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The Museum School of East Dallas is committed to ensuring families have easy access to important student, family, and public information. Below you will find resources, policies, procedures, and support information available to all students and families. If you have questions or need assistance locating information, please contact the school office at info@tmseastdallas.org or 214-390-5419.

Student Support Services

Food Service Guidelines

The Museum School of East Dallas participates in student meal programming to support student wellness and access to nutritious meals throughout the school day. Additional information regarding meal service, food allergies, dietary accommodations, wellness practices, and meal procedures will be shared directly with families annually and updated as needed. Families needing meal modifications or accommodations due to medical needs should contact the school office.

Special Education Resources & Procedures

The Museum School of East Dallas is committed to identifying, locating, and serving all students with disabilities in accordance with federal and state law.

Services and supports may include:

Evaluation and assessment services
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Dyslexia support services
Accommodations and modifications
Related services as determined through the ARD process

Child Find Notice

TMS actively seeks to identify students who may qualify for special education services. Parents who suspect their child may have a disability or require additional support may request an evaluation at any time.

Referral & Evaluation Process

Parents, teachers, or staff may initiate a referral for evaluation. Once written consent is obtained, evaluations will be conducted within timelines established by law.

Parent Rights & Procedural Safeguards

Parents are provided procedural safeguards and participation rights throughout the special education process.

Additional TEA Resources:

https://tea.texas.gov/academics/special-student-populations/special-education

For questions regarding special education services, please contact our Special Education Coordinator:

Carrie Holliday Sneed

carrie.sneed@tmseastdallas.org

Disability Resources & Section 504 Information

The Museum School of East Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of disability and provides reasonable accommodations and supports for eligible students. Section 504 services may be available for students who qualify under federal law. Parents seeking accommodations or support services should contact the school. For questions regarding disability accommodations or Section 504 services, please contact:

Carrie Holliday Sneed

carrie.sneed@tmseastdallas.org

Mental Health Resources & Student Safety

TMS believes student wellness and emotional safety are essential to learning.

Student supports may include:

Counseling and student support services
Behavioral and emotional support systems
Restorative conversations and reflection practices
Family partnership and referrals when needed

Crisis Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 anytime for confidential support.

Bullying & Safety Reporting

Students and families may report bullying, harassment, safety concerns, or threats directly to school administration. Retaliation against individuals reporting concerns in good faith is strictly prohibited. Please contact school administration immediately with any concerns by calling the school or emailing with the title of the e-mail: "Bullying Concern"

214-390-5419

info@tmseastdallas.org

Transportation Information

The Museum School of East Dallas does not currently provide daily transportation services.

Families are responsible for student transportation to and from school unless otherwise communicated by the school. If transportation options become available in the future, updated information will be posted here.

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Information

The Museum School of East Dallas currently serves students in grades K–8 and does not currently offer formal Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways. Students engage in career-connected learning experiences through:

STEM programming
Arts integration
Museum-based learning expeditions
Community partnerships
Entrepreneurship and problem-solving opportunities
Public exhibitions of learning

If future CTE pathways are added, additional information will be posted here.

Accelerated Instruction & Assessment Information

TMS administers state-required assessments and benchmark assessments in accordance with Texas Education Agency requirements.

Information will be shared annually with families and posted as applicable including:

State testing windows
Accelerated instruction opportunities
Retesting opportunities
Assessment calendars

Emergent Bilingual (EB) Program Information

The Museum School of East Dallas provides language support services for students identified as Emergent Bilingual learners.

Services may include:

English language development support
Instructional accommodations
Language proficiency assessments
Family communication and support

Identification Process

Families complete a Home Language Survey during enrollment. Eligible students may receive additional language proficiency assessments.

LPAC Process

The Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) reviews student progress and language support services annually.

Parent Rights

Families are notified regarding placement, services, progress, and program decisions.