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Felix G. Botello Elementary School

225 S. Marsalis Dallas, Texas 75203

Phone: (972) 502-4600
Fax: (972) 502-4601
ajourdanfont@dallasisd.org

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School Scorecards Information 2008-2009

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Clarissa Plair
Principal

Grade levels:
PK-5

Motto/Mission:

Mission: We exist to ensure a safe environment that engages our learning community in rigorous academic thinking. To guarantee success, we will constantly evaluate and adjust. Motto: We are relentless in the pursuit of excellence.

Uniform colors

• Top:
  Red
• Bottoms:
  Khaki

School colors: Red and gold

Mascot: Aztecs

Enrollment: 500

Number of teachers: 35

Hours/Bell schedule: Breakfast: 7:00 Arrival Time (if not eating breakfast): 7:45 School Hours: 8:00-3:00 Instruction begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.

Trustee district: District 7

Learning Community:
Southwest Elementary -
Gilberto Gonzalez

Other Contacts

Librarian:
Cristina Garcia (972) 502-4612

Counselor:
Rachael Stanphill (972)502-4608

Clinic:
Joanne Reed (972) 502-4607

Programs and Activities

Special programs:
Two-way dual language, Student Council, Principal's Leadership Club, LuLac Young Readers, Boy/Girl Scouts, Earning by Learning, and so much more...

After-school programs:
Brain Games, Ballroom Dancing, Bell Choir, Fit for Life, Math Club, Mural Art, Pep Club, Reading Club, Science Club, Spelling Club, Wilkinson Center After School Programs, Partnership with Eloise Lundy Recreation Center

Extracurricular activities:
Basketball, Volleyball, Special Olympics, and Soccer

Parent Involvement

Board of Friends/Site-Based Decision Making PTA Love and Logic Parenting ESL and computer Classes Chat 'n Chew with the Principal

Major Awards and Honors

We opened Fall, 2006. We have been a Texas Education Agency Recognized School for 3 consecutive years.

Felix G. Botello, a Millet, Texas native born in 1925, studied at Crozier Tech until 1942 when he volunteered for military service. As part of the infamous "Doughboys" (a group who removed landmines), Botello, often under heavy enemy fire, performed various acts of bravery and heroism . During one such battle, Botello exploded a landmine which caused him to lose sight completely in one eye and partially in the other while he saved the lives of fellow soldiers.

With a serious commitment to education, Botello returned to Texas where he finished high school and attended law school.

Botello's character, courage and commitment inspired his sister, Adelfa Callejo, his son, Felix C. and his daughter, Elizabeth to study law and to give back to the community.

Eventhough, Mr. Botello died in 1990 at the age of 65, his commitment to education and humanity continues to influence young people.