Preston Hollow People June 2026

TEACHERS WHO STAY WITH US

School communities have a way of shaping families as much as they shape students.

When my kids were young, I wanted to be present for everything, to understand every assignment, every challenge, every friendship shift.

As they got older, I learned how to step back and trust the people who were with them during the hours I could not be.

Teachers became extensions of that trust.

When my children started elementary school, Wesley Prep’s classrooms were small by design — about 15 students — which meant no child could slip through unnoticed. It also meant no parent could remain at a distance for long.

We were in it together: teachers, students, and families moving through the years as a shared project in growing up.

Those relationships formed a framework around our family life. The teachers were not separate from parenting — they complemented it. They supported the bond between parent and child while making space for independence to take root.

For over a decade, as our sons moved through the school, we came to know a long line of teachers dedicated to our children’s development.

I felt fortunate then. Looking back now, I am especially moved by the steady mentors whose calm wisdom protected my motherly instincts as though they’d

already walked that road many times before I did.

Among the impactful mentors, one became a touchstone.

Sue Herring set the standard. She saw more in each child than they yet could see in themselves, and she made that vision feel possible. (See Page 26 for her full story).

There were countless fifth grade moments that felt less like school and more like community. Her classroom was filled with laughter and sticky fingers as parents joined students in carving pumpkins, roasting the seeds, and building scenes

from Dickens novels. Field trips stretched far beyond textbooks, including a multiday class retreat in the Arbuckle Mountains.

Wesley Prep gave our family a shared history with the people who helped shape our children. Ms. Herring guided our sons through a formative period of development.

For that, I will always be grateful.

What she gave me, something I didn’t know I needed at the time, remains with me as well.

Every so often, the perceptive fifth grade teacher would pull me aside to reassure me that I was getting it right.

For a young mom, that meant everything.

Drivers Targeted by Toll Payment Scam

The Texas Department of Transportation has issued a warning about a scam involving residents who received text messages claiming to be from Texas toll agencies requesting payment.

The warning comes after mobile carriers reported a rise in scams using direct messaging to defraud people out of money.

The messages, which appear to come from the North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) or TxTag, tell recipients they owe money for unpaid tolls and must pay immediately to avoid late fees or penalties. Many include a link directing users to what appears to be a payment site but is designed to collect personal or financial information.

A specialized unit of the Dallas Police Department (DPD) Financial Crimes Division, the Swindle Squad, has been assigned to investigate financial fraud offenses for DPD, including lotto, home improvement, traffic violations, jury duty, municipal court, and pigeon drop and switch scams. The unit also probes purchase order fraud, impersonating a public

servant, and the exploitation of an elderly individual.

Officials from NTTA said they do not request payment through unsolicited

Crime Reports April 14 - May 10

April 14:

A burglary occurred at a townhome in the 7800 block of Park Lane.

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

April 15:

Property was stolen from a trailer in the 7200 block of Ashington Drive.

April 16:

A burglary occurred at  NorthPark Center.

A fraud offense occurred at a bank in the 7000 block of Chevy Chase Avenue.

A theft by deception occurred at a bank in the 8800 block of Boedeker Drive.

April 17:

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

A victim was found with a swollen eye and cheek in the  9600 block of Douglas Avenue.

April 19:

A theft occurred at a residence in the 8600 block of Edgemere Road.

A motor vehicle theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

A fraud occurred at NorthPark Center.

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

April 21

A rock was thrown through the windshield of a vehicle parked in the 7800 block of Riverfall Drive.

April 22

A theft occurred at a home in the  4000 block of Clover Lane.

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

An intruder triggered a security alarm at a vacant home in the  5100 block of Royal Crest Drive.

April 23

A motor vehicle theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

The window of a car was broken during an attempted break-in in the 5900 block of Royal Lane.

April 24

A trespass warning was issued at  NorthPark Center.

Personal property was stolen at a restaurant in the  7800 block of Park Lane.

A motor vehicle theft occurred at  NorthPark Center.

A motor vehicle theft occurred in the  6100 block of Glendora Avenue.

April 25

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

The window of a home was shattered after a gun was discharged in the  11100 block of St. Michaels Drive.

April 26

A motor vehicle theft occurred in the 6800 block of West Northwest Highway.

April 28

Tools disappeared from an active construction site in the  5900 block of Meadow Crest Drive.

Merchandise was stolen from a retail store at  NorthPark Center.

April 29

A home in the  10700 block of Brookport Place  was burglarized.

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

A criminal trespass warning was issued at a community center in the  8200 block of Westchester Drive.

A physical assault occurred in the 7800 block of Clodus Field Drive.

A residence in the  5000 block of Waneta Drive  was entered without the homeowner’s consent.

April 30

A home was broken into and burglarized in the 6500 block of Bandera Avenue.

An unprovoked assault causing injury occurred in an outdoor area in the  5300 block of Lemmon Avenue.

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

text messages and encourage customers to verify account activity through official websites and secure accounts only.

City officials have emphasized that

May 1

The door of a home in the  12100 block of Crestline Avenue  was found open.

A motor vehicle was stolen in the 3800 block of Gaspar Drive.

Merchandise was stolen from a retail store at  NorthPark Center.

May 2

A criminal trespass warning was issued at a restaurant in the  11900 block of Preston Road.

A theft occurred at NorthPark Center.

The back door of a retail store in the  4500 block of West Mockingbird Lane was cut open and property was stolen.

May 3

A theft occurred at  NorthPark Center.

May 5

A dog mistook an individual’s leg for a chew toy in the  5300 block of Royal Lane.

May 6

A home in the  3800 block of Shorecrest Drive  was burglarized.

A motor vehicle theft occurred in the 10700 block of Preston Road.

A license plate was stolen from a vehicle parked in the  4400 block of Stigall Street.

A stolen vehicle was recovered in the  8600 block of Boedeker Street.

May 7

A vacant home in the  6900 block of Desco Drive  was broken into and burglarized.

May 8

A watch was stolen from a business office in the  6000 block of Royal Lane.

A motor vehicle theft occurred in the  7200 block of Briarmeadow Drive.

A restaurant in the 7900 block of Forest Lane  was vandalized.

scammers often create a sense of urgency to pressure victims into acting quickly and encourage residents to take a moment to verify any unexpected claims before responding.

Authorities recommend residents avoid clicking on any unverified links or responding to unexpected payment requests via text messages. Instead, law enforcement suggests deleting suspicious messages, blocking the sender, and reporting the text as spam through mobile carriers.

NTTA customers can report suspicious activity at ntta.org.

Consumers who believe they may have provided personal or financial information should contact their bank or credit card company and monitor accounts for unauthorized activity.

Incidents can also be reported to local law enforcement or the Federal Trade Commission.

On DPD’s website, residents are advised to “Stay alert. When in doubt, verify directly with City of Dallas sources.”

-Compiled By Claudia Carson-Habeeb

A vehicle was damaged during a break-in attempt in the  7100 block of Blairview Drive.

May 9

An assault occurred in the  7700 block of Inwood Road.

A burglary took place at a retail store in the  11600 block of Preston Road.

A missing person report was filed for an individual last seen on May 4 in the  6200 block of Dykes Way.

A credit card was fraudulently used to purchase merchandise at  NorthPark Center.

May 10

An individual fell asleep inside a car parked in the 5000 block of Bowser Avenue.

On April 18, a driver was cited for honking his horn and shouting profanities in the  6700 block of Park Lane.

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World Cup Set to Boost Local Business, But by How Much?

By Rachel Snyder rachel.snyder@peoplenewspapers.com

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, new reports are examining just how much of a kick the arrival of soccer fans from around the world will bring to North Texas’ economy.

AT&T Stadium, dubbed Dallas Stadium for the World Cup, will host nine matches, the most of any venue. In Dallas County, Washburne Stadium at SMU and the Cotton Bowl will serve as training sites, Fair Park will host a Fan Festival, and the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center has already begun setting up to be the International Broadcast Center.

Monica Paul, president of the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee and executive director of the Dallas Sports Commission, said ticket sales for World Cup matches also remain strong, particularly for group stage matches, and SMU will be an important training site for teams playing in North Texas.

Paul said efforts are still underway to connect local businesses with opportunities created by the arrival of the World Cup to provide products and services.

So just how much economic impact is the flurry of soccer activity expected to generate?

A report from Colliers projected an estimated economic impact of $2.1 billion — a big jump from the $600 million footprint the World Cup left when it was last hosted by Dallas in 1994.

A recent Oxford Economics report says that while Dallas and Houston are expected to see a bigger economic boost than host cities already popular with tourists, such as New York, Miami, and Boston, the impact may be more modest than anticipated.

The report cites Bureau of Labor Statistics data that forecasts a 2.6% GDP increase in Dallas’ leisure and hospitality sector this year. But it predicts that the World Cup will not impact overall job

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE WORLD CUP IN DALLAS

2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19.

growth or GDP gains outside the hospitality sector.

“Healthy consumer spending by mainly high-income consumers, strong productivity gains offset by lower immigration, the war in Iran, and its hit to spending power will have a far greater impact on these metro economies than the 78 games across the 11 cities,” according to the report.

A new report from The American Hotel & Lodging Association found that 70% of Dallas and Houston respondents reported a booking pace below World Cup expectations, but still in line with a typical June or July.

Cullum Clark, director of the George W. Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative, also expects a modest economic boost.

“(The World Cup) is exciting and fun for people who are really into soccer (but) it’s easy to exaggerate the actual economic significance for the region or for the city of Dallas,” Clark said. “For a limited time, there will be, for a great many restaurants and hotels, fantastic business.”

He said one change could have a bigger economic impact — cities could permanently behave as if they were trying to attract major events.

“If it’s a nice place to visit, pretty good chance it’s a nice place to live too,” Clark said, “and maybe a nice, fun place to do business.”

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DEBATE CONTINUES OVER PRESTON ROYAL PROJECT

By Claudia Carson-Habeeb claudia.carson-habeeb@peoplenewspapers.com

Aproposed $800 million mixed-use development at the southwest corner of Preston Road and Royal Lane is generating both support and opposition as developers seek zoning changes for the 7-acre site in Preston Hollow.

The project, led by Burk Interests and Greenway Investment Company, would include a hotel and condominium tower rising to approximately 299 feet, an apartment building at 250 feet, and an 11-story office building. The site is currently zoned for buildings up to 54 feet tall.

Developers say the proposal would transform what they describe as an auto-oriented intersection into a more walkable, mixed-use district with residential, office, restaurant, and hotel space centered around landscaped public areas and pedestrian improvements, and would include funding for additional traffic lights.

“We’re never going to see the eastern sky again.”

John Tynan

“We’ve been listening to the neighbors. We’ve been listening to staff at the city. And we will continue to listen,” said developer Leland Burk.

Architect Evan Beatty said the revised proposal reflects changes made following community feedback, including reducing the height of the tallest tower from earlier concepts and shifting taller portions of

the development toward the center of the property. Beatty said portions of the southern edge of the site would remain at 54 feet, consistent with existing zoning allowances.

Plans for the development include underground parking, 188 on-site trees, expanded landscaping, pedestrian improvements, and a central green space spanning more than half an acre.

Opposition to the proposal, however, has remained organized as residents raise concerns about height, density, traffic, and the project’s impact on nearby single-family neighborhoods.

Yard signs reading “No Skyscrapers, No

Rezoning at Preston & Royal” are posted throughout nearby neighborhoods, and Preserve Preston Hollow, a group opposing the proposal, says more than 2,600 residents have signed a petition against the rezoning request.

area and neighborhood views.

“The problem with the scale of this project being so massive … is we can never mitigate it. It’s permanent,” he said during the meeting. “Those of us at 5800 Royal, we’re never going to see the eastern sky again. And those of you over on Orchid, you’re never going to see the northern sky again.”

Tynan also said the proposed towers would reshape neighborhood sightlines.

“Many of us are going to get a daily solar eclipse, and it’s going to rotate all the way over from past the library on Royal and circle all the way around over to St. Mark’s,” he said.

Doug Hazelbaker said the debate centers on building height rather than land use.

“This is all about height. This has nothing to do with uses,” Hazelbaker said, adding, “They’ll also be digging the world’s biggest hole there for a long time,” referring to plans for underground parking.

Developers have said the project could take about 30 months to complete and that they plan to coordinate with city officials and nearby neighborhoods on construction staging and traffic management.

On April 28, around 200 residents attended a community meeting at Northaven Methodist Church hosted by Preserve Preston Hollow.

John Tynan said the scale of the project would permanently alter the surrounding

The proposal remains under review by city staff. A hearing before the City Plan and Zoning Commission has yet to be scheduled. A community meeting and discussion on the zoning, hosted by Mayor Pro Tem Gay Donnell Willis, was scheduled to be held May 18, after this article’s publication.

Area Grows Skyward, But Cafe Madrid Isn’t Going Anywhere

By Rachel Snyder rachel.snyder@peoplenewspapers.com

As development continues to move vertical in the Knox neighborhood, one small business owner is keeping her feet on the ground.

Donica Jimenez opened Cafe Madrid, a tapas restaurant known for its cozy setting, Spanish classics, and unique wine list, in the 4500 block of Travis Street in 1990.

The business combined two of her longtime passions — food and Spain. She studied Spanish and Iberian Culture and History at SMU, but her interest in the region began years earlier while she was a student at The Hockaday School.

“I had an incredible high school Spanish teacher, and she used to bring us back her slides of her trips to Spain, and she brought the country to life for me,” Jimenez said. “I fell in love with (Spain) before I ever went there.”

The Cafe quickly proved that Jimenez, who lives in University Park, wasn’t the area’s only aficionado of Spanish cuisine.

“On day one, I had 11 people, and then on day two, I had 55 people,” she said. “It just took off.”

Meanwhile, a Houston-based developer had been buying property in the neighborhood.

One day, Jimenez’s landlord came to her about selling the building.

“I said, ‘Well, you know I have right of first refusal in my lease,’ and he said, ‘Yeah, but this is for a lot of money, there’s this big developer, they’ve been buying all this land since the 1980s,’” Jimenez said. “This piece of property was the last one that they were trying to get.”

She bought Cafe Madrid’s building 12 years ago.

“To me, it was worth it because I’m in it for the long term,” Jimenez explained. “Even with all the construction going on, we’ve definitely seen an uptick in business because so many people are moving not just to the neighborhood, but to Dallas in general.”

More than three decades after she installed Cafe Madrid’s brandnew commercial kitchen, Jimenez’s

homage to Spanish culture still stands in its original spot. Other restaurants and businesses, meanwhile, have come and gone.

At the start of April, the former Chuy’s restaurant on McKinney Avenue near Knox Street was demolished to make way for a future 12-story tower.

That project is expected to include 280,000 square feet of office space and 20,000 square feet of ground floor retail and dining space. The building by BDT & MSD Partners, Trammell Crow Company (the owners of Highland Park Village) and The Retail Connection, dubbed Knox & McKinney, is scheduled for completion in 2028.

In February, the same joint venture partnership topped out on a mixed-use project that includes a 27-story apartment tower, 100,000 square feet of retail, 150,000 square feet of office space, a park, and the Knox Hotel and Residences operated by Auberge Collection.

The 27-story multifamily rental tower, dubbed The Lora, is ex-

pected to open this summer, and the Knox Hotel and Residences is set to debut later this year.

Jimenez attributed her business’ staying power to the support of its customers, who have championed Cafe Madrid for the past 36 years.

“People, customers are very appreciative of the fact that we’re still there,” Jimenez said, “and that we’re keeping some of the original history and the charm of the neighborhood.”

Why Is My Pet Suddenly So Itchy?

You are not imagining it: your pet is scratching more than usual right now. Now that we are in the throes of North Texas springtime, I have seen a predictable rise in pets’ skin issues driven by environmental changes, parasites, and ancillary infections. The tricky part? Many of these conditions look nearly identical at first glance.

The most common culprit of the scratching is seasonal allergies. Pets, just like their humans, can react to pollen, grasses, and blooming plants. In addition to red, itchy eyes and sneezing, many animal allergies present as skin issues and ear infections. You might notice your pet licking his paws, corn-cobbing his hindquarters, head shaking, redness on his belly, bum shuffling, or constant scratching. In North Texas, spring allergens can be particularly intense, and pets who were perfectly comfortable all winter can suddenly become miserable seemingly overnight.

But allergies aren’t the only possibility. Fleas are another major cause of itching, and they’re often harder to spot than you’d think.

Even if you have an immaculate home and yard, it is nearly impossible to prevent your pet from encountering fleas and ticks as she moves through her daily routines. North Texas winters simply do not get cold enough to kill back our flea population. Even a single flea or tick picked up on a hike, at our neighborhood parks, or even just on a walk around your block can trigger significant discomfort for her. This is even more evident when she develops allergic dermatitis from these common pests. Even if she is beautifully groomed, she can experience relentless itching with just one or two fleas. This is why consistent, high-quality, year-round flea and tick prevention is essential instead of just during the summer months.

Then there are skin infections. These frequently develop secondary to scratching from allergies or contact with pests. Bacterial and yeast infections thrive in warm, moist environments (think paws that are constantly licked, ears that stay slightly damp, or broken skin from heavy scratching). These infections can escalate quickly, turning mild irritation into something far more uncomfortable. Be on the lookout for unusual odors, greasy or flaky skin, or thickened areas of skin from chronic inflammation.

So how do you know when your

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pet’s condition is something you can handle at home versus when it’s time to call a veterinarian?

Mild, occasional itching can sometimes be managed with simple interventions, especially if your pet is otherwise not in discomfort. Reasonable first steps to prevent this condition include making sure his paws are thoroughly wiped down after being outside; bathing him on a regular basis with a gentle, vet-approved shampoo; and ensuring he is on year-round flea and tick prevention. If the itching persists or worsens after more than a few days or is accompanied by redness, hair loss, ear issues, or changes in behavior, it is time to make an appointment with your veterinarian quickly.

What starts as a minor allergy flare can quickly spiral into a full-blown infection that requires more intensive treatment. Early intervention not only keeps your pet more comfortable; it often makes her treatment simpler, faster, and less costly.

Spring should be a season your pet enjoys just as much as you do. If you notice increased itching, don’t ignore it. With the right approach, your pet care team can identify the cause, relieve the discomfort, and get your pet back to feeling like herself again. That way, your entire family can get back to enjoying these beautiful spring days.

Dr. Katie Morgan, a Park Cities native and Hockaday graduate, is the owner and medical director of White Glove Pet Care, White Glove Pet Ranch, and White Glove Pet Valet, which together provide concierge veterinary care, luxury boarding, and in-home pet services for dogs and cats throughout the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Learn more about Dr. Morgan by visiting whiteglovepetcare.com.

Comings and Goings

OPEN

Caffe Lucca

4445 Travis St.

The Sicilian-style restaurant by Julian Barsotti, who is known for renowned eateries Barsotti’s and Nonna, and former Cowboys coach Jason Garrett opened in the heart of the Knox Street area this spring.

Jetsetters

6911 Lemmon Ave.

The new coffee lounge serves java from award-winning Cultivar Coffee, sweet and savory pastries from Sugar & Sage Bakery, and, on Mondays through Saturdays, breakfast tacos from Tacodeli within the Frontiers of Flight Museum.

The North Face

Galleria Dallas

The outdoor clothing and gear store has trekked to a new location on Level 2.

COMING

Kilo

Snider Plaza

The specialty coffee café with a pour-over coffee menu is set to join the University Park neighborhood this summer.

a French-inspired menu of pastries, coffee, and more is opening in late 2026 to early 2027 in conjunction with the opening of a mixed-use development called The Seam.

CLOSING

Anchor Sushi Bar

6025 Royal Lane

The sushi restaurant by Vandelay Hospitality, the company behind Hudson House, DL Mack’s, East Hampton Sandwich Co. and others, will close May 31. El Molino, a Mexican concept by Vandelay that opened in Snider Plaza last year, is expected to open in its place in July.

Adelmo’s Ristorante

Preston Valley Shopping Center

The beloved, longtime Italian spot is relocating after closing in Inwood Village late last year.

Adelmo’s Ristorante is preparing to reopen in a 3,750-square-foot location in the Preston Valley Shopping Center at the corner of Preston Road and I-635, near Maple Leaf Diner, India Palace, and Le Reve Gelato & Patisserie.

Maman

1444 Oak Lawn Ave.

The daytime cafe and bakery with

PCLOSED

Kate Weiser Chocolate NorthPark Center

The renowned Dallas chocolatier has closed after 12 years.

The Oprah-approved chocolate brand still has a location in Trinity Groves.

Perch Bistro and Bar 7709 Inwood Road

The restaurant serving woodfired pizza, pasta, and other Italian fare, has closed.

Pottery Barn

3212 Knox St.

The home decor and furniture store has closed its Knox Street location.

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THE ARTS SHINE AT MEADOWS MUSEUM SUMMER CAMPS

By Bridget Reis Special Contributor

Summer campers will find inspiration everywhere during programs from the Meadows Museum at SMU, as well as have a chance to make masterpieces of their own.

The museum is offering two unique, weeklong summer camp experiences focused on creativity and self-expression for rising fourth through eighth graders: Sensational Sculptures and Printmaking Palooza.

Sensational Sculptures is sched-

uled for June 1 to 5, and Printmaking Palooza will occur from June 22 to 26. Both camps will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The price of each camp ranges from $125 to $200. Participants receive discounts if they are children of Meadows Museum members at the individual level or above, or of SMU students, faculty, or staff.

Laura Mancini, Assistant Director of Education at the SMU Meadows Museum, said the camps are designed to give students authentic artistic experiences rather than simple artsand-crafts lessons.

“Our summer camps are immersive process-based art experiences,” she said. “Instead of following a step-by-step craft project, everyone makes their own thing. They explore their own ideas, experiment with materials, and develop their own creative voice.”

One reason the museum camps stand out is the opportunity for students to work inside an art museum. Campers can study exhibitions up close, learn from professional artists, and even go behind the scenes to view artwork normally kept out of public display.

“We get to look at and learn

directly from the objects and exhibitions and artists in ways that you can’t do if you’re not in the museum,” Mancini explained.

The sculpture camp also includes a special partnership with artist and professor Emily Budd at the Meadows School of the Arts. Students will participate in a collaborative art project and experience an aluminum pour at the university’s foundry.

Museum staff say affordability and accessibility are also key priorities. With support from the Fichtenbaum Charitable Trust, the camps remain more affordable

LET YOUR CREATIVITY RUN WILD

To learn more about the Meadows Museum at SMU or sign up for camp, visit meadowsmuseumdallas.org.

than many comparable summer programs, and scholarships are offered each year to help families participate. Whether chiseling, carving, or screen printing, students are encouraged to think creatively, solve problems, and discover new passions that could shape their futures.

Dallas Trinity FC Plays It Forward to Next Generation of Soccer Stars

By Daniel Lalley Special Contributor

Fans have embraced Dallas Trinity FC, which showcases women’s soccer at the highest level. Now, the family behind that team is on a mission to turn its momentum into a movement for future female athletes.

“Nearly half of our roster has some connection to North Texas,” said Charlie Neil, president and co-founder of Dallas Trinity FC. “So, in a way, we hope this team is a gift to those athletes and to the next generation.”

Since its inception, Dallas Trinity FC has called The Hockaday School its training headquarters. During practices and team meetings, Daisies have had an opportunity to see the sport’s top players put in the work necessary to compete.

In June, the team will host a summer camp for boys and girls of all ages and ability levels. Beginners will learn fundamentals, experienced players will sharpen their skills, and everyone will benefit from professional coaching from Dallas Trinity FC staff in a

positive, encouraging environment.

Charlie explained that bringing the team to Dallas has been the fulfillment of a longtime dream. The entire Neil family has been involved in introducing professional women’s soccer to their hometown.

“Our mom runs the foundation, our father, Jim Neil, serves as CEO, my brother, Trip, is COO, my sister Dori runs our marketing team, and my little sister Jenny handles special projects,” said Charlie. “We’ve all loved this sport for a long time, but

there was nothing like this when we were growing up. We felt like the time was right and knew the Dallas market would embrace a women’s professional soccer team.”

By many indicators, the Neils’ instincts were spot on. Last October, Dallas Trinity FC set a record for women’s sports in Texas, attracting 22,838 spectators to the State Fair Clásico at the Cotton Bowl.

“It was the largest crowd for a women’s sports event in Texas,” said Charlie. “We hosted América Femenil from Mexico and

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Dallas Trinity FC will bring energy, excitement, and elite-level coaching to Hockaday during its Summer Soccer Day Camp. Full-and half-day options for boys and girls in first through 10th grade are available from June 8 to 12. A second camp, Elite Development Summer Camp, will be offered at Dallas College Brookhaven from June 15 to 19. Register at dallastrinityfc.com.

even invited competitive eating superstar Joey Chestnut to set a record of his own during halftime.”

In a landscape like professional women’s sports, where funding and opportunity don’t typically mirror what’s available to men, the possibilities created by Dallas Trinity FC are crucial.

“Growing up, we loved supporting all of the Dallas men’s teams like Burn, Sidekicks, and now FC Dallas,” Charlie said. “But my sisters didn’t have anything like that. That never sat right with us. So, we wanted to give the next generation something they could aspire to and create what we call a club for all.”

K-Pop Takes Center Stage This Summer at Preston Hollow Dance

By Lisa Petty Special Contributor

Aspiring princesses, demon hunters, and tap dancers will all find their place this summer at Preston Hollow Dance. In addition to the classics, the studio is offering a unique, pop-culture inspired spin on the camp experience.

Owner and artistic director Belinda Richardson was particularly excited about her 2026 camp lineup.

“We are a small studio with a big heart,” she said. “Every family that walks through our door is welcomed with a smile and a sense of community.”

The studio’s offerings include a June Princess Camp and July KPop Demon Hunters Camp. Read on for the details, including an Oscar-winning soundtrack and magical mentors.

Princess Camp (ages 3-5)

June 15–19

Inspired by popular animated royal role models, including Mulan, Belle, and Cinderella, PHD Princess Camp will include dance lessons, games, and crafts. Classic movie clips will also make a cameo appearance, and the week will conclude with a special in-studio dance presentation for parents.

“This camp will focus on foundational ballet technique, sprinkled with creative movement,” Richardson said. “We will also introduce basic ‘princess etiquette’ in a fun and age-appropriate way.”

KPop Demon Hunters Camp (ages 4-7+)

July 13-17

A second camp is inspired by the

mythical and empowering world of the KPop Demon Hunters . Elementary-age campers will learn two routines set to “Golden” and “How It’s Done” from the Oscar-winning animated adventure’s soundtrack. The week will wrap up with a

showcase starring the newly-minted honorary pop stars and is all centered on a meaningful message.

“This camp encourages dancers to embrace their full identity — imperfections included — while celebrating their indi -

PUT ON YOUR DANCING SHOES

All summer camp sessions take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and are priced at $285. Prices and schedules vary for additional summer classes. Camps and classes are taught by Preston Hollow Dance’s owner and staff. All students are required to bring their own lunch and water bottle. Visit prestonhollowdance.com for more information.

viduality and building resilience in overcoming both internal and external challenges,” Richardson said.

Summer Classes (ages 2.5-18)

PHD will also host additional classes throughout the summer for students of all levels and interests. Richardson noted that tap is a popular choice in the summer months, as well as pre-ballet, which combines basic techniques with fun elements in a lively setting. In addition, Mommy and Me classes for mothers and toddlers will teach motor and social skills as well as beginning music concepts.

More on Preston Hollow Dance

Founded in 2008, PHD offers yearround classes for students of all ages and skill levels in a friendly and supportive environment. In addition to instruction in ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, and more, the school hosts private lessons, parties, and recitals.

Owner and artistic director Richardson brings a wealth of experience to her role, including a lifelong study of ballet and a master’s degree in dance from Texas Woman’s University.

Three Cheers for Spirited Scots Summer Camp! Inclusive, joyful camp welcomes area students with and without disabilities

By Sarah Hodges sarah.hodges@peoplenewspapers.com

Every child has a place on the mat this summer at a camp from Highland Park High School’s Spirited Scots, the inclusive cheer squad known for its energetic performances at games, community events, and pep rallies.

The group will host four days of cheer fun in June for students with and without disabilities ages 10 through high school transition programs.

Campers do not need to live in Highland Park ISD to beat the heat while they cheer with the Spirited Scots. During last year’s inaugural summer of camp, one participant even flew in from North Carolina to join the fun, explained Tyler Robins, who sponsors the Spirited Scots with fellow special needs educator Abbie Vela.

“Last year it just went so well, and it was so much fun. The feedback was so positive,” Robins said. “Getting students of all different ages together to feel like a Spirited Scot for a few days was really, really cool.”

During its first summer, Spirited Scots camp was limited to students with disabilities. This year, Robins and Vela expanded the program to include general education students interested in learning about Spirited Scots mentorship.

By the end of April, the camp had already more than doubled its enrollment from last summer

and reached its 20-student capacity. Robins and Vela opened a few additional spots. They explained that camp options for students with disabilities and those who want to support them are limited.

“There are so many students that have a passion for the special needs community,” Robins said. “In the summers, there’s not a whole lot of opportunity to volunteer.”

Afternoons at Spirited Scots Cheer Camp will include games, activities, cheers, dances, adapted jumps, and adapted stunts. On the final day of camp, students will perform cheers, along with an adapted jump or stunt, for their families and friends.

Camp will be guided by Robins, Vela, and about a dozen Spirited Scots mentor cheerleaders, who are volunteering their time to make the program a success. Campers will start the afternoon with stretches and get-to-knowyou questions before transitioning to high-energy games, cheers, and skills.

“It’s all about making them feel included and connected, and making it fun for them,” Robins said.

Clara Erwin, a Spirited Scots mentor and senior at Highland Park High School, said she’s enjoyed watching campers come out of their shells.

“It’s such a joyful environment where everyone’s supporting each other,” she said. “You can mess up. You can learn. You can grow

BRING THE SPIRIT

Spirited Scots Cheer Camp is scheduled for 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. from Monday, June 1, through Thursday, June 4. All students with and without disabilities ages 10 through high school transition programs can join the fun. Camp costs $300 and includes a special performance for family and friends on June 4.

Visit scotsillustrated.com/htcamps to register. Please contact Tyler Robins, robinst@hpisd.org, or Abbie Vela, velaa@hpisd.org, with questions.

All campers with and without disabilities are welcome at Spirited Scots camp, a summer offering from Highland Park ISD’s inclusive cheer squad. COURTESY SPIRITED SCOTS

and just have fun while you’re doing it.”

For spirited athlete Emerson Schorr, the best parts of camp are jumping and doing the cheers.

“You can mess up. You can learn. You can grow and just have fun while you’re doing it.”

Clara Erwin

Vela and Robins said they hope that camp builds connections and reaches those with a passion for the special needs community.

“It’s a way for students of all ages with or without disabilities to come together and learn cheers,” Robins said, “and feel the joy that is being a Spirited Scot.”

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FRIENDS OF NORTHAVEN TRAIL HOSTS THIRD ANNUAL RHYTHM & BLOOMS FUNDRAISER

By Lisa Petty Special Contributor

Winding through North Dallas between Royal Lane and Denton Drive, the Northaven Trail’s nine paved miles are lined with pocket gardens and grassy meadows. Since its official completion in 2023, the local trail has become a daily gathering place for neighbors of all ages and interests.

Much of its loving care is in the commu-

nity’s hands, as well.

Friends of Northaven Trail is the nonprofit dedicated to the support and beautification of the trail. Its efforts supplement the standard maintenance provided by Dallas Parks and Recreation. The organization’s name may ring a bell following last fall’s much-publicized “Northaven Tails” initiative, which brought 400 grazing goats to Preston Hollow’s collective backyard.

On Saturday, April 11, the Friends hosted their Third Annual Rhythm &

fundraiser with similar enthusiasm and character.

“This event is getting bigger every year,” said board member Dorothy Buechel. “It’s a great indication that the community is really behind our goal of making the trail a great place for friends and family to come out and be in nature, ride their bikes, walk their dogs, and enjoy the beautiful gardens.”

In honor of the occasion, tents in the Friends’ signature shade of blue were set up in the parking lot at Jonathan’s Forestwood.

SMU Art Professor, Artist Shows at Dallas Art Fair

By Josh Hickman Special Contributor

As a working artist myself, I always find the annual Dallas Art Fair informative and inspirational. This year, after surveying the vivid and varied works at the stall of Meliksetian | Briggs gallery, owned by Preston Hollow residents Anna Meliksetian and Michael Briggs, I popped over to Houston gallery Seven Sisters’ space to view the work of artist and SMU Assistant Professor of Art Daniel Rios Rodriguez and have a chat. The Killeen native and longtime San Antonio resident recently made the move to Dallas to teach at SMU.

“I’m in the first year of my contract,” said the tenure-track painting and drawing teacher, “brand-new to Dallas, brand-new to SMU. I moved here in August and jumped right into teaching. In the fall, I had a show at Ruby City in San Antonio, so that also kept me busy.”

“I love it,” he said, smiling, of

his SMU experience. “The students are all really smart kids, all really engaged. They want homework, which is a shock to me. They’re always asking for more work, which is great.“It’s super supportive,” he noted of SMU. “There’s a lot of freedom with what it is that I teach and how I teach. I appreciate that, being the kind of painter that I am.”

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To learn more about how to support the trail that connects Preston Hollow neighborhoods, parks, and community spaces, visit northaventrail.org.

Inside, a buffet of sandwiches, pasta, and salads sat ready for a feast.

Buechel and her fellow female board members wore custom earrings featuring photos of the aforementioned goats, and a bowl at the check-in desk held seed packets in lieu of goodie bags. As Matt Banks and the Blue Four tuned up for the show, tables filled with 120-plus guests who, if they were not already, would be on a first-name basis by the end of the night.

“As more people move into the neighborhood, it’s fun to see them discover the trail,” said attendee Martin Goodman. A longtime Preston Hollow resident, Goodman and his wife, Claudia Werner, live directly behind one of the trail’s 50 wildflower-friendly “no-mow zones.” Designed as safe havens for pollinators, these green spaces are made possible through donations and tended by volunteers.

The Friends and their fans are also a driving force behind the trail’s recent Prairie Plant Rescue. Earlier this spring, in partnership with students from St. Mark’s School of Texas, this program rehomed native Blackland Prairie species that had been rescued from a construction site. The grasses and shrubs now grow happily in the meadow between St. Michael’s and Pebbledowne Drives.

Looking ahead, the Friends’ Monarch Way project will continue transforming underutilized greenspace along the Northaven Trail into critical habitats for migrating monarch butterflies.

Meanwhile, monthly events like Walk and Eat with a Doc and garden work days will keep things buzzing with more than just bees. And it’s all made possible by this special group of Friends and their friends in the community.

Rodriguez received his BFA from the University of Illinois Chicago in 2005 and his MFA in Painting from Yale in 2007, and he has enjoyed solo exhibitions in New York, Toronto, Dublin, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Mexico City and group shows in Beijing, London, and Paris, among others. He was a 2018 Artist in Residence at the Chinati Foundation, a 2017

printmaking resident at the Wingate Studio in New Hampshire, and a 2013 Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation Award recipient.

“Now that I live in Dallas, it’s a little easier, I think, to integrate myself,” he said of the Fair. “I’m right up the street. They’re probably tired of seeing me at this point.”

This year, his work was featured at both the Seven Sisters and Ker-

lin Gallery (Dublin) booths.

“My work sold at Kerlin, which is great,” he mentioned of a new artistic direction. “I’m starting a new series of paintings that are pretty unlike anything I’ve done before. The work with Kerlin is the first diptych I made in my studio here in Dallas — the first finished painting.”

Of his childhood artistic beginnings, Rodriguez said, like most artists, he wasn’t a very good student and had a hard time sitting still and keeping himself contained. Eventually, an art teacher gave him a box of oil paints and told him to sit in a corner and busy himself.

“And that’s what I did,” he recalled. “I took them home, and I would just paint these random, Salvador Dali-esque wannabe surreal paintings late at night. I haven’t stopped painting since I was 17.”

“It was my only strength,” he chuckled of his lauded artistic talent. “At this point, it really is the only thing I know how to do.”

Preston Hollow People Applauds

Debra Hunter Johnson , and Olga Martinez Hickman for being honored with the Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) Maura Women Helping Women Award. The award honors women who have significantly advanced opportunities dedicated to equitable representation for women through leadership, advocacy, mentorship, philanthropy, and community impact, and who create pathways for women to achieve economic security, stability, and success.

Johnson, a leadership strategist and community leader, is the founder of Reciprocity Consulting Group. Her long list of philanthropic service includes current membership on the board of Oncor Electric Delivery Company and the UT Southwestern Medical Center President’s Advisory Board, according to the TXWF webpage.

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Navya Desai and Jessie Moran, who were named semi-finalists in the Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards in the Best Performer category, and Hattie Bethancourt, who was chosen as a Lighting Shadow for the awards ceremony. The Hockaday School students were recognized at the annual awards ceremony modeled after the Tony Awards that includes both performance and production categories.

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Civic Leaders Reflect on Past, Look to Future

Notable voices gather

By Claudia Carson-Habeeb claudia.carson-habeeb@peoplenewspapers.com

With the nation nearing its 250th anniversary, historians, civic leaders, and journalists convened at the ninth annual Bush Center Forum on Leadership for discussions on democracy, civic engagement, and conservation.

Held at the George W. Bush Presidential Center on April 16, “The Heart of America” series examined the ideals, institutions, and public lands that have shaped our nation’s identity.

During “The Land That Unites Us,” panelists explored the significance of America’s national parks and public lands in preserving both natural landscapes and the country’s collective history. The discussion carried added significance with former first lady Laura Bush in attendance.

Grace Lee, executive director of the National Park Trust, and Jeff Reinbold, president and CEO of the National Park Foundation, reflected on Mrs. Bush’s longstanding support of conservation initiatives and programs that encourage fami-

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lies to experience the nation’s parks and outdoor spaces.

“I assume you still take your girlfriends on trips to national parks?” Reinbold asked the former first lady, sitting in the front row.

“We’ve all gotten too old,” Mrs. Bush said, drawing laughter from the audience.

New York Times columnist David French joined moderator Anne Wicks, Don Evans Family Manag-

ing Director for Opportunity and Democracy at the George W. Bush Institute, for a conversation about protecting differing viewpoints and the role of open dialogue in sustaining democracy.

“Civic cohesion comes from shared responsibility,” Wicks said during a private interview. “Voter engagement is enhanced through personal and proximate — not obscure — connections.”

“Read your local paper; take a neighbor to meet a candidate,” she added.

Several individuals were recognized for public service and leadership during the event.

Financier and philanthropist David M. Rubenstein received the 2026 George W. Bush Medal for Distinguished Leadership.

Civic leader Eboo Patel was honored with the George W. Bush

SMU’s Annual March of Remembrance Draws Crowd in Solidarity Against Antisemitism

By Rachel Snyder

rachel.snyder@peoplenewspapers.com

Some walked under America’s stars and stripes. Others carried flags bearing Israel’s Star of David, or Iran’s red, white, and green. But the marchers at SMU on a sunny Saturday were united in their purpose — to honor survivors of the Holocaust and stand together against antisemitism.

Rabbi Heidi Coretz, executive director of Hillel at SMU, estimated that 200 Muslims and Christians joined their Jewish classmates and neighbors on April 19 at the fifth annual March of Remembrance, which was hosted by The Nathaniel Foundation and

Hillel at SMU.

March of Remembrance Dallas is a local chapter of March of Life, an organization created as a response to the Holocaust. The marches have grown into a worldwide movement of Christian leaders and universities in partnership with the Jewish community. The march is held during the season of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day).

This year’s event at SMU featured testimony from child survivor Rosian Zerner.

“We were forced to go to the ghetto, which was the holding place where we were told we were just there for a while, and nobody knew what was happening,” Zerner remembered.

She also recounted her escape from the Lithuanian ghetto, recalling that, “My father’s secretary was waiting for me in the shadows. I was crying my eyes out, I didn’t know what was happening.”

Among the dignitaries present was Nicola Bremer, honorary consul of Germany in Dallas.

“More than 55 million people lost their lives (in World War II), and an additional 35 million were left disabled,” Bremer said. “These numbers are etched into the German collective memory and impose a lasting responsibility never to tolerate injustice and never to look away again.”

As part of the program, seven candles were

Institute Citation for his efforts promoting interfaith cooperation.

Joni Carswell received the Bush Institute Trailblazer Citation for her work connecting conservation and business leadership in Texas.

Rounding out the discussions, “In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union” was moderated by Bush Institute Executive Director David Kramer. Panelists, including presidential historian Mark Updegrove, filmmaker Michelle Ferrari, and faith leader Richie Butler, discussed defining moments in American democracy and examined the role civic participation plays in shaping our country.

“Not until 1965 did we reach equality … nearly 200 years after the Declaration of Independence was etched in parchment,” said Updegrove, who serves as president and CEO of the LBJ Foundation.

Butler, referring to himself as “an eternal optimist,” reflected on history repeating itself when its teachings go unheeded.

The senior pastor shared wisdom imparted by his mother.

“(She) always told me: ‘Baby, lessons are taught until they’re learned,’” he said.

ABOUT THE MARCH OF REMEMBRANCE

The March of Remembrance is an international organization that honors survivors and victims of the Holocaust while promoting healing and reconciliation between victims, perpetrators, and their descendants.

At SMU, it’s put on by The Nathaniel Foundation, Hillel at SMU, and other community partners. Scholarships were awarded to seven SMU students who participated in an essay contest centered around this year’s theme: building bridges and allies.

lit in remembrance of the six million Jews and many others killed during the Holocaust.

As they marched around campus, program participants carried flags and signs with messages including, “I will not be silent” and “never again!”

In keeping with tradition, attendees placed stones with survivors’ names on a tombstone. The march was followed by a reception.

“I hope people learned the importance of doing their part to speak up and act against hatred,” Rabbi Coretz said of the event.

Participant Grace Lee said events like the March of Remembrance are key to preventing future atrocities.

“I strongly suggest spreading the word and participating each year so that history will not repeat itself,” she said.

Another attendee, Marian Ganjali Dashti, noted that trauma from the past has a lasting impact.

“A lot of wounds, trauma, sadness that people carry from the past, it’s affecting the present,” he said.

Schools

THE SUE HERRING EFFECT Community celebrates 50-year educator

By Claudia Carson-Habeeb claudia.carson-habeeb@peoplenewspapers.com

There are teachers who follow a curriculum, and then there are those who reshape it. For generations of students, Sue Herring unmistakably belonged to the latter.

After Herring announced that she planned to retire, the community took time to reflect on her 50-year legacy of mentorship.

Long before “student-centered learning” became a phrase in educational circles, Herring practiced it instinctively.

“I believe learning can take place only when children feel safe to take risks, are not worried about what they will face upon entering the classroom, and know that what they have to say is valued,” Herring said.

Her passion for teaching, rooted in the belief that every voice matters, was sparked early.

“My career began at age 5 in the living room of my family’s home. My mother was a piano teacher, and I used her theory board to teach lessons to my phantom students,” she recalled.

Herring joined the staff at Wesley Prep in 2006.

“I never tire of watching children as they discover things about themselves and the thrill of mastering something they thought would be

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impossible,” she said.

After experiencing Herring’s classroom herself at Weatherford Elementary in 1982, Paige Farragut urged her to postpone retirement so her son could also be a student of the fifth-grade teacher, decades later, at Wesley Prep.

“She was an unforgettable teacher then, and still is today,” said the Preston Hollow mom of two.

Herring’s former students remember both what they were taught and how they were made to feel.

“We read the newspaper each day. We learned sign language to each song being sung in chapel,” said former student Elizabeth Moss. “Never have I learned more from one teacher in my life.”

Literature came alive in Ms. Herring’s classroom, recalled Moss, as students portrayed historical figures brought to life during Night at the Museum and transformed into characters from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Weekends at Herring’s home extended her campus classroom into an atelier-like workshop. Characters converged with fabric and thread as she guided students through costume selections, recalled Moss.

Herring’s deeply intentional approach left a lasting imprint on parents as well.

“She has a gift for making each child feel seen and special, bringing out their gifts so the confidence seed is nurtured in a way that protects their fragile spirits as they are

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launched into ‘pre-teendom,’” said Preston Hollow’s Amy Dodson.

Cristina Young’s three sons each had Ms. Herring as their fifth grade teacher.

“The way she created a magical classroom experience and managed to instill a curiosity in them to think about their community, the world at large, and their impact role on it is priceless,” said Young.

For Herring, retirement is just another chapter in a lifetime of well-written pages.

“I strongly believe in the idea that education does not end when school is complete,” she said. “We are all students in this world and learning continues for the rest of your life.”

Herring’s students, whether readying themselves for middle school or graduating from college, carry with them a love of learning and an ability to trust their voices.

“We mark Sue’s retirement knowing her legacy resists summary,” said Wesley Prep’s elementary director Lori Cousino. “But it lives in the thousands of transformations of students who learned what they could become. What she has built, year after year, child after child, is nothing short of extraordinary.”

Moss echoed the sentiment.

“Ms. Herring will always and forever be the most impactful, important, and special teacher I’ve ever had,” she said. “For the first time in my life, I remember feeling uniquely seen and singular.”

Winston Launches IB Programmes

By Lisa Petty Special Contributor

The Winston School was founded in 1975 to create a place where neurodivergent learners could achieve their fullest potential. Now heading into its sixth decade, the private college preparatory school in the heart of Preston Hollow is planning to bring an even greater world of opportunities to its students.

In the fall of 2027, The Winston School will begin introducing International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes. IB, an intercultural, interdisciplinary standard for student-centered learning, was launched in the late 1960s in Geneva, Switzerland. It is now implemented in over 5,000 schools worldwide. Notably, Winston will be the only school of its kind to offer the program in Texas.

Head of School Jennifer L. Milam called IB a great fit for Winston, which is dedicated to students with language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia and dysgraphia, as well as those with attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder.

“A lot of our parents find us in a moment of crisis,” she said. “Their child is starting to withdraw, they’re feeling unsuccessful, they’re feeling like their learning difference is making them a ‘bad kid.’

“But the more we learn, the more we realize that there’s a natural diversity in the structure and function of our brains. These differences are not deficits, but assets. They make a student really cool, smart, and really capable in ways that a neurotypical kid might not be.”

Winston will implement the IB Middle Years Programme for grades six through 10 in the 202728 school year. The Diploma Programme for grades 11 and 12 will roll out thereafter.

IB will complement the school’s small and collaborative classes, Milam explained. It will give students more agency in assignment selection while emphasizing how and why subjects are connected to each other and to the world at large.

“For our students, who may not always feel successful in tradi-

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tional academic settings, IB opens up new ways to contribute,” Milam said. “It values creativity, connection, empathy, and real-world thinking — and that’s where many of our kids truly shine.”

Milam provided a “for instance” example in the form of a lesson on the American Civil Rights Movement.

“This period in history can be examined, not just from a historical perspective, but from an arts and literature perspective, studying African American artists and authors during that time,” she said. “You can also study it from an economics and population density perspective. This kind of integrated model is really supportive of how our students’ brains work.”

Students may also choose to complete a Community Action Project, heading outside the classroom to serve in a way that is meaningful to themselves and others. Simply put, this all adds up to creating the ideal environment to help students achieve Winston’s unique and inspired definition of success, Milam explained.

“As a college preparatory school, we want our students to go to college,” she said. “We want them to choose their next step wisely and from an informed position. We are often in a process of uncovering, of seeing, who they’re becoming. As a head of school, if our young people have a path that they feel confident about, one that is going to get them to where they want to go, I’m good.”

Congratulations to Parish’s 20th graduating class on their college acceptances. We celebrate these 112 graduates, who have grown in Wisdom, Honor and Service, as they look toward the future as bold leaders and creative learners set to impact our complex global society. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

College Acceptance List from our Class of 2026

Abilene Christian University

American University

Appalachian State University

Arizona State University

Auburn University

Austin College

Austin Community College

Babson College

Bates College

Baylor University

Belmont Abbey College

Beloit College

California State University, Long Beach

Chapman University

Citadel Military College of South Carolina

Clemson University

Coastal Carolina University

Colgate University

College of Charleston

Colorado School of Mines

Colorado State University

Colorado State University-Pueblo

Cornell College

Dallas College

Davidson College

Denison University

DePaul University

Drexel University

Duke University

East Carolina University

East Texas Baptist University

Elon University

Emory University

Florida International University

Florida State University

Furman University

George Mason University

George Washington University

Georgia Southern University

Glenville State University

Grambling State University

Hendrix College

High Point University

Hofstra University

Houston Christian University

Illinois State University

Indiana University, Bloomington

Kansas State University

Kuyper College

Liberty University

Louisiana State University

Loyola University Chicago

Malone University

Mercer University

Merrimack College

Miami University

Michigan State University

Millsaps College

Mississippi State University

Montana State University

Morehead State University

Newman University

New Mexico State University

North Carolina Central University

North Carolina State University

Northeastern University

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Northwestern University

Ohio University

The Ohio State University

Oklahoma Christian University

Oklahoma State University

Old Dominion University

Oral Roberts University

Ouachita Baptist University

The Pennsylvania State University

Pepperdine University

Pittsburg State University

Pitzer College

Princeton University

Providence College

Purdue University

Queen’s University

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rhodes College

Rollins College

Rutgers University

Saint Anselm College

Samford University

San Diego State University

San Jose State University

Santa Clara University

Seattle University

Sewanee: The University of the South

Skidmore College

Southern Methodist University

Southwestern University

St. Edward’s University

Stephen F. Austin State University

Stetson University

Syracuse University

Tarleton State University

Temple University, Japan Campus

Texas A & M University

Texas Christian University

Texas State University

Texas Tech University

Union College

United States Air Force Academy

Universidad Iberoamericana

University of Aberdeen

The University of Alabama

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

University of Arizona

University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas at Monticello

University of California, San Diego

University of Cincinnati

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado Denver

University of Denver

University of Florida

University of Galway

University of Georgia

University of Iowa

University of the Incarnate Word

The University of Kansas

University of Kentucky

University of Maryland

University of Miami

University of Michigan

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

The University of Mississippi

University of Missouri

University of Nevada, Reno

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

University of North Texas

The University of Oklahoma

University of Oregon

University of Pittsburgh

University of Portland

University of Richmond

University of San Diego

University of San Francisco

University of South Carolina

University of South Florida

University of Southern Mississippi

The University of Tampa

The University of Tennessee

The University of Texas at Arlington

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Dallas

Trinity College Dublin

Trinity University

Tufts University

Tulane University of Louisiana

University of Toronto

University of Toronto Mississauga

The University of Utah

University of Vermont

University of Washington

University of Wisconsin, Madison

University of Wyoming

Vanderbilt University

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Wake Forest University

Washington University in St. Louis

West Virginia University

Wofford College

Xavier University

Yale University

Concern About Northway Christian’s Plan to Host Compass School of Texas

By Rachel Snyder rachel.snyder@peoplenewspapers.com

Neighbors have raised questions about plans that would permit the Compass School of Texas to operate a private school on the Northway Christian Church campus — particularly regarding potential traffic issues and future uses of the space.

The proposal still has hurdles to clear. The permit request will have to come before the Dallas Planning and Zoning Commission, which will make a recommendation to the Dallas City Council.

Northway Christian board chair Paul Schmidt recently announced that the church at 7202 W. Northwest Highway, next to Boone Elementary, is planning to shutter its Day School, which serves children from 6 months to 5 years old, in May of 2027 and host The Compass School of Texas. The Day School has operated at Northway Christian for more than six decades.

The Compass School of Texas is a private school for children in Pre-K to fourth grade. It opened in 2023 and is slated to expand to serve students up to eighth grade. Compass Head of School Shelly Sender said the school plans to move to the church from its current campus at 5414 W. Northwest Highway in the fall of 2027.

“The location includes more classrooms and dedicated administrative offices in addition to ample outdoor space, while we build on our current campus,” Sender said. “We look forward to building a positive relationship with Northway and the beautiful surrounding neighborhood.”

Some neighbors and parents of students at Boone Elementary have raised concerns about the potential traffic impacts of having a K-8 private school so close to Boone — concerns those involved in the proposal sought to address at an April 30 meeting.

At the meeting, in a video obtained by People Newspapers, a presenter outlining the project said the maximum enrollment for Compass’ school is 340 students, and that its operating hours will differ from those at Boone Elementary.

The presenter also said a storm shelter is required for the school by law, and that a shel-

ter around 5,000 square feet has been proposed.

District 13 Planning Commissioner Larry Hall said the storm shelter is the only external structure that would be added as part of the project.

Hall explained that the 5,000-squarefoot shelter proposed will accommodate Compass’ long-term enrollment, as well as Northway Christian Church employees and Sunday service attendees.

Some parents and neighbors, though, aren’t convinced that Boone and Compass’ dismissal times are sufficiently staggered.

They also want additional study of traffic management plans, the special use per-

mit to expire after no more than three years, the ability to review storm shelter plans, an enrollment cap of 340, and a cost-sharing agreement with Highland Park ISD for crossing guard coverage on Wentwood Drive and Northwest Parkway. Those requests were outlined in a letter to Dallas planning staff for addition to the record of the case.

Highland Park ISD said the district has made similar requests, which include staggering arrival and dismissal times by at least 30 minutes from Boone’s schedule and capping enrollment at 350 students for any school operating at the Northway site.

Katelyn Clinton, a Boone Elementary and Northway Christian Day School parent, said she was disappointed to hear about Northway’s plans from a neighbor instead of the church.

After attending the community meeting, she remained concerned that the traffic study had been conducted in an atypical month (January) and may not have considered the impact of bikers or pedestrians coming to or from school or the future growth of Compass and Boone.

But she praised the healthy discussion and dialogue, remarking that “The community, I felt like, really showed up.”

Another Boone parent, Katy Jane Halpin, said she’s hopeful about the plans and would like to see collaboration between the neighborhood, HPISD, Northway, and Compass.

“There’s work that needs to be done. Let’s not be mad, let’s go do the work, saving the viability,” Halpin said. “Maybe there’s a good outcome here where we come up with a better traffic plan.”

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UNDERDOGS GOTTA EAT TOO Upset-minded Rangers claim state title

By Mike Waters Special Contributor

Only Mother Nature could slow down Jesuit Dallas on its quest for the Texas High School Lacrosse League Class AA title.

After the Mother’s Day championship match was postponed due to inclement weather, the Rangers

returned to the pitch on May 11 in Coppell, where they defeated The Woodlands, 9-8, to claim the crown.

The senior trio of Jack Steinbach, David Atwell, and Gabriel James each expressed similar sentiments after the Rangers won the program’s first THSLL title since 2022.

“This championship was a credit to the offense, defense, and great goaltending,” Steinbach said. “This

senior group has worked so hard. We earned this.”

Steinbach noted that while Jesuit entered the tournament as the No. 4 seed, the team relished the role of underdog.

“The underdog gotta eat too,” he said. “This was a total team effort.”

Atwell, a midfielder and Rollins College signee, added that “this was four years in the making.”

“We’ve been working our tails off for four years for this,” he said. “And it finally paid off. It’s such a great feeling.”

Jesuit goalie and Ohio State signee James echoed those same thoughts.

“Four years,” he said while exhaling. “We did it. It’s a credit to the entire team.”

Things looked bleak for Jesuit early on as No. 3 seed The Woodlands jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead.

“We took a punch in the first quarter,” Steinbach said. “We regrouped defensively, had confidence in our great goalie, and knew our offense would get going. It was a total team effort.”

Duke signee senior Alek Askeroglu, sophomore Finnegan O’Mahoney, and Michigan pledge and junior Stockton Steward staked Woodlands to that quick lead.

Atwell finally got the Rangers on the board with 59 seconds left in the first period that began the momentum shift.

After junior Rutgers commit Baron Sager found net less than two minutes into the second quarter for The Woodlands, the Jesuit offense exploded for four consecutive goals, with Atwell scoring twice sandwiched around JC Fife and Jack Lynch finding net.

The Lynch goal, which tied the game at the 4:28 mark, was set up by a Wil Fagan steal off a Woodlands goalie pass. Atwell’s score with 3.8 seconds left forged a 5-4 Jesuit lead, one it never relin-

quished, at intermission.

Jesuit head coach Chris Surran explained the turnaround.

“We just started winning faceoffs, gaining possessions,” said Surran, who has guided the program since 2007, “and attacking offensively.

“The second quarter, and Atwell’s goal just before halftime, was a big momentum swing for us. It gave our team tremendous confidence.”

Jesuit’s success continued out of the halftime break.

Senior Midfielder Marshall Sorokwasz, a Franklin & Marshall (Lancaster, Penn.) signee, registered two goals and Hudson Yeskie added another to counter an Askeroglu score to provide Jesuit an 8-5 advantage heading into the final stanza.

Steward opened the fourth period with a Woodlands goal that was countered with Jesuit’s Andrew Ditchman, a Williams College (Williamstown, Mass.) signee, scoring with 7:05 remaining.

The Ditchman goal proved to be the winning score as Askeroglu tallied his third of the game with 4:18 left and Sager added another with 12.3 ticks remaining. The Woodlands controlled the ensuing face-off, but Ditchman made the key steal of a pass that sealed the championship for the Rangers.

For the championship game, James was named the Defensive MVP after registering 17 saves in the title game, while Steinbach earned overall MVP honors and Atwell (three goals) Offensive MVP.

Hearts of a Champion: Hockaday Outlasts ESD in Thriller for State Title

By Mike Waters Special COntributor

The phrase “heart of a champion” is often an over-used descriptor for sports teams.

However, it may well be apt when describing the Hockaday lacrosse team after Anne Case knocked in a goal just 1:16 into overtime, capping a remarkable rally by the Daisies in defeating rival Episcopal School of Dallas in the Texas Girls High School Lacrosse League state championship game on May 10 at Jones Family Stadium in Dallas.

“I was in a good position to find the net,” Case said following her dramatic game-winner. “And I’m just so incredibly happy for the team. We fought hard all game and never gave up. It was a fantastic way to end the season.”

Prior to the winning goal, Hockaday led for only 1:08 in 49:16 of game action.

Sophia Fagelman gave the Daisies a quick 1-0 lead 2:53 into the game. However, ESD’s Indy Messett had the equalizer shortly thereafter with an assist from Beau McKnight before McCall Moore and Courtney Del-Cid kept the

Eagles rolling with back-to-back scores, forging a 3-1 ESD advantage heading to the second period.

Both offenses heated up in the second stanza.

Hockaday’s Brooke Eckert narrowed the gap to 3-2 early on, but Del-Cid and Emmy Moss goals pushed the Eagles ahead, 5-2.

After Case scored for the Daisies, Ryleigh Ferguson and Delaney Noland recorded ESD scores that gave the Eagles the largest lead of the contest at 7-3. Eckert was able to find the net with

four seconds left to give Hockaday some momentum, though, trailing 7-4 at the second intermission.

Case and Eckert continued the Hockaday comeback with goals just 57 seconds apart that brought the Daisies to within one at 7-6 at the 4:38 mark in the third period.

Then, Mother Nature struck, as a 75-minute weather delay seemed to halt the Hockaday comeback. When play resumed, Del-Cid — on a Moss assist — scored to give ESD a little breathing room.

And when McKnight scored at

the 6:12 mark of the final period for an ESD 9-6 lead, it seemed Hockaday would see its state title streak come to an end.

But then the Daisies shifted into championship mode. California-Berkeley commit Thandi Chisango scored and then assisted on an Aubrey Ortega goal just 1:15 apart. Cata Littrell, the lone senior on the squad, then knotted the game at 9-9, scoring with an assist from Eckert with just 2:31 remaining in regulation. Both teams had near-misses thereafter that sent the

contest into overtime.

It did not take long in the extra period for Case, with an assist from Littrell, to finish off the incredible Hockaday rally, setting off a wild celebration by the Daisies and their many fans in attendance.

“I am so very very proud of this team,” said Molly Hutchinson, Hockaday head coach. “We knew it would be a battle. And we just kept telling the players to focus and keep fighting.”

It was the sixth consecutive, and 10th overall, state crown for the Daisies.

But this run to the pinnacle was especially satisfying for Hutchinson and the 16-3 Daisies.

“We have a young team, with just one senior,” she said. “We lost 11 seniors to graduation from a year ago that were an integral part of this program. We just improved as the season wore on and peaked at the right time.”

The triumph over rival ESD avenged a pair of losses to the Eagles — in the SPC title game and also a setback during the regular season.

“We didn’t want to lose to our rivals three times in the same season,” Case said. “That also made this one so sweet.”

‘Sesame Street,’ ‘Barney’ Illustrator Shines at 80 in North Dallas Studio

By Josh Hickman Special Contributor

In a career spanning more than 50 years, Preston Hollow artist Mary Grace Eubank brought Big Bird, Bert, Ernie, Barney, and their friends to colorful life in children’s books, boardgames, and a variety of other mediums.

Now retired, Eubank has happily returned to her roots in painting. At almost 81 years old, she blends the joy and curiosity that animated her cheerful characters with the perspective and insight shaped by her lifetime of experience.

These days, her large oils are loose, colorful, and express a feeling of unfettered feminine freedom. Sporting titles like Follow Your Heart, Leap of Faith, and Circle of Life, her impressionistic work explores female empowerment, the beauty of nature, and a hopeful outlook.

“When I started painting, everything morphed into something smiley and cute,” Eubank chuckled of her initial return to the art. “I’m finally developing a distinctive style.”

After graduating from SMU with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Eubank worked as a designer for The Drawing Board in Dallas. That experience led the single mom to freelancing and creating educational materials for the Children’s Television Workshop.

Following an entre into Sesame Street in the mid-1970s, Eubank worked with another educational children’s favorite, The Electric Company, as well as the locally-spawned Barney & Friends, a television series that sent youngsters on learning adventures with a purple dinosaur and his pals.

Her partnership with the Children’s Television Workshop was a springboard for her career, Eubank explained. She worked primarily in Dallas for New York publishers including Random House and Simon

& Schuster, and on games for companies including Milton Bradley, Mattel, and Fisher-Price.

“I went through coloring books and everything they give to the bottom of the

Standing Up for Your Loved One in a Nursing Home

Placing a loved one in a nursing home or an assisted living facility is one of the most difficult decisions a family can make. Once that transition happens, many families assume the hard part is over. But concerns about care quality, how a resident is being treated, or whether needs are truly being met can arise at any time. When they do, it is important to know that you are not powerless and do not have to navigate those challenges alone. Under federal law, nursing home residents are entitled to personalized, dignified

care. When those standards fall short, here are steps you can take.

1. Talk to facility staff. Start with the staff member most directly involved in your loved one’s care. If that conversation doesn’t resolve the issue, escalate to a supervisor, department head, or the facility administrator.

2. Request a care plan meeting. Every resident is entitled to these meetings, which bring together the resident, family members, and staff to discuss concerns and map out solutions. If the matter is urgent, you can request a special meeting rather than waiting for the next scheduled one. Facilities are required to have these meetings quarterly.

3. Use the formal grievance process.

Every nursing facility is required to have one. Ask for a copy of the policy and follow it. This puts your concerns on record and obligates the facility to respond in writing with the steps it has taken or plans to take.

4. Get involved with the resident or family council, if one exists.

These councils give residents and families a collective voice in addressing concerns directly with facility leadership.

5. Contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman.

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program at The Senior Source serves as the designated

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pole, but I worked with so many incredible artists,” she recalled of Sesame Street. “It goes full-circle as to why I’m painting, because it’s so restrictive to do licensed characters. It’s very confining.”

Eubank felt an urge to return to oil painting when she made the decision to retire.

“It’s just so much fun,” she grinned, pointing to works on the walls that she’s finished in the last few months. “That freedom is gradually coming.”

For the last several years, Eubank and her friend, neighbor, and fellow artist Polly Gessell have participated in the North Dallas Artist Studio Tour, which this year occurred on April 25 and 26.

The 2026 tour invited art enthusiasts, collectors, and the simply curious to view recent works by neighborhood artists and artisans in their home studios, as opposed to the typical gallery setting.

“Most of my clients are primarily collectors, or I like to work with real estate agents who are staging homes,” Eubank commented. “And we have a wonderful place in Colorado. I’ve got a studio there, and I have a show there in the summer.”

Not showing signs of slowing down any time soon, the enthusiastic creator admitted there is still much she wants to do.

“Well, it’s my joy,” Eubank said of her daily painting habit. “I mean, I think it’s what keeps me young.”

ombudsman program for Dallas County, advocating for residents in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities at no cost to residents or their families.

6. File a complaint with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

This state agency has oversight responsibility for nursing homes and assisted living facilities and the authority to investigate complaints on behalf of residents and their families. Filing anonymously is an option.

The ombudsman program can help you think through your options, suggest strategies, and connect you to helpful resources, as well as address complaints on a resident’s behalf. Our services

are confidential and we must have the consent of the resident or their legally authorized representative before taking formal action. Our goal is always to empower residents and families to have a voice in their care.

Suzanna Sulfstede has served as the director of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program at The Senior Source and the managing local ombudsman for the Dallas County program for 19 years. She was previously appointed by Texas Governor Rick Perry to serve on a Nursing Facility Advisory Committee. If you have questions or concerns, contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program at The Senior Source at www.theseniorsource.org or 214-823-5700.

Edgemere Residents Stay Frugal and Look Fabulous in Derby Day Hats

By Sarah Hodges sarah.hodges@peoplenewspapers.com

The colors were bold, the styles original, and the details handmade. But residents of Edgemere didn’t need to splurge to stand out in their eye-catching Kentucky Derby hats.

Store-bought headwear wouldn’t buy more fun on Derby Day, ladies in the senior living community remarked as they crafted their own headpieces with tulle, pearl strings, and even mini horse figurines.

“I just love colors,” 92-yearold Aysel Gursel said as she added feathers to the bright yellow hat that she’d decorated with flowers in shades of pink, blue, green, and red.

Gursel added that she wouldn’t waste her money gambling on the race — she’s more interested in riding horses than betting on them. But she still planned to join the fun at Edgemere’s Kentucky Derby celebration.

The senior living community’s Derby Day festivities included a showing of Seabiscuit , a hit film about a legendary racehorse, culinary treats, such as rich derby pie and hearty hot brown sandwiches, and a fancy hat parade and competition.

Almost all the fashionable hats residents wear on Derby Day are homemade, and some are elaborate, said Layla Barron, Edgemere’s assistant director of lifestyles. One year, a resident turned her hat’s brim into a track and put miniature horses on it, and another memorable hat-competition entrant decorated her brim with a white picket fence and roses.

“It’s a social event and we love to socialize here,” Barron said. “We love any excuse to have

a party, bring everyone together, and cheer for a greater cause.”

On race day, residents planned to view the Kentucky Derby and place bets on the winning horse.

Those who chose correctly would be entered in a prize drawing.

Linda Waterman said while adding pastel pink flowers to her off-white hat’s brim that she

would definitely tune in for this year’s Run for the Roses.

Waterman has been a Derby fan ever since she watched her first races on her family’s Zenith blackand-white television. She was nine years old when her family became the first on the block to get a TV.

“My parents used to love horse races,” she remembered.

Dorothy Black chose to decorate a hat that was pink, one of her favorite colors. While she was planning to wear her fancy headwear on Derby Day, she didn’t think she would bet on the race.

Black said that she’s never had much luck at games like Bingo.

But she’s been lucky in life.

“I’ve never been to the Ken -

tucky Derby, so I doubt that I would buy a hat for the occasion,” she remarked. “But when I saw that they were doing this, I thought, ‘How fun. Good idea.’”

A Senior Living Group’s Decade of Serving and Creating Community

By Celie Price Special Contributor

At CC Young, an East Dallas senior living community, a group of residents meets every Monday morning with one shared goal: turning trash into treasure.

The group, humorously named the “Happy Hookers,” recycles plastic bags and crochets them into sleeping mats for unhoused individuals. Over the last decade, its members have made more than 300 mats and rescued more than 180,000 plastic bags from being discarded in landfills.

The Happy Hookers marked their monumental 10-year anniversary in March, celebrating not just their achievements, but the closeknit community that has made it all possible.

“It’s relaxing. We share news, we share our health problems, we share whatever we’ve done,” said Judith Banes, a longtime member of the group. “But the main foundation is that we are doing something for somebody else.”

The name “Happy Hookers” is a playful nod to the crochet technique. Originally pitched as an inside joke, the moniker continues to draw laughs and spark conversation, which is a large part of the group’s foundation.

“We laugh a lot; the ‘happy’ part is really important,” Banes said. “You cannot help but love these people. They’ve had interesting lives, and they would do anything for you.”

Each mat takes about 600 plastic bags and more than 60 hours to complete. The process requires multiple steps, and every member has their own role to play. Once the bags are flattened, they are cut into strips, looped into yarn and then crocheted into six-foot-by-three-

foot mats.

“You don’t have to know how to crochet,” Banes said. “There’s something for everyone to do, and that makes it more welcoming.”

After the process is completed, the mats are distributed to shelters and outreach organizations across North Texas, including Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, Austin Street Center, and The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center.

“When it’s freezing and some-

body calls and says they need mats, and we’re able to take them down — and they’re so excited — that’s just so rewarding,” Banes said.

The project was started in 2016 by Briana Brown to help her mother, then a resident at CC Young, stay active after an injury.

The first meeting had five attendees, but the group quickly grew in popularity among the residents, as well as friends and volunteers from outside the campus. Brown’s

mother, though initially unenthusiastic as she was not a skilled crafter, eventually took to the idea and found a new community in the last years of her life.

“It is amazing that it was supposed to be just this little project for my mom,” Brown said. “I was like, I think we can do that here, because there are a lot of people who are wanting to use their hands. And so it became a community project, and people came from outside of CC Young, and we kept growing.”

The COVID-19 pandemic created major obstacles for the Happy Hookers, who were unable to hold their weekly in-person meetings. Still, the group persisted through it all. Members worked on their projects in quarantine until their gatherings could resume, all while maintaining a sustainable production pace and preserving the fun and relaxing nature of the activity.

Beyond the mats, the Happy Hookers has become a source of connection among the local senior living community and a weekly social outlet for members. Ten years later, the group is as strong as ever, and the work continues every Monday — one bag at a time.

“It gives you a purpose,” Brown said. “You’re doing something meaningful, and you’re doing it together.”

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People Newspapers Celebrates Young Difference Makers

By Sarah Hodges sarah.hodges@peoplenewspapers.com

People Newspapers was honored to celebrate 20 young changemakers and two youths on the rise on April 30 at Communities Foundation of Texas.

People Newspapers’ 20 Under 40 for 2026 are: Bridget Myers, Erica Wilkins Webb, Jessica Emanuel, Jordan Griesbeck, Katherine S undby, Katie Kuehl, Kelly Ongena, Lauren Bellemare, Lindsay Davis, Lindsay Poppenhagen, Mary Sutherland, Ross Mulf ord, Shan Zaidi, Taylor Clark, Taylor Frank, Whitney Rowell, Hannah Johnson, Thomas Hand, Sahil Sawnani, and Lauren Mariel.

Youths on the Rise for 2026 are Olivia-Sophie Keijsers Koning and Olivia Zhang.

Our 2026 20 Under 40 Awards Ceremony was emceed by former news anchor/reporter Jeff Brady, who asked honorees to share their goals, advice, and thoughts on the future of Dallas — as well as to answer some surprise questions of his own.

The evening included comments from Pat Martin, publisher of People Newspapers, Calvert Collins-Bratton, chief relationships officer for Communities Foundation of Texas, and Sarah Oliai, president of Rotary Club of Park Cities, which has been a program partner since 2022.

Featured speaker Elizabeth

Phillips told attendees about her journey toward becoming a committed advocate of child protection reform. Her life’s purpose, Phillips said, found her in 2019 when her younger brother died by suicide.

Phillips discovered a deeper calling through her pain. Today, the advocacy organization she founded, No More Victims, honors her

brother and amplifies the voices of survivors of child sexual abuse. No More Victims has successfully campaigned for the passage of Trey’s Law, which has ended the misuse of non-disclosure agreements against child sexual abuse victims in civil settlements in Texas and multiple other jurisdictions.

After the catastrophic July 4

flooding at Camp Mystic, No More Victims helped launch and coordinate the Campaign for Camp Safety, which has led to legislative reform in Texas and Alabama. Similar laws are moving toward passage in several other states, and No More Victims has grown into the No More Victims Alliance.

People Newspapers is grateful to presenting sponsor Communities Foundation of Texas, and premier sponsors Baylor Scott & White Health and Nor-Tex Greenscapes, whose support made it possible to recognize these outstanding young leaders.

Visit peoplenewspapers.com to read more about our honorees.

Everyone’s a Member at The Charleston Club Dallas’ first dedicated mahjong studio connects generations of players

By Lisa Petty Special Contributor

One North Dallas business is bringing a sensation from the Roaring Twenties into the modern era.

The Charleston Club, Dallas’ first dedicated mahjong studio, debuted last October at 4706 W. Lovers Lane.

Its name hearkens to the shuffling of tiles that takes place before a game, which looks a little like the famous Jazz Age dance — a reminder that, although mahjong may be having a moment, it’s hardly an overnight success.

Dating back two centuries or more, mahjong made its way from China to the States in the 1920s. Combining skill with bit of chance, it took off quickly during a time of dramatic change and optimism. Soon, players of all ages and backgrounds were coming together to try their luck at an irresistible new pastime that swapped plain ol’ cards for colorful, painted tiles.

a challenging time. Highland Park neighbor Lisa Rocchio remembers it well.

“In 2020, we couldn’t get together like we had before,” she said. “We started playing mahjong on Zoom and FaceTime to feel connected during the pandemic.”

Fast forward another hundred years, and mahjong again picked up momentum during

Rocchio continued playing regularly, as did many across the country, long after life returned to normal. Then, last year, a chance call from her mom led to a light bulb moment — as daughters can attest they often do.

“My mom’s 84, and she and her friends were looking for a new place for their regular mahjong game,” she recalled. “I thought, what if I created a place where the community and people of all ages could come and play together?”

Drawing upon her finance degree and MBA, as well as a lifelong “entrepreneurial spirit,” Rocchio quickly brought her business idea to life in its joyful and welcoming space on Lovers Lane.

Upon entering through its homey front

door, The Charleston Club draws visitors through three comfortable, color-themed rooms. Blue, green, and pink, they’re each highlighted by floral wallpaper and coordinating trim. Cozy club chairs surround 15 game tables, mixed-and-matched in complementary styles. Tables for up to four can be booked online ($100 for two hours); solo players are invited to join open play sessions (starting at $30).

Continuing the “at home” feel, guests can help themselves to a kitchen stocked with snacks, iced tea, and lemonade. For an extra kick, they can BYOB. Players may also bring their own equipment, rent what they need, or pick it up from the in-house boutique. Especially tempting retail items include seasonal and collegiate-themed tile sets, clever accessories, and even mahjong-themed apparel.

In the months since its debut, The Charleston Club has become a regular gathering place for many friends in the surrounding neighborhoods. It’s also gaining a reputation as a goto spot for special events, from birthdays to showers to graduations. Most of all, Rocchio simply wants everyone to feel welcome.

“You don’t need to be a member at The Charleston Club,” she said with a smile. “There are so few activities that you can do across all generations, and I think mahjong is having such a resurgence right now because people want to connect.”

Just Peachy

If you’ve driven Highway 287 on your way to and from Colorado, then you’re probably familiar with Monroe’s Peach Ranch near Hedley, Texas. Its family-owned fruit stands have bordered the highway for generations.

Each June, when my husband and I make our annual drive to Colorado for the summer, the colorful stands overflow with baskets of ripe, juicy, fragrant, Texas peaches — a tasty travelers’ snack and inspiration for countless summer recipes.

Once we’re in the mountains for the summer, I purchase Palisade peaches from Forte Farms when strolling through the Dillon Farmers Market. The peaches, grown on Colorado’s Western Slope where the days are hot and the nights are cool, are generally large with a thin, delicate, yellow skin blushed with pink. Super juicy and ultra-sweet, I can feel my mouth watering even as I write about them.

Peach season is relatively short, so moving beyond peach pie and adding this sweet, versatile stone fruit to summer menus can be deliciously rewarding. Perk up green salads with peach slices drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette, brighten the flavor of grilled fish with a fruit salsa made from cubes of mango, pineapple, and peach seasoned with red pepper flakes, fresh mint, and a squeeze of lime

juice, or welcome summer guests with bruschetta topped with goat cheese and juicy slices of fresh peach.

On the other hand, there’s nothing quite like peach cobbler or a slice of summertime peach pie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. These traditional summer fruit desserts are often connected with memorable gatherings of family and friends. My easy recipe for Rustic Peach Tart features sliced peaches encased in a buttery, flaky pastry. I leave the skin on the peaches and bake the

tart on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper, so preparation and cleanup are almost effortless. Happy Summer!

Christy Rost is a cookbook author, host of Celebrating Home cooking videos, and longtime resident of the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Her ‘At Home with Christy Rost’ cooking series for Eat This TV Network airs on AmazonFire, AppleTV+, Roku, Samsung TV, and YouTube. Please visit christyrost. com for details and recipes.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon salt

¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes

4-5 tablespoons ice water

6 medium ripe peaches, rinsed and sliced

½ cup sugar

2 teaspoons cornstarch

¼ teaspoon Saigon cinnamon

¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

1 egg, for egg wash

1 tablespoon water

Sparkling or granulated sugar, to garnish pie filling

Directions:

Place flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt into the bowl of a food processor; pulse several times to mix. Add cold butter and pulse until it is pea-size. Add 4 tablespoons ice water and process at low speed until the pastry is crumbly. If the mixture appears dry, add remaining ice water and process just until the pastry comes together. Wrap it in plastic wrap and chill at least 30 minutes or until cold.

In a large mixing bowl, gently stir together sliced peaches, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well blended; set aside.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. On a floured pastry cloth or counter, roll pastry into a 14-inch circle. Fold it in half and transfer to a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Unfold and spoon the filling into the center of the pastry, reserving some of the peach liquid if the peaches are extremely juicy. Gently fold the edges of the pastry up around the filling, overlapping to form a round tart with an open center. Take care the pastry doesn’t tear around the base or juices will escape during baking.

In a small bowl, whip egg and water with a fork, brush the egg wash over the pastry, and sprinkle with sparkling sugar. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Yield: 4 servings

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Preston Hollow Neighbors

Celebrate Spring and Community

Neighbors in Hockaday Square gathered on Hallmark Drive under clear skies on April 26 for the annual community Spring Fest.

The event welcomed longtime residents and newcomers alike, offering a relaxed setting to meet and mingle and creating an opportunity for neighbors to get to

know one another beyond a quick wave or passing greeting.

Tables lined with snacks and refreshments created a casual, come-and-go atmosphere.

Children made the most of the picture-perfect weather, filling the open lawn with laughter as they rotated through outdoor games.

New residents were introduced

throughout the afternoon, receiving warm welcomes as they settled into the community.

“It’s nice to see everyone outside, unplugged, and just enjoying each other’s company,” said longtime Hockaday Square resident Nancy Burke.

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and tall ceilings on the first level, with a kitchen that has stainlesssteel appliances. Two bedrooms downstairs have a bath. The upstairs bedroom could be a playroom.

In the heart of the sought-after French streets is a five-bedroom, Tudor-style home at 4305 Arcady Ave. Built by Tatum Brown, the home features a living room with a stone fireplace and a 300-plus-bottle wine closet in the dining room. A loggia overlooks the pool.

Name your favorite neighborhood, and chances are an Allie Beth Allman & Associates agent is offering a newly built home there.

Talk to the experts at Allie Beth Allman & Associates about owning a newly built home like one of these.

On a large lot in the prestigious Fairway of Preston Hollow, the 7, 009-square-foot, Santa Barbara-style estate at 6031 Lupton Drive has five bedrooms and a three-car garage. This architectural marvel blends Spanish Revival and California coastal style. Inside are limestone and plaster fireplaces and decorative cement tiles that contribute to its classic Mediterranean ambiance. Enjoy the backyard with a covered patio beside the pool.

The five-bedroom newly built home at 6632 Azalea Lane, also in Preston Hollow, offers almost 6,700-square-foot of living space on a large lot. Inside, the home has tall ceilings and wide-plank hardwoods. Entertain in a well-equipped kitchen around a stone island. The primary suite features vaulted ceilings and a bath with a free-standing tub and steam shower. Next to the covered patio and pool is a flex room with its own bath that could be a poolside lounge or guest suite.

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DAVE PERRY-MILLER

REAL ESTATE Discover a Masterclass in Urban Sophistication

This stunning corner residence at Parkside offers an unrivaled lifestyle overlooking Klyde Warren Park and the iconic Dallas skyline. 2025 Woodall Rogers Freeway #23 (2025woodallrogers23.daveperrymiller.com) is represented by the Gromatzky Group for $2,131,000.

Following a comprehensive 2026 refresh, the 2-bedroom home glows with Level 5 paint, refinished hardwoods, and a fully renovated primary suite featuring a spa-like wet area. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, boasting Poggenpohl cabinetry and premium Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, now accented by brandnew countertops.

Beyond the 10-foot ceilings and walls of windows lies an oversized patio, a rare downtown luxury for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Modern essentials are already handled, from a Jeep e-charger at your three dedicated parking spots to high-efficiency HVAC systems. With a 93 Walk Score, the Arts District’s world-class museums and dining are your backyard.

To schedule a showing, contact Kimberlee at 214.802.5025 | kimg@daveperrymiller.com or Taylor at 214.802.5002 | taylorgromatzky@ daveperrymiller.com.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (dpmre.com) is a division of the Ebby Halliday Companies, specializing in Preston Hollow, Park Cities, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park, plus lake homes and Farm & Ranch properties in the North Texas region.

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Two divine Dallas estates

This home of Cochran Chapel Road, represented for sale by Allie Beth Allman & Associates, offers grand amenities beyond its gates.

If you’re interested in the ultra-luxury market in Dallas—that is, homes priced at $10 million or above—then you’ve certainly come across Allie Beth Allman & Associates. Trusted by discerning sellers and buyers again and again, the luxury firm often represents the most exquisite estates in and around the city.

Here are two beautiful, elite properties newly up for sale with the brokerage’s expert agents.

Beyond the gates of 4255 Cochran Chapel Road, a majestic French-inspired manor on two acres of gorgeous grounds emerges ready to wow you. As you drive up to the 11,000-square-foot home, you can indulge in visions of glamorous parties in which valets greet guests at a circular motor court centered by a romantic. Inside, the voluminous double-height foyer with a dramatic, curving staircase and show-stopping chandelier further cement the estate’s grand, elegant atmosphere.

Designed by acclaimed architect Robbie Fusch and built in 2017, the fourlevel gem at 6715 Golf Drive is filled with finishes that exude modern sophistication, from Scandinavian white oak flooring to Porcelanosa tile and a state-of-theart Tesla solar roof. The dazzling chef’s kitchen, 90+ built-in speakers, indooroutdoor loggia, and large, sun-soaked living areas all prove that.

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Gallery Penthouse at HALL Arts Residences

1747 Leonard Street

Perched high above the vibrant Dallas Arts District, the Gallery Penthouse at HALL Arts Residences is more than a home: It is the backdrop for a life well-lived. With its harmonious balance between strong architecture and quiet, inviting spaces, the full-floor penthouse on level 26 has been meticulously designed by nationally renowned Abeyta Tibbs Architecture. Within its 7,688 square feet, the residence offers four bedrooms, four full baths, two half baths, thoughtful luxuries and effortless elegance. For those who value both privacy and grandeur, the Gallery Penthouse offers spaces for both. The library, just off the foyer, is a haven for quiet contemplation, in a setting that speaks to your refined taste. The formal living room, meanwhile, stands as the heart of the residence, offering expansive panoramic views of the Dallas skyline, a grand fireplace and a unique bronze floor pinstripe. The kitchen is its own masterpiece, with the finest in German design. Gaggenau appliances and sleek Bulthaup cabinetry ensure that every culinary endeavor is executed to the highest standards. In the primary bedroom suite, complete with a private terrace, wake up each morning to sprawling views of the city stretching out beneath you like a work of art.

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3901 Turtle Creek Boulevard #7

3901 Turtle Creek Boulevard #7 in Place des Vosges, represented by Diane DuVall of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty; $8,900,000

Located in the prestigious gated and guarded Place Des Vosges community on Turtle Creek Boulevard is this stunning residence representing a rich blend of classical elements that create authentic and timeless interiors. From the caststone exterior to the custom finishes throughout, careful thought was given to all the bespoke features of this 6, 712sf home including premium grade marbles, stone and granite finishes. An antique Italian door frame serves as an impressive fireplace surround in the living room alongside French doors overlooking the private courtyard. Dramatic high ceilings, gleaming hardwoods and spaciously proportioned entertainment areas feature hand-finished walls, beautiful wall coverings, deep molding and decorative lighting throughout. Reminiscent of a European villa, the classic design includes a stunning entrance hall with marble stairwell, hand-forged iron rails, crystal chandeliers and sconces. The home has a perfect entertainment flow leading to a private outdoor pool with alfresco kitchen. Enjoy the peace of mind of living in this one-of-a-kind, luxury residence minutes from Dallas’ Arts District, The Katy Trail, fine restaurants and shopping.

THE PERRY-MILLER STREIFF GROUP Recently Transformed in Preston Hollow

11040 Tibbs is currently being offered for $3,295 ,000.

Recently transformed by an approximately $1M total remodel, this Preston Hollow residence showcases exceptional designer finishes and thoughtful upgrades throughout. Interiors were extensively renovated circa 2025 by renowned builder Ellen Grasso, complemented by a complete pool overhaul featuring new surfacing, updated tile, a spa addition, tranquil water features, and a resistance swim jet - creating a true private resort experience.

Set on a large, quiet corner lot and framed by mature specimen trees, the property backs directly to the Northaven Trail, offering immediate access for walking and cycling all the way to White Rock Lake - an exceptional blend of privacy and connectivity.

The open kitchen and living area overlook a covered terrace, a beautifully landscaped backyard, and the remodeled pool, spa, and putting green.

The main-level primary suite offers a spacious sitting area and spa-inspired bath with steam shower, soaking tub, dual vanities, and a custom walk-in closet with washer-dryer connections.

Ideally located in the heart of Preston Hollow, this updated home at a compelling price is just minutes from top private schools, along with premier shopping and dining destinations.

Contact Ryan Streiff (469.371.3008) or Jason Bates (214.673.4268) for more information or to set up a private showing. Visit DPMFineHomes.com to learn more.

Tucked into the gated, guarded enclave of Place des Vosges, just south of Highland Park, this stately, four-floor residence offers a rare fusion of classical sophistication and cuttingedge artistry. Commissioned by prominent art collectors, the home boasts unmatched integrity in design and construction. Built in 1997, it is an homage to French châteaux by noted architect James Langford, complete with radius-cut Lueders limestone, intricate ironwork and a regal, commanding presence. The interior is by renowned designer Paul Draper and is strikingly contemporary, with a mix of materials that includes plaster, rosewood, oak, limestone, sandstone, marble, onyx, gold leaf and brass. A standout feature is the monumental fireplace surround in the two-story living room: an 18th-century chimneypiece of marble and jasper attributed to Henry Cheere, carver to Westminster Abbey. This home is a work of art — for the enjoyment of art. It offers three sumptuous bedrooms, a media room, chef’s kitchen, formal dining room, breakfast room and perhaps the world’s most unusual library. Housed atop the home’s distinctive turret, the library is also beneath one of the world’s few residential installations of a Skyspace by artist James Turrell. At the touch of a button, the top of the turret’s conical roof rises gently and swings open slowly — a motorized system designed for the home by a NASA engineer — transforming the library into a dynamic, living artwork.

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Pinnacle of Waterfront Living: 505 Ranch Estate

Experience the rare intersection of modern luxury and rugged ranch heritage at the exclusive 505 Ranch on Cedar Creek Lake. Situated just 45 minutes from Downtown Dallas, this extraordinary 3.46acre estate at 111 Sun Valley (111sunvalley. ebby.com) in Mabank is listed by Debbie French for $3,300,000. It offers 131 feet of pristine open water frontage, accessible via a private, wooded drive.

The residence is a masterclass in design, featuring an open-concept great room with soaring ceilings and panoramic lake views. A chef’s kitchen, equipped with high-end appliances and a wine fridge, anchors the home, while two main-level primary suites offer serene retreats. Upstairs, custom bunk rooms and a sprawling game room provide the ultimate space for hosting guests.

The outdoor oasis is unmatched, boasting a heated and chilled pool, a stone firepit, and a private boathouse with a party deck. As a resident of this gated community, gain access to 400 acres of shared amenities, including clubhouse with pool, guest cottages, private stocked fishing ponds, ATV trails, skeet range, equestrian center and full-time ranch staff with concierge services available.

To schedule a showing, contact Debbie French in the Ebby Cedar Creek Lake office at 903-340-7747 | debbie@debbiefrench.com.

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The perfect Preston Hollow home

Allie Beth Allman & Associates agents have announced new offerings in prestigious Preston Hollow.

It’s no secret that Preston Hollow is one of the most sought-after, prestigious neighborhoods in Dallas.

With the picturesque area’s popularity comes a competitive market, however, so you want to work with the best when house hunting here. Allie Beth Allman & Associates’ seasoned agents have a proven record and reputation to rely on. Here are a few of their stunning current offerings.

At 9435 Inwood Road, a dazzling oneacre estate offers lush scenery, easy privacy and exceptional design. Though it was built in 2004, the property’s unique, 7,000-square-foot modern has been fully reimagined recently with meticulous finishes and updates. Bright, tranquil and move-in-ready, the home serves up sunfilled spaces.

If midcentury moderns have your heart, don’t miss 11116 Westmere Circle. The circa-1958 sits on a rare lake lot and even boasts a boat house. Imagine hosting dinner parties beside the custom architectural slat wall, chatting with friends in front of the new living room fireplace, or meal-prepping in the revamped kitchen.

The five-bedroom gem at 6023 Del Norte Lane draws you in with its blend of contemporary-chic touches and classic elegance. Amid the beauty, you can put on lively gatherings in the impressive great room with a bar or on the covered patio with a fire pit.

520 Orzo Road in Maypearl, Ellis County, represented by Tyler Thomas of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty; $16,900,000

Just 40 miles from both Dallas and Fort Worth, Pearl Ranch blends exceptionally refined luxury living with the rugged beauty of the Texas countryside. This 662-acre property is truly unrivaled, encompassing multiple residences, an entertainment pavilion, recreation center, event venue, fishing cabin and equestrian facilities. The setting is equally magnificent, offering a diverse habitat that transitions between expansive improved pastures and densely wooded areas, plus several lakes and ponds, a sunflower field, dramatic viewpoints and a sense of grandeur that is exceedingly rare this close to the nation’s fastestgrowing metroplex.

The crown jewel is the custom-built, stone main home with five bedrooms, chef’s kitchen, wine cellar, cigar room, safe room and spectacular living spaces. A luxurious outdoor living area and infinity-edge pool frame panoramic views of a pristine bass lake below — a setting that is spectacular every hour of the day. Pearl Ranch’s gently rolling terrain offers paved and landscaped roads, scenic riding trails, high-fenced and crossfenced portions, seasonal wetlands and seven bodies of water, including a gleaming 5-acre lake with boat ramp and boathouse. The world-class wildlife includes white-tailed deer, fallow deer, elk, oryx, blackbuck antelope, dove, turkey, duck and hog. Most remarkably, the ranch’s proximity to the metroplex means you can be in a blind at first light and back in Dallas or Fort Worth by lunch — a luxury that few properties can offer.

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Dreamy homes available in University Park

Allie Beth Allman & Associates has been a leader in selling University Park homes year in and year out.

If you’ve been dreaming of calling University Park’s tree-lined streets home, check out these four sublime offerings up for sale with Allie Beth Allman & Associates.

Moments from Preston Center and NorthPark shopping, 4028 Marquette St. pairs a prime location with a thoughtful, contemporary design. As you stroll through the 6,143-square-foot gem, its spaces are utterly magazine-worthy.

Filled with artful touches, such as unique light fixtures and a masterfully remodeled kitchen, the 5,104-square-foot haven at 3132 Stanford Ave. exudes polish and personality. The home promises a heavenly primary suite, sophisticated pool and spa, and expansive outdoor living areas.

If pier-and-beam architecture and verdant landscaping sound enticing, don’t miss 7503 Caruth Blvd. Strolling up the property’s charming pathway and stepping inside the fivebedroom home, stately fireplaces, oversized windows and wood beams await as well as a large chef’s kitchen any foodie would swoon over.

A four-bedroom stunner at 3420 Hanover St. is an entertainer’s ideal forever home. Not only does it offer multiple chic bars, a huge game room, and a flowing open floor plan, but it also has a putting green and a covered patio with a fireplace so you can host all year with ease.

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Westover House in Westover Hills, represented by Ralph Randall, Madeline Jobst and Ashley Mooring of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty; $22,000,000

I.M. Pei designed only three private homes in his lifetime. Westover House is the last and greatest — a significant achievement in American residential architecture. Westover House shares its DNA with Pei’s most celebrated works, including the Pyramid at the Louvre in Paris and the East Building of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Commanding a hilltop in Fort Worth’s Westover Hills, the sprawling home is thoughtfully sited on nearly 4 gently sloping acres. It offers a unique garden room — a soaring, lightfilled space with a canted roof of glass and steel that rises above the tree line — a nearly 70-foot-

Colorado. The unique textural fluting on the walls, inside and out, was painstakingly bushhammered by hand. Interior flooring includes Portuguese marble and Burmese teak, with outside terraces of granite. Westover House isn’t just an architectural triumph — it is a Fort Worth legend, completed in 1969 for a horse breeder, art collector and philanthropist and never available before. At more than 19,000 square feet and a work of modernist art, this is an acquisition of genuine architectural and cultural consequence.