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Owl News - Week #23

February 12th, 2026

TKS Calendar | TKS Parent Page | Curriculum Overview

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A big shout-out to Hattie Schweggmann (5th Grade) for representing TKS at the Dallas Private School Spelling Bee last night!

We are so proud of the courage, preparation, and hard work she put into competing. Way to step up, take on a challenge, and represent our school community so well, Hattie!

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Penny Points Update!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to Penny Points. Through your donations, TKS raised just over $1,700!

All money raised was donated to the Nicholas Ritschel Foundation, supporting families of children and young adults facing serious illness—a cause especially meaningful to our school community.

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As part of our Black History Month celebration, we are proud to host a special Speaker Series highlighting Black Excellence, leadership, and impact across our community. Each Wednesday during Morning Meeting, students will hear from inspiring guest speakers who will share their experiences, achievements, and stories of success.

Through these conversations, we aim to celebrate the contributions of Black leaders past and present while encouraging our students to dream boldly, lead with purpose, and recognize the many ways they can make a difference in the world.

Thank you to Mrs. Marshall (1st-grade teacher) for organizing this meaningful experience for TKS!

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Thank you to all who played with us last Friday Night

at our 1st Annual Family Game Night!

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It's almost Auction Season!

Join us for our annual TKS Auction Shopping Event on Thursday, February 26, proudly hosted by DLM Supply in support of The Kessler School.

Shop fresh spring styles, connect with friends, and enjoy a fun evening out—all while supporting our school community. It’s the perfect way to give back while treating yourself. We can’t wait to see you there!

SAVE THE DATE for the 2026 TKS Auction!

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Parent Volunteers Needed!

Auction Committee Volunteers - Email maggie.leuck@gmail.com

Second Semester Lunch Servers - We have several days available!

Crossing Guards

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Upcoming Events

February 13th - School-Wide Move-Up Day / Valentine's Day Parties

February 16th - President's Day - No School

NEW - February 19th - Preview Night for Parents & Guardians (5:30-6:15PM)

March 6th - No Aftercare

March 9th-20th - Spring Break - No School

April 3rd - Student-Led Conferences

April 11th - TKS Spring Auction

April 14th-16th - 5th Grade Spring Trip to Austin, TX

April 17th - Staff Development Day - No School

April 28th- May 1st - 6th & 7th Grade Spring Trip to Atlanta, GA

**Grade-Level Showcase Schedule is coming soon!

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Our next BOOK CLUB meeting will cover Section 2!

Stay tuned for dates!

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Click here to print the February Menu! 

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Speech Therapy Services at TKS

Introducing our newest partnership in student support services, Little Voices! Cady Miller and her team provide high-quality speech therapy services to help young students strengthen expressive and receptive language and communication skills for school and life success. Reach out to Cady Miller for evaluations, consultations, or to schedule speech services on campus.

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Counseling Services at TKS

Together, The Center and TKS can help our kids thrive and embrace a healthy and happy life. Monthly in-class counseling sessions will begin the week of September 8th, following a four-week rotation.

To schedule an individual appointment with Avery or any of The Center’s therapists at locations across North and
For Central Texas, please call 214.526.4525 or visit www.thecentercounseling.org.

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 Register for Before and After Care HERE!

UPDATE: We have installed a new RING Doorbell on the courtyard gate.

When arriving for Early Morning Care, please ring the bell to alert the teacher of your arrival.

Thank you!

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*Morning Drop-Off Procedures*

- Drop-off time: 7:45-8:00 AM
- Late arrivals (after 8:00): Sign in at the front office
- Parents walking children in must exit by 8:05 AM
- Arrival after 8:05 AM: Staff will escort students to class

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REMINDERS!

• Jackets & Sweaters: A reminder that students are only permitted to wear TKS logo sweatshirts and sweaters indoors over their uniforms. Additional outerwear is reserved for outside play and PE only. Feel free to visit the front desk at drop off for information about used uniforms, or email kswift@thekesslerschool.com. PLEASE REMEMBER TO LABEL ALL CLOTHING.

• Walking or Biking: If your child is permitted to walk or bike to and from school unaccompanied by an adult, please make sure to submit this permission form to their classroom teacher before they begin. Students walking to school may enter at the front of the building or the east entrance. Students biking to school must wear a helmet and enter the parking lot, and walk their bikes through the carpool lane. This permission form can always be found in the Parent section of the TKS website. If you have any further questions, please contact Katie Swift, Assistant Head of School.

• Emergency Pick-Up: Anytime your child is going home with someone not listed in your emergency contacts in RenWeb, please fill out the Emergency Pick-Up Authorization Form and submit it to the classroom teacher and Linda Alegria, Office Manager, by 2 PM the day of pick-up. This form is for a one-time pick-up only. You may also go into your Family Portal in RenWeb to add any individual’s permission to pick up your child at all times.

 

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 Personalized TKS merchandise is available to purchase at the Sideline Store, our online shop!

Students can wear TKS spirit items to school, both indoors and outdoors, and on Fridays!

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