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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)

Thanks to all the wonderful families who joined us this past Wednesday.  Together, we explored practical ways to build healthy digital habits, set meaningful boundaries, and make more space for face-to-face connections.  Seeing everyone commit to balance with their custom Campfire Tech Pacts was the highlight of the night.

Families who joined us for Camp Connected Night turned in their completed passports for a chance to win an awesome board game generously donated by our amazing PTSA!  Pictured is one of many winners!

High Five Friday's are back!  Student Council is back with High Five Friday, what a great way to start the day!

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. 

Lightbulbs are going off in 4th grade!  This week our young scientists discovered that electricity is simply energy transferring from one place to another.  They put that power to work by building their own series of parallel circuits, and watching the light bulb light up!

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.

Huge congratulations to these amazing 3rd graders for taking 1st place in BOTH of the grade-level math and reading challenges! Their dedication, teamwork, and daily focus paid off in a big way, and it’s been incredible watching them support one another toward this huge win.  Way to go, champs—our entire school community is so proud of you!

Mrs. Grauer's 2nd Grade Class partnered up for reading from their textbooks.  Partner paired reading helps to accelerate oral reading fluency by providing students with real-time peer modeling and this increases opportunities to read aloud.  This routine also helps to build crucial comprehension and social-emotional skills as students pause to discuss the text, practice patience, and learn how to collaborate productively with their peers.

Ms. Cline's 2nd Graders became mini engineers as they explored the properties of matter.  Using index cards and paper clips, students discovered that while paper is flexible, changing its shape can make stronger and less flexible. They worked together to put their ideas to the test by building a paper tower strong enough to support a Social Studies book!

Western Peaks PTSA held its first school event this year, and it is spelled BINGO!  What a wonderful HUGE turn out of our parents and staff!  Western Peaks PTSA extends a thank you to all of the parents, students and staff that attended this even.  If you haven't joined the PTSA you can still join!  

Monday we welcomed our littlest learners to preschool. They did amazing and they are eager to make new friends, learn new things  and grow this year!

Please fill out the Free and Reduced form for meals, click the link.  Free and Reduced online application

All Parents - Complete the Annual Student Update

Attention Parents - 

Please make sure to complete the Annual Student Update through the Parent Portal. This quick but essential step ensures your Falcon is ready for success on the very first day of school by providing immediate access to school technology and ensuring we have the most up-to-date information for your family. 

Please verify or update: 

• Emergency Contacts 
• Phone Numbers & Home Address 
• Health & Medication Information 
• Student Technology Access 

Complete your update here: https://dysart.org/parentportal 

Thank you for helping us prepare for a great school year! 

Students may enter the building beginning at 8:40 am. The tardy bell rings at 9:00 am. 

The school office has reopened for enrollment. Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Thursday, July 8, 2026 thru July 23, 2026. Office is closed on Friday's through July 24th.  Regular office schedule will resume August 3, 2026, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Mark your calendars, school starts in about a month.  Meet the teacher night is  August 4, 2026 at 5 pm, first day of school is August 6, 2026  You may access the grade level optional supply list  here

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.

All schools are currently closed for Summer Break.  School resumes on August 6, 2026.  Meet the teacher night is on August 4,  2026 starting at 5:00 pm.  The grade level wish list is posted and can be access through this link.  Optional Supply List 2026-2027

You can register your child/ren online through the following link:  Enrollment