| Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School | |
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| Location | |
| Dallas, TX |
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| Information | |
| Type | Public, Secondary |
| Motto | "Girls Today, Women Tomorrow, Leaders Forever". |
| School district | Dallas Independent School District |
| Principal | Vivian Taylor-Samudio |
| Grades | 6-12 |
| Color(s) | Black and Red |
| Mascot | Panther |
Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School is the first public all-girls school in the state of Texas.[1] Rangel, a part of the Dallas Independent School District, is located in Fair Park, Dallas.[2]
The school was established in 2004.[3]
Mission Statement: The mission of Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School is to nurture young women in leadership roles in a global society, through a community dedicated to rigorous educational and cultural experiences.To ensure that students graduate from college, we will prepare young women to succeed in all fields, particularly: math, science, technology, leadership, and wellness.
Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School graduated its first class in 2009 and continues to serve its motto: Girls Today. Women Tomorrow. Leaders Forever.
Through grants, the Foundation for the Education of Young Women (supports programs to enhance the education experience at Irma Rangel to support three core values: College Preparation, Responsible Leadership and Wellness Life Skills.[4] The Irma L. Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School is the First All-Girls Public Magnet School in Texas. Originally housed in the historic Stephen J. Hay Building, located at 3801 Herschel Ave, in the city's Oak Lawn district, it opened its doors to students on August 16, 2004 under the leadership of Principal Vivian Taylor-Samudio, with 125 girls. In the 2005-2006 school year the school expanded to receive 9th grade students. During the 2006-2007 school year, it has expanded to receive 6th & 10th grade students. The school finally reached grades 6 through 12 during the 2008-2009 school year, graduating its first class in the 2008-2009 academic school year.[5]
The school is named after the Honorable Irma Lerma Rangel who was the first Mexican-American woman elected to the Texas House of Representatives, and the first woman elected as Chair of the Mexican-American Legislative Caucus.[6]
TEA exemplary school (2006 to present); sixth place 30th Annual Mathematics Olympiad
Principal of the Year nominee: Vivian Taylor-Samudio
First place in 2005 Dallas Art Educators Association: Kathryn Tharp
Kimberly Ferguson received the 2008 STEM award by TI (Texas Instruments) 2008 STEM award recipient.
Won in the District 5A High School One-Act Play Competition for the 2007-2008 school year
Received grant from the Dallas Museum of Art for the 6th grade Talented and Gifted class for 2008-2009 school year.
Received grant from Citibank for Introduction to Business class for 7th and 8th graders.
It became a 2011 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.
Extracurricular activities: Lacrosse, Academic Decathlon, Volleyball, and Basketball
Special Programs: Student Laptop Program, Advisory Groups, Orchestra, Handbells, Drama
| Dallas Independent School District | |
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| High schools | … full list Bryan Adams | Adamson | Carter | Conrad | Hillcrest | Jefferson | Kimball | Lincoln | Madison | Molina | North Dallas | Pinkston | Roosevelt | Samuell | Seagoville | Skyline | South Oak Cliff | Spruce | Sunset | Wilmer-Hutchins | W. T. White | Wilson |
| Middle schools | … full list Anderson | Hill | Marsh | Quintanilla |
| Elementary schools | … full list Hooe | Lakewood | Milam | Preston Hollow |
| Magnet schools | Townview magnets: Government, Law, & Law Enforcement | Science and Engineering Magnet | Talented & Gifted | Business and Management | Education and Social Services | Health Professions Other High Schools: Washington HS for Performing and Visual Arts | Gilliam Collegiate Academy | Lincoln Humanities/Communications Magnet | Skyline | Smith New Tech Middle/High: Obama Male | Rangel Young Women's | PreK-8: Dealey Montessori | Stone Montessori | 4-8: Travis Academy/Vanguard |
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