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Dan D. Rogers Elementary School

5314 Abrams Road, Dallas, TX 75214

Phone: (972) 794-8800
Fax: (972) 794-8801
yrodriguez@dallasisd.org

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School Scorecards Information 2008-2009

English

Yolanda Rodriguez
Principal

Grade levels:
PK-5th

Motto/Mission:
With the assistance of the community, parents and staff, Dan D. Rogers' mission is to guide each student toward academic performance that will develop complex-thinking skills in a learning environment which values cultural diversity, encourages the development of self-discipline, and portrays an appreciation for learning.

Uniform colors

• Top:
  White and Navy Blue
• Bottoms:
  Navy Blue, Black, Khaki

School colors: Royal blue and Gold

Mascot: Eagle

Enrollment: 536

Number of teachers: 35

Hours/Bell schedule: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Trustee district: District 4

Learning Community:
Northeast Elementary -
Lisa DeVeaux

Feeder pattern: Frankline Middle School Hillcrest High School

Other Contacts

Librarian:
(972) 794-8811

Counselor:
(972) 794-8806

Clinic:
(972) 794-8804

Programs and Activities

Special programs:
Character-Building Skills For Kids Rogers' discipline program is Dr. Schwall's Cool Kids. Cool Kids teaches children character-building social and emotional skills. Cool Kids equips parents with practical parenting tips and tools. Cool Kids provides schools and families with creative, practical, and fun opportunities to help children learn how to be responsible, respectful, and resilient. State-of-the-Art Technology Two distinct computer labs help students to learn how to use technology, remediate mastery of reading/math objectives, and enhance regular school curriculum. Additionally, teachers have access to SMARTBoard Technology. Combining the simplicity of a whiteboard with the power of a computer, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard engages students in their learning.

After-school programs:
The Wilkinson Center offers an after-school homework program to about 30 Rogers' students.

Extracurricular activities:
Choir, Eagle Arts, safety patrol, Green Team, peer tutoring, strings, cultural programs.

Parent Involvement

PTA meets the third Thursday of each month. Our counselor host Weekly Coffee Talks with Rogers' parents. In these coffee talks, parents learn about various topics including how to help their children succeed in their academics and in life. Please contact the counseling office for more information. Parents are needed to help mentor, tutor, and supervise students in classes and field experiences.

Major Awards and Honors

Dan D. Rogers recieved a $30,000 grant from the Beaumont Foundation to use in technology equipment to enrich the curriculum of the school community.

In 1925 he became affiliated with the Mercantile National Bank, where he eventually became senior vice president of oil loans. He retained his influential post until 1949 when he joined the National City Bank of Texas as chairman of the board of directors. In addition to his considerable business success, Rogers maintained an interest in a variety of activities, and he left an indelible imprint on many aspects of community life. He was an avid supporter of athletic programs, and starting in 1925 presented the Rogers Trophy each year to the most outstanding player of the TCU football team. However, one of his principal claims to fame is his sponsorship of the annual Cotton Bowl event. He became the president of the athletic association that directed it and became know as "Mr. Cotton Bowl." Another activity which was close to his heart was his work for East Dallas Christian Church, where he was an elder. Rogers led the famous Slaytor Bible Class in group singing. In fact, this was what he was doing when he suffered a heart attack and died on Oct. 16, 1952, in the church he loved so well. A complete list of his affiliations is extensive and indicative of the variety of his interests and of his leadership qualities. In 1955, the Dallas Independent School District opened the doors of Dan D. Rogers Elementary School. It is fitting this school bears his name to help perpetuate the memory of a man who lived so noble and so rich a life.