Harold Wendell Lang Sr Middle School

Friendly staff, teachers, and a new mission for success.

We are new to Dallas and Texas, in general. I enrolled my child here because it is our "home school." My child dreaded going to school every day. His teacher only communicated with me when he had "an issue" with my child. He also went as far as saying "I never had a student like yours" and then I found out it was only his first year of teaching. Instead of giving my child more challenging work, they gave my child "extra work" just to stay busy. Then I find out that my child is 2 grades above grade level in reading and math by the test scores. The teacher acknowleged that my child's intellect in a meeting, but did nothing throughout the school year to nurture it. I have come to learn that you can choose the school your child goes to in Dallas ISD and we are definitely not staying here. Edna Rowe is going to be a montessori school next school year. I don't see how that is possible if they can't help children and funtion like a regular school.

Sanger Elementary School has been an exceptional experience for our family, particularly in terms of communication and its strong sense of community. The school's administration and staff excel at keeping parents informed and involved through consistent updates, newsletters, and prompt communication about both academic and extracurricular activities. This openness makes every parent feel engaged and valued as part of their child's educational journey.Beyond communication, Sanger Elementary's community feel is truly special. The school fosters a warm, inclusive environment where families connect, collaborate, and support one another. Events and activities, whether academic, athletic, or social, create genuine opportunities for families to engage, making Sanger a place where both students and parents thrive. It’s more than just a school; it’s a vibrant community where everyone works together for the success of each child. We're proud to be part of the Sanger Elementary family!

My experience at this school was highly unsatisfactory. As a teacher, I witnessed firsthand numerous issues within the school. The school leadership, including the Principal and Assistant Principals, consistently neglected the needs of both teachers and students. Teachers were frequently compelled to cover each other's classrooms to address behavioral problems, diverting valuable teaching time. Moreover, the school failed to prioritize student safety adequately. For instance, during a shootout across the street at the high school, the administration did not initiate a lockdown, despite the shooter being at large in the area. Shockingly, the school administration attempted to conceal their own mistakes and avoid informing parents about incidents involving safety, sexual harassment, or violence. The behavior of the students in all grade levels was appalling, leading to teachers spending more time on discipline than on actual teaching, resulting in an educational disadvantage for the students. If you are considering teaching at this school, I strongly advise against it, as the teachers there universally dislike it. Similarly, if you are contemplating sending your child to this school, I would discourage it. Throughout the school year, several students left unnoticed, walking home in the middle of the day. The class sizes are unreasonably large, preventing students from receiving the attention they deserve. Ultimately, the responsibility for these issues lies with the Principal, Dr. Adreana Davis, as well as DISD and the education system as a whole. While this system appears to perpetuate failure among black and brown students, it is the duty of the leadership to prevent such circumstances, which unfortunately Dr. Davis and her administration fail to support. Many teachers at Guzick are subjected to physical and emotional abuse by students, creating an intolerable environment.

I am currently a student here, and I would just like to say that I love the education here I love the outdoor program and the camping trips we go on and I love the teachers so much. They are the most helpful people on earth. I love the playgrounds that we get to play on and I think the homework has really helped me learn how to manage my time at home better, and I feel like overall I am just a better person because of this school.I hope that I can keep going here for years to come.