SITE BASED DECISION MAKING COMMITTEE

The SBDM advises the Principal in establishing campus specific goals and plans for student growth and improvement in academic performance and physical and mental well-being.

 

2025-26 SBDM COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Parents

April Ogboenyiya, Chair

Errin Martin, Vice-Chair

Stephanie Garner

Open Positon I

Open Position II

 

Faculty

Jeanne Elser-Smith

Elizabeth Matere

Natalie Ventura

Zuleka Valdes

LaCour LaCour

Amber Garrett

 

2025-26 SBDM SUBCOMMITTEES

  1. Academic Excellence

    • Support teachers and administrators through data reporting and analysis of testing information with focus on highlighting best practices for student achievement and emotional wellbeing.

      SBDM Parent Lead- Stephanie Garner, stephanie725@gmail.com

  2. Learning Environments

    • Focused on ensuring Dealey has optimal learning environment to ensure safety and security, facility readiness and future planning.

      SBDM Parent Lead: Errin Martin - Errinbmartin@gmail.com

  3. Strategic Planning & Recruitment

    • Support long-term planning for Dealey, including strategic positioning, Teacher and staff retention, student recruiting, creating a stable and thriving community.

      SBDM Parent Lead:

  4. Middle School Academics & Well-being

    • Focused on creating a dialogue between middle school parents and teachers to ensure that students are appropriately challenged, that important behavioral issues are addressed, and that Dealey is ensuring a culture of kindness and respect in the Middle School hallway.

      SBDM Parent Chair: Russell Young - russell_h_young@hotmail.com

      SBDM Teacher Chair: Ms. Valdes

  5. Athletic Engagement

    • The Student Athletics committee is for centralizing athletic program opportunities for our Dealey Dragons. The subcommittee will be exploring & creating communications avenues for parents. We will also be coordinating with Dallas ISD middle schools with UIL athletics.

      SBDM Parent Chair: Willie Bass  - williedbass@gmail.com

WHAT DOES THE SITE BASED DECISION MAKING COMMITTEE DO?

 

The SBDM committee's advisory responsibilities include:

    • Establishing campus goals and plans for improving student performance and well-being through a Campus Needs Assessment (CNA) and performance data.
    • Developing, reviewing, and revising the Campus Improvement Plan (CIP). 
    • Providing input in the areas of curriculum, budget, school safety, school organization, and staffing patterns.
    • Approving campus level staff development plans and the use of discretionary funds.

For additional information, visit the Dallas ISD SBDM Webpage

WHO SITS ON THE SBDM COMMITTEE?

The SBDM members include the Principal, teachers, staff, and parent committee members. Parent committee members are nominated by Dealey parents each spring or appointed by the Principal.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SBDM & THE PTA?

The PTA (Parent Teacher Association) focuses on fostering communication and cooperation between parents, teachers and staff and providing critical support to the school through fundraising and volunteering. SBDM focuses on advising the Principal on crucial decisions related to academics, safety, and community well-being. We recommend being involved in both to enhance your child’s experience at Dealey.