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PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The public school-or-private school debate rages on (See D’s April 1996 story “The Best Prep Schools in Dallas”), but most observers agree on two things: First, there are excellent public schools in every local school district. Second, it’s not always easy to identify those schools.

One way to choose a good school is to consider the campus’ ranking by the Texas Education Agency. The state awards those rankings based on performance on the TAAS tests, the school’s dropout rate, and the attendance rate. The rating system is complex, so ask your school administrators to explain it. Here, we list only those schools that received the highest rating of “exemplary.”

To receive an exemplary rating, districts and campuses must have at least 90 percent of all students pass each section of the TAAS, a dropout rate of no higher than 1 percent, and an attendance rate of at least 94 percent.



Collin County

McKinney ISD (569-6400): Valley Creek Elementary, Glen Oaks Elementary

Plano ISD (519-8100): Shepton High, 1 laggard Middle, Schimelpfenig Middle, Hendrick Middle, Renner Middle, Robinson Middle/Elementary, Jackson Elementary, Shepard Elementary. Weatherford Elementary, Hughston Elementary, Wells Elementary, Huffman Elementary, Carlisle Elementary, Brinker Elementary, Mitchell Elementary, Rasor Elementary



Dallas County

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD (323-5700): McCoy Elementary, Kent Elementary

Coppell ISD (471-1111): Coppell Middle East, Lee Elementary, Mockingbird Elementary, Town Center Elementa

Dallas ISD (989-8000): Talented and Gifted Magnet High, Elisha M. Pease Elementary

Duncanville ISD (296-4761): Alexander Elementary

Garland ISD (494-8201): Centerville Elementary, Cooper Elementary, Roach Elementary, Rowlett Elementary, Luna Elementary, Abbett Elementary, Keeley Elementary

Highland Park ISD (523-1600): McCulloch Middle, Armstrong Elementary, Bradfield Elementary, Hyer Elementary, University Park Elementary

Mesquite ISD (288-6411 ): Motley Elementa

Richardson ISD (301-3333): Parkhill Junior High, Canyon Creek Elementary, Mohawk Elementary, Spring Creek Elementary, Bowie Elementary, Prairie Creek Elementary, Springrid Elementary, Prestonwood Elementary, Dartmouth Elementary, Brenrfield Elementary, Jess Harben Elementary



Denton County

Lewisville ISD (724-8006): Forestwood Middle, Highland Village Elementary, McAuliffe Elementary, B.B. Owen Elementary, Garden Ridge Elementary, Heritage Elementary



Rockwall County

Rockwall ISD (771-0605): Virginia A. Reinhardt Elementary



Tarrant County

Arlington ISD (817460-4611): Butler Elementary, Mary Moore Elementary

Carroll ISD (metro 817-481-5775): Jack D. Johnson Elementary, Carroll Elementary, Carroll Intermediate

Fort Worth ISD (817-871-2000): Tanglewood Elementary

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD (817488-9588): Taylor Elementary, Heritage Elementary, Brandsford Elementary

Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD (817-2834461): Shady Oaks Elementary, Bedford Heights Elementary, Spring Garden Elementary

Mansfield ISD (817-473-5600): Charlotte Anderson Elementary



PRIVATE SCHOOLS



Descriptive information was provided by each school. As indicated, schools may be accredited by Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), Southwest Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), and Texas Education Agency (TEA).



Preschools and Elementary Schools



Bright Horizons Conservatoire. 1200 E. Jackson Rd., Carrollton; 242-9552. Founded in 1974 as a preschool, expanded in 1985. Preschool classes through all-day kindergarten. Tuition: $3,600-$4,000 (for nine months). Open 12 months. Class size: 8-18.

Developmental curriculum; children learn at their own pace through active involvement. Features a large campus, specialized learning environments, before- and after-school care, and extensive summer programs.



Cornerstone School. I2302 Park Central Dr.; 387-8567. Founded in 1976. Coed, 2 years old through fifth grade. Tuition: $900-$3,900 (may be paid in monthly installments). 235 students; 25 staff members. Director: Mimi Goldman.

Small classes grouped by ability; offers individualized self-pacing programs, music, Spanish, and computers; extracurricular activities (ballet, art, etc.) are taught by specialists in each field from 3-5 p.m. for an extra feo;before- and after-school care; comprehensive summer camp program with sports, swimming, recreation, and education.



Holy Cross Lutheran School. 11425 Marsh Ln.; 358-4396. Founded in 1962. Coed, 3 years old through sixth grade. Tuition: $875-$3,100. HO stu dents; nine teachers, three with advanced degrees. Principal: Lester H. Zimmerman.

Program designed lor students performing at or above grade level, with emphasis on Christian values; offers before- and after-school care, computer instruction, honors classes (grades 4-6), and competition basketball (grades 4-6).



The Lamplighter School. 11611 Inwood Rd.; 369-9201, Founded in 1953. Coed, preschool through fourth grade. Tuition: $4,255-7,855. 460 students; 46 teachers, 35 with advanced degrees. Director: Pat Mattingly.

Traditional yet innovative academic foundation with emphasis on motor development, fine arts, Spanish, animal life, horticulture, and an early introduction to computers.



North Dallas Day School. 9619 Greenville Ave.; 341-4366. Founded in 1977. Coed, preschool through third grade. Tuition: $410-$455 per month. 175 students; 14 teachers. Director: Barbara Coady.

Small classes with individualized, self-paced programs; offers learning centers, computers, extended afternoon care, summer camp facilities, and extracurricular activities including ballet, gymnastics, piano, and an.

The Parish Day School of the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration. 14115 Hillcrest; 239-8011. Founded in 1972. Coed, 3 years old through sixth grade. Average class size is 18. Uniforms K-6. Tuition: $2,330-$5,760.440 students; 50 staff mem bers. Headmistress: Gloria Snyder.

Structured, traditional program geared to high-average and above-average students emphasizes verbal and written communication, reading comprehension, and mathematical concepts; offers weekly computer classes for children 4 years old through sixth grade; Spanish taught from 3 years through sixth grade; music, art, RE., science lab, and critical and creative thinking, plus special opportunities in chorus, creative dramatics, Odyssey of the Mind, math club, computer club; after-school athletics; students attend daily chapel sendees and religion is taught in grades K-6; recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence; accredited by ISAS, SAES.

Redeemer Montessori School. 120 East Rochelle, Irving; 257-3517. Founded in 1978. Coed, 2 1/2 years old through fourth grade. American Montessori Society-affiliated. Summer camp available.

Progressive academic program with math, science, language arts, and foreign language forming core curriculum; children advance at their own pace, while work is closely monitored.



St. Philip’s. 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.; 421-5221. Founded in 1958. Coed, 2 years old through fourth grade. Tuition: S3 216. 160 students; nine teachers, all certified. Headmaster: Dr. Terry J. Flowers.

Small, private Episcopal school with whole-child focus; and emphasis on developing pride and self-esteem as much as academic skills; aims to offer quality education to those who could otherwise not afford it.



Scofield Christian School. 7730 Abrams Rd.; 349-6843. Founded in 1961. Coed, 3 years old through sixth grade. Tuition: $1,66043330. 375 students; 40 teachers, all certified. Principal: Ray Klodzinski.

Complete elementary program including music, art, P.E., Spanish, Latin, computers, and library. Provides children with an academically excellent education that is well balanced, comprehensive, and integrated with Biblical truths and principles within a nurturing, Christ-centered environment.



White Rock North Private School. 9727 White Rock Trail; 348-7410. Pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Tuition: $4,500.380 students; 3 5 teach-ers. Principal: Amy Adams Porter.

Goal is to develop the whole child by nurturing integrity and self-esteem; offers an academically accelerated program in a five-acre campus that offers a state-of-the-art computer lab, an indoor swimming pool, and a skating rink/gymnasium.



Preschools through Eighth Grade

Good Shepherd Episcopal School. 11122 Midway Rd.; 357-1610. Founded in 1959. Coed, 3 years old through eighth grade. Tuition: $2,150- $5308.520students; 42 teachers, 16 with advanced degrees. Headmaster: J. Robert Kohler.

Coeducational parish day school of tie Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, located on a 10-acre campus in North Dallas, serves students of all religious preferences, offering an education serious in principles, strong in academics. Offers extended-day enrichment program, extensive outdoor education program, fine arts curriculum, and Spanish language classes for grades “primer” through eight. Recognized by U.S. Department of Education as a School of Excellence.

Grace Lutheran School. 1523 S. Beckley; 946- 4967. Coed, preschool through eighth grade. Call for tuition information.

Serving the Oak Cliff area since 1950; small group instruction, caring Christian atmosphere; offers religion, art, music, and sports, as well as a full academic curriculum; all ’96 students were accepted at Dallas magnet high schools; before- and after-school care available.



The Hillcrest Academy. 6930 Alpha Rd. at Hillcrest; 490-1161. Coed, preschool through eighth grade. Tuition: $3,812-$6,610.160 students; 28 teachers, 10 with advanced degrees. Administrative director: Leah Schaer.

Nonsectarian private school that focuses on academic excellence; offers an environment that nurtures personal integrity, self-esteem, individual artistic and imaginative expression, responsibility for one’s own actions, and respect for others and die educational process. Small pupil-teacher ratio; curriculum includes P.E., Spanish, French, music, art, and computers.



Immaculate Conception Catholic School. 400 N.E. 17th St., Grand Prairie; 264-8777. Founded in 1953. Recognized in 1986 as an Exemplary School by the U.S. Department of Education. Coed, 3 years old through eighth grade. 220 students, 20 teachers. TEA- and Diocese of Dallas-approved curriculum, plus religion, Spanish, music, art, band. Many extracurricular activities available. Call for current tuition rates.



Our Redeemer Lutheran School. 7611 Park Ln.; 368-1465, Founded in 1960. Coed, 3 years old through eighth grade. Tuition: $3,700. Student-teacher ratio 20:1. Principal: Russell W. Tieken.

Christian school with students from various denominations; structured curriculum includes computer, band, drama, choir, Spanish, and P.E.; offers state-licensed day care, and summer day care for 3- to 9-year-olds.

The St. Alcuin Montessori School. 6144 Churchill Way; 239-1745. Founded in 1964. Coed, 18 months old through eighth grade. Tuition: $3,560-38,915. 500 students; 23 teachers with 19 assistants; additional special subject teachers in sci ence, music, language, art, and physical education, Teachers have Association Montessori Inter nationale training beyond bachelor degrees. Director: Ron Ackerman.

Focus on students’ emotional and social development; study tours offered to grades 4-8; special summer classes offered at all levels; before- and after-school care available on a limited basis.

St. John’s Episcopal School. 848 Harter Rd.; 328-9131. Founded in 1953. Coed, pre-kinder- garten through eighth grade. Tuition: pre-K: $l,900-$2,400; K-5: $4,100; 6-8: $4,600. Head of School: Ann Hergenrother.

Dedicated to whole-child development in a Christian environment; accredited by ISAS, SAES.

The Selwyn School. 3333 University Dr. West, Denton; 817-382-6771. Founded in 1957. Coed, 18 months old through eighth grade. Headmaster: Larry L’Heureux.

Highly academic-based private day school. Beginning with preschool, curriculum choices are Montessori or traditional preschool program. The middle school refines academic skills, focuses on a college preparatory curriculum, and provides opportunities for exploration and participation. Enrichment classes taught include art, music, Spanish, and computers.



Solomon Schechter Academy of Dallas. 18011 Hillcrest Rd.; 248-3032. Founded in 1979. Jewish day school, preschool through eighth grade. Tu i; ion:!?!, I V !>7.1S0. Financial nid is available K-8. 533 students; 90 teachers, 45 with advanced degrees. Headmaster: Dr. Howard Rosenblatt.

Day school of Congregation Shearith Israel; fosters academic and ethical excellence, a lifetime love of Judaism, and a sense of personal and social responsibility. Fully accredited through SACS; member or National Solomon Schechter Day School Association and Texas Association of Non-Public Schools.



Zion Lutheran School. 6121 E. Lovers Ln.; 363-1630. Founded in 1948. Coed, 3 years old through eighth grade. Tuition: $1.197-$4,194.223 students; 15 teachers, six with advanced degrees. Principal: Douglas C. Molin.

Religious education, usual curriculum areas, plus computer classes, outdoor education week, sports program, band, choir, and art. Accredited by TEA, Texas District, and LCMS (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Middle Schools and High Schools



The Alexander School. 409 International Pkwy., Richardson; 690-9210. Coed, eighth through 12th grade. Tuition: $10,200. 70 students; 17 teachers. 10 holding advanced degrees. Director: David Bowlin; Principal: Andy Cody.

Since 1975, college prep instruction designed to suit individual needs. This institute offers one-on-one tutorials, block scheduling, advanced placement courses, enrichment programs, supervised study time, and two summer school sessions. Accredited by the SACS and TEA.



Bending Oaks High School. 11884 Greenville Ave., Suite 120;669-0000. Founded in 1985. Coed, ninth through 12th grade. Tuition: S825 per course per semester. 75 students; 15 teachers. Principal: Dr. Robert Costello.

Private high school founded by teachers who believe many students never realize their full potential in a large classroom environment. Student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Accredited by SACS.



Bishop Dunne High School. 3900 Rugged Dr.; 339-6561. Founded in 1961. Coed, eighth through 12th grade. Tuition: $4,440.350 students; 28 teach ers, 18 with master’s degrees, three with doctorates. Principal: Kate Collins.

Traditional college prep and honors curricu-lums; 30 percent of students are non-Catholic; new emphasis on technology in the classroom, science and math programs, and multimedia.

Bishop Lynch High School. 9750 Ferguson Rd.; 324-3607. Founded in 1963. Coeducational Catholic high school, ninth through 12th grade. Tuition: S4JS00 for Catholic families; $5,355 for non-Catholic families. Tuition breaks for families with more than one student enrolled. 8(H) students; 60 faculty. President: Edward E. Leyden; Principal: Dale Kennedy.

U.S. Department of Education 1990-91 Excellence in Education Award school: advanced placement and dual enrollment (college credit) courses; academic and tutorial programs expand essentials classes for students with special learning needs; extensive fine ans program in theater, art, and instrumental and choral music. Christian education with emphasis on core subjects, community service, and die arts.



Cistercian Preparatory School. One Cistercian Rd./P.O. Box 140699, Irving; 438-4956. Founded in 1962. Boys, fifth through 12th grade. Tuition: $6,450-$7,175. 350 students; 34 teachers, 31 with advanced degrees and 11 with doctorates. Headmaster; Father Bernard Marton.

Catholic education in a sequential college prep curriculum. Each class is assigned to a form master who counsels each grade through graduation. Eight-year integrated liberal arts curriculum includes four years of Latin in grades5-8, with modern foreign language in grades 9-12.



Jesuit College Preparatory School. 12345 Inwood Rd.; 387-8700. Boys, ninth through 12th grade. Tuition: $5,775. 800 students; 70 teachers, 48 with advanced degrees. Principal: Fr. Paul Deutsch, S.J.

College prep education in the Jesuit tradition; demanding academic curriculum requires discipline. Offers 26-acre campus, more than 40 clubs and organizations, and 30 athleric teams.

Lutheran High School of Dallas. 8494 Stults Rd.; 349-8912. Founded in 1976. Coed, college preparatory, seventh through 12th grades. Tuition: grades7-8, $4,100; grades 9-12, $5,500; S350 appli cation fee. 275 students; 16 teachers, seven with advanced degrees. Headmaster: Dr. Gerald Brunworth; Principal: Patricia Klekamp; admis sions: Sandra Boston.

Christ-centered education; more than 95 percent of graduates attend college. Offers 13-acre campus; new art lab, science lab, auditorium, and classrooms being added.



Ursuline Academy. 4900 Walnut Hill Ln.; 363- 6551. Principal: Mrs. Shaun Underhill.

Catholic college prep high school, ninth through I2th grades, for young women; nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School that offers a comprehensive and innovative curriculum, including honors and advanced placement courses and an award-winning community service progtam; 72 percent of all faculty hold advanced degrees.



All Ages

Carrollton Christian Academy. 1820 Pearl St.; 242-6688. Founded in 1980 as the Sonshine Preschool. Coed, 3 years old through the 12th grade. Tuition: $I,200-$4,100. 980 students; 91 teachers, 25 percent with advanced degrees. Headmaster: Ed Pikington.

“Whole-child education” in a distinctly Christian atmosphere; offers boys’ and girls’ athletics, Spanish, choir, orchestra, band, speech and drama, journalism, physical education, and art.



Catholic Diocese of Dallas. 3725 Blackburn (central administration); 528-2360. Tuition: $900-$4,300. 31 elementary schools, seven secondary, and one school for special needs children ages 3 to 21 all under the diocese’s jurisdiction. 14,000 students; 800 teachers. Superintendent of Schools: The Rev. Leonard Cailahan.



Christ Way Academy. 419 Cedar Ridge, Dun-canville; 296-6525. Founded in 1976. Coed, first through 12 grade. Tuition: $2,600-$3,050.230 students; 24 teachers. Administrator: Ken Mathieson.

Non-denominational Christian school serving southwest Dallas County; maximum of 25 students per class in grades 3-12, and 20 in grades 1-2; accredited by TEPSAC (State of Texas/Association of Christian Schools International); college prep curriculum; uniforms.



Dallas Christian School. 1515 Republic Pkwy., Mesquite; 270-5495. Founded in 1957. Coed, pre- kindergarten through 12th grade. Tuition: $1,100- $5,500.820students; 60teachers,30 with advanced degrees. President: Dr. Vaughn D. Luster, Jr.

College prep curriculum; Bible classes and chapel each day; athletic program and band, chorus, and drama offered; four of die 50 students in die 1996 graduating class received National Merit commendations.

The Episcopal School of Dallas: North Campus. 4100 Merrell Rd. at Midway. St. Michael’s Campus. 8011 Douglas at Colgate. Admissions: 358-4368. Founded in 1974. Coed, preschool through 12th grade. Tuition and fees: $3,000-$I0,375.1,000 stu dents; average class size: 16. Rector and Head master: The Rev. Steven B. Swann.

College prep curriculum; emphasis on faith-centered values, individual achievement; independent relationship with the Episcopal Church; the number of seniors who have received scholarships has risen from 19 to 50 percent in the last five years.

Evangel Temple Christian School. 302 W. Highway 303, Grand Prairie; 264-1303. Founded in 1966. Coed, preschool through 12th grade. Tuition: $2,300-$2,600. 330 students; 24 teachers, eight with advanced degrees. Administrator and headmaster: Stephen N. Collins.

Purpose is to develop students spiritually, academically, physically, and socially; has full offering of curricular and extra-curricular activities; significant discounts for multi-child families; fully accredited with ACSI (Accreditation of Christian Schools International).

First Baptist Academy. 1704 Patterson at Ervay; 969-2488. Founded in 1972. Coed, kindergarten through 12th grade, fully accredited college preparatory. Two locations for elementary: down town Dallas and southeast of White Rock Lake. Tuition: $3,000-$4,600. 900 students; 80 teachers. Headmaster: Dr. Robert C. Peters.

Open to families of all Christian denominations; entrance testing and family interview is required; advanced placement and honors courses in secondary; seven-block schedule; offers many electives plus athletics, drama, debate, band, and choir.

Greenhill School. 14255 Midway Rd.; 661-1211. Founded in 1950. Coed, pre-kindergarten (31/2 years old) through 12th grade. Tuition: $4,685-$10,025. 1,220 students; nearly 50 percent of the 160 faculty members hold advanced degrees. Headmaster: Peter G. Briggs.

College prep curriculum; athletic and fine arts program; modern and classical language program for students grades kindergarten-12.

The Hockaday School. 11600 Welch Rd.; 363- 6311. Founded in 1913. Girls, pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Tuition: $4,260-$ll,470 (includes lunch and fees). Boarding grades 8-12. 986 students; 127 teachers, over 50 percent with advanced degrees. Headmistress: Elizabeth M. Lee.

College prep curriculum; modern arts, science, and classroom facilities with 50,000-volume library, 32 student activities clubs, four student publications, 11 competitive sports, two gyms, two pools, tennis center, playing fields, and track; international program.

Lakehill Preparatory School. 2720 Hillside; 826- 2931. Founded in 1970. Coed, kindergarten through 12th grade. College preparatory curricu lum. Tuition: $5,825-S8,075. 255 students; 26 teachers. Headmaster: Roger Perry.

College prep curriculum; 100 percent of Lakehill graduates go to colleges and universities; smaller, more family-like atmosphere than many Dallas private schools; well-rounded program of academics, athletics, community service, and campus activity; independent school accredited by 1SAS, SACS.



Lakemont Academy. 3993 W. Northwest Hwy.; 351-6404. Founded in 1976. Coed, IS months old through 12th grade. College preparatory. Accredited. Tuition: $6,O00-$7,100. 112 students; 15 teachers. Before- and after-school care and sum mer program through sixth grade. Headmaster: Edward Fidellow.

Employs Montessori methods and incorporates a Christian classics curriculum and an in-depth “Renaissance education” geared toward the academically gifted, including the study of faith, art, history, literature, and science; traditional values; “school of entrepreneurship” program offered.



St. Mark’s School of Texas. 10600 Preston Rd.; 363-6491. Founded in 1933 as die Texas Country Day School. Merged with the Cathedral School in 1950 to become St. Mark’s. Boys, first through 12th grade. Tuition: $8,950-$ll,355 (fees, lunch, and books included]. 769 students; 97 teachers, 80with advanced degrees. Headmaster: Arnold E. Holtberg.

College prep curriculum; rigorous academic program, plus active participation and self-development in both the arts and athletics; nationally ranked debate team; excellence in individual sports; camping and leadership programs in the upper schools; coordinates programs with The Hockaday School.



Trinity Christian Academy. 17001 Addison Rd., Addison; 931-8325. Independent, college- preparatory, co-educational day school founded in 1970. Kindergarten through 12th grade. Tuition: $3,180-$7,370.1375 students; 137 teach ers, 51 percent with advanced degrees. Headmaster: Dr. Daniel Russ.

Trinity’s mission statement: “Educating and developing the whole person for the glory of God.” College prep curriculum within a Christian community committed to integrating Biblical faith and learning.



Tyler Street Christian Academy. 927 W. 10th St.;941-9717. Founded in 1971. Coed,3 years old through 12th grade. Tuition: $3,000-$3,400. 450 students; 53 teachers. Superintendent: Karen J. Egger.

Non-denominational school in a Christian setting; complete athletic programs for middle and high school students, plus foreign languages, band, computer classes, music, and art; conversational foreign language programs for elementary school students. Accredited by SACS.



SPECIAL-NEEDS SCHOOLS



Dallas Academy. 950 Tiffany Way; 324-1481. Coed, seventh through 12th grade. Tuition: $7,500. 115 students; 20 teachers, 15 with advanced degrees. Director: Jim Richardson.

Founded in 1967, offers remedial courses in reading, math, writing, and study skills for students with learning disabilities; also, honors classes, football, basketball, baseball, art, music, and photography.

Fairhill School. 16150 Preston Rd. at Keller Springs; 233-1026. Founded in 1971. Coed, first through 12th grade. Tuition; $7,900-8200.200 students; 24 teachers, 14 with advanced degrees. Director; Jane Sego.

Serves students with average to above-average intelligence who have been diagnosed with a learning difference; offers low teacher-student ratio, activity-oriented classes, a multi-sensory approach, and a warm, supportive atmosphere.

Highland Academy. 1231 W. Belt Line Rd., Richardson; 238-7567. Founded in 1981. Coed, kindergarten through eighth grade. Tuition and fees: $7,000-$7,600. 60-70 students in school and language lab; 11* staff members. Director: Lynda K. Handlogten.

Specialized curriculum designed tor intelligent children with language-learning differences and Attention Deficit Disorder; average student-teacher ratio for classes and language lab is 5:1.

Notre Dame of Dallas Schools, Inc. 2018 Allen St.; 720-3911. Founded in 1963. Educates students with developmental disabilities, ages 3-21. Tuition:

$3,300. Payment plans and financial aid available. Bus service. Coed, ungraded. 108 students; 22 teachers. TEA approved. Summer program available. Principal: Theresa M. Francis.

Offers quality, individualized education to students with mental disabilities, to maximize their integration and inclusion into society.

Oak Hill Academy. 6464 E. Lovers Ln.; 368- 0664. Founded in 1987. Coed, ages 3-14, preschool through eighth grade. Tuition: $5,400-$8,100.104 students; 18 teachers, many with advanced degrees and/or certification in academic language therapy, alphabetic phonics, special education, speech-lan guage therapy, and adaptive P.E. Executive Director: Carole Hill; Associate Director: Pam Quarterman.

Serving children with average or above average intelligence who have language-learning differences, Attention Deficit Disorder, and/or communication disorders. The comprehensive curriculum focuses on development of die “whole child” utilizing hands-on multisensory learning experiences presented in a sequential manner; offers regular school year calendar, plus a summer school program and year-round tutorial services.

Preston Hollow Presbyterian School. 9800 Preston Rd.; 368-3886. Founded in 1962. Coed, first through sixth grade. Tuition: $7,300. 87 stu dents; 15 teachers, six with advanced degrees. Director: Sheila Phaneuf.

Serves students of average to above-average intelligence with diagnosed learning differences; offers a total child development program [remedial, academic, social, emotional) using a multimodal-multisensory approach; adaptive P.E. teacher, music therapist, art teacher, and drama program, plus an after-school sports program and a summer tutorial program.

Shelton School and Evaluation Center. Two locations. Preschool through fourth grade: 9407 Midway Rd.; fifth through 10th grade: 5002 W. Lovers Ln.; 352-1772. Coed. Tuition: $8,870-$9,370, plus fees. 360 students; 92 teachers, 38 with advanced degrees. Executive Director: Joyce Pickering; Director Emeritus: Dr. June Shelton.

Serves “learning different” children of average or above-average intelligence; students may be evaluated for learning disabilities and developmental lags at the school’s evaluation center; offers a speech. language, and hearing clinic; average class size is six students. SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools) and SACS accredited.

The Walden School. 14552 Montfort Dr.; 233- 6883. Coed, ninth through 12thgrade. 65 students; student-teacher ratio is 8:1. Accredited by the SACS.

Flexibly structured program allows teachers to work successfully with students whose needs have not been met by other schools; courses are structured to include student-centered teaching techniques; offers science laboratories, black-and-white photographic darkrooms, art and ceramics studios, a computer lab (IBM and Macintosh), and attractive classroom areas; and a summer school program is offered.

The Winston School. 5707 Royal Ln.; 691-6950. Founded in 1973. Coed, first through 12th grade. Tuition; $8,800410,900.175 students; 25 teachers, 15 with advanced decrees. 1 lead of school Dr. Rita Sherbenou.

College prep school for children with learning disabilities. Serves students with learning differences by emphasizing successes and challenging shortcomings in any area, whether reading or fine art, math or athletics; offers state-of-the-art computer labs, drama, photography, camping trips, and hands-on educational experiences; more than 90 percent of all graduates go 10 college.

HOSPITALS

All information was provided by the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council and the individual hospitals.

American Transitional Care Hospital. 1745 W Irving Blvd., Irving; 251-2824. Long-term acute care hospital; 47 beds; oilers neurological services, oncology, neuromuscular disorders, dysphagia management, arthritis care, pulmonary care, pain management, hemodialysis, nutritional support, case management, and recreational therapy.

Arlington Memorial Hospital, 800 W. Randol Mill Rd., Arlington; 817-548-6100. General hospital; 380 beds; offers cancer treatment, cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, CCU, neonatal ICU, and emergency services.

Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation. 3505 Gaston Ave.; 826-7030. Acute rehabilitation hospital; 56 acute rehab beds; 36 skilled nursing beds; offers comprehensive services for traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, strokes, amputations, and other orthopedic and neurological impairments. Special programs for coma management, ventilator care, post-liver transplant, oncology.



Baylor Medical Center at Garland. 2300 Marie Curie, Garland; 487-5000. General hospital; 206 beds; subsidiary of not-for-profit Baylor Health Care System; offers strong family practice base plus cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac (open-heart) surgery, CCU, ICU, physician referral line: 800-4BAYLOR, advanced diagnostic services, emergency services, major trauma/emergency treatment, physical therapy work-injury program, family practice residency program, senior health center, and HomeCare.



Baylor Medical Center at Grapevine. 1650 West College St., Grapevine; 817-481-1588. General hospital; 104 beds; offers cardiopulmonary services, CCU/ICU combined, physical therapy and occupational health, radiology, respiratory therapy, physician referral and emergency services.



Baylor/Richardson Medical Center. 401 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson; 498-4000. General hospital; 202 beds; offers a full range of services including oncology, cardiology, chemical dependency, home health care, ICU, physician referral, psychiatric unit, respiratory care, social work services, general and psychiatric emergency, speech therapy, tissue transplant, and occupational therapy.



Baylor University Medical Center. 3500 Gaston Ave.; 820-0111. General hospital; licensed for 1,455 beds; offers cancer treatment, cardiac rehabilitation, CCU, neonatal ICU, neuro-ICU, occupational therapy, open-heart surgery-, organ transplant, psychiatric unit, high-risk pregnancy, infertility clinic, Tom Landry Sports Medicine and Research Center, and emergency services.

BHC Richland Hospital. 7501 Glenview, North Richland Hills; 817-595-5000. Full-service psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital; 87 beds; freestanding outpatient evaluation centers in Dallas and Fort Wort

Charlton Methodist Hospital. 5500W.Wheatland Rd.; 947-7777. General hospital; 190 beds; offers CCU/1CU. outpatient and transitional care, emergency services, and emergency treatment for drug overdos

Charter Behavioral System of Dallas. 6800 Preston Rd., Piano; 618-3939. Psychiatric and chemical dependency facility; 116 beds: provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care.

Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. 1935 Motor St.; 640-2000. Private, not-for-profit pediatric hospital; 322 beds; offers pediatric ICU, pediatric trauma ICU, transplantation (bone marrow, heart, kidney, and liver), radiology, patient transport, emergency treatment and rehabilitative services. Also provides pediatric outpatient services through nearly 50 specialty clinics in areas such as asthma/immunology, cancer and blood disorders, cardiology, craniofacial reconstruction, cystic fibrosis, endocrinology, ENT, epilepsy, kidney disease, neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, sleep disorders, and urology.

CPC Millwood Hospital. 1011 N. Cooper St., Arlington; (metro) S17-261-3121. Psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital; 120 beds; offers inpatient psychiatric services for adolescents and adults. Residential, partial, and intensive outpatient services, dual diagnosis, chemical dependency, detoxification, experiential therapy, support groups, aftercare, and multifamily counseling. Free community mobile assessment services. Freestanding program owned by CPC, The Excel Center {Fort Worth), which offers CD partial and intensive outpatient care (817-335-6429).

Columbia Hospital at Medical City Dallas.7777 Forest Ln.; 661-7000.

Columbia Medical Arts Hospital. 6161 Harry Hines Blvd.; 688-1 111. Licensed accredited facility; 32 beds; offers outpatient surgical services.

Columbia Medical Center-Dallas Southwest. 2929 S. Hampton Rd. ; 3 30-4611. General hospital; 104 beds, all private rooms; offers ICU, occupational therapy, outpatient services, radiology, general emergency services, and physician referral.

Columbia Medical Center of Piano. 3901 W. 15th St., Piano; 596-6800. Acute care hospital; 280 beds; complete maternal and child services includ ing LDRs, high-risk maternity, 18-bed neonatal ICU; comprehensive cardiovascular services with multiple catheterization labs, open-heart surgery suites, cardiac ICU; 35-bed emergency unit, (trauma and minor care); and senior health center.



Dallas County Hospital District (Parkland Memorial Hospital). 5201 Harry Hines Blvd.; 590-8000. General hospital; 977 beds; offers a regional burn unit, cancer treatment, cardiac care, ICU, neonatal ICU, neuro-ICU, occupational therapy, kidney and pancreas transplants, orthopedics, surgical services, major trauma.



Dallas/Fort Worth Medical Center. 2709 Hospital Blvd., Grand Prairie; 641-5000. General hospital; 157 beds; offers geriatric psychiatric unit, home health care, cardiac rehabilitation/fitness center, nuclear medicine, radiology, lab services, mammography, work rehabilitation services, specialized occupational injury management, emergency medicine, ICU/CCU, telemetry, and women’s services.



Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. 4500 S. Lancaster; 376-5451. General hos pital; 788 beds; offers oncology services, CCU, chemical dependency, diabetic unit, geriatrics, home health care, ICU, kidney dialysis, nursing home, open-heart surgery, psychiatric unit, respi ratory care, social work services, surgery, and gen eral and psychiatric emergency services.



Doctors Hospital. 9440 Poppy Dr.; 324-6100. General hospital; 268 beds; offers cardiac rehabilitation, CCU, ICU, open-heart surgery, psychiatric unit, surgical services, home health care, sports and industry care center, women’s program and breast center, drug overdose, and emergency and psychiatric emergency treatment.

Garland Community Hospital. 2696 W. Walnut St., Garland; 276-7116. General hospital; 113 beds; offers chemical dependency treatment, ICU, emergency treatment, occupational medicine, weight management, and pain management.

Harris Methodist H.E.B. 1600 Hospital Pkwy., Bedford; 817-685-4000. General hospital; 219 beds; offers angiography/arteriography, openheart surgery, CT scanner, emergency services, fitness center/cardiac rehabilitation, inpatient hemodialysis, level II perinatal and neonatal care, nuclear medicine, pain management, parient transport (air and ground), physical rehabilitation, radiation therapy, speech pathology, non-invasive vascular lab, Edwards Cancer Center, Center for Women’s Health, Ambulatory Care Center, psychiatric and addiction treatment center.



The Haven. 800 Kirnwood Dr., Desoto; 709-3700. Psychiatric/chemical dependency; 102 beds; offers outpatient treatment for all ages (fees based on a sliding scale), partial hospitalization programs, geriatric day program, geropsych inpatient unit, residential treatment center for youth, and crisis sta-bilization/inpatient treatment for adults and youth.

Healthsouth Medical Center. 2124 Research Row; 904-6100. Specialty orthopedics and physical rehabilitation hospital; 106 beds; offers inpatient and day surgery, diagnostics, physical rehabilitation, community re-entry, and subacute services.

Mesquite Community Hospital. 3500 1-30 at Motley Drive, Mesquite; 270-3300. General hospital; 172 beds; offers maternity (LDR rooms), cardiac catheterization, home health care, ICU/CCU, gero-psychiatric care, and emergency unit (CareFlight).

Methodist Medical Center. 1441 N. Beckley Ave.; 947-8181. General hospital; 463 beds (all private rooms); offers cancer treatment, cardiac rehabilitation, CCU, ICU. neonatal ICU, neuro-ICU, open-heart surgery, organ transplant, and major trauma service

Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas. 8200 Walnut Hill Ln.; 345-6789. Full-service acute-care hospital; 934 beds; offers arthritis consultation center, cardiovascular services including cardiac rehabilitation and cardiovascular fitness center, pain management program, exercise and environmental medicine, Gamma Knife, high-risk OB unit, hyperbaric medicine, neonatal ICU, neurosciences, oncology, ophthalmology, Parkinson’s center, rehabilitation, senior care, Sleep Medicine Institute, urology, and women’s diagnostic and breast center.

Presbyterian Hospital of Piano. 6200 W Parker Rd., Piano; 608-8000. Acute-care hospital; 90 beds; offers emergency services, health education, ICU/CCU, physician referral, rehabilitation, and women’s services program.

RHD Memorial Medical Center. 7 Medical Pkwy., LBj Freeway at Webb Chapel; 247-1000. General hospital; 323 beds; offers emergency department, cardiac catheterization, open-heart surgery, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, ICU.cancertreatment, and occupational medicine.

Seay Behavioral Health Center. 6110 W. Parker Rd., Piano; 608-8300. Child and adolescent psychiatric/chemical dependency; 30 beds; offers alcohol and drug treatment, adolescent/children’s psychiatric service, emergency drug overdose service, and chemical dependency outpatient program.

St. Paul Medical Center. 5909 Harry Hines Blvd.; 879-1000. Full-service acute care hospital; 600 beds; offers bone and joint services, breast center, cancer services, cardiac services. CCU, chemical dependency treatment, diabetes management, emergency services, high-risk pregnancy care, home health care, ICU, mobile mammography, open-heart surgery, heart and lung transplantation, and psychiatric services. Physician referral services: 879-3099; women’s services: 879 3887.

Southeast Dallas Health Center. 9202 Elam Rd.; 309-7620. One of Parkland’s community-oriented primary care facilities; offers primary health care, onsite lab and radiology, pharmacy, nutritional counseling, mammography, and WIC program.

Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. 2222 Welborn; 559-5000. 125 beds; provides treatment for orthopedic and related neuroto^ical disabilities, Ilizarov treatment and hand reconstruction, spina bifida, orthotics and prosthetics, pediatrics rheumatology- dyslexia assessment and teaching assistance; for children under 19; no charge for services and no financial eligibility requirement.



Timberlawn Mental Health System. 4600 Samuell Blvd.; 381-7181. Psychiatric hospital; 164 beds; The only treatment center in Texas ranked among the top psychiatric hospitals in the country by U.S. News and World Report; offers psychiatric chemical dependency treatment, acute crisis stabilization, acute adult day hospital, alternative living programs, sexual issues program, substance abuse evening program, residential treatment for adults and adolescents, and four outpatient clinics.



Tri-City Hospital. 7525 Scyene Rd.; 381-7171. General hospital; 137 beds; offers cardiac rehabilitation, ICU. cardiac catheterization, physical therapy, physician referral, geriatric psychiatry, medical detoxification and aftercare program, respiratory therapy, and general emergency services.



Vencor Hospital of Dallas. 1600 Ahrams Rd.; 818-2400. Acute care/long-term specialty hospital; 69 beds; ventilator patients, care for the cata-Strophically ill, and renal dialysis and pulmonary rehabilitation/respiratory care.



Willow Creek Hospital. 7000 Hwy. 287 South, Arlington; 817-561-1600. Comprehensive psychiatric hospital; 96 beds; offers chemical dependedcy treatment, recreational therapy, residential treatment, and psychiatrie emergency treatment.

Zale Lipshy University Hospital. 5151 Harry Hines Blvd.; 590-3000. Private, not-for-profit tertiary referral hospital serving the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; 146 beds; neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, ophthalmology, urology, ENT services, psychiatry, rehabilitation services, cancer treatment, and cardiology.



POLITICS

Party Headquarters

Dallas County Democratic Party: Lisa Y. Payne, chairperson; 6440 N, Central Expwy., Ste. 416, Dallas; 75206. 891-1661.

Dallas County Republican Party: Bob Driegert, chairperson; 5646 Milton, Ste. 120, Dallas, 75206;369-9555.



Dallas Independent School District (DISD)

For general information on district activities, call 989-8000. Superintendent Dr. Chad Woolery may be reached at 989-8080. The public school board meetings are held the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building, 3700 Ross Ave. The board members serve three-year terms. The terms of Gilliam, McDow, and Parrot expire in 1997, the terms of Leos,Ewell, and Plata expire in 1998, and the terms of Keever, Staff, and Brashear expire in 1999.

District 1, Bill Keever, president, 989-8029

District 2, Roxan Staff, 319-9919

District 3, Lois Parrott, 328-6809

District 4, Lynda McDow, 287-5155

District 5, Yvonne Ewell, 989-8545

District 6, Hollis Brashear. 989-8029

District 7, Jose Plata, 989-8030

District 8, Kathleen Leos, vice president, 989-8545

District 9, Kathlyn Gilliam, 428-0576

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART}

DART board members are appointed by city councils of participating entities. Each of the 15 members serves a two-year term. The board meets the second and fourth Tuesdays at DART headquarters, 1401 Pacific Ave. Information: 979-1111.

Dallas City Council

The council meets for a briefing on the first and third Wednesdays of the month and holds agenda meetings (during which voting takes place) at 8:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays. Meetings at City Hall, 1500 Manila St., are open to the public. The council members serve two-year terms. The mayor serves a four-year term.

Mayor, District 15, Ron Kirk, 670-0773

District 1, Steve Salazar, 670-4052

District 2, Chris Luna, 670-4048

District 3, Robert Stimson, 670-4199

District 4, Larry Duncan, 670-0781

District 5. Donald W. Hicks, St., 670-0777

District 6, Barbara Mallory Caraway, 670-0776

District 7, Charlotte Mayes, 670-4689

District 8, Al Lipscomb, 670-4066

District 9, Mary C. Poss, 670-4069

District 10, Alan Walne, 670-4068

District 11, Paul N. Fielding, 670-7817

Mayor Pro Tem, District 12, Max Wells, 670-4067

District 13, Donna Blumer, 670-3816

District 14. Craig McDaniel, 670-5415



Dallas County Commissioners Court

This body serves much like a city council but makes decisions on county business, such as toads and courts. Public meetings are held every Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Dallas County Administration Budding, 411 Elm St. The members serve four-year terms; John Wiley Price and Jim Jackson are up for re-election in November, and the terms of the other three members will expire in November 1998.

County Judge, Lee Jackson, 653-7555

District 1, Jim Jackson, 247 -1735

District 2, Mike Cantrell, 240-1740

District 3, John Wiley Price, 653-6671

District 4, Kenneth A. Mayfield, 339-8381



State Senators

Both the Texas House and Senate are in session from January to May in odd-numbered years.

All of the following area senators are running for re election this November except David Sibley and Royce West, whose terms expire in November 1998.

District 2, David Cain, D-Dallas, 826-0160

District 8, Florence Shapiro, R-Plano, 964-5585

District 9, Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, 724-0066

District 10, Chris Harris, R-Arlington, 817-861-9333

District 12, Mike Moncrief, D-Fort Worth, 817-338-9420

District 16, John Carona, R-Dallas, 265-8963

District 22, David Sibley, R-Waco. 817-772-9709

District 23, Royce West, D-Dallas, 467-0123



State House of Representatives

The representatives serve two year terms.

In November, Texans will vote to fill all seats.

District 65, Burt Solomons, R Carrollton, 394-3904

District 66, Brian McCall, R-Plano, 881-0890

District 67, Jerry Madden, R-Richardson, 424-2235

District 99, Kenny Marchant, R-Coppell, 418-6100

District 100, Sam Hudson, D-Dallas, 744-5180

District 101, Elvira Reyna, R-Mesquite, 279-7030

District 102, Tony Goolsby, R-Dallas, 385-8777

District 103, Steve Wolens, D-Dallas, 528-5566

District 104, Roberto Alonzo, D-Dallas, 948-9200

District 105, Dale Tillery, D-Dallas, 324-9010

District 106, Ray Allen, R-Grand Prairie, 264-4231

District 107, Harryette Ehrhardt, D-Dallas, 824-3107

District 108, vacant

District 109, Helen Giddings. D-DeSoto, 224-6795

District 110, Jesse Jones, D-Dallas, 375-3773

District 111, Yvonne Davis, D-Dallas, 941-3895

District 112, Fred Hill, R-Richardson, 234-8980

District 113, Joe Driver, R-Garland, 276-1556

District 114, Will Hartnett, R-Dallas, 698-1776



U.S. Representatives

The representatives serve two-year terms. In November, Texans will vote to fill all seats.

District 3, Sam Johnson, R-Plano, 739-0182

District 5, John Bryant, D-Dallas, 767-6554

District 6, Joe Barton, R-Ennis, (metro) 817-543-1000

District 11, Chet Edwards, D-Waco.817-752-9600

District 12, Pete Geren, D-Fort Worth, 817-3380909

District 24, Martin Frost, D-Dallas, 948-3401

District 26, Dick Armey, R-Lewisville, 556-2500

District 30, Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Dallas, 922-8885



U.S. Senators

Senators serve six-year terms. Phil Gramm is running for re-election this November, while Kay Bailey Hutchison’s term does not expire until 2000.

Phil Gramm, Republican, 767-3000

Kay Bailey Hutchison, Republican, 361-3500

RADIO STATIONS

AM Stations:

KDFT-AM 540: Black gospel

KLIF-AM 570: Talk, news

KAAM-AM 620: Big band

KSKY-AM 660: Christian talk, music

KKDA-AM 730: Soul, gospel, talk

KPBC-AM 770: Christian country

WBAP-AM 820: Talk, news, ABC

KFJZ-AM 870: Spanish

KXEB-AM 910: Nortena. sports

KHVN-AM 970: Black gospel

KGGR-AM 1040: Black Christian

KRLD-AM 1080: Talk, news, CBS, Texas Rangers games

KDMM-AM 1150: ’40s. ’50s & ’60s hits

KDFX-AM 1190: Christian talk

KESS-AM 1270: Regional Mexican, sports talk

KTCK-AM1310: Sports

KAHZ-AM 1360: Children’s programming

KBEC-AM 1390: Classic country

KGVL-AM 1400: Classic country

KINF-AM 1440: Talk, sports, news

KMRT-AM 1480: Spanish ballads

KTNO-AM 1540: Spanish religious

KPYK-AM 1570: Big band, easy listening

KRVA-AM 1600: Latin Top 40

FM Stations:

KIKT-FM83.5: Country

KNTU-FM 88.1: Jazz, classical

KEOM-FM 88.5: Adult contemporary

KTCU-FM 88.7: Jazz, alternative rock

KETR-FM 88.9: Oldies, jazz

KNON-FM 89.3: Community

KERA-FM 90.1: National Public Radio

KCBI-FM 90.9: Inspirational

KVTT-FM 91.7: Religious

KZPS-FM 92.5: Classic rock

K1.TYT:M 94.1: Christian contemporary

KDGE-FM 94.5: New rock

KEWS-FM 94.9: News, CNN

KHYI-FM 95.3: Traditional country

KSCS-FM 96.3: Country

KEGL-FM 97.1: Rock. Howard Stern

KRRW-FM 97.9: Oldies, classic rock

KLIV-FM 98.7: Oldies

KICII-FM 99.1:Tejano

KPLX-FM 99.5: Country

KRBV-FM 100.3: R&B. oldies

WRR-FM 101.1: Classical

KTXQ-FM 102.1: Album rock

KDMX-FM 102.9: Adult contemporary

KEMM-FM 103.3: Country

KVIL-1’M 103.7: Adult contemporary

KKDA-FM 104.5: Urban contemporary

KYNG-FM 105.3: Contemporary country

KHKS-FM 106.1: Top 40

KXGM-FM 106,5: Adult contemporary

KMRT-FM 106.7: Spanish ballads

KRVA-FM 106.9: Latin contemporary

KTLR-FM 107.1: Tejano, classic country

KOA1-FM 107.5: Smooth jazz

KICI-FM 107.9: Tejano