Town of HP Honors HPISD Librarians

Town of HP Honors HPISD Librarians

HP Mayor Margo Goodwin presented a proclamation during the March 1 Town Council meeting declaring the week of April 3-9, 2022 as National Library Week in the Town of Highland Park. The Proclamation recognizes the work of HPISD librarians, citing that HPISD libraries offer an environment conducive to reading and learning, creative expression, investigation and research, and enhancement of knowledge for youth.

 

HPMS Librarian Jill Bellomy, HPHS Librarian Jenn Hampton and Bradfield Librarian Amy Jent attended the meeting to accept the proclamation on behalf of all HPISD librarians.

HP Town Hall 101: A Citizen Academy

HP Town Hall 101: A Citizen Academy

Mission

To improve citizens’ understanding of the workings of Town Hall while encouraging their involvement in the community to help sustain the quality of life for present and future generations of Highland Park’s residents.

Program Overview

Town Hall 101 is a Citizen Academy engagement course designed to provide the Town of Highland Park residents with a better understanding of the workings of your municipal government and how town services are delivered. The program gives participants a comprehensive look into town departments, programs and services offered in each. Learn how the Town of Highland Park is governed, how the annual budget is developed, and how your tax dollars work for you. There is no cost for residents 18 years or older to participate in Town Hall101.

Class size is limited. Selection process will be on a first comebasis.

Presenters

The class will hear from elected officials, guest lecturers, and Town personnel who will cover topics in their own areas of expertise. The collection of course speakers will provide a well-rounded overview of each topic, giving attendees a front row seat to the inner workings of Highland Park.

Cost

There is not a fee to participate.

Class Schedule

Beginning March 2022, the class schedule will meet quarterly at Town Hall on a Thursday evening. Classes will meet at 5:30p.m., on the second floor Council Chambers.

Need More Information

If are interested in signing up or you have graduated from a previous class (formerly know as Citizens’ Academy) and would like more information, please contact Holly Russell at 214-559-9308, hrussell@hptx.org.

* Meetings may be held in person or virtually.

Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Debutantes Introduced during 36th Annual Presentation Ball

Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Debutantes Introduced during 36th Annual Presentation Ball

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League 2022 Debutantes were introduced at the 36th Annual Presentation Ball which was held on February 12, 2022 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. The Honorary Chair for the Ball was Sherwood Wagner, a longtime supporter of the DSO and the Dallas community. The Presentation Ball Chair was Elizabeth Gambrell and DSOL President is Venise Stuart. “The Ball was the culmination of a season of events which started in May, 2021,” said DSOL President Venise Stuart. “It has provided an opportunity for these young debutantes and their honor guard escorts to experience the excitement and beauty of our world-class Dallas Symphony Orchestra and become our city’s next generation of symphony and arts supporters.”