SUBJECT: Theatre Guild eNews - July 25th - Back to School 2022-23 Guild Newsletter [UPDATED senior headshot link]
July 25, 2022 Back to School Edition
PRESIDENT'S CORNER
Happy 'Almost' Back to School Time! It seems like the summer just started and here we are getting ready for a great new school year. Below you will find lots of great (and important) information for the run up to August 15th.
We’ve been busy behind the scenes as we finish out our 100 year Anniversary for Booker T ‘Two Schools – One Story’ with a bang. There are a lot of activities on tap including Homecoming so make sure to read the newsletter each week for the latest up-to-date information.
The Theatre Conservatory (and Guild) is always jam-packed with activities which require a small army to run successfully. Our supporters are what make the magic happen. There are many opportunities to help and we encourage everyone to get involved. I have found that when we are ‘engaged’ with our children(s)’ endeavors – they flourish and thrive because they see we care about their future and what is important to them.
In keeping with the theme this year (THIS IS HOME) – I want to emphasize that all of the Theatre Conservatory (students/faculty/staff/consultants/families/alumni) are a part of our theatre family. We help each other out and lift each other up. What we do – we do for our theatre family.
I look forward to getting to know all of you this year and if you need anything or have a question – please feel free to reach out to myself or any other board member. We are here to help! Contact information can be found here: https://btwtheatreguild.membershiptoolkit.com/our_board
Online Registration for New and Returning Students is NOW OPEN!
YOU MUST be registered online BEFORE you come to Pegasus Pickup in August (or BEFORE you start school).
If you have questions about registration, you may reach out to the school or you may contact the Choose Dallas ISD team at (972) 925-5560 or email choosedallasisd@dallasisd.org
This year all students will be receiving a new MacBook Air. Students who still have a school device from last year must turn it in before receiving a new device. Next Tuesday the 26th, the school will be accepting devices for turn in from 8 am to 5pm. Please park in the BTWHSPVA faculty lot and enter through the student entrance.
Anyone unable to turn in that day will need to bring their device to Pegasus Pickup.
More info available http://rmd.me/TigIerxEjQa
Pegasus Pick Up
Students (& parents are welcome) at Booker T on their assigned day and time to pick up books, laptops, schedules, locker assignments, get id photos taken, parking passes & more. This is your opportunity to talk to the Theatre Conservatory faculty and get your official 2022-23 schedule. You can renew your membership or join the Theatre Guild. There will be Guild merch for sale.
Seniors: Monday, August 1, 2022 Last Name A-M: 8:30-11:30 am Last Name N-Z: 1:30-4:30 pm
Juniors: Tuesday, August 2, 2022 Last Name A-M: 8:30-11:30 am Last Name N-Z: 1:30-4:30 pm
Sophomores: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 Last Name A-M: 8:30-11:30 am Last Name N-Z: 1:30-4:30 pm
Freshmen: Thursday, August 4, 2022 Last Name A-M: 8:30-11:30 am Last Name N-Z: 1:30-4:30 pm
At Pegasus Pick Up, students will pay for their mandatory clear laptop case ($15), locker fee ($15), parking pass, if needed ($50) and PSAT test registration ($17 for 9th & 11th grade only; DISD covers the PSAT for 10th grade.) Please note - proof of insurance is REQUIRED to purchase a parking pass. You will also need the license plate of the student's vehicle and the student's drivers license.
Summer Bash 2022
Who: Freshman and their parents/guardians as well as new students
What: Holy Cannoli! a dinner with Italian flair
When: August 3 from 6 to 8pm
Where: Winfrey Point 950 E Lawther Lane, Dallas, TX 75218
This evening is for families that are new to the Theatre Conservatory (freshman and any students who are new to BTW). Here's your chance to make new friends and connect with those you already know as you learn about the Theatre Conservatory.
Over the summer and throughout the school year, many of our talented Theatre Conservatory students can be spotted on stage, creating magic behind the scenes or even on screen. Be sure to check out theTheatre Guild Facebookgroup for opportunities to catch a Pegasus. And let us know where you have spotted a Pegasus in the wild! You can submit the information via Facebook or contact VP Communications Kathy Gameros.
WFAA Daybreak's North Texas Giving Day Kickoff
On July 15th, a dedicated group of Theatre Conservatory students (& their parents) appeared on WFAA Daybreak along with other local non-profit organizations. It may have been dark when they arrived, but DJ LC got the crowd pumped up to get the word out that North Texas Giving Day will be happening on September 22. The Theatre Guild will be participating in the Communities Foundation of Texas North annual event again this year. Big thanks to all the early risers especially Rhonda Thompson for organizing this multi-grade level crew!
On Stage Now
Current Booker T. Theatre student Kai Turner and alums Tremaine Jones, Olivia King, Ava McKay and Gavin Yi can be seen in Cry Havoc Theatre Company's The Art of Broken Things.This exploration of healing in the aftermath of the COVID-19 Pandemic is in Hamon Hall at the Winspear Opera House through July 31.
Theatre Conservatory students Adam Bravo, Diyaa Dossani, Jack Honeyman, Erin Mansour, and Lauren Wellborn will be appearing on stage in Junior Players production of As You Like It. The show runs August 2 - 7, 2022, at Samuell-Grand Park Amphitheater (1500 Tenison Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75223) with FREE performances on Tuesday and Wednesday! All remaining performances will be $15 General Admission, $10 Student/Senior. Gates open at 7:00 pm CST and the show begins at 8:15 pm CST daily.
There are still a few more days of summer to get a head start on college apps & planning. Check out some of the links recommended by the parent panel during the Theatre Guild College Tea in May.
Showcase Headshots: Headshots will be taken by Vonda Klimaszewski on August 1st from 10:30-1:00 & 1:45-4:00. Seniors need to schedule an appointment time in advance. Here is the link to sign up and pay for Theater Showcase Headshots:
The cost is $32 plus tax (money will not be collected at BTW) Included: Photography, choice of image onsite, simple retouching, digital download. If cost is a factor, do NOT let it prevent you from getting a headshot. Theater Guild has funds to utilize for this purpose.
How to sign up without payment:
1. Find 3 times that work for you from the above calendar link.
ID photos: These will be taken in the library on August 1st, your Pegasus Pick Up Day. If you are unable to come that day please plan come another day that week between Tuesday, August 2 and Thursday, August 4.
Senior Portraits: These photos are used for the yearbook. We use one portrait and one ‘personality’ portrait. Legacy Studios, offers several dates for on campus portraits. It is important to note that you are not required to use this company and are welcome to use any company you want. If you use a different company please be sure to submit the portraits you want in the yearbook. If you aren’t planning to do senior portraits, you can sign up for a free slot on one of the on campus days. This free sitting will just take the photos for the yearbook. If you choose to use Legacy for your photos, you may purchase various packages of photos. There will be dates available in July, October and November for on campus portrait sessions with Legacy Studios. The dates in October and November will open for sign ups closer to those dates.
Cap & Gown portrait: In May, Legacy will return to take Cap and Gown photos. These photos will be available to purchase from Legacy Studios. You may use an outside company but you should be careful with the regalia (i.e. cords, stoles, tassels, etc.) The school is not responsible if you take photos with another company and there is some mistake in your regalia.
Countdown to Showcase 2022
Make sure to mark your calendars. Showcase Week is Monday November 14th through Saturday November 19th (the week before Thanksgiving break). As of today, there are sixteen weeks until Showcase Week. Seniors & their parents will be getting lots of information about how to prepare for this annual event after classes begin.
CALENDAR OF SENIOR EVENTS
August 1 Pegasus Pick Up & Senior Headshots
RENEW YOUR THEATRE GUILD MEMBERSHIP FOR 2022-2023
No Need To Wait Until Pegasus Pick Up! The Guild relies on Membership Dues, Donations and Sponsorships to support the Theatre Conservatory Faculty & Student events, programs, and activities.
Join us for 2022-2023 using the link to the Guild website where you can choose a Membership Level that best fits your family.
There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer during the school year. As the Guild's Volunteer Coordinator Chair, Allison Francis will be seeking out Feed the Kids volunteers to serve meals to the cast & crew during each tech week. Guild members also sell concessions & merchandise before and during intermission at Theatre Conservatory performances. There will also be lots of events like Back to School Registration, Guild Meetings, Homecoming, Showcase, Arts Fest, I am Booker T Day & Senior Awards Dinner where volunteers will be needed. Sometimes it's easier to donate items like water or snacks and those requests will also be organized by our Volunteer Coordinator Chair.
Would you like to help the Guild during back to school registration (August 1-4)?
