Hawk Happenings
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.
Aviation Pioneer Steven Udvar-Hazy
Hawk Happenings, December 4, 2025
A group of Cistercian seniors attended a special talk with aviation pioneer Steven Udvar-Hazy at Circle T Ranch in Westlake. Through our partnership with the Junior World Affairs Council, students had a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the leaders who helped shape the modern aviation industry.
Keeping Irving Beautiful
Hawk Happenings, November 11, 2025
Once a month during their free Activities period, Upper School students gather to pick up trash in partnership with the local nonprofit Keep Irving Beautiful. So far, their efforts have focused on areas affected by the frequently flooding creek that runs through campus and the underpass connecting UD and Cistercian.