Janmar, Dallas

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Janmar is a subdivision in North Dallas, Texas.

Janmar was developed from 1953 to 1960. It was named after Janet and Margaret, the daughters of the developer. Many of the houses have contemporary architecture. The Round House, which opened in 1962, is located in Janmar. The Round House was under construction for eight years. [1]

Education

Janmar residents are located in the Dallas Independent School District. [1] It is zoned to Arthur Kramer Elementary School, [2] Ben Franklin Middle School, [3] and Hillcrest High School. [4] In 2009 D Magazine stated that many people buying property in the neighborhood are interested in sending their children to the local public schools. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "Neighborhood Spotlight: Jan Mar". D Magazine . 2009-07-02. Archived from the original on 2009-08-25. Retrieved 2011-10-12. Location: South of Forest Lane (excluding El Hara Circle); west of The White Rock Creek easement; north of Mason Dells & Baxtershire drives; east of Hillcrest Avenue. (compare this against the Dallas ISD boundary maps)
  2. "Fall 2011 Arthur Kramer Elementary Attendance Zone Grades PK-5." Dallas Independent School District. Retrieved on October 12, 2011.
  3. "Fall 2011 Benjamin Franklin Middle School Attendance Zone Grades 6-8." Dallas Independent School District. Retrieved on October 11, 2011.
  4. "Fall 2011 Hillcrest High School Attendance Zone Grades 9-12." Dallas Independent School District. Retrieved on October 11, 2011.