We're kicking off Halloween with a Halloween-themed breakfast filled with seasonal treats, hot coffee, and plenty of appreciation for the amazing work our educators do every day.

After breakfast, we will host a Faculty Costume Contest, a spirited showdown of creativity, humor, and Halloween flair. Prizes will be awarded for standout costumes!

This is a chance to celebrate our faculty in style, build community, and start Halloween with laughter and gratitude. Costumes encouraged, smiles guaranteed!

Sign up to volunteer!

Gift Card prize donations for the event accepted via our Amazon Event Wish List or by dropping off at the Front Desk by 4:30 PM on Thursday, October 29.

At Booker T., we pride ourselves on being a community that supports one another both inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to join us in supporting the Pegasus Pantry, a vital resource that provides food and essential household items to students and families in need.

This effort is a collaboration between Pegasus Pantry and the PTSA, with students helping to monitor donations and spread the word throughout the Booker T. community, but we can’t do it without you.

Every donation helps ensure that no student or family goes without basic necessities during a time of year that can be stressful and difficult.

Drop-off Hours | Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM

Location | Drop boxes will be located near the front desk at the main entrance, as well as with Nurse Wiley outside of the Clinic for students to bring and drop-off.

***SPECIAL DROP-OFF*** Bring any of the above listed items to the PTSA meeting on November 10th at 6 PM. Donation boxes will be inside the Commons.

Thank you for showing up with compassion and generosity. Together, we can keep our community nourished and supported, especially when it matters most.

Donations can also be made through the Pegasus Pantry Amazon Wishlist!

As the parent of a Booker T. student who plans on attending a four year college or university, you simply can’t afford to miss this parent workshop on Wednesday, November 4^th at 6:30 PM in the Commons. The PTSA is excited bring you college planning expert Doug Bryan with Insight College & Financial Solutions. He will be sharing secrets on how to send your child to schools you never thought you could afford.

Topics in this 80 minute workshop include:

• How the BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL will impact your college plans.
• How to send your child to the school of their dreams without getting trapped in a financial nightmare.
• An interactive example of how the admissions “game” REALLY works.
• Where to find big piles of free money and not fight over the scraps everyone else is going after.
• Why you shouldn’t be afraid of the “sticker price” of an expensive private school.
• Why listening to your CPA, financial advisor or other parents could cost you BIG TIME.
• And much, MUCH more.

Having this valuable information is like having a flashlight to explore a cave, while every other parent stumbles through blind.

Click here for more info and/or to register. Bring a friend! This workshop is a community event open to any parent with a high school student in any grade level, from any high school.

This workshop is completely free for all attendees. Following the workshop, families who sign up for a one-on-one consultation with Insight College & Financial Solutions can feel good knowing that 100% of the initial consultation fee will be donated to support Class of 2028 senior activities and events. 

Student Tickets: Click on this form to purchase tickets for BTW students. These pre-sale tickets can be purchased online through October 30 for $25. Students can also buy tickets at the door for $35. 

Guest Tickets:Click on this form to purchase guest tickets. A limited number of tickets will be available for students to bring a guest that does not attend BTWHSPVA. Guests must complete a guest approval form and have it signed by their school administration and the BTW Administration: Principal Williams, Dean Countryman, or Dr. Barrett, before they can purchase a ticket for their non-BTW guest. The form must be uploaded to their guest ticket purchase in order to proceed to check out. Guest Tickets are $25 each. The deadline to purchase is October 30.

IMPORTANT FOR ALL STUDENTS (BTW & GUEST):

• ID REQUIRED | Students and guests must bring their student ID to check in at the dance. (They do not need to wear their ID.)
• DRESS CODE | Semi-Formal / Dress to Impress attire is recommended. Dress code will be enforced.

BTWHSPVA is seeking professionals from a wide range of industries to share their career journeys, experiences, and advice with our talented students. This is a unique opportunity to help our scholar artists explore future possibilities, gain real-world insight, and learn from accomplished professionals who have turned their passions into successful careers.

We know our PTSA community is filled with incredible parents and family members whose experiences could make a lasting impact. Whether you work in business, healthcare, technology, law, the arts, engineering, communications, entrepreneurship, or another field, your story could be exactly what inspires a student to pursue their dreams.

Step up, share your expertise, and help shape the future of our students.

Sign up today!

A proud native of Miami, Florida, Tiffani Turner brought her passion for the arts, education, and service to North Texas seven years ago. With more than 20 years of professional experience in audit, accounting, and financial reporting, she is honored to serve as the BTWHSPVA PTSA Treasurer for the 2026-2027 school year. In this role, she oversees the financial stewardship of PTSA funds and provides monthly financial reconciliations that promote transparency and accountability in how funds are raised, managed, and invested in support of students and staff.

Tiffani's journey in the arts began at age eight when she first picked up the violin. Her artistic interests soon expanded to dance, where she studied ballet, tap, and jazz before earning a place on her high school's dance line and marching band auxiliary, the Miami Killian Cougarettes. Although her academic path ultimately led her to Florida State University, where she earned bachelor's degrees in both Accounting and Finance, she continued taking dance classes and nurturing her love of the performing arts throughout college.

Following graduation, Tiffani launched her career at a Big Four accounting firm in Miami before relocating to Atlanta, where she joined the finance organization of a Fortune 500 telecommunications company. Her dedication and professional growth with that organization eventually brought her to Dallas, a city she is now proud to call home.

Tiffani's connection to Booker T. began when she attended I Am Booker T. Day and Pegasus Pickup. Overwhelmed by the wealth of information available to families and eager to stay informed, she joined the PTSA and began attending meetings. Initially volunteering as a Monthly Financial Reviewer because of her finance background, she soon learned there was a need for a Treasurer and stepped forward to serve. Since then, she has become an invaluable part of the PTSA leadership team.

Her scholar artist, Kendall, is a junior in the Visual Arts Conservatory, where Tiffani also serves as Guild Treasurer. Kendall was one of the first five students accepted to Booker T. from the newly formed MLK Arts Academy K-8. As a freshman, she earned third place in the Scrap Can Be Beautiful competition for her scrap metal sculpture. Today, Kendall enjoys design and sculpture classes and plans to continue studying visual arts beyond high school.

One of Tiffani's favorite Booker T. traditions is the All-School Musical, which she believes perfectly embodies the school's collaborative spirit. She loves seeing students from every conservatory come together to create an ambitious, professional-quality production right on campus, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication that defines what makes Booker T. exceptional.

Outside of her volunteer work, Tiffani enjoys spending time with family and friends, whether gathered around a table at a new restaurant, connecting over the phone, or exploring new destinations around the world. An avid traveler, she has visited 18 countries and is always looking forward to her next adventure. She also continues to pursue her love of dance and even participated in an NBA pregame dance performance during the Dallas Mavericks versus Indiana Pacers game in March 2023. When it's time to unwind, some of her favorite guilty pleasures include Tubi movies, The Kardashians, and The Real Housewives franchise.

In addition to her PTSA and Guild leadership roles, Tiffani serves as the Dallas Regional Representative for Black Alumni at Florida State University, where she was recently recognized as Regional Representative of the Year. Her love for Florida State and the Seminole community fuels her commitment to connecting alumni and supporters throughout North Texas. Her dedication to service also extends to several nonprofit organizations close to her heart, including M.E.N.D. and Hope Mommies.

Tiffani's dedication extends far beyond balancing budgets and tracking expenses. She approaches every decision with a thoughtful commitment to supporting the programs, initiatives, and opportunities that enrich the Booker T. experience. Her reliability, integrity, and willingness to tackle even the most complex financial matters have made her an indispensable member of the Executive Board.

On behalf of the entire Booker T. community, we extend our sincere appreciation to Tiffani for her countless hours of service, exceptional leadership, and steadfast commitment to our mission. Her behind-the-scenes efforts help turn ideas into reality and ensure the PTSA remains strong, effective, and positioned to support future generations of scholar artists. We are deeply grateful for all she does to help our students and school thrive.

To become a donor or for general questions, donate by clicking the link below or contact us at btwhspvaptsa@gmail.com.

Hamlet ESP is a 1974 play by Paul Baker, an adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet that focuses on the inner world of the mind, using three actors to play the role of Hamlet to explore his complex thoughts and perceptions. The play emphasizes the internal conflict and imagination, presenting the action as a drama of both external events and the inner psyche. Student preview is October 21 (students only). Final performances will be in the MAT on October 28-29.

TICKETS ($10 Adult, $5 Student)

Join us for two evenings of exceptional student musicianship as the Piano and Chamber Music Ensembles take the stage in the Black Box Theatre on October 28 and 29 at 6:30 PM. These performances will showcase a diverse selection of piano works and chamber music repertoire, highlighting the artistry, technical skill, and collaborative spirit of Booker T.'s talented student musicians.

Each evening will feature a different group of performers and repertoire, making every concert a unique experience. Whether you attend one night or both, you’ll enjoy an inspiring celebration of classical music and the remarkable growth of our student artists. We encourage patrons to attend both performances to experience the full breadth of talent and musical excellence on display.

Ticket link coming soon!

• October 28-29 (T) Play | Hamlet ESP
• October 28-29 (M) Fall Piano & Chamber Recital
• October 30 (T, AS) Fright Night & Boo Bash
• November 4 (AS) How to Pay for College Workshop
• November 7 (M) Brass and Jazz in the Park
• November 7 (AS) All-School Dance
• November 16-19 (AS) Custodial & Cafeteria Appreciation Pie Drive
• November 18-20 (S) Senior College Showcase Week
• November 21-29 (AS) Thanksgiving Break
• December 2-3 (M) Fall Classics
• December 8 (AS) Magnet Open House
• December 9-10 (M) Winter Grand Concert
• December 9-11 (VA) Arts Market
• December 19-January 5 (AS) Winter Break

The calendar is subject to change. Please check the school calendar to confirm.

Codes: (AS) All School, (A) Academic Conservatory, (D) Dance Conservatory, (J) Juniors, (M) Music Conservatory, (PS) Prospective Students, (RS) Rising Students, (T) Theatre Conservatory, (UP) Upperclassman, (UN) Underclassman, (VA) Visual Arts Conservatory, (S) Seniors, (SO) Sophomores, (F) Faculty, (FR) Freshmen

2026-27 Approved D.I.S.D. Calendar

Information in this section has been shared before, but we are keeping it here so you have easy access to important details and helpful links.

REMEMBER, when you pay into Class Dues it also includes a PTSA membership for your student!

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