasis of entertainment for dining and clubs.

Uptown combines the rich blend of old and new just north of downtown. The narrow brick-paved street features sumptuous restaurants and interesting shops tucked in between trendy condos and highrise office buildings.

Mockingbird Station, an eight-minute rail ride from Dallas’s Central Business District, offers loft apartments; Trinity Hall Irish Pub, the arty eight-screen Angelika Film Center; Starbucks and nearly 90 various shops and restaurants. There’s free covered parking and an enclosed public plaza. All are mere steps away from DART’s light rail station.

The Cedars (South Side) meshes the character and style of the past with all the amenities of a new metropolitan lifestyle.

The revitalization of the Cedars neighborhood began with the renovation of the historic Sears Catalog Warehouse, and shifted into high gear with the addition of an iconic entertainment complex with restaurants.

Then, the urban loft community welcomed more music venues, retail shops, restaurants and art galleries. Located near the heart of downtown Dallas, Cedars/South Side’s upscale restaurants, sports bars, jazz clubs, entertainment, shopping and arts are just a brisk walk or a DART light rail ride www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

away from either Convention Center Station or Cedars Station.

Oaklawn offers a unique charm all its own as it includes many of Dallas’s most famous restaurants, trendy clubs, shops and apartment/condo communities. At the higher end of Oaklawn, the street gently turns into the legendary Preston Road which leads through the city’s most prestigious residential community, Highland Park.

Shopping Any discussion regarding things to do in Dallas should include one of the favorite activities of many residents: shopping. Many Dallas residents love to shop, and there are plenty of reasons why.

A good place to explore Dallas’s shopping opportunities is downtown, where you will find the original Neiman Marcus store, founded in 1907. As you walk around downtown, you will find retailers on the ground floor of many buildings and some even below street level in the city’s underground tunnel system.

At the other end of downtown, the West End is a great place to find unique items and souvenirs to send to friends and family.

Restaurants and clubs provide refreshment and nourishment for the weary shopper.

MAJOR MALLS The DFW Metroplex knows shopping and its residents immerse themselves in shopping options on every corner. Throughout the area, major malls are conveniently located to serve area residents and include amenities from spa treatments, four-star restaurants and play areas for the kids. The area’s major malls make shopping easy and entertaining for the entire family.

NorthPark Center offers an unparalleled selection of international designers set amid timeless modern architecture and a world-class art collection.

Whether you have time to spare or are running a quick errand at lunch, the Galleria Mall is a Dallas favorite for upscale shopping and trendy living. The mall also contains an ice-skating rink and game zone along with glamorous stores and shops offering upscale items.

Just north on the Dallas North Tollway, residents will find many shopping destinations in Plano, Frisco and Allen.

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scape architect who laid out that famous Southern California enclave.

Other quaint and historic shopping areas are Lower Greenville and Deep Ellum, where parking is mostly on the street. The atmosphere is definitely eclectic as you browse through clothing and merchandise that

cannot be found anywhere else in town.

This is especially true in Deep Ellum, where fashion and art often are one and the same.

For shoppers who want to find valuable antiques and unique collectibles, but don’t want to travel between boutiques and galleries across the Metroplex, there is the

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBERÂŽ MEMBER RESTAURANTS AND CATERING COMPANIES Aroma Coffee, Vending & Catering 2315 Sulphur St., Dallas ...........................214-303-1503 Asombra Catering 4043 Trinity Mills Road, Suite 122, Dallas ..972-820-8807 www.adolphus.com Bent Tree Grill 18110 Midway Road, Dallas .................... 972-248-6266 Bistro at the Adolphus Hotel 1321 Commerce, Dallas ........................... 214-742-8200 www.adolphus.com BlackďŹ nn Restaurant & Saloon 4440 Beltline Road ................................... 317-523-5313 www.blackďŹ nndallas.com Bread Winners Cafe & Bakery Inc. 3301 McKinney Ave., Dallas ................... 214-754-4940 www.breadwinnerscafe.com

El Fenix Corporation 11075 Harry Hines, Dallas......................... 972-241-2171 www.elfenix.com The Empire Room 1401 Elm St., Suite 4800, Dallas ........... 972-237-5940

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers 7651 Campbell Road, Dallas ................... 225-383-7400 www.raisingcanes.com

The Fish Sushi Bar & Lounge 736 McKinney Ave., Suite 150, Dallas ...214-522-0071 www.theďŹ shdallas.com

Rise n 1 5360 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas ..................214-366-9900

French Room at Hotel Adolphus 1321 Commerce, Dallas ........................... 214-742-8200 www.hoteladolphus.com

RX Catering 10455 N. Central Expressway, Suite 118, Dallas .................................... 214-369-7300

Fuse Restaurant & Lounge 1512 Commerce St., Dallas ......................214-742-3873 www.fusedallas.com

Salad Creations #177 3001 Knox St., Suite 108, Dallas ...........214-528-3400

G Texas Catering 3217 May St., Fort Worth .........................817-665-1303

Sam’s Cafe - Biltmore Center 2566 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix ........ 602-954-7100 www.canyon-cafe.com

Brinker International Inc. 6820 LBJ Freeway, Dallas........................ 972-770-5888 www.brinker.com

House of Blues Dallas, Inc. 2200 N. Lamar St., Dallas ........................214-978-2583 www.hob.com

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant - Dallas 7843 Park Lane, Dallas .............................214-361-8462

Javier’s Restaurant 4912 Cole Ave., Dallas ...............................214-521-4211 www.javiers.net

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant - Frisco 8580 State Highway 121, Frisco ............ 972-668-3287

Preston Hollow Catering 9800 Preston Road, Dallas ..................... 214-739-0350

Sorbeteria 7700 W. Northwest Highway, Dallas .... 214-373-7777 www.sorbeteriadallas.com Spring Creek Barbeque 4200 S. Cooper St., Arlington ................ 817-467-0505 www.springcreekbarbeque.com

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant - Southlake 2701 E. State Highway 114, Southlake ...817-749-6262

Knox Street Pub and Grill 4447 McKinney Ave., Dallas ....................214-528-5100 www.javiers.net

C.S.P.H. Inc. DBA Domino’s Pizza 8805 Sovereign Row, Dallas ....................214-630-2774 www.dominospizza.com

Landry’s Seafood 306 N. Market St., Dallas.........................214-698-1010 www.landryseafoodhouse.com

The Capital Grille 500 Crescent Court, Dallas...................... 214-303-1107 www.thecapitalgrille.com

Maggiano’s Little Italy 205 NorthPark Center, Dallas ................ 214-360-0707 www.maggianos.com

Celebrity CafĂŠ & Bakery 6333 N. State Highway 161, Suite 250, Irving..................................... 972-550-0675

Magic Time Machine Restaurant 5003 Beltline Drive, Dallas ..................... 972-980-1903 www.javiers.net

Central 214-American Food, Cocktails 5680 N. Central Expressway, Dallas .....214-443-9339 www.central214.com

Maguire’s Restaurant 17552 N. Dallas Parkway, Dallas ........... 972-818-0068 www.maguires.net

Corner Bakery - Plaza of the Americas 600 N. Pearl, Dallas ................................. 214-969-0507 www.cornerbakery.com

Martini Park 53 Old Solomons Island Road, Dallas ..214-473-6644 www.martinipark.com

Culinaire 2121 San Jacinto, Dallas ...........................214-754-1880 www.culinaireintl.com

Matts Ranch Martinez 6332 LaVista Drive, Dallas....................... 214-823-5517 www.thetexmexchef.com

Truluck’s Seafood, Steak, and Crab House - Addison 5001 Beltline Road, Addison .................. 972-503-3079 www.trulucks.com

Dallas Addison Catering Co. Inc. P.O. Box 1044, Dallas ..............................972-620-3000

McKinney Avenue Tavern 2822 McKinney Ave., Dallas ................... 214-969-1984 www.javiers.net

Walt Garrison Rodeo Bar and Grill 1321 Commerce, Dallas ........................... 214-742-8200 www.hoteladolphus.com

Daryl’s By Design 1801 N. GrifďŹ n, Dallas ............................. 214-655-1444 Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House 5251 Spring Valley Road, Dallas ..............972-490-9000 www.delfriscos.com Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurant 2525 Wycliff Ave., Dallas ........................ 214-780-0999 Eddie Deen’s Ranch and Catering at Downtown Dallas 944 S. Lamar, Dallas .................................972-524-3010 www.eddiedeen.com

The Melting Pot Restaurant - Dallas 4900 Belt Line Road, Suite 200, Dallas . 972-960-7027 www.meltingpot.com Morton’s The Steakhouse - Dallas 501 Elm St., Dallas......................................214-741-2277 Paradise Bakery & CafÊ 1201 Elm St., Dallas ....................................214-761-1662 www.paradisebakery.com/store_indiv.php?stid=37 Paradise Bakery & CafÊ - Cedar Springs 2101 Cedar Springs, Suite 100, Dallas ..214-468-8300

Strong’s Everday Tavern 2816 Fairmont St., Dallas........................ 214-303-1880 www.strongstavern.com Sullivan’s Steakhouse 17795 N. Dallas Parkway, Dallas ........... 972-267-9393 www.sullivanssteakhouse.com/dallas times ten cellars 6324 Prospect Ave., Dallas .....................214-824-9463 www.timestencellars.com Tre Amici Prime Steak and Seafood 18020 Dallas Parkway, Dallas ................972-250-4400 Trece Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Lounge 4513 Travis St., Dallas ...............................214-780-1900 www.trecerestaurant.com

Wendy Krispin Caterer 1025 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 600, Dallas ....................................214-748-5559 Which Wich - North Park 8687 N. Central, Dallas ........................... 214-369-9424 www.whichwich.com Which Wich - Uptown 2626 Howell St., Dallas........................... 214-740-9424 www.whichwich.com

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SSH HO OPPPPIIN NG G,, D DIIN NIIN NG G, & &N NIIG GH HTTLLIIFFEE convenient “antique mall” concept. Here, old and new shopping experiences come together! These malls, rather than being separate “stores” are often a collection of stalls or mini-stores with hundreds of vendors to browse and buy from. There’s no limit to the possibilities when you have antiques, collectibles, primitives, art, lamps, sofas, chairs, beds, armoires and more together under one room. There is at least one antique mall in just about every DFW-area community, whether its image is upscale or down home.

The Knox-Henderson area is named for two streets that merge across Central Expressway, north of downtown Dallas.

Just minutes from downtown, this is one of Dallas’s oldest shopping districts. The area was revitalized in the mid-1990s and many of the original 1920s storefronts remain. It’s the perfect place to park your car and stroll from shop to shop—everything is within walking distance. Knox Street boasts a variety of restaurants as well as unique furniture stores and antique galleries. Anchor

stores include Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and Weir’s Furniture Village. Henderson Street, on the east side of Central, has restaurants and clubs and is known for its own selection of small antique shops and galleries.

DALLAS FARMERS MARKET 1010 S. Pearl Expressway Dallas, TX 75201 ......................................................................214-670-5880 .........................................................................................Fax: 214-939-2719 ......................................................................www.dallasfarmersmarket.org

The Dallas Farmers Market, established in 1941, is a public market with several elements including a vibrant and active farmer’s market component. There are four distinct sheds providing an assortment of agricultural products sold by local farmers, produce dealers, wholesalers, and other specialty-food merchants. Farmers within 150 mile radius come to the Market, giving customers the chance to “buy local.”

Customers will also find prepared foods, restaurants; flowers, shrubs, trees; and the opportunity to buy produce in large quantities for canning and preserving. The Market also has monthly events, including children’s activities, chef-led cooking classes, handcrafter market, and a busker program. It only takes one visit to understand why the Dallas Farmers Market is… where the locals go. www.dallasfarmersmarket.org Open seven days a week, 362 days a year from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 pm.

For information please call 214-670-5880.

Farmers’ Markets Don’t forget about DFW’s great selection of farmers’ markets and craft fairs. Dallas’s downtown market is located at 1010 S. Pearl St. Both covered and open stalls offer a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables in season, sold mostly by the growers themselves. Gifts, food, plants and cut flowers are also available. For more information, call 214-939-2808 or visit www.dallasfarmersmarket.org.

Many other DFW-area cities have their own fresh produce markets. Check local listings and community Web sites for details. In addition to these permanent, daily markets, DFW also has many unique shopping events going on at various times/

dates. Here is just a sampling of local trade days and flea markets, along with their approximate schedules. Be sure and call ahead or go online to make sure you arrive at the right place at the right time to get some fabulous finds!

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Allen Premium Outlet ...................................... 820 Stacy Road .............................................. Allen...................................... 972-678-7000 ...................... Collin ...................................... 100 Arlington Highlands ........................................... NEC I-20 & Matlock ...................................... Arlington .............................. 214-750-1517........................ Tarrant .......................................77 Belz Factory Outlet Mall .................................. 800 Shelby Drive ........................................... McKinney ............................. 972-542-2693 ...................... Collin ..................................... N/A Center at Preston Ridge, The............................ 8400 Gaylord Pkwy....................................... Frisco .................................... 972-668-2986 ...................... Collin ...................................... 126 Cityview Centre .................................................. 4720 Bryant Irwin .......................................... Fort Worth ........................... 972-250-1486 ...................... Tarrant ...................................... 63 Collin Creek Mall ................................................ 811 N. Central Expressway........................... Plano ..................................... 972-422-1070, opt. 3 .......... Collin .......................................121 Crossroads Mall ................................................. 6834 Wesley St. ............................................. Greenville ............................ 903-454-8181 ...................... Hunt.......................................... 22 Exposition Mills Denton Factory Stores ......... 5800 N. I-35 at N. Loop 288 ...................... Denton ................................. 940-565-5040 ..................... Denton .................................. N/A Firewheel Town Center ...................................... 245 Cedar Sage Drive .................................... Garland ................................ 972-675-1041 ....................... Dallas .......................................114 Fort Worth Town Center ................................... 4200 S. Freeway............................................. Fort Worth ........................... 817-921-5198 ....................... Tarrant .................................... 150 Galleria Mall ........................................................ 13350 Dallas Parkway................................... Dallas .................................... 972-702-7100 ....................... Dallas ......................................200 Golden Triangle Mall .......................................... 2201 S. Interstate 35 East ............................ Denton ................................. 940-383-1130 ...................... Denton ..................................... 90 Grapevine Mills ................................................... 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway ................... Grapevine ............................ 972-724-4900 ...................... Tarrant ....................................200 Grapevine Towne Center ................................... SH 1114 & William D. Tate ........................... Grapevine ............................ 214-954-0300...................... Tarrant ...................................... 34 Hulen Mall ........................................................... 4800 S. Hulen St............................................ Fort Worth ........................... 817-294-1200 ..................... Tarrant .................................... 120 Irving Mall ........................................................... Highway 183 at Belt Line Road North....... Irving .................................... 972-255-0571 ....................... Dallas .......................................119 Las Gran Plaza ..................................................... 4200 South Frwy. .......................................... Fort Worth ........................... 817-922-8888 ...................... Tarrant .................................... 100 Mabank Mall ....................................................... 105 N. 3rd St................................................... Mabank ................................ 903-887-7775 ...................... Kaufman....................................10 North East Mall .................................................. 1101 Melbourne Road.................................... Hurst..................................... 817-284-3427 ..................... Tarrant .................................... 125 North Hills Mall ................................................ 7624 Grapevine Highway ............................. North Richland Hills .......... 817-589-2236 ...................... Tarrant .................................. N/A NorthPark Center ............................................... 8687 N. Central Expressway ....................... Dallas .................................... 214-363-7441 ....................... Dallas ...................................... 232 Parks at Arlington, The ...................................... 3811 S. Cooper................................................ Arlington .............................. 817-467-0200 ...................... Tarrant .................................... 170 Richland Points Mall ......................................... 5201 Rufe Snow Drive................................... North Richland Hills .......... 817-498-4532 ...................... Tarrant ................................... N/A Ridgmar Mall ....................................................... 1888 Green Oaks Road ................................. Fort Worth ........................... 817-731-0856 ....................... Tarrant .................................... 120 Shops at Legacy, The .......................................... 7200 Bishop Rd. ............................................. Plano ..................................... 214-473-9700 ...................... Collin .......................................110 Shops at Willow Bend, The ............................... 6121 W. Park Blvd........................................... Plano ..................................... 972-202-7110 ....................... Collin ...................................... 150 Six Flags Mall ....................................................... 2911 E. Division .............................................. Fort Worth ........................... 817-640-1641 ....................... Tarrant ................................... N/A Southwest Center Mall...................................... 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Road ..................... Dallas .................................... 972-296-2914....................... Dallas ..................................... N/A Stonebriar Centre .............................................. 2601 Preston Road ........................................ Frisco .................................... 972-668-6255 ...................... Collin ...................................... 165 Tanger Factory Outlet Center ......................... 301 Tanger Drive ............................................ Terrell ................................... 972-524-6034 ...................... Kaufman................................... 35 Town East Mall .................................................... 2063 Town East Blvd. .................................... Mesquite .............................. 972-270-2363 ...................... Dallas .......................................175 Twin Creeks Village ............................................ UUS 75 & McDermott ................................. Allen...................................... 214-954-0300...................... Collin .....34 Valley View Center 2040 Valley View Center .................................. Dallas................................................................ 972-661-2424 .................... Dallas ..................................... 150 Vista Ridge Mall ................................................. 2401 S. Stemmons ......................................... Lewisville ............................. 972-315-0015 ....................... Denton ................................... 140 SOURCE: DALLAS BUSINESS JOURNAL BOOK OF LIST 2009

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Health Care One of the primary concerns for many seniors is health care. If that describes you, Dallas makes perfect sense as your new home. Greater

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TH ANK S TO NEW MED I CAL technology, heightened health awareness and easy, low-impact workout regimens, Americans are living longer, fuller lives these days. Consequently, one of the largest and fastest growing age groups in this country is the senior adult population. According to the report “65+ in the United States: 2005” from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the age 65 and over population is expected to double in the next 25 years. As a result, more than 20 percent of all Americans will be over the age of 65. Over 85 is the fastest growing age bracket. None of this comes as a surprise to residents and organizations in the Dallas area, where approximately 8 percent of the population falls into the 65-and-older age bracket. The DFW Metroplex has long prided itself on serving its current senior residents and welcoming relocating seniors with a wide variety of housing options and specialized services.

Many seniors looking for the ideal residence during their golden years love DFW’s mild climate, travel accessibility via DFW Airport, outstanding health-care facilities, and senior-friendly activities and organizations. In response, Dallas welcomes its senior citizens with open arms.

SENIOR LIVING Dallas offers some of the top health-care facilities in the world. (Refer to the Health chapter in this publication for a complete list of area hospitals.) Beyond its traditional hospitals and clinics, Dallas also provides health care tailored to senior residents. At Baylor Senior Health Centers, for example, caring for patients 65 and older is all they do. Baylor Senior Health Centers offer many services to help seniors assess, manage and prevent health-related problems. There are six Baylor Senior Health Centers throughout the Dallas area. Call 800-422-9567 for more information.

Our communities also get support from the Area Agency on Aging of Dallas County (DAAA), which works to provide services to persons age 60 or older with the greatest social and economic need.

The DAAA advocates for seniors to boost awareness in the community, plans and coordinates a comprehensive system of services, addresses important issues for the elderly, aids contractors working with senior-oriented projects, funds nutrition

services, sponsors events and publishes helpful directories. This action-oriented agency works to find effective, real-world solutions for today’s seniors. For information and assistance, call 214-871-5065 or visit the Web site www.ccgd.org.

Long-Term Health Planning Medical needs can be sudden, especially among seniors. When faced with an emergency situation, you may not be able to answer crucial questions needed in order to seek treatment. Emergency personnel or family members may have trouble locating information needed to answer these questions. They may be asked such things as: r i*T UIFSF B HSPVQ IFBMUI QMBO .FEJDBSF supplement or long-term care policy, and when did it go into effect?” r i8IBU JT UIF QSFTFOU DBTI WBMVF PG UIF life insurance policy?” r i*T UIFSF BOZ BEWBODF EJSFDUJWF u r i)BT NPOFZ CFFO TFU BTJEF GPS àOBM FYQFOTFT

Safety The National Osteoporosis Foundation in Washington D.C., says 50,000 deaths occur each year from hip fractures that result from falls. Falling also is listed as a contributing factor in 40 percent of nursing home admissions. Among older Americans, broken hips or damage to artificial hip joints caused by falls are common injuries. The 65-and-older age group may experience more falls for several reasons: poor vision, side effects of multiple medications or poor condition and muscle weakness. Yet most falls at home can be prevented.

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or is there a prepaid funeral plan?”

All of these are simple questions to answer, but can your family members respond in a crisis situation? It is important to review preparations with your family members or a trusted associate and to make them aware of the location of important papers they may need in case of an emergency.

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A.C.T. Home Health ........................ 877-485-2900

Ashford Hall......................................................... Irving......................... Dallas ..................972-579-1919

Aria Home Health Inc. .....................214-366-1026

Baybrooke Village Care...................................... McKinney ................. Collin ................. 972-548-9339

Care Mountain ................................... 817-504-8111

Brentwood Healthcare ...................................... Dallas........................ Dallas .................. 214-381-1815

CNC Home Care ...............................214-540-5942

C.C. Young Retirement Community ................ Dallas........................ Dallas ..................214-872-7474

Elder Care LP.......................................972-279-2011

Christian Care Center......................................... Mesquite .................. Dallas ................ 972-686-3000

Encompass Home Health ...............214-239-6500

Denton Rehabilitation & Nursing Center ...... Denton ..................... Denton ..............940-387-8508 Grace Presbyterian Village................................ Dallas........................ Dallas .................. 214-376-1701

Home Health Services of Dallas Inc. ...................................214-473-7900

Heritage Place of Mesquite .............................. Mesquite .................. Dallas .................972-228-7668

Home Instead Senior Care ..............972-239-3934

Longmeadow Health Care Center ................... Justin ........................ Denton ...............940-648-2731

Huguley Home Health Agency ......817-426-2200

The Plaza at Richardson .................................... Richardson ............... Dallas ................. 972-759-2180

Intrepid USA Healthcare Services ..................... 214-688-0330

The Plaza of Ridgmar ......................................... Fort Worth ............... Tarrant................. 817-665-1971 Pennsylvania Rehab LP ...................................... Fort Worth ............... Tarrant................817-335-3030

Jordan Health Services .................... 972-720-1600

Presbyterian Village North ............................... Dallas........................ Dallas ................. 214-355-9001

Maxim Healthcare Services ............ 972-661-9200

Settlers Ridge Care Center................................ Celina ....................... Collin ................. 972-328-8600

MyCare Personal Assistance .......... 214-340-9900

Signature Pointe On The Lake .......................... Dallas........................ Dallas ..................972-726-7575

Patient Centered Service, Inc. ....... 972-424-4454

Town East Rehabilitation Center ..................... Mesquite .................. Dallas ................ 972-284-8600 Treemont Healhcare and Rehab ...................... Dallas ...................... Dallas ..................972-661-1862

Presbyterian Hospital Dallas Home Health .................... 214-345-4663

Veranda Preston Hollow ................................... Dallas........................ Dallas .................214-363-5100

Reachout Home Care ........................214-350-1213

Victoria Garden of Allen .................................... Allen ......................... Collin .................. 972-727-5850

Rescare Home Care .......................... 214-951-0698

Victoria Gardens of Frisco ................................. Frisco ........................ Collin .................. 972-712-8652 Vista Ridge .......................................................... Lewisville ................. Denton ...............972-906-9789 Walnut Place ....................................................... Dallas........................ Dallas ................. 214-361-8923 West Side Campus of Care................................ Fort Worth ............... Tarrant................ 817-246-4997 Williamsburg Village .......................................... DeSoto ..................... Dallas .................972-572-6200

Right At Home ................................. 214-340-9900 September Services Inc. ................. 972-934-3588 UT Southwestern Home Health Care ....................................214-645-4570 The Visiting Nurse Association ..... 214-689-0000

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SENIOR LIVING r 5P NBLF ZPVS IPNF TBGFS IFSF BSF B GFX tips offered by Wilson Weatherford, M.D., medical director of Baylor Senior Health Centers: r 6TF OJHIUMJHIUT BOE LFFQ B ĂĄBTIMJHIU BU your bedside. r "WPJE UISPX SVHT BOE UBDL EPXO UIF FEHFT of all carpets. r *OTUBMM MJHIU TXJUDIFT BU UIF UPQ BOE CPUUPN of stairs. r 6TF B TPMJE IBOESBJM UIBU JT SPVOEFE PS knobbed at the ends. r .BSL UPQ BOE CPUUPN TUFQT XJUI CSJHIU contrasting tape. r *OTUBMM TBGFUZ PS iHSBCu CBST BOE OPO TLJE rubber mats in the tub or shower.

Besides bodily injury, seniors also may be at risk from criminals who target people over the age of 65. Con artists see the elderly as “easy marks� with plenty of money and/ or property to spare, but senior citizens are actually more vulnerable to physical harm and catastrophic financial loss due to being a victim of a crime.

Dallas offers seniors an active lifestyle.

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Arden Courts of Richardson............................................................................................Richardson .................................................... Dallas................................. 972-235-1200 Ashwood Assisted Living .................................................................................................North Richland Hills ................................... Dallas.................................817-804-3100 Atria Carrollton .................................................................................................................Carrollton ...................................................... Dallas................................ 972-862-8700 Autumn Leaves of Grapevine .........................................................................................Grapevine ...................................................... Tarrant ..............................866-231-2273 Autumn Leaves of Richardson/North Garland ...........................................................Garland .......................................................... Dallas.................................972-530-7700 Avalon Alzheimer’s Care Homes....................................................................................Dallas ............................................................. Dallas................................. 214-752-7050 Bethesda Gardens Assisted Living Community .........................................................Fort Worth .................................................... Tarrant ............................. 817-292-8886 Broadway Plaza at Pecan Park .......................................................................................Arlington ....................................................... Tarrant ..............................817-265-6900 C.C. Young Retirement Community ..............................................................................Dallas ............................................................. Dallas................................ 214-827-8080 Chambrel at Club Hill ......................................................................................................Garland .......................................................... Dallas.................................972-278-8500 Christian Care Centers .....................................................................................................Mesquite ........................................................ Dallas.................................972-686-3100 Colonial Lodge Retirement & Assisted Living .............................................................Terrell ............................................................. Kaufman............................972-563-1043 Covenant Place Waxahachie ..........................................................................................Waxahachie .................................................. Ellis.................................... 972-923-9911 Emeritus Senior Living .....................................................................................................Dallas ............................................................. Dallas................................. 214-691-7400 Grace Presbyterian Village..............................................................................................Terrell ............................................................. Kaufman............................. 214-376-1701 Hearthstone at Arlington ................................................................................................Arlington ....................................................... Tarrant .............................888-443-1509 Hearthstone at Bedford ..................................................................................................Bedford .......................................................... Tarrant .............................888-426-2250 Hearthstone at Garland ..................................................................................................Garland .......................................................... Dallas................................ 888-298-8102 Hearthstone at Irving ......................................................................................................Irving .............................................................. Dallas ...............................888-428-2395 Hearthstone at Vista Ridge ............................................................................................Lewisville ....................................................... Denton .............................888-450-5659 The Lodge on Preston Ridge ...........................................................................................Frisco .............................................................. Collin ................................ 972-668-4100 Mayberry Gardens ............................................................................................................Garland .......................................................... Dallas.................................972-675-3603 Merrill Gardens at North Richland Hills ......................................................................North Richland Hills ................................... Dallas..................................817-577-3337 Monticello West Retirement Center .............................................................................Dallas ............................................................. Dallas................................ 214-528-0660

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The Plaza Health Services of Edgemere .......................................................................Dallas ............................................................. Dallas................................. 214-615-7045 Presbyterian Village North .............................................................................................Dallas ............................................................. Dallas.................................214-355-9001

SENIOR LIVING WORKING SENIORS Up to age 66, employed seniors can earn $13,560 without losing Social Security benefits. You lose $1 in benefits for every $2 you earn above that amount. If you are between the ages of 66 and 70, you may earn up to $36,120 without losing benefits. For every $3 above that amount, you lose $1 in Social Security benefits. Past age 70, Social Security benefits are not affected by any earnings.

For more information on Social Security, visit www.socialsecurity.gov online or call toll-free 800-772-1213. For the deaf or hard of hearing, call 800-325-0778. Operators can answer questions Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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DFW-AREA SENIOR CITIZEN CENTERS CC Young 4847 Lawther Drive, Suite 100 Dallas, 75007 ........................214-827-8080 Chambrel at Clubhill 1245 Colonel Drive Garland, 75043 ..................... 972-278-8500 Christian Care Center 1000 Wiggins Parkway Mesquite, 75150 ...................972-698-2600 Classic Residence by Hyatt 5455 LaSierra Lane Dallas, 75231 .......................... 214-691-1001 Corinthians Retirement Community 3500 Old Denton Road Carrolton, 75007 ..................972-695-0363 Country Lane Seniors Campus 2401 Country View Lane Mckinney, 75069 .................. 972-569-8762 Edgemere 8523 Thackery St. Dallas, 75225..........................214-265-9100 Forum at Park Lane, The 7831 Park Lane Dallas, 75214 ......................... 214-369-9902 Franklin Park at Lewisville 901 N. Garden Ridge Lewisville, 75077 ...................214-222-2563 www.DALLASCHAMBER.org

Gatewood Apartments 6036 Ridgecrest Dallas, 75231 ......................... 214-691-6636 Heritage Place Retirement Community 300 Huguley Blvd.

Burleson, 76028 ................... 817-568-1000 Lakewood Village 5100 Randol Mill Road Fort Worth, 76112.................. 817-451-8001 Meadow Lakes Retirement 500 Meadow Lakes Drive North Richland Hills, 76180 . 817-581-6310 Meadowstone Place Retirement Community 10410 Stone Canyon Dallas, 75230 ........................ 214-987-0943 Moticello West Retirement Community 5114 McKinney Ave. Dallas, 75205 ........................214-528-0660 Parc Place Retirement Community 1301 Airport Freeway Bedford, 76021.......................817-267-8614 Presbyterian Village North 8600 Skyline Drive Dallas, 75243 .........................214-355-9015 Preston Place 5000 Old Shepard Place Plano, 75093 ...........................972-931-1123

Primrose at Sequoia Park 1400 E. University Drive Denton, 76209 .....................940-383-4344 Remington at Valley Ranch, The 8707 Valley Ranch Parkway West Irving, 75063 ......................... 972-556-0014 Robson Ranch* 9501 Ed Robson Blvd.

Denton, 76207 ..................... 888-988-3927 Summerville at Irving 820 N. Britain Road Irving, 75204 .......................... 972-721-1500 Summerville at Lakeland Hills 3305 Dilido Road Dallas, 75228 .........................214-321-7300 Three Fountains Retirement Community 6011 Melody Lane Dallas, 75231 ..........................214-363-4116 Town Village Arlington 1250 W. Pioneer Parkway Arlington, 76013 ................... 817-226-0500 Town Village North Dallas 12271 Coit Road Dallas, 75251 ..........................972-866-7575 Treemont Retirement Community 5550 Harvest Hill Road Dallas, 75230 ......................... 972-661-1856 SPRING 2010

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DFW-area residents can find all sorts of ways to get involved in community efforts to benefit worthy causes.

(JWJOH #BDL UP :PVS $PNNVOJUZ “FROM ANIMALS TO CHILDREN, TO THE UNEMPLOYED AND ELDERLY, YOUR HELP AND EXPERTISE COULD CHANGE A LIFE FOREVER. WHATEVER YOUR INTERESTS, DALLAS-AREA GROUPS NEED YOUR HELP!”

NO MATTER W H ER E you live, there are people in need. What better way to share your gifts with others, while meeting interesting people in your new area, than by giving back to your community.

Religious organizations, arts groups, professional associations, community service groups and medical facilities are always in need of volunteers to relieve the burden on staff members, while supplying support and assistance.

From animals and children, to the unemployed and the elderly, your help and expertise could change a life forever. Whatever your interests, Dallas-area groups need your help! Pick up the phone and make a call to your favorite organization now to ensure a brighter future.

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Clubs and Associations Whatever your passion, local clubs and associations bring together people of similar interests to enjoy networking, familiarity and fun. Dallas and its neighboring cities have a variety of social clubs and organizations that give residents an opportunity to become more involved in their communities. For a detailed listing of clubs and organizations, call the Dallas Regional Chamber at 214-746-6704.

Volunteer Organizations By contacting any of the groups listed in this publication and on the Internet, Dallas-area residents can find all sorts of ways to get involved in community efforts to benefit worthy causes and improve the quality of life in North Texas. The examples cited below are only a tiny part of all the opportunities available here.

Donating time, money and nourishment tends to grab the public’s attention most readily over the holiday season, but people’s needs do not go away. Hunger exists every day, even in the best communities.

Thankfully, food drives and food services continue year round to benefit the homeless or poor. Find out how you can help these worthwhile causes by contacting any of the pertinent organizations listed in this section and in your local phone directory. Reach out to the North Texas Food Bank at 214-330-1396 or visit online at www.ntxfoodbank.org.

DFW CLUBS, ORGANIZATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS AFI Dallas International Film Festival 214-720-0555 www.afidallas.com

Boy Scouts of America Circle Ten Council 214-902-6700 www.circle10.org

AIA Dallas at the Dallas Center for Architecture 214-742-3242 www.aiadallas.org

Boy Scouts of America - National Office 972-580-2200 www.bsa.org

Alliance for Lupus Research 972-385-0065 www.lupusresearch.org American Cancer Society 214-819-1200 www.acs-tx.org American Diabetes Association 972-392-1181 www.diabetes.org American Lung Association of the Central States 214-631-5864 www.breathehealthy.org American Red Cross 214-678-4800 www.redcrossdallas.org Apartment Association of Greater Dallas 972-385-9091 www.aagdallas.com Big Brothers and Big Sisters of North Texas 214-441-2227 www.bbbsnt.org Big Thought 214-520-0023 www.bigthought.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas Inc. 214-821-2950 www.bgcdallas.com Carter BloodCare 817-412-5000 www.carterbloodcare.org Children’s Cancer Fund 972-644-1450 www.childrenscancerfund.net Citizen’s Development Center 214-637-2911 www.cdcdallas.org City Club, The 214-748-9525 www.cityclubdallas.com City of Corsicana 903-654-4806 www.ci.corsicana.tx.us Communities Foundation of Texas 214-750-4222 www.cftexas.org Community Council of Greater Dallas 214-871-5065 www.ccgd.org Community Partners of Dallas 214-583-4010 www.communitypartnersdallas.org Continued on next page

VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS American Red Cross ..............214-678-4800 Austin Street Shelter............. 214-428-4242 Big Brothers/Big Sisters .........214-871-0876 Community Council of Greater Dallas .....................214-871-5065 Dallas Life Foundation ...........214-421-1380 Lift ...........................................214-824-2000 North Dallas Shared Ministries ................972-620-8696 The Salvation Army ............... 214-353-2731 StewPot .................................... 214-746-2785 United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Inc.............................. 214-978-0000 Visiting Nurse Association ...214-689-0000 Volunteer Center ..................866-797-8268 West Dallas Community Centers ............ 214-745-1176 Women’s Resource Center ... 972-938-7800 UPDATED 2/10

Volunteers provide homes for needy families.

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on education, sports, music and more.

These programs are designed to educate and stimulate our young people to become vital members of our community.

Specializing in education, fitness and recreational opportunities for the entire family, the YMCA and YWCA are two outstanding organizations recognized around the globe for assistance and community activism.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas serves more than 250,000 youths and adults through a variety of different channels. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy a full range of activities from swimming and aerobics, to karate and yoga. For children, there are Indian Guides and Princesses, youth sports, swimming and camping, as well as educational and fun after-school programs available at all branches.

G E T T I N G I N V O LV E D DFW CLUBS, ORGANIZATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS (CONTINUED) Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation 972-386-0607 www.ccfa.org Crow Collection of Asian Art, The 214-979-6430 www.crowcollection.org Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Society, Inc. 214-515-6500 www.dallasarboretum.org Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity 214-678-2300 www.dallas-habitat.org Dallas Bar Association 214-220-7400 www.dallasbar.org Dallas Citizens Council 214-653-1031 Dallas County Dental Society 972-386-5741 www.dcds.org Dallas CPA Society 972-960-8311 www.cpadallas.org Dallas Fire FireďŹ ghters Association 214-941-1354 www.dffa.org Dallas Human Resource Management Association, Inc. 214-631-8775 www.dallashr.org Dallas Junior Chamber of Commerce/ Dallas Jaycees 214-986-9107 www.djcc.us Dallas Leadership Foundation 214-777-5520 www.dlftx.org Dallas Peace Center 214-823-7793 www.dallaspeacecenter.org Dallas Theater Center 214-526-8210 www.dallastheatercenter.org Dallas Women’s Foundation 214-965-9977 www.dallaswomensfoundation.org Deaf Action Center 214-521-0407 www.deafactioncentertexas.org DFW Business Group on Health 214-382-3036 www.dfwbgh.org

Foundation for Community Empowerment 469-221-0700 www.fcedallas.org Generations Center 972-661-5996 www.generationscenter.org Girl Scouts of Tejas Council 972-349-2400 www.tejasgsc.org Global Training Concepts Foundation Grace Flights of America 972-755-0433 www.graceight.org Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse 214-522-8600 www.gdcada.org.org Greater Dallas Planning Council 214-673-4406 www.gdpc.org Head Start of Greater Dallas Inc. 972-283-6400 www.hsgd.org Hoblitzelle Foundation 214-373-0462 www.hoblitzelle.org INROADS/South Central Region, Inc. 972-684-4143 www.inroads.org JETRO/Japan External Trade Organization 713-759-9595 www.jetro.go.jp Jewish Community Center of Dallas 214-239-7109 www.jccdallas.org Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas 214-369-3313 www.jewishdallas.org Junior Achievement of Dallas, Inc. 972-690-8484 www.jadallas.org Junior League of Dallas, Inc. 214-357-8822 www.jld.net Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 214-373-9808 www.jdrf.org/dallas

March of Dimes 972-669-3463 www.marchofdimes.com/texas

Salvation Army-Irving, The 972-438-6553 www.uss.salvation.org

Mission East Dallas 972-682-8917 www.missioneastdallas.org

Society of St. Vincent de Paul 214-520-0650 www.svdpdallas.org

Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA Greater Dallas) 972-480-0011 www.mdausa.org

SPCA of Texas 214-651-9611 www.spca.org

National “Write Your Congressman,� Inc. 214-342-0299 www.nwyc.com National Black MBA Association - DFW 214-648-0452 www.dfwmbas.org National Business Association 972-458-0900 www.nationalbusiness.org National Kidney Foundation serving North Texas 214-351-2393 www.nkft.org National Multiple Sclerosis Society 214-373-1400 www.nationalmssociety.org/txh National Staff Development Council 972-421-0900 www.nsdc.org North Texas Corporate Recycling Association - NTCRA 972-721-2355 www.cpadallas.org North Texas Food Bank 214-330-1396 NTEC - North Texas Enterprise Center for Medical Technology 214-618-6823 www.ntec-inc.org Park City Club 214-373-0756 www.parkcityclub.net Parkland Foundation 214-266-2000 www.parklandfoundation.com Promise House, Inc. 214-941-8578 www.promisehouse.org Real Estate Council, The 214-692-3600 www.recouncil.com Rebuilding Together Greater Dallas 972-636-8039 www.rebuildingdallas.org

St. Louis Regional Chamber & Growth Association (RCGA) 314-231-5555 www.stlrcga.org Stemmons Corridor Business Association 214-800-8771 Texans CAN! 214-944-1985 www.texanscan.org Texas RehabACTion Network (TRAN) 214-365-2801 www.thetranweb.org Texas Teaching Fellows/ The New Teacher Project 972-968-4350 www.tntp.org Tower Club Dallas 214-220-0403 www.tower-dallas.com Tunisian Foreign Investment Promotion Agency 312-467-0461 www.investintunisia.com UCP of Metropolitan Dallas, Inc. 241-351-2500 www.ucpdallas.org United Negro College Fund 972-234-1007 www.uncf.org United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, Inc. 214-978-0000 www.unitedwaydallas.org Uplift Education 214-276-0352 www.uplifteducation Urology Research & Education Foundation 214-580-1420 www.urologyrfoundation.com Volunteer Center of North Texas 214-826-6767 www.volunteernorthtexas.org

DOWNTOWN DALLAS 214-744-1270 www.downtowndallas.org

LeTourneau University 214-932-1100 www.letu.edu

Easter Seals North Texas 817-332-7171 www.ntxeasterseals.com

Live Healthy Dallas 888-777-8881 www.livehealthydallas.org

The Roy Williams Safety Net Foundation 214-905-3816 www.croywilliamssafetynet.org

World Affairs Council of DFW 214-965-8400 www.dfwworld.org

Food Shelter Health Ministry, Inc. 888-411-3746 www.foodshelterhealthministry.org

Mail Systems Management Association 972-623-3700 www.dfwmsma.org

Salvation Army, The 214-637-8100 www.salvationarmydallas.org

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas 972-560-3827 www.ymcadallas.org

Women’s Business Council Southwest 817-299-0566 www.wbcsouthwest.org

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A History of Many Cultures Foreign Visitors and Residents We welcome citizens from all over the globe to the multicultural hub that is Dallas and its surrounding areas.

English Language Courses International Activities

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P EOP LE FR OM Schenectady to Kyrgyzstan call Dallas home. We welcome citizens from all over the globe to the multicultural hub that is Dallas and its surrounding areas. According to DFW International Community Alliance, 40 percent of North Texas residents are immigrants (foreign-born and their children).

Many nations and ethnic groups have organized churches and social and professional groups to help you connect with others from your home country or background. This chapter of our publication will attempt to ease the transition, whether you are an American citizen or a foreign national. Useful numbers are provided throughout this section to get you started. You also may want to check local telephone directories for more places of worship, business and meeting groups, etc.

Gathering together new residents from other countries and cultures is nothing new to DFW. That’s exactly how this area came into being. One of the first large groups to settle in the area was La Reunion, a “utopian” community established in 1855 by 200 immigrants from France, Belgium

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Following the Civil War, Dallas became a haven for former slaves, some of whom had been owned in the area. Others, however, had joined the westward movement and decided to settle here. As a result, large African-American communities developed in the Deep Ellum area and along a former railroad right of way that eventually became North Central Expressway. In fact, when the city began to widen Central Expressway in 1980, it uncovered what is believed to be the largest cemetery for former slaves in the United States. As many as 8,000 people may have been buried there. A major archaeological project moved the graves and preserved many of the artifacts that were buried with their owners in traditional African burial practices. This site now holds Freedman’s Memorial and Sculpture Garden, a tribute to the past and the present of Dallas’s African-American community.

Dallas’s Hispanic community has grown in a variety of ways, including a largescale migration from Mexico during the revolution in the early 20th century. Many of those people settled in the area that extends northwest from downtown to Love Field airport, an area commonly referred to as “Little Mexico.”

According to recent studies, Dallas’s

most significant new communities originate from Somalia, Bosnia, Kurdistan and Kosovo. North Texas also is home to 1 million Mexicans, 60,000 Chinese-Americans, about 50,000 Iranians and Pakistanis, 80,000 Vietnamese and nearly 100,000 people from India.

Much of Dallas’s recent international growth has come as a result of its growing prominence as an international trade and distribution center. Leading factors in that growth have been the region’s diverse economy, the central location within the North American continent, access to one of the most traveled airports in the world, DFW Airport and the World Trade Center, the largest wholesale trade complex in the world.

Foreign Visitors and Residents Individuals of foreign citizenry who wish to live and work in the United States either on a temporary or permanent basis must contact the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS). You can contact the Dallas INS Office 24 hours a day at 214-3811423 for an automated list of procedures and frequently asked questions. You also can call them toll-free at 800-375-5283 or visit their Web site at www.uscis.gov for printable forms and mailing addresses. For general questions, you also can send query letters or customer services inquiries to: USCIS TSC, P.O. Box 851488, Mesquite, TX 75185-1488. By calling the numbers above or visiting the CIS Web site, individuals can gather information (in English and Spanish) about form filing, visitor/nonimmigrant

classes, work visas, alien residency cards (green cards), naturalization requirements, passports, temporary visitors, adoption, asylum and foreign students.

English Language Courses Many organizations offer courses for individuals wishing to learn English as a second language. The Dallas Independent School District offers English classes for adults who have been granted amnesty in the United States. In addition to the colleges and universities in the area, many local churches offer instruction in reading and writing in English. Contact your local school district, library or telephone directory for locations and opportunities near you.

DFW CONSULATES Belgium .....................................817-551-3839 Belize .........................................817-641-2038 Canada ..................................... 214-922-9806 Chile ......................................... 214-599-8814 Costa Rica ............................... 972-566-7020 Czech Republic ...................... 254-826-3004 Ecuador ......................................972-712-9107 El Salvador .............214-637-0732 ext. 1402 Finland ..................................... 214-999-4672 France....................................... 214-953-0100 Germany................................... 214-748-4915 Italy .......................................... 214-368-2726 Japan ............. 972-713-8683/469-774-6321

ETHNIC CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Luxembourg ............................ 817-738-8600 Malta ........................................ 972-883-4785

African Chamber of Commerce ......................................................................................... 214-421-6155

Monaco ..................................... 214-991-2916

Arlington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce .................................................................... 817-461-8815

Norway .................................... 214-932-6830

Asian-American Chamber of Commerce, Greater Dallas .............................................972-241-8250

Paraguay ..................................972-239-3084

British-American Business Council of North Texas ....................................................... 214-229-8801

Peru ..........................................972-234-0005

Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce ............................................................................... 214-421-5200

Romania....................................214-522-3799

French-American Chamber of Commerce, DFW .............................................................972-241-0111 German-American Chamber of Commerce.....................................................................214-597-2962 Greater Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Greater Dallas ...........................................214-521-6007 Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) ....................................................................713-759-9595 Korean Chamber of Commerce.........................................................................................972-488-2224 Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of DFW ....................................................................972-618-0897 Tarrant County Asian American Chamber of Commerce..............................................817-212-2690

Spain..........................................214-373-1200 Sweden ......................................214-521-2312 Switzerland ..............................214-965-1033 Taiwan ...................................... 972-436-4242 Thailand .................................... 214-740-1413 Tunisia ....................................... 972-267-4191 Uganda................................................................

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African-American Museum ....... 214-565-9026 Junior Black Academy of Arts and Letters ........................214-743-2440 South Dallas Cultural Center ....214-939-2787 ARABIC

Islamic Association of North Texas ...............................972-231-5698 CZECH REPUBLIC

Czech Club of Dallas ................... 214-275-8577 FINLAND

Scandinavian Group at The Wooden Spoon ................. 972-424-6867 GERMANY

Dallas Goethe Center ................ 214-352-4646 HISPANIC

Anita Martinez Ballet Folklorico ...................................214-828-0181 Dallas Concilio of Hispanic Service Organizations ..............214-818-0481

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Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas ...........................214-369-3313 National Council of Jewish Women .........................214-368-4405

India Association of North Texas .............................. 972-234-4268

KOREA

La Voz Del Anciano ...................... 214-741-5700 LULAC ........................................... 214-943-2528

IRELAND

Downtown Dallas St. Patrick’s Day Parade ..........214-368-6722 ITALY

Italian Club of Dallas....................972-931-9167 JEWISH

American Jewish Congress SW Region.................................. 214-368-2731 B’nai B’rith Youth Organization ................. 214-363-4654 Dallas Jewish Historical Society ..................... 214-239-7120 Dallas Holocaust Center ............ 214-741-7500 Hadassah—Dallas Chapter ........214-691-1948 Jewish Community Center of Dallas ........................ 214-739-2737

Korean Society of Dallas ............972-241-4524 MULTICULTURAL

Arts Center of Irving....................972-252-7558 Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs ......................... 214-670-3687 International Museum of Cultures ......................................972-708-7406 NATIVE AMERICAN

American Indian Arts Council... 214-891-9640 NORWAY

Scandinavian Group at The Wooden Spoon ................. 972-424-6867 SWEDEN

Scandinavian Group at The Wooden Spoon ................. 972-424-6867

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Many multicultural festivals and events take place throughout the year.

While international visitors and residents must obtain appropriate permits and documents to live within the community, those requirements do little more than satisfy the necessary legal requirements. Real “citizenship” comes when one becomes involved in the life and activities of the community in which you live. For international residents, this can include becoming involved in associations, clubs and organizations that bring together citizens of similar cultural backgrounds.

Likewise, U.S. citizens with a strong tie to an international culture enjoy involvement in these organizations.

DFW International Community Alliance networks with more than 1,600 internationally-focused civic, community and educational organizations. The group’s goal is to promote and link North Texas ethnic and immigrant groups, empowering them as respected members of the community and giving them a forum through which to share and celebrate the richness of their cultural heritages.

At the Web site, www.dfwinternational. org, visitors can find resources such as a database, local links to artists and ethnic organizations, weekly calendar of events and relevant news items.

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I N T E R N AT I O N A L O P P O R T U N I T I E S EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS OFFERING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE COLLIN COUNTY CCCCD @ Allen 300 Rivercrest Blvd.

Allen, TX 75002 .......................................972-377-1060 CCCCD-Central Park Campus 2200 W. University Drive McKinney, TX 75070 ..............................972-548-6790 CCCCD-Courtyard Center Campus 4800 Preston Park Blvd.

Plano, TX 75093...................................... 972-985-3790 CCCCD-Preston Ridge Campus 9700 Wade Blvd.

Frisco, TX 75035 ...................................... 972-377-1790 CCCCD-Spring Creek Campus 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway Plano, TX 75074 .......................................972-881-5790 Circle of Learning Practical Parent Education 1517 Avenue H Plano, TX 75074 .......................................972-519-8720 Literacy for Life–Plano 1501 18th St. Plano, TX 75074 .......................................972-941-7323 University of North Texas (Intensive Language Institute) UNT Box 310739, Kendall Hall, Room 259 Denton, TX 76203 ................................. 940-565-2003 DALLAS COUNTY Arapaho Road Baptist Church 2256 Arapahoe Road Garland, TX 75044 ................................. 972-495-2223 Avance–Dallas 5330 Nomas St. Dallas, TX 75212 ......................................214-637-5437 Brookhaven College (c/o Continuing Education Department) 3939 Valley View Lane Farmers Branch, TX 75234................... 972-860-4600 Cedar Valley College (c/o Liberal Arts Division) 3030 N. Dallas Ave. Lancaster, TX 75134 ............................... 972-860-8210 Center of English Language 3434 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75234 ..................................... 214-696-0027 Colonia Learning Center 5880 Bernal, #584 Dallas, TX 75212 .....................................214-636-0288 Dallas Baptist Association 8001 E. R.L. Thornton Freeway Dallas, TX 75228 ..................................... 214-324-2803 Dallas Baptist University International Student Services 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211 ...................................... 214-333-5427 Dallas International School Tracy Kozah, Public Relations 6039 Churchill Way Dallas, TX 75230 ....................972-991-6379 ext. 2165 www.dallasinternationalschool.org

Dallas Public Library Dallas West Branch 2332 Singleton Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75212................................214-670-6445 Forest Green Branch 9015 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75243 ................................214-670-1335 Hampton Illinois Branch 2951 S. Hampton Dallas, TX 75224 ............................... 214-670-7646 North Oak Cliff Branch 302 W. 10th Dallas, TX 75208 ................................214-670-7555 Pleasant Grove Branch 1125 S. Buckner Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75217 ................................ 214-670-0965 Dallas - Rockwall Cooperative/ Dallas Public Schools Adult Education 5000 Malcolm X Dallas, TX 75215 ......................................972-749-2525 Eastfield College (c/o Arts & Letters Division) 3737 Motley Drive Mesquite, TX 75150 .................................972-860-7113 Eladio R. Martinez Elementary 4500 Bernal Dallas, TX 75212 ..................................... 972-749-6980 El Centro College (c/o Continuing Education Department) 801 Main St. Dallas, TX 75202 ..................................... 214-860-2147 English Language Ministry 629 N. Peak St. Dallas, TX 75246 ......................................214-821-2502 Inlingua Language Center 16990 Dallas Parkway, Suite 103 Dallas, TX 75248 .....................................972-248-4496 Irving Public Library System 440 S. Nursery, Suite 103 Irving, TX 75060 ..................................... 972-721- 3723 Language Network, The 5485 Belt Line Road Dallas, TX 75240 .....................................972-960-9980 Mountain View College (c/o Continuing Education Department) 4849 W. Illinois Dallas, TX 75211 ...................................... 214-860-8612 Northlake College (c/o the International Office) 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Irving, TX 75038...................................... 972-273-3360 One World Language Solutions 2909 Cole Ave., Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75204......................................214-871-2909

Trinity River Mission 1018 Gallagher Dallas, TX 75212 ...................................... 214-744-6774 University of Texas at Dallas 2601 N. Floyd Road Richardson, TX 75080............................. 972-883-2111 Vickery Meadow Learning Center 6329 Ridgecrest Dallas, TX 75231 ..................................... 214-265-5057 DENTON COUNTY Calton Middle School 709 Congress St. Denton, TX 76201 .................................. 940-369-2400 Parker Weather College 225 College Park Weatherford, TX 76086..........................817-594-5471 Sam Houston Elementary School 3100 Teasley Lane Denton, TX 76205 ................................. 940-369-2900 Strickland Middle School 324 E. Windsor Drive Denton, TX 76209 .................................940-369-4200 Tomas Rivera Elementary School 701 Newton St. Denton, TX 76205 .................................940-369-3800 ELLIS COUNTY Ennis High School 1405 Lake Bardwell Ennis, TX 75119......................................... 972-875-9011 TARRANT COUNTY Arlington Literacy Council 401 W. Sanford, #1700 Arlington, TX 76011 .................................. 817-275-1711 Euless Public Library 201 N. Ector Drive Euless, TX 75119 ...................................... 817-685-1480 Hurst Library Literacy Council 901 Precinct Line Road Hurst, TX 76053...................................... 817-788-7300 Tarrant County Junior College Northeast Campus 828 Harwood Road Hurst, TX 76054 ................................. 817-515-6657 Northwest Campus 4801 Marine Creek Parkway Fort Worth, TX 76179 ........................ 817-515-7758 South Campus 5301 Campus Drive Fort Worth, TX 76119 ........................817-515-4592

Richland College (c/o Continuing Education Department) 12800 Abrams Road Dallas, TX 75243 .....................................972-238-6005

Southeast Campus 100 SE Parkway Arlington, TX 76018 ..........................817-515-3020

Stevens Park Elementary 2615 W. Colorado Dallas, TX 75211 ......................................972-794-4200

Tarrant Literacy Association 3041 Travis Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76110 ............................. 817-923-4242

Texas A&M University at Commerce Metroplex Center 2600 Motley Drive Mesquite, TX 75150 ................................. 972-613-7591

University of Texas at Arlington (Continuing Education Department) 1022 W. Border, P.O. Box 19197 Arlington, TX 76019 ................................ 817-272-2581

SOURCES: SW BELL YELLOW PAGES, PROGRAM OFFICES, THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS; PREPARED BY: DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER¨ RESEARCH DEPARTMENT, 4/08

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SPRING 2010

ADVERTISERS’ INDEX APARTMENTS Marbletree Apartments/Chestnut Ridge Apartments .................................. 33 Thirty 377 ................................................... 28 Village Green Companies .........................31

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Chase’s Place ............................................131 Dallas International School .................. 139 Hockaday School, The ........................... 143 Parish Episcopal School ......................... 145

APARTMENTS/ HIGH RISE LIVING Mustang Ridge Apartment Homes ...................................................... 67 Windsor Communities .............................30

REALTOR/RELOCATION SERVICES Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage .................................................. 3 David Winans GMAC Real Estate .............................................. 35 Ebby Halliday Realtors ..... Inside Front Cover, Back Cover

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Cedar Hill Economic Development...................................17, 153 DeSoto Chamber of Commerce ...............83 COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management ......................144 UT Dallas ..................................................144 CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU Mesquite Convention and Visitors Bureau ........................................91 Sherman Department of Tourism.......... 97 CREDIT UNIONS America’s Credit Union ...........................115

SHOPPING Dallas Farmers’ Market.......................... 155 STORAGE Assured Self Storage .............................2,23 TELECOMMUNICATION–EQUIPMENT, SYTEMS & SERVICES Verizon Wireless ........................................21

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ASSISTED LIVING/ SENIOR LIVING Hearthstone Assisted Living at Garland ............................................. 159

TITLE COMPANIES Allegiance Title .......................................... 27 Republic Title .........................................2, 73 TRANSPORTATION DART ......................................................... 109 UTILITIES/CABLE COMPANIES Atmos Energy ............................................ 25 TXU Energy ..........................Inside Back Cover

GOLF COURSES Indian Creek Golf Club.............................38 HEALTHCARE/HOSPITALS Primacare Medical Centers ..................... 28 ORGANIZATIONS YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas .............. 123 PERFORMING ARTS Dallas Summer Musicals .........................49 PHYSICIANS Women’s Health Alliance.......................119 PLANNED COMMUNITIES Castle Hills Development ................. 27, 59 Craig Ranch ............................................ 1, 69 Resort on Eagle Mountain Lake, The ......................................................................63

S P R I N G

2010

DALLAS REGIONAL CHAMBER®

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