Nonprofits & business

Forerunner Mentoring, a nonprofit that pairs fatherless boys in Lake Highlands with male role models, has expanded its services. The program, which was initially created for middle school students, now operates at the grade school level too. In addition to its clients at Lake Highlands Junior High School, the group serves six boys at Northlake Elementary. Forerunner also offers a family ministry for the moms of its mentees. The ladies receive uplifting texts and phone calls from female volunteers, praising them for their hard work.

Lake Highlands-based business Mess Masters Housecleaning, owned and operated by Sara Anderson, is celebrating 25 years in business. They have always used all-natural cleaning products that they make themselves, Anderson says.

People

The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference recently named James Lonergan, a 2012 graduate of Lake Highlands High School, Men’s Basketball Player of the Week. This accolade came after Lonergan, who plays for Colorado College, led his team to win four out of five games in a seven-day period.

Another Lake Highlands High School graduate, Bess Detar (class of 2012), performed at the 80th annual Cotton Bowl Classic. She’s a Kilgore Rangerette and showed off her high kick during halftime.

Education

District officials at Richardson ISD are considering reallocating $27.6 million in 2016 bond money. Instead of constructing multipurpose practice facilities or redesigning libraries, they’d use the funds to (1) relocate a small portion of the Skyview attendance area to Thurgood Marshall Elementary, (2) add classrooms at Aikin, Stults Road and White Rock elementaries, (3) add up to 12 classrooms to Northlake Elementary for a pre-K and kindergarten center and (4) pursue land to build a new elementary school in Lake Highlands. The bond package will be finalized this month and go to voters in May.

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Highlander School

9120 Plano Rd. Dallas / 214.348.3220 / www.highlanderschool.com Founded in 1966, Highlander offers an enriched curriculum in a positive, Christian-based environment. By limiting class size, teachers are able to build a strong educational foundation to ensure confidence in academics, athletics, and the creative and performing arts. Highlander offers a “classic” education which cannot be equaled. Monthly tours offered; call for a reservation.

Kessler School

Pre K – 6th Grade / 1215 Turner Ave, Dallas TX 75208 / 214-942-2220 / www. thekesserschool.com The Kessler School offers an innovative academic environment that gives students a solid foundation, confidence, and a love of learning. Located just minutes from downtown Dallas; The Kessler School’s mission is to “educate the whole child,” and provides an individualized approach to teaching – meeting the student where their needs are. Students are educated socially through community time, physically through daily PE, academically through a wellrounded curriculum, and spiritually through a fostering of awareness and individual growth.

Lakehill Preparatory School

Leading to Success. 2720 Hillside Dr., Dallas 75214 / 214.826.2931 / lakehillprep.org

Kindergarten through Grade 12 - Lakehill Preparatory School takes the word preparatory in its name very seriously. Throughout a student’s academic career, Lakehill builds an educational program that achieves its goal of enabling graduates to attend the finest, most rigorous universities of choice. Lakehill combines a robust, college-preparatory curriculum with opportunities for personal growth, individual enrichment, and community involvement. From kindergarten through high school, every Lakehill student is encouraged to strive, challenged to succeed, and inspired to excel.

Solar Preparatory School For Girls

2617 N. Henderson Ave. / 972.925.3306/ dallasisd.org/solarprep An exciting new Choice School in Dallas ISD. Accepting student applications Jan. 6-29 for kindergarten, first and second grade in the 2016-2017 school year. The mission at Solar Prep is to prepare girls to become trailblazers in STEAM-related fields and equip them with a depth of knowledge, capacity for leadership, strength of character, and love of self. Solar Prep offers blended learning, project-based learning, tech literacy and coding, engineering, robotics, integrated art, and drama. Enrollment is open to all girls living within the Dallas ISD boundaries, there are no academic entry requirements, and transportation will be provided. Visit www.dallasisd.org/solarprep for more information and to submit an application.

Spanish House

Four East Dallas Locations / 214.826.4410 / DallasSpanishHouse.com Spanish Immersion Program in East Dallas! Nursery, Preschool, Elementary and Adult Programs available. Our new K-5 Dual-Language Elementary School will be opening in August 2016 at 7159 E. Grand Avenue. Please visit our website (DallasSpanishHouse.com) or call 214.826.4410 for a tour.

Iscopal School

848 Harter Rd., Dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / stjohnsschool.org

Founded in 1953, St. John’s is an independent, co-educational day school for Pre-K through Grade 8. With a tradition for academic excellence, St. John’s programs include a challenging curriculum in a Christian environment along with instruction in the visual and performing arts, Spanish, German, French, and opportunities for athletics and community service.St. John’s goal for its students is to develop a love for learning, service to others, and leadership grounded in love, humility, and wisdom. Accredited by ISAS, SAES, and the Texas Education Agency.

White Rock North School

9727 White Rock Trail Dallas / 214.348.7410 / WhiteRockNorthSchool.com

6 Weeks through 6th Grade. Our accelerated curriculum provides opportunity for intellectual and physical development in a loving and nurturing environment. Character-building and civic responsibility are stressed. Facilities include indoor swimming pool, skating rink, updated playground, and state-of-the-art technology lab. Kids Club on the Corner provides meaningful after-school experiences. Summer Camp offers field trips, swimming, and a balance of indoor and outdoor activities designed around fun-filled themes. Accredited by SACS. Call for a tour of the campus.

Zion Lutheran School

6121 E. Lovers Ln. Dallas / 214.363.1630 / ziondallas. org Toddler care thru 8th Grade. Serving Dallas for over 58 years offering a quality education in a Christ-centered learning environment. Degreed educators minister to the academic, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of students and their families. Before and after school programs, Extended Care, Parents Day Out, athletics, fine arts, integrated technology, Spanish, outdoor education, Accelerated Reader, advanced math placement, and student government. Accredited by National Lutheran School & Texas District Accreditation Commissions and TANS. Contact Principal Jeff Thorman.

A guide to navigating local health and wellness solutions

5 Tips For Choosing A New Dentist

Finding a new dentist can be intimidating. Now, more than ever, there seems to be a dental office or clinic on every corner. But Dr. Ashly Cothern is here to help. Before scheduling your next dental appointment, consider these tips:

Seek The Comforts Of Home

If you’re anxious about dental procedures — or even a dental cleaning — it’s important to find a dentist that makes the process as painless as possible. At Dr. Cothern’s office there are pillows, blankets, and headphones with your choice of streaming movies or music. If you feel particularly nervous about dental treatment, nitrous oxide and sedation are also available.

RESEARCH YOUR DENTIST’S EDUCATION

A graduate of Texas Tech University and of the Baylor College of Dentistry, Dr. Cothern’s dental practice has several pillars — to offer the most technologically advanced and effective dental care available, and to offer the most comfortable dental care experience possible.

Look For A Second Opinion

Seek out a second opinion if you feel uncertain. “There is no pressure to get work done at our office. We want you to feel confident that you are getting the best care possible,” she says.

Learn About Payment Options

Find a dentist who is willing to estimate fees before starting recommended treatments. “Optimal, comprehensive dentistry is what we practice, and we do not base our treatment on what insurance will or will not pay. We base our treatment on what is best for you,” Dr. Cothern says.

Ask Questions

A knowledgeable and friendly staff will answer your questions, demonstrate techniques, and give further education so you can care for your smile in every way. “The health of your mouth can be directly related to the rest of your body, including major organs such as your heart, brain and lungs,” Dr. Cothern says. She helps her patients restore and maintain a beautiful smile, while encouraging them to care for their entire body.

Dr. Cothern knows that you have a choice. If you value quality care and a genuine long-lasting relationship, Dr. Ashly Cothern is here for you.

Anglican

ALL SAINTS EAST DALLAS / allsaintseastdallas.org

Sunday worship service at 5:00 pm

Meeting at Central Lutheran Church / 1000 Easton Road

Baptist

LAKESIDE BAPTIST / 9150 Garland Rd / 214.324.1425

Sunday School 9:15am & Worship 10:30am

Pastor Jeff Donnell / www.lbcdallas.com

PARK CITIES BAPTIST CHURCH / 3933 Northwest Pky / pcbc.org

Worship & Bible Study 9:15 & 10:45 Traditional, Contemporary, Spanish Speaking / 214.860.1500

WILSHIRE BAPTIST / 4316 Abrams / 214.452.3100

Pastor George A. Mason Ph.D. / Worship 8:30 & 11:00 am

Bible Study 9:40 am / www.wilshirebc.org

Bible Churches

NORTH HIGHLANDS BIBLE CHURCH / www.nhbc.net / 9626 Church Rd.

Sunday: LifeQuest (all ages) 9:00 am / Worship 10:30 am

Student Ministry: Wednesday & Sunday 7:00 pm / 214.348.9697

Disciples Of Christ

EAST DALLAS CHRISTIAN CHURCH / 629 N. Peak Street / 214.824.8185

Sunday School 9:30 am / Worship 8:30 am - Chapel

10:50 am - Sanctuary / Rev. Deborah Morgan-Stokes / edcc.org

Lutheran

CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA / 1000 Easton Road

Sunday School for all ages 9:00 am / Worship Service 10:30 am

Pastor Rich Pounds / CentralLutheran.org / 214.327.2222

FIRST UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH / 6202 E Mockingbird Ln.

Sunday Worship Service 10:30 am / Call for class schedule. 214.821.5929 / www.dallaslutheran.org

Methodist

LAKE HIGHLANDS UMC / 9015 Plano Rd. / 214.348.6600 / lhumc.com

Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School / 10:30 am Coffee Worship: 8:30 am & 10:50 am Traditional / 10:50 am Contemporary

Presbyterian

LAKE HIGHLANDS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH / 214.348.2133

8525 Audelia Road at NW Hwy. / www.lhpres.org

9:00 am Contemporary, 9:55 am Christian Ed., 11:00 am Traditional

NORTHRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH / 6920 Bob-O-Link Dr. 214.827.5521 / www.northridgepc.org / Welcomes you to Worship

8:30 & 11:00 am / Church School 9:35 am / Childcare provided.

Unity

UNITY OF DALLAS / A Positive Path for Spiritual Living

6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 / 972.233.7106 / UnityDallas.org

Sundays: 9:00 am Early Service, 11:00 am Celebration Service