12 DFW Private Schools to Look Into
Choosing the right school for your child can be a daunting task. With so many variables to consider such as public or private, affordability, and academic performance it can easily get overwhelming. Additionally and more importantly, is finding the right fit, based on your child’s specific needs and learning style. Data consistently shows that private school students perform higher on all subjects when compared to their peers in public school, NAEP. This can possibly be attributed to the smaller class sizes that private schools tend to offer. With a better student-to-teacher ratio, children are given more one-on-one attention. Furthermore, private schools tend to offer a larger variety of courses, plus extensive extracurricular activities and sports. Other factors to consider when making your decision are tuition costs, access to specialized help for children with learning disabilities, and overall graduation and college enrollment rates. Fortunately, the number of private schools in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex, and across the nation, are rapidly increasing. This means there are more options available for DFW families to find the perfect fit for their schooling needs. With over 6 million people living in the DFW metro area, it’s no surprise that there are hundreds of private schools available for parents to choose from. So where do DFW parents begin when searching for private schools? If you’re currently contemplating sending your child to a private school in the Dallas Fort Worth area, keep reading. We’ve put together a list of 12 great private school options in the Metroplex, to get your research started. These schools all offer kindergarten through twelfth grade, and some offer pre-kindergarten. All Saints Episcopal School9700 Saints Circle, Fort Worth 76108817-560-5700https://www.aseschool.org/ Co-EdK-12 St Mark’s School of Texas10600 PRESTON RDDALLAS, TX 75230214-346-8000https://www.smtexas.org/ All Boys1st-12 The Clariden School of Southlake100 Clariden Ranch Road, Southlake 76092682-237-0400https://www.claridenschool.org/ Co-EdK-12 Greenhill School4141 SPRING VALLEY ROADADDISON, TX 75001(972) 628-5400https://www.greenhill.org/Co-EdPreK-12 The Hockaday School11600 WELCH ROADDALLAS, TX 75229(214) 360-6526https://www.hockaday.org/ All GirlsPK-12 Dallas International School6039 CHURCHILL WAYDALLAS, TX 75230(972) 991-6379https://www.dallasinternationalschool.org/ Co-EdPK-12 Trinity Valley School7500 DUTCH BRANCH RDFORT WORTH, TX 76132(817) 321-0100https://www.tvs.org/ Co-EdPK-12 The Shelton School15720 Hillcrest Rd., Dallas 75248972-774-1772https://www.shelton.org/ Co-EdPK-12 Alcuin School6144 CHURCHILL WAYDALLAS, TX 75230(972) 239-1745https://www.alcuinschool.org/ Co-EdPK-12 Fort Worth Country Day School4200 COUNTRY DAY LANEFORT WORTH, TX 76109(817) 302-3209https://www.fwcd.org/Co-EdPK-12 The Oakridge School5900 WEST PIONEER PARKWAYARLINGTON, TX 76013(817) 451-4994https://www.theoakridgeschool.org/Co-EdPK-12 Parish Episcopal School4101 SIGMA RDDALLAS, TX 75244(977) 239-8011https://www.parish.org/Co-EdOK-12 If you need information on neighborhoods or housing in a particular school’s area, feel free to give our office a call. We are happy to provide insight so that you can make the best decision for your family and child’s education.
7 Drool-Worthy BBQ Joints In The DFW
Whether you’re talking about lip-smacking stacks of smoked ribs, slow-cooked brisket, or tender fall-apart pulled pork, they all comprise an essential food group of Texans. Barbecue. The lone star state and barbecue go together like Friday nights and football, all of which Texans take very seriously. And while the hill country region of Texas may reign king for mouth-watering pit creations, the DFW metroplex has a thriving BBQ scene that rivals royalty. So who serves the BEST barbecue in the DFW area? Well, that’s a dangerous question to ask in a state where barbecue is so highly revered, and trying to answer it would likely put my well-being at risk. With so many pitmasters perfecting their craft and putting their own unique twist on their delectably delicious barbecue dishes, trying to choose just one won't do justice to this booming barbecue arena. So instead, I’m sharing 7 drool-worthy BBQ joints across the DFW that should be on your list to check out. When you do, you can be the judge and decide for yourself who deserves the BBQ crown of the DFW. Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que Good meats. Good sides. Good vibes. That about sums up this iconic family-owned barbeque eatery off Mockingbird Lane. Coining its clever name after a pit fire that engulfed the entire restaurant in smoke, Smokey John’s has been doing it big since 1976. Their expertise makes every dish worth a try! Smokey John’s Website Address:1820 W. Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75235 (214) 352-2752 Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11AM - 7PM Photo Credit: panthercitybbq.com Panther City BBQ Creamy corn, topped with chopped brisket, cilantro, queso fresco, and hot sauce = Brisket Elote. Need I say more? What once started as a taco truck, quickly grew into a Texas Monthly Top 10 BBQ joint. Panther City BBQ in Fort Worth should definitely be on your BBQ bucket list! Panther City BBQ Website Address:201 E Hattie St,Fort Worth, TX 76104(682) 499-5618 Hours: Thursday - Saturday 11AM - 4PM, Sunday and Wednesdays 11AM - 2PM, Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Photo Credit: hurtadobbq.com Hurtado Barbecue Co. Central Texas-style barbeque fused with delicious Tex-Mex flavors, wrapped in a beef tallow flour tortilla. Enough said. Thank me later. Hurtado Barbecue Website Address (2 locations): ARLINGTON205 E Front StArlington, TX 76010 (682) 323-5141Hours: 11AM - Sold Out (7 days a week) LITTLE ELM100 Hardwicke LnLittle Elm, TX 75068(46) 579-5220Hours: 11AM - 8PM (7 days a week) Photo Credit: zavalasbarbecue.com Zavala’s Barbecue What started as just taking orders on social media, quickly blew up into a Grand Prairie hotspot, for their “flawless smoked brisket”, (labeled by Texas Monthly). If brisket is your favorite BBQ staple, definitely stop by Zavala’s. Plus, they serve breakfast tacos and coffee! Zavala’s Barbecue Website Address:421 W Main St, Grand Prairie, TX 75050(817) 330-9061 Hours: Tues - Friday 6AM - 11AM (Tacos & Coffee), Thurs - Sat 11AM - 4PM Big D BBQ No frills, just good ol’ Texas barbeque made from scratch every day! Great meat, stand-out sides, and exceptional service. Definitely a favorite of many in the southern DFW area. Try the Burnt Ends and the Smoked Black Pepper Sausage Mac ‘n’ Cheese! Address (2 locations): MANSFIELD226 N Walnut Creek Dr.Mansfield, TX 76063Hours: Tues - Sat, 11AM - 3PM MIDLOTHIAN214 W Avenue FMidlothian, TX 76065Hours: Tues - Sat, 11AM - 10PM Photo Credit: hutchinsbbq.com Hutchins BBQ Home of the famous Texas Twinkie. If the combination of juicy smoked brisket, jalapenos, cream cheese, and bacon sounds enticing, Hutchins BBQ is where you want to go. Hutchins BBQ Website Address (2 Locations): MCKINNEY1301 N Tennessee St,McKinney, TX 75069(972) 548-2629 FRISCO9225 Preston RdFrisco, TX 75033(972) 377-2046 Hours: Mon-Sun 11AM - 9PM Photo Credit: cattleackbbq.com CattleAck Barbeque Plan your visit ahead to this BBQ gem- they’re only open two days a week for lunch and on the first Saturday of every month. The lines to order wrap around the building, and they sell out every single week. Try the Toddfather signature sandwich- layers of brisket, sausage, pulled pork & homemade slaw - yum! CattleAck Barbeque Website Address:13628 Gamma Rd, Dallas, TX 75244(972) 805-0999 Hours: Thursdays, Fridays, and 1st Saturdays of the month: 10:30AM - 2PM And there you have it, folks! These 7 stand-out BBQ joints should definitely be on your BBQ bucket list. While these only represent a tiny fraction of what the DFW Barbeque scene has to offer, they’ll leave a lasting impression for sure! Where’s your favorite BBQ from? I’d love to hear your suggestions!
How to Conquer Moving Day Like a Pro
Are you buying a new home or relocating to a new area? Do you feel the stress and overwhelm already creeping in, just thinking about the process of moving? You aren’t alone! In fact, moving is probably one of the most dreaded tasks of adulthood, and rightfully so. There is a lot of planning and preparation that goes into a successful move, not to mention the tedious process of packing up your entire life into boxes. We get it! As experienced realtors and investors, we know a thing or two about moving and how to keep the stress and overwhelm to a minimum. That’s why we’ve put together this ultimate timetable breakdown so you can stay in charge, keep things organized, and avoid the stress that typically accompanies a big move. 6 Weeks Prior to Moving Day Six weeks out may seem like a long time, but once you get started you’ll soon find that the days will fly by. It’s best to start taking care of things as soon as you can. Here’s what we suggest doing 6 weeks before your move. Take inventory of items to move. Create a spreadsheet if you’re tech-savvy, and list out everything that will be moved- this will help you gauge the size of the move. Declutter. This is a great time to shed items that haven't been used in years. Donate them to your favorite charity or have a yard sale. Determine how you will move. Based on your final inventory (after decluttering), determine if you need professional movers or if this will be a do-it-yourself move. Get moving quotes. If you decide to hire professional movers, start calling around to get quotes so you can determine costs. Create a Moving Day Supply Kit. Start collecting items that you’ll need on moving day, such as boxes, packing tape, box cutters, scissors, bubble wrap, and permanent markers. This will prevent you from having to stop in the middle of packing or moving day, to run to the store for supplies. ***Pro Tip - To cut down on toxic waste, use towels, bedding, and even clothing in place of bubble wrap or packing peanuts. Inquire about the school registration process. If your move requires your children to change schools, this is a great time to reach out to the new school for their registration process. Contact insurance companies. For life, health, fire, and auto insurances be proactive by contacting your insurance provider(s) to update, cancel, or transfer your services. Inquire about employer benefits. If your move is work-related, pay your HR office a visit and find out if there are any available benefits or funding to assist your move. 4 Weeks Prior to Moving Day At four weeks out, stay organized and in control by requesting records, returning rented items, and moving valuables to a safe location. Here are actionable steps to begin taking at the four-week mark. Transition utilities. Contact your utility providers and inform them of your upcoming move. Schedule turnoff or transfer dates, and request deposits or refunds if applicable. If you’ll need service from a new provider, go ahead and contact them to schedule your service turn-on date, (this should be at least a day or two prior to moving day). Obtain records. Request your medical records, or the transfer of records, if you already have a new medical provider selected. The same goes for your pets’ records- don’t forget to reach out to your veterinarian. Take a food inventory. Create an itemized list of the remaining food in your refrigerator and pantry. For your final four weeks, create a meal plan with the goal to use up as many of your food items as possible. Prepare small engines for the move. To reduce fire hazards, extract gas and oil from small engines (lawn mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, etc..) Move valuables. Transition valuables like jewelry and important documents (deeds and titles) to a safety deposit box or other safe location to prevent them from getting lost or stolen on moving day. Collect and return. Now is the perfect time to collect any items that you may have lent out to your neighbors. Also, don’t forget to return any items that you borrowed or rented out. 1-2 Weeks Prior to Moving Day With moving day around the corner, you’re on the home stretch! The last two weeks before your move can be daunting, but having a plan like this will make all the difference! Schedule sitters. Make plans for children and pets to spend the day at the sitters, if possible. Change your address. Visit your local post office or fill out a change of address form online. You’ll also want to notify your change of address with your bank(s). Tune up vehicles. If you have vehicles that will be driven long distances during the move, be sure to have them serviced in advance, to avoid any complications on moving day. Cancel services. Be sure to cancel any ongoing services like newspaper delivery, landscaping, cleaning, or trash/recycling. Start packing. To make unpacking easier, label boxes by room with a brief description of their content. Color-coded packing tape is also a great way to organize boxes. Save the essentials. Set aside items that you will need on moving day, to ensure they don’t get packed and loaded on the moving truck. Pack an ‘open first’ box. This box should include a clean change of clothing, bedding, and toiletries for everyone. In the event that you don’t want to unpack everything at the end of the day, having this box will provide you with all that you need. Pre-clean your new bathroom. If possible, make a trip to your new home and pre-clean the bathroom. After a long day of moving, you’ll be glad to have a clean shower to rinse off in. Prepare a floor plan. This step will make it easy on moving day by illustrating where furniture and appliances will go. Moving Day! You made it! Thanks to all of your planning and preparation, the bulk of the hard work is behind you. Follow these final steps to complete your stress-free move. Confirm with your movers. If you’ve hired movers, check in with them to ensure that they have the correct addresses, along with your contact information and a backup contact. Keep your open-first box with you. Rather than loading it on the moving truck, keep it with you to ensure you have essentials for your first night. Do a final review. Once you have an empty house, do one final review to ensure nothing is left behind. Be sure to check all rooms including your attic, basement, closets, and sheds. Vacate. Finally, it’s time to go! Make sure windows and doors are locked and utilities are turned off. For extra precaution, take pictures of each room as proof of how you left the property. Notify your realtor that you have left the premises. Schedule a Free Consultation with Vergara Realty Group Lastly, if you’re looking to buy or sell a home in the Dallas Fort Worth Area, call Vergara Realty Group to set up a free consultation.
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