For the second year in a row, CFBISD wishes to show their gratitude to the first responders who serve our community. First responders can drop by any CFB school cafeteria and identify themselves as such to be treated to lunch on us. CFB thanks is grateful to first responders for keeping our communities safe and encourage them to visit any time and as often as possible during the 2019-2020 school year!
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Meet the Principal of Field Middle School
The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District is proud to announce the appointment of Chad Hunter as the new principal of Field Middle School for the 2019-2020 school year. Hunter has been in education for 13 years. He has worked as an instructor of English at both Newman Smith High School & Ranchview High School. He has also worked as an administrator at Creekview as a 9th Grade Assistant Principal, and Associate Principal at Ranchview High School.
“As leader I plan to communicate effectively, lean on a strong team for collaboration, and most importantly always put students best interest above all else!”
The motto at Vivian Field is Vikings “Row the Boat!” Each day they put their oars in the water and row toward student growth and success. They never look back and trust if they keep rowing together they will reach their destination. Every minute of each day with Field scholars is about “Keep Rowing!”
Meet the Principal of Blalack Middle School
The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Keith Davis as the new principal of Blalack Middle School for the 2019-2020 school year. Davis comes from Ranchview High School where he was an assistant principal. He has also served as a principal in Illinois before coming to Texas.
Davis started his career at Bloomington High School as a history teacher and football coach. He also served as Principal of Heather Hill Elementary School in Flossmoor IL, Assistant Principal at Confluence Academy in St. Louis MO, Dean of Students, History Teacher/Department Chair, and Head Football Coach at Urban Prep Academy for Young Men in Chicago IL. In 2018, Davis became the Assistant Principal at Ranchview High School where he served until his new appointment.
Davis holds a bachelor’s degree from Eureka College, master’s Degree from DePaul University, and my doctoral Degree from Saint Louis University.
He is passionate about assisting students in academic and socio-emotional growth and looks forward to working with the great students, families, staff, and community of Blalack Middle School to ensure the success of students and helping them achieve their maximum potential.
Meet the Principal of Blanton Elementary
The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Tricia Badillo as the new principal of Blanton Elementary School for the 2019-2020 school year. Davis comes from Coppell ISD.
Badillo has been in education for the past 25 years. After graduating with her Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies and Early Childhood Education from Abilene Christian University, Badillo taught in Abilene, Texas for eight years followed by two years with CFBISD at Riverchase Elementary and nine years with Coppell ISD at Mockingbird Elementary.
Badillo earned her Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of Texas at Arlington and served as an Assistant Principal with Coppell ISD at Denton Creek Elementary for four years and Lakeside Elementary for two years. She completed her Doctorate in Education with Abilene Christian University with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership and Growth Mindset.
“As a teacher, I reminded my students every day that even when something is difficult, they can be successful if they get help and give effort, and no matter what, they knew they were loved.”
Badillo understands the important role parents and a family play in the lives of our students, and welcomes the opportunity to work together.
Polk MS Gets Brighter Look for Fall 2019
On July 10, over 75 volunteers from Capital One Bank came to Polk Middle School to give the campus a brighter look. The volunteers, in tandem with CFBISD maintenance crew, and some CFBISD bus drivers, upgraded the paint at Polk to a bright white. The updated color helps to brighten the hallways and adds a cheerful look to an already cheerful campus.
CFB Welcomes New Teachers at Best Year Ever Event
Every year at CFB is the Best Year Ever!
On Aug. 1, the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District welcomed their new educators at the annual new teacher coffee and celebration event dubbed, “Best Year Ever.” Teachers had the opportunity to meet other new teachers from across the district and speak with district administrators.
Teachers enjoyed complimentary breakfast items while they embarked on a scavenger hunt, visiting local businesses, and learning more about our community.
The event was presented by the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce, Brookhaven College, and RBFCU. The A/V Sponsor was Southwest Airlines. Many local businesses had booths to offer swag and support to the new teachers. Speaking at the event was CFBISD Superintendent, Dr. John E. Chapman, III.
Dignitaries Attending Event
Also welcoming the new teachers were these leaders from the cities served by CFBISD:
- Kevin Falconer, Carrollton Mayor
- Young Sung, Carrollton Mayor Pro Tem
- Frances Cruz, Carrollton City Council Member
- Steve Babick, Carrollton City Council Member
- Mike Hennefer, Carrollton City Council Member
- Pat Cochran, Carrollton City Council Member
- Glen Blanscet, Carrollton City Council Member
- Robert Dye, Farmers Branch Mayor
- Karen Hunt, Coppell Mayor
- Joe Chow, Town of Addison Mayor
- Lori Ward, Town of Addison Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
- Ivan Hughes, Town of Addison City Council Member
Selfie stations allowed colleagues to memorialize the occasion and share their thoughts about the event on social media.
View more photos from this event in our Flickr Gallery.
Meet the Principal of Newman Smith High School
Dr. Stephanie Martin Jimenez has been named the next principal at Newman Smith High School. Stephanie began her career in education at Newman Smith High School twenty-some years ago and was a colleague to many at Smith in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. She has been an Assistant and Associate Principal at R.L. Turner and for the last several years she’s been the Principal at Vivian Field Middle School. Last December, she graduated from SMU with her Ed.D. in Education Policy and Leadership. Dr. Jimenez wants all Trojans to know the school will be in the hands of someone who loves the school and understands its legacy of Honor, Integrity, Truth, Loyalty, and Achievement.
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First Day of School is August 19 – Get Ready!
Not only is the first day of school just a few weeks away, so are some awesome events to get you ready. Every campus in CFBISD has opportunities to register in person by appointment for those who are not able to attend scheduled registration dates. Check our list of Back to School Events & Important Dates for events specific to your child’s campus. We want your students’ first day of school to be awesome – and that awesomeness starts with being prepared.
Online Enrollment
Online enrollment is open NOW at www.enrollcfb.com. Students will also need to register with their campus with their required documents.
Elementary Registration
All elementary students can register in person on Aug. 6, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM at the student’s campus. Parents will need to bring the following documents to registration:
- Immunization Records
- Birth certificate
- School records
- Utility bill
- Copy of lease/mortgage
- Parent/guardian ID
School Hours
All School Start And End Times
Half Day Pre-K Morning Class — 7:40 AM – 10:40 AM
Half-Day Pre-K Afternoon Class — 11:55 AM – 2:55 PM
Elementary (including Full-Day Pre-K) — 7:40 AM to 2:55 PM
Middle School — 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM
High School — 8:20 AM to 3:35 PM
School Supplies
High School students will get supply lists specific to their classes from their teachers. Parents of Elementary and Middle School students can visit our School Supplies page for supply lists by grade.
Finding the Right Campus
New to CFBISD? Check out our online school attendance map to make sure you will be going to the right campus on the first day of school. Be sure to check our list of upcoming back to school events so you can already know the way to your child’s school and have a chance to meet their teachers.
Wear the Right Stuff – Dress Code & Standardized Dress
CFBISD has a district-wide Dress Code that is part of the Student Code of Conduct. Additionally, some campuses have mandatory standardized dress (some refer to this as “school uniforms”).
Transportation
Per school board policy, bus transportation is available for students that live more than 2 miles from their campus. The Transportation department plans out routes in cooperation with local municipalities to avoid construction zones. Bus routes begin to become available in early August. Routes can change frequently during the first few weeks of school as they are adjusted to meet rider needs that change each year. Check our transportation page for updates to bus routes for your student’s campus as they become available.
Immunization Clinic
The DFW Care Van Community Outreach Program will be providing FREE immunizations for children 2 months – 18 years of age that do not have insurance coverate on the following dates:
- Aug. 13, 5 – 7 PM, at Field Middle School
- Aug. 14, 4 – 7 PM, at Educational Services Center at 1820 Pearl Street
- Aug. 14, 5:30 – 7 PM at Blalack Middle School
- Aug. 17, 9:30 – 11:30 AM at Bush Middle School
For families with insurance coverage, the following plans will be accepted (please bring a copy of insurance card and driver license):
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- United Health Care
- Cigna
- Humana & Aetna PPO Plans
- Medicaid
The state of Texas requires all students to have specific immunizations before they can begin school.
Meet the Teacher Nights, Parent Nights, Special Nights for Students, & Schedule Pick-ups
Campuses host events leading up to the first day of school. Be sure to check our Back to School Events & Important Dates calendar NOW for upcoming events for your child’s campus.
Community Pep-Rally and Carnival
Our second annual Community Pep-Rally will be held on Aug. 15, 7:30 – 8:30 PM. This year, we’ve added a carnival, which will be held 6 – 7:30 PM. Attendance is FREE. There will be games, prizes, food, drink and cool SWAG. This is a great way to get excited about the start of the school year. See great performances by our high school bands and more. Last year’s event was a packed house and this year will be even better.
First Day Photos!
We want to see those smiling faces of your Pre-K through 12th grade students as you document another memory of your child’s journey through school! Just a little Googling and you can get some great ideas for those photos. We’d love for you to share your children’s best First Day photos with us on our Facebook page, on Instagram (@cfbisd), or Twitter (@cfbisd) with the hashtag #cfbfirstday. Power tip: holding your phone sideways (horizontally) usually results in much better photos than shooting vertically and (hint-hint), are more likely to make it to CFB stardom on our homepage (wink-wink!). 🙂
Community Partners Enrich Summer Learning
Community Partners Build Tomorrow’s Leaders
The lives of CFB students are enriched by the involvement of community partners. Individuals, organizations, and businesses in the CFB community give their time and resources to provide mentorship and learning to students. The Webb Chapel Church of Christ is one of the districts valuable community partners. They are currently holding a free Summer Learning Camp that includes many opportunities for growth and learning for children in grades K-2. Students learn songs and new stories, as well as sessions where they have one-on-one reading tutoring. They have fun with science learning and character building.
Sowing learning and inspiration into the future generations
Programs like these greatly enrich learning for students year round. Would you or your organization be like to partner with CFB to enrich the lives of future doctors, plumbers, astronauts, gymnasts, musicians, and business owners? Individuals interested in volunteering at the district may apply online. If your organization would like to partner with CFB, please contact Community Relations Coordinator, Pam Peña at 972-968-6187.
View more photos from the Summer Learning Camp in our Flickr gallery.
