Below is a photo slideshow of some of this week’s events.

SPORTS
Dragon Football Skills Camp: June
Dragon Tennis Camp: June
Lady Dragon Volleyball Camp: June
Premier Passing Academy
Dragon Middle School Swim Camp: April-May
Dragon 7-on-7 Summer League: March-May
Dragon Wrestling Camp: June, July
Lady Dragon Basketball Camp: June, July
Dragon Golf Camp: June, July
Defensive Skills Camp: June
Lady Dragon Softball Camp: June
Dragon Boys Basketball Camp: June
Performance Course: Youth Program
Performance Course: Boys Grades 6-8, Girls Grades 6-12
Performance Course: Boys Grades 9-12
Dragon Baseball: June
Dragon Baseball (Advanced Skills): July
Dragon Football Camp: August
Premier Dragon Soccer Camps: July, August

NON-SPORTS
Camp Safari: June, July
Creative Kids: July
Dragon Science Camp: June, July
Summer Cheer Clinic: August
Summer Spelling & Reading Camp: June 
Adventures & Discoveries Camp: June
SAGT Camp Invention: June
Emerald Belles Youth Camp: June
Art Camp: July
Writing Boot Camp: June/July (incoming 9th graders)
Writing Workshop: June/July (incoming 10-11th graders)
MathCounts Summer Math Program: July, August
Math Facts: July, August
Mangham Math: July, August
Dragon Forensic Camp: Aug. 13-15 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. @ CSHS; Free (RSVP: linda.forbes@southlakecarroll.edu)

Carroll ISD Summer School Information-Schedule

CISD Board President Read Ballew as President Lincoln and Superintendent Dr. David Faltys as President Washington

Friday, Feb. 15 Carroll Elementary fathers, members of the CISD Board of Trustees and district employees brought American history to life as they dressed  as famous American Presidents. The lesson was to teach students each president did during their term. As students rotated from room to room to meet different presidents, they brought with them a sheet of paper where they could record three facts about each individual. There were multiple presidents for each grade level.

School Board Trustee John Thane (dressed as George Washington) and students from Mrs. Hammond's class

Students say they learned interesting facts about each president such as the cherry tree fable about George Washington (played by CISD Superintendent Dr. David Faltys and CISD School Board Trustee John Thane) was not true, Abraham Lincoln was a self-taught lawyer and George Bush was a captain of the cheer leader squad at his high school and at Yale. At the end of each presentation, the students had a chance to ask questions. The Presidents were very impressed with many intelligent questions from the students.

Students were proud to see their dads acting as presidents. Carson and Sloan Smith were in for a sweet surprise when they found out that under Ronald Reagan’s mask, was their own dad! CES students and staff are very grateful for the dads and the school board members, who had graciously volunteered their time and effort to make this learning experience a memorable one.

CES kindergarten teacher Mrs. Meacham and her class adopted a holiday “angel” again this year. The recipient is a 6 year old boy.  All students helped with purchasing items and wrapping them for the child.

The photo slideshow below features pictures from the Christmas is for Children drive as well as snapshots from Mrs. Meacham’s class.

Kindergarten students in Mrs. Meacham and Ms. Small’s classes shared a classroom feast just before the Thanksgiving break.

The students learned the story of the first Thanksgiving, including the arrival of the Pilgrims on the Mayflower. All of the students took part in role playing by dressing up in costume.

Boosterthon is a fitness based non-product fundraiser that emphasizes character, fitness and education. Each class formed its own team and competed against others for fun prizes. The students raised money by asking for pledges from their parents, relatives and friends. There were pledges from 45 states and 11 countries.

It was another successful fundraising event for CES. The money raised will go toward a beautiful mural for the library, upgrading technology, and enhancing classroom tools. Most importantly, the values of  teamwork, character and fitness were emphasized and practiced by all CES students.

Whooo there!

Are you ready for a hoowlling good time at the Bob Jones Nature Center & Preserve?  The annual Harvest Hike HootnHowl is Sunday, October 21st, from 3:00 – 6:00 pm.   Enjoy music, live animals, nature hikes, festival booths, storytelling, & much more.  Special guests include the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, Westland Ranch Petting Zoo,  Matt Morris’ turtles, Jiaan Powers Storytelling, Log Cabin Village, The Little Gym Southlake, J. Tiger Martial Arts, and the Southlake Fire Department.

Radio Disney will be broadcasting at the HootnHowl this year and providing music and games for the whole family – not to mention the 1st annual Coyote Howling Contest!  Free delicious fall treats including caramel apples, popcorn, and cider will be served while supplies last. Additional food and drinks will also be available for purchase.

“We want to provide this event for families to get outside, enjoy the beautiful weather, explore nature, and participate in fun activities together,” said Emily Galpin, Executive Director of the Bob Jones Nature Center Organization, “We encourage people to visit the Center for Harvest Hike HootnHowl and discover this treasure of nature provided by the City of Southlake.”

Free Parking for the Harvest Hike and shuttle service or walking paths will be available from the Equestrian Center at Bob Jones Park. Handicap parking is available on a first-come basis at the Bob Jones Nature Center & Preserve.

This event is brought to Southlake by the Bob Jones Nature Center Organization and the Southlake Public Library with special sponsorship from the Southlake Association for Gifted and Talented (SAGT), Cook Children’s Southlake, Kohls, and Camp Summer Oaks.  Contact the Bob Jones Nature Center for more details at 817.491.6333. Find this event at 355 E Bob Jones Road in Southlake.

Win Free Tickets
Southlake youths ages 10 – 18 are eligible to enter.
Take our Inheritance Quiz
Get all answers correct and you will be entered to win.
Get all details on the Library website.

 With over 33 million readers, Paolini is one of the most popular young adult authors in the world. Growing up homeschooled by his parents, Paolini graduated from high school at age fifteen. Still a little young to begin college, he began writing his first draft of Eragon, the story of a young boy and his dragon. The completion of the novel was a family affair. Paolini’s sister Angela created the art for the cover of the book, and his parents published the book themselves. Early promotions included the author dressing in a medieval costume to present his book to students who were often his age! His first book quickly grew into a four-part series called the Inheritance Cycle, which is now read by children and adults all over the world.  Often compared to fantasy classics such as Lord of the Rings and Star Wars, the Inheritance Cycle’s stories of dragons, adventure, and danger have captured the imagination of many young readers, much to the delight of parents everywhere.

Join the DMA for a journey to Paolini’s mythical land of Alagaësia as he discusses the final book in the cycle, Inheritance. The deluxe edition of Inheritance includes never-before-seen artwork by Christopher Paolini; an exclusive, full-color fold-out poster by award-winning artist John Jude Palencar; a letter from Jeod, one of Eragon’s confidantes, summarizing life after the final scene of the series; a letter from Paolini to fans reflecting on the series; and a new scene within the text.

Event Info
Dallas Museum of Art
Horchow Auditorium
October 23, 2012
Myths and Journey’s Tour 6:15 PM
Paolini Event 7:00 PM

 To purchase tickets or get more information on the event call the DMA at 214-922-1818.  For more information on the Southlake Library contest, visit the Library’s Kids Page or call (817) 748-8243.