Marley Park News

If approved, it Proposition 421 fund: 

• New air conditioning systems to ensure a safe environment, and uninterrupted learning for students

• New fire panels to improve safety at all schools

• Construction of a new elementary school to address the rapid growth in the northwest part of our district.

• Land for a high school to ensure the district is prepared for future growth

• Renovation of aging facilities, to include construction of public restrooms for athletic facilities at our high schools, renovation of the aging auditorium at Dysart High School, the district’s original high school.

Looking for more details about the election and potential impacts? Check out these factual resource links available on our website and share with others:

• Dysart.org/Prop421

• Budget Video

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

It’s hard to believe we are already wrapping up the first quarter of the school year! We are so proud of the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our Mavericks over these first nine weeks. 

As we close out a fantastic first quarter, we hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a well-deserved week off for Fall Break! Take some time to rest, recharge, have fun, and enjoy time together. 

There will be no school during Fall Break, Monday, October 12th-Friday, October 16th. We look forward to welcoming our Mavericks back refreshed and ready for an amazing second quarter! See you Monday, October 19th. 

This week is Parent-Teacher Conference Week! Please remember that our Mavericks will be released at 1:45 p.m. on the following days: 

Monday, October 5 

Thursday, October 8 

Friday, October 9 

Please mark your calendar and make arrangements for how your Maverick will get home on these early release days. 

We look forward to connecting with our families and celebrating the growth of our Mavericks!

Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place at Marley Park the week of October 5th. Please make sure you have signed up for a time to meet with your child(ren)’s teacher(s).

We look forward to this opportunity to celebrate our students and the growth they have made during the first nine weeks of school! Conferences are also an important time for us to partner with our families, discuss student progress, and work together to set meaningful goals for the upcoming quarter. 

 Information about scheduling your conference has been shared through your ParentSquare account. We can’t wait to connect with you and celebrate all that our Mavericks have accomplished!

Our Maverick softball and baseball teams took the field last week.  They will continue with thier season, taking on district competition through the next month! Want to catch a game?  See the schedule below! 

Get registered to vote by October 5 at Elections.Maricopa.gov and learn more at Dysart.org/Prop421.

If approved, Proposition 421 would fund: 

• New air conditioning systems to ensure a safe environment, and uninterrupted learning for students 
• New fire panels to improve safety at all schools 
• Construction of a new elementary school to address the rapid growth in the northwest part of our district. 
• Land for a high school to ensure the district is prepared for future growth 
• Renovation of aging facilities, to include construction of public restrooms for athletic facilities at our high schools, renovation of the aging auditorium at Dysart High School, the district’s original high school. 

Cross Country is underway at Marley Park and our athletes are looking forward to a great season! Come out and support our runners as they work hard to improve and set personal best times at each QUAD meet. 

Our team will participate in the following meets this season:

9/14/2026 Quad Meet- Ashton Ranch Middle School

9/26/2026 High School Invitational- Willow Canyon HS

10/5/2026 Quad Meet- Sonoran Heights Middle School

10/24/2026 High School Invitational- Dysart High School

10/31/2026 High School Invitational- Valley Vista High School

11/16/2026 Quad Meet- Dysart Middle School

11/30/2026 Quad Meet- Cimarron Springs Middle School

12/5/2026 DUSD Championship- Shadow Ridge High School

12/12/2026 NWVAC Championship- Cactus High School (Peoria)

We are excited for our second season of Chess Club at Marley Park.  Our Mavericks are practicing and preparing for district competition.  We are looking forward to cheering them on and supporting them this season! 

The Dysart Unified School District Governing Board has placed Proposition 421 on the November 3, 2026 ballot to maintain safe, functional learning environments, and support continued growth. The estimated tax impact to the community is $3 per month, or $36 per year.* 

If approved, here are a few of the ways our schools and community needs will be supported:

• Replacement of aging air conditioning systems and fire panels
• Renovation of aging facilities
• Construction of a new elementary school
• Land for a high school
  

Get registered to vote in this mail-in only election by October 5 at Elections.Maricopa.gov and learn more at Dysart.org/Prop421.

*Based on an estimated $0.17 tax rate on an average assessed home value of $215,435. Assessed value is determined by the Maricopa County Assessor's Office to calculate property taxes, and is not the same as the market value that a home would sell for. Tax rates are an estimate and are influenced by a variety of factors including Maricopa County assessed valuation fluctuations.

Congratulations to our newest Maverick National Junior Honor Society members! We are proud to welcome you into this important leadership role at Marley Park. We look forward to watching you continue to serve others, lead by example, and exceed academic expectations. Congratulations, Mavericks! Your leadership is just getting started! 

Don't forget to complete this important update before August 31. Having correct medical, contact, and household information on file is vital in the event of an emergency. It also ensures you are receiving communications in the manner you prefer. Reach out to your school's front office if you have any questions or need assistance. Click below to get started.

We are ready for our first season of sports and clubs at Marley Park.  ALL Participants must register in AKTIVATE before trying out for the team. 

6th-8th grade students are invited to try out for Baseball & Softball

Baseball Tryout Information

September 1st-3rd

7:00 am-8:30 am

Coach Blakely

Softball Tryout Information

September 1st-3rd

4:00 pm- 5:30 pm

Coach Brimie

Cross Country- Trial Week

August 31st-Sept. 4th

7:30 am- 8:30 am

Coach Chris Hayden

Chess Club

September 2nd

3:50 pm -4:50 pm

Rm 133- Mrs. Carleton

Coach Sean Carleton

No time to volunteer? No problem! You can still make a difference by becoming a PTA member for just $10. Your membership helps strengthen our PTA and supports the many programs, celebrations, and improvements that benefit our entire campus. 

Last year, our PTA helped make some pretty amazing things happen, including our digital marquee, Student of the Month celebrations, STAR Store, new playground equipment, school supplies, teacher appreciation, campus beautification, and so much more! 

This year, our PTA will continue supporting programs and experiences across our campus while also beginning an exciting new mission: raising funds for sunshades to provide much-needed shade at the front of our school! Every membership, volunteer hour, and contribution helps our PTA continue doing great things for our Mavericks. 

Ready to join the mission? Visit the Marley Park PTA website to become a member, learn about volunteer opportunities, and check out the calendar of upcoming events. Together, we can partner to support our Maverick community!

We have had an amazing first week of school and can not wait for the year ahead! Thank you to all of our parents and staff for all of your help and support as we venture into the new year.  

We are counting down the days of summer break, and looking forward to seeing all our new and returning Mavericks on campus!  

Join us for Meet the Teacher, Tuesday, August 4th from 5:00pm-6:30pm.  Class assignments will be available via your parent portal and homeroom teachers will be sending a welcome email prior to 4:00 PM.  Our lassrooms will be open and teachers are excited to meet all students and families! 

The first day of school is Thursday, August 6th.  The gates will open at 8:40am with instruction beginning at 9:00am.  Parents will be permitted to walk their child to class on the first day.  Beginning on Friday, August 7th we will have staff available to assist student to their classrooms. 

Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with arrival and dismissal procedures for the 2026-2027 school year.   We are looking forward to a great year on campus! 

Do you have a Maverick entering Kindergarten?  Please make sure that your child is enrolled for the upcoming school year and signed up for our Kindergarten Screening on July 20th.  This is a great opportunity for your child to meet all four of our teachers and for our teachers to collect baseline data (about 15 minutes) to help them prepare for the year ahead.  

If you are planning to do back-to-school shopping, please take a moment to review the optional school supplies recommended for your child's grade level. 

Dysart Unified School District is accepting new PreK-12 student enrollment applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Parents and guardians can complete the necessary registration information online at Dysart.org/enroll at any time. Within the enrollment application, parents are able to select their home school, or request their child attend another school outside of their boundary school, including Freedom Traditional Academy, through Open Enrollment. Preschool enrollment options are also available on the main enrollment link above, as well as at GrowingMindsPreschool.org. Learn more at Dysart.org/Preschool.

For in-person enrollment assistance between June 8th and July 1st, families may visit the District Office Monday through Thursday at 15802 N. Parkview Place in Surprise, Arizona from 8am-4:30pm.  All K-12 school offices will reopen for in person enrollment on Wednesday, July 8.

Please note that in order to finalize registration the following documents will be required: government issued photo identification; birth certificate; proof of residency; and immunization records. To keep up with their child’s academic progress, parents are encouraged to sign up for the Parent Portal at Dysart.org/parentportal or via the Campus Parent app, available as early as 24 hours after registration is finalized. To find out if your child is eligible for transportation, visit Dysart.org/Transportation.

Dysart Schools looks forward to serving the community by providing an outstanding preschool through high school experience for students. For additional assistance with student registration, families may contact their local school beginning July 8, call 623-876-7151, or email SISTeam@dysart.org.

As we look toward the 2026-2027 school year, here are some important reminders and items that will support a successful start to the school year. 

Summer Office Hours: The Marley Park office will be closed beginning on June 4th.  We will reopen on July 8th and be open from 8:00-3:00 pm Monday through Thursday (closed Fridays). We will resume normal business hours the week of July 20th, Monday through Friday, 8:00-4:15.  

Optional School Supply Lists: We will post school supply lists by mid-June for your reference.   

Meet the Teacher: Tuesday, August 4th, 5:00-6:30. Student homeroom teachers will be available in the parent portal (Infinite Campus) on Tuesday, August 4th. You will receive a welcome email from your child's homeroom teacher by 4:00 pm.  Class lists will NOT be posted in the courtyard this year.  During Meet the Teacher, classrooms will be open for families to visit with our staff.  

First Day of School: Thursday, August 6th. Gates will open at 8:40 am, and parents will be permitted to walk their children to class on the first day of school only.  We will ask parents to exit campus by 9:00 am so we can get the school year started!  

Early Release: Monday, August 10th, all students will be released at 1:45 pm.  This will be our first early release of the school year, and each Monday following will be an early release. 

As you beign planning for your family vacations and student appointments, please take into consideration the school calendar.  Scheduling during school breaks and early release Mondays is preferred, so students do not miss out on learning! Also, important testing dates and school events are updated frequently on the Parent Square Calendar. 

We hope that all of our Mavericks have a wonderful and safe summer break! We are looking forward to seeing everyone back on campus on Tuesday, August 4th, for Meet the Teacher, followed by the 1st day of the 2026-2027 school year on Thursday, August 6th.