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“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 

 

Texans Can Academy - Garland students were proud to echo the sentiments of one of the most pivotal advocates for African American rights at the 31st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade. Students and staff gathered to walk in the parade while providing information about the dropout recovery and prevention high school. 

 

Hosted by the NAACP-Garland, the annual parade and celebration was held on Saturday, January 18 at 10 a.m. Parade participants included Garland businesses and nonprofits. A special MLK Commemorative Program following the parade honored the lifetime achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 

 

“We are very proud of the students that participated in this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Parade,” said Texans Can Academy - Garland Principal Daniel Johnson. “Opportunities like the parade offer our students a chance to make a difference in not only their own lives, but in the lives of those around them. Our staff is eager to continue teaching them skills they can use both in and out of the classroom as well as providing value-added resources.”

 

Texans Can Academies serves students who have struggled in a traditional high school environment and offers students the chance to achieve a high school diploma instead of a GED. The nonprofit strives to be a value-added organization, providing services for students both in and out of the classroom such as volunteering opportunities, college and career opportunities, eye exams and glasses, transportation, immunizations and more. 


For more information about Texans Can Academies, please visit www.texanscan.org.

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National School Breakfast Week is March 2-6 and is a time to highlight the importance of school breakfast. Something that Texans Can Academies supports all school year to give students a healthy start to their day. 

According to the School Nutrition Association, balanced nutrition throughout the day contributes to student success in and out of the classroom. Research demonstrates that school breakfast consumption:

  • Boosts students' academic performance, grades and test scores

  • Increases concentration, alertness, comprehension and memory

  • Improves classroom behavior

  • Reduces absenteeism and tardiness

Texans Can Academies’ goal is to support their students in any way they can to ensure they receive a quality education and earn their high school diploma. They don’t want their students to have to worry about finances getting in the way of achieving this goal. Therefore to address the wellbeing of students, Texans Can Academies provides free breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students at their 14 campuses in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. 

“Healthy breakfast options, such as whole grain muffins, whole grain rich cereals, and fresh fruit, are provided to students to help kick off their day in a positive way,”said Salihah Majors, Texans Can Academies’ Student Nutrition Services Coordinator. 

Texans Can Academies serve students who have struggled in a traditional high school setting by offering students, aged 14 to 21, a second chance at earning their high school diploma instead of taking a General Education Development (GED). Texans Can Academies are a unique network of 14 schools located in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. The schools are tuition-free, open enrollment, public high schools of choice. For more information, please visit www.texanscan.org. 

 

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With the help of the Essilor Vision Foundation, 53 Texans Can Academy - Carrollton/Farmers Branch students received free eye exams and glasses in one day.

Texans Can Academy - Carrollton/Farmers Branch and the Essilor Vision Foundation recently partnered
to provide students with free eye exams and glasses. Through the Kids Vision For Life program, 53
students received free exams and glasses in one day.
According to the Education Week Research Center analysis of National Survey of Children’s Health Data,
2018, nearly 1 in 3 children have not had their vision tested in at least two years. Reading, writing, smart
board work and using computers are among the visual tasks high school students perform daily. A
student’s eyes are constantly in use in the classroom to capture the information needed to learn and
follow directions. When one’s vision is not functioning properly, education and participation in sports can
suffer. Texans Can Academy ensures students in need of vision exams and prescription glasses are able
to receive the care they need to improve their academic performance.
Kids Vision For Life has worked with Texans Can Academies for low-cost vision services since 2015.
They provide direct vision services to students through mobile clinics and are able to make prescription
glasses the same day as the on-site exam. Texans Can Academy absorbs the $50 fee per student for
eyeglasses, frames and lenses, freeing students and their families of any financial responsibility.
Since the partnership began, the Essilor Vision Foundation has contributed vision services to eight out of
the 14 total Texans Can Academy campuses. Over 4,500 Texans Can Academies’ students have
received free exams and glasses through the program.
Texans Can Academies welcome the Kids Vision For Life program to campuses as needed during each
school year. Texans Can Academies are a unique network of 14 charter schools located in Austin, Dallas,
Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. The schools are tuition-free, open enrollment, public high schools
of choice serving students who have struggled in a traditional high school setting. To date, more than
162,139 youth have been given a second chance at life with the opportunity to pursue their dreams.

For more information about Essilor Vision Foundation or Kids Vision For Life, please visit
www.evfusa.org. For more information about Texans Can Academies, please visit www.texanscan.org.

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Texans Can Academies students receiving their Microsoft Specialist Certification after passing the exams. Pictured from left: Student Advisor Mr. Louis Salazar, student Abigail Morales, student Noe Saldaña and Career and Technology Educator Ms. Carmen Ramirez.

It may still be the first school year in session for Texans Can Academy - Dallas North, but its students are striving for more than just their high school diplomas. To date, fourteen students have taken and passed the Microsoft Specialist Certification exams. The students will be recognized as Microsoft Office professionals with the certification, which will showcase their skills and abilities in future career opportunities.  Texans Can Academy - Dallas North’s goal is to have each member of their June graduating class leave campus with a high school diploma and a Microsoft Certification.

The Microsoft Certified Professional program enables IT professionals to validate their technical expertise through rigorous, industry-proven and industry-recognized exams. Microsoft Certified Professional exams cover a wide range of Microsoft products, technologies and solutions.

“We are incredibly proud of our students that have taken the exams to gain their Microsoft Office Specialist certification,” said Texans Can Academy - Dallas North Principal Rufus Johnson. “Our students are the perfect candidates for the certification due to their determination beyond the classroom. We are committed to providing our students the opportunities and tools needed for a successful college or career path after they graduate and leave us.”

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North is the organization’s newest dropout prevention and recovery campus offering services and resources to at-risk students beyond the classroom. The school focuses on helping interested students achieve Microsoft Certifications as well as providing opportunities like dual-credit courses for students that want to continue with college, 24/7 counseling, Care Vans that provide immunizations and flu shots, complimentary eye exams and eyeglasses, college and career resources and transportation and more.

Texans Can Academies offers students, aged 14 to 21, a second chance at earning their high school diploma instead of a General Education Development (GED). Texans Can Academies are a unique network of 14 charter schools located in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. The schools are tuition-free, open enrollment, public high schools of choice serving students who have struggled in a traditional high school setting.

For more information, please visit www.texanscan.org.

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Visit the Paw-lentine's Pop Up at Fairmont Dallas this Thursday, February 13th and Friday, February 14th.

Valentine’s Day shouldn’t be limited to humans and that’s why the Fairmont Dallas wants you to treat your good boy or girl to only the best.

The luxury hotel is hosting a Paw-lentine’s Pop Up for your favorite four-legged friends, with dog treats handcrafted by the Fairmont Dallas pastry team. Offerings for your paw-lentine include Doggie Truffles and Doggie Cookies ranging from $6 to $8.50.

Don’t worry, Fairmont Dallas’ pastry team is including the humans in this fun pop up too. The hotel will also offer delicious options like chocolate strawberries on a stick, a mini cupcake trio, chocolate covered strawberries, macarons in a variety of flavors and truffles in a variety of flavors ranging from $4 to $15. The hotel will also be selling fresh flowers and single glitter roses for $5 each.

Whether shopping for your pooch or your human valentine, don’t miss out! The Paw-lentine’s and Valentine’s Day pop ups will be in the Fairmont Dallas lobby on February 13th from 7-9 a.m. and 12-2 p.m., and on February 14th from 7-9 a.m. and 12-5:30 p.m.

Lovebirds can also make a reservation for dinner at Pyramid Restaurant & Bar. From 6 to 10 p.m. on February 14th, the hotel’s fine dining restaurant will offer a special Valentine's Day menu with options including spinach and ricotta ravioli, beef wellington, poached lobster tail and whipped red velvet cheesecake at $130 per couple. Choose from one of the restaurant’s vast selection of over 230 wines to wine and dine your date.

Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant at 214-720-5249.

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Wedding planning should be a joyful time but often leads to stress and anxiety when managing all of the details, especially deciding on the venue. Westin DFW Airport Hotel is the perfect venue to ease that stress with their experienced planners and complimentary amenities for the wedding party.

With their numerous event venues, the hotel is able to accommodate an event from 20 to 800 people in their two ballrooms with flexible space. A large pre-function area is outside the ballrooms where guests may enjoy hors d'oeuvres or cocktails. 

There are many amenities provided to the wedding party after booking a wedding with Westin DFW Airport Hotel including: 

  • Complimentary honeymoon suite for the happy couple

  • Discounted guest room rates for the wedding  guests

  • Chef’s table menu and wine tasting for confirmed wedding reception

  • Complimentary dressing suites

  • Custom wedding website where guests may book rooms and RSVPs may be tracked

  • Referral services for the best in photography, entertainment and floral design

The Westin DFW Airport Hotel is here to make every couple’s wedding dreams come true!

 

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Still looking to plan a special Valentine's Day? How about a luxurious staycation complete with a delicious dinner and drinks?

Sheraton Dallas Hotel provides couples with a destination for a Valentine’s Day staycation in downtown Dallas and to enjoy dinner at the hotel’s signature restaurant and bar, Open Palette. The restaurant features fresh, flavorful American classics inspired by the hotel’s Dallas roots.

Open Palette is featuring Valentine’s Day specials on their menu from 5:00-10:00 p.m. on the evening of February 14th. 

 

Entrée:

Seared Scallops

Parsnip Purée, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Pork Belly (smoked tableside)

Desserts:

Pistachio Pie

Rose Mousse, Strawberry Sorbet

Manjari Chocolate Cremeux

Cocoa Nib Tuile, Salted Caramel

Featured Cocktail:

“Put a Ring On It”

Codigo Rosa Tequila, Rose Water Bitters, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Egg White and Sparkling Rosé

 

After dinner, stop by The Parlor for a hand-made cocktail in the upscale lounge bar for a relaxed atmosphere. Look for “Chap”, the bar’s mascot named after the former Chaparrel Club that was on the 38th floor of the hotel when it was the Southland Center building.  

The hotel is conveniently located in the city’s downtown district, near Dallas Arts District, American Airlines Center, Fair Park and the diverse Deep Ellum neighborhood. Guests can catch Tchaikovsky’s Romeo & Juliet performance at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, explore Dallas Museum of Art, or hop on the DART outside of the hotel’s doors at the Pearl/Arts Station and go to Deep Ellum to experience its nightlife and hear live music. The hotel’s convenient location and easy access across the street to DART’s Pearl/Arts District allow for endless options of activities nearby. Pacific Plaza park is a short walk from the hotel and offers a green place in the middle of downtown to sit and relax with a picnic or take the kids to swing or enjoy seesaws for children.

 

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Menu - Valentine's Day at Grill 19 - Coyote Ridge

Calling all Carrollton lovebirds! 

Coyote Ridge Golf Club’s onsite restaurant, Grill 19, is offering a special menu on Valentine’s Day perfect for treating your special someone. 

The four-course meal will include starters like hatch chili crab cake and lobster chopped salad, an appetizing roasted corn chowder soup with chipotle drizzle and queso fresco, entrees and sides including a beef filet oscar with truffle whipped potatoes and a goat cheese stuffed chicken with charred lemon broccolini, and a delicious dessert sampler prepared by the grill’s head chef. 

Valentine’s Day dining at Grill 19 is from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on February 14, 2020. Cost is $99 for couples, $48 for individuals and wine pairings start at $15 per person. Reservations can be made by calling 972.395.0786 ext. 111.

Wine and dine your date at the open-to-the-public Grill 19, providing the ultimate in creative casual cuisine and unrivaled guest services. The award-winning Coyote Ridge Golf Club offers a country club feel without the exclusivity and fees, including 18 holes of picturesque golf, a 26,000-square-foot luxury clubhouse, restaurant and bar, state-of-the-art pro shop, two private dining and meeting rooms and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 300 guests no matter the event.

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Texans Can Academy - Dallas Grant East Girls Baske

Texans Can Academy - Dallas Grant East’s girls junior varsity basketball team will take on their division’s quarterfinal game Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at Duncanville Fieldhouse, 1700 S. Main St., in Duncanville. The team enters the game with an undefeated record in the Texas Charter School Academic & Athletic League for girls junior varsity basketball. They have won three pre-season games and eight regular season games, giving them an 11-0 record. 

The team is coached by Texans Can Academy - Dallas Grant East teachers, Marci Randle and Jamie Betts.

The top two teams from each division will compete in a single-elimination format tournament to determine the North Texas Regional Champion. If the team wins the quarterfinal game on Thursday, they will play for the semifinal game on February 1st at 11:30 a.m. at Fellowship Collegiate Academy, 1821 W. Camp Wisdom Rd., in Dallas. The championship game then follows at 4:45 p.m on February 1st at Fellowship Collegiate Academy.

Texans Can Academies are a unique network of 14 dropout recovery schools located in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. The schools are tuition-free, open enrollment, public high schools of choice serving students who have struggled in a traditional high school setting. Texans Can Academies offers students, aged 14 to 21, a second chance at earning their high school diploma instead of a General Education Development (GED). For more information, please visit www.texanscan.org. 

 

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Coyote Ridge Golf Club Award-winning Coyote Ridge Golf Club offers a golf paradise, luxury clubhouse for relaxation, restaurant and bar, meeting and event spaces, and state-of-the-art pro shop, all with no membership fees.

Looking for a golfing fix without the high price tag? 

Avid Golfer Magazine recently named Coyote Ridge Golf Club as one of the top luxury golf courses in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. In its “The Best of Public Golf 2019” issue, Avid Golfer awarded the Carrollton golf course with not one, but three top accolades: one of the best golf courses in the “Top Luxury Courses” category, third place in the “2019 Dallas/Fort Worth Rankings East” and the “Best Pro Shop, Hands Down” award. Avid Golfer is one of the premier sources for up-to-date golf and lifestyle news, course reviews and golf course deals across the area. 

The public course offers a country club feel without the exclusivity and fees, including 18 holes of picturesque golf, a 26,000-square-foot luxury clubhouse, restaurant and bar, state-of-the-art pro shop, two private dining and meeting rooms and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 300 guests no matter the event. All dining and meeting rooms are available to the public, there are no membership fees. 

Featuring a brand new fleet of E-Z-Go golf carts, Coyote Ridge Golf Club is focused on its players and their needs as well as anyone that wants to tee off at the luxury course. Luxury amenities include the clubhouse and its locker rooms for men and women as well as a full bar with plenty of TVs to catch the big game after a few hour on the course. Keep an eye out for future postings about watch parties, food and drink specials, and more! The back patio with full service dining is one of the best kept secrets in patio dining with an amazing view in the area - perfect for warm spring days and long summer nights. 

The Coyote Ridge Pro Shop offers everything golfers could ever need with a massive inventory of top golf brand clothing, shoes, accessories and more. Shoppers are also able to find many exclusive brands and apparel options for the men and women non-golfers or “wanna be” golfers in their lives.

For dining pleasure in North Dallas, Grill 19 offers the finest in club cuisine to the public with breakfast, lunch and dinner options at reasonable prices. The grill features happy hour specials on weekdays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and all day Sundays with a large selection of signature cocktails, liquor, beer and wine. Looks like you've found your spot for watching the Superbowl, Masters Tournament, and March Madness! 

Coyote Ridge Golf Club also features spaces for weddings, meetings, tournaments and events in addition to golf. With the most space at the club, the Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 300 guests in a beautiful indoor setting. A waterfall feature and sweeping picturesque views provide a beautiful backdrop for weddings. Additional spaces for hosting events or other gatherings at Coyote Ridge Golf Club can accommodate 10 to 100 people depending on the group size. 

 For more information call the Club at (972) 395-0786 or visit at coyoteridgegolfclub.com