Hawk Happenings
Student Council President
Hawk Happenings, March 26, 2026
This morning, our Student Council President for the 2026–2027 school year was announced. Leadership is handed off. The torch is passed. Ardere et Lucere!
Rockets!
Hawk Happenings, March 19, 2026
Each year, our Form III students take to the Hidden Field with Fr. Mark for one of Cistercian’s favorite traditions: the annual Rocket Launch.
Form I Construction Visit
Hawk Happenings, February 21, 2026
This week, Fr. Christopher walked with his Form I students through the former art and music rooms, now cleared and ready for demolition. The boys studied blueprints and caught a glimpse of what’s next. A new Performing Arts Center, coming soon!
Book Curling
Hawk Happenings, February 19, 2026
Librarian Nancy McGinnis gives the boys a choice: return your books or return your books and play Book Curling. The boys slide their books, aim for glory, and compete for the ultimate prize… candy.
Beware the Ides of Form I
Hawk Happenings, January 24, 2026
In Form I Social Studies, fifth graders were introduced to the life of Julius Caesar. Three students claimed to be the real Caesar, but only one was telling the truth. The other two were imposters. Using clues from each presentation, the rest of the class had to decide who was authentic.
Clean Water Supplies
Hawk Happenings, January 22, 2026
Students in Forms VI and VII packed clean water supplies, including water bottles and iodine tablets, along with hygiene products such as soap and hand sanitizer, to be sent to communities around the world where access to clean water is limited.
MLK Day of Service
Hawk Happenings, January 19, 2026
Our Upper School students, faculty, and staff served across Dallas County for our MLK Day of Service.
Work of Heart
Hawk Happenings, December 19, 2025
Colleagues of Dr. Renee Phillips, a counselor at Cistercian Preparatory School, refer to her as a generous individual who graciously offers her time and compassion.
Christmas Concert
Hawk Happenings, December 18, 2025
Forms I and II shared their Christmas Concert with our community. Thank you to Mr. Lewis and the boys for a wonderful evening of music.
Seussical Jr.
Hawk Happenings, December 6, 2025
Highlights from our Middle School production of Seussical Jr. With our biggest cast yet, 40 students came together to bring the stories of Dr. Seuss to life on stage.