Asante News

Dear Asante Families- 

This week we start our state testing for grades 3-8 in writing.  This important test date is on Wednesday, April 5th.  Please make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and eats a good breakfast.  It is very important your child is on time and please note that they cannot be signed out early if they are in the middle of the test.  We appreciate your assistance.  We are excited for the students to show what they have learned this year.  A full test schedule is linked below for your reference on the other days.  

 Here are upcoming events and information: 

• House color day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
• State testing is coming for grades 3-8. Please see the link to the schedule of dates to help with scheduling appointments and things around the testing dates. Link  Please also make sure they have a fully charged Chromebook. 
•  There will be an informational meeting about joining PTO and roles for our PTO board on April 5th at 6:00 PM.  Please note this has been moved to an in person meeting in the media center.  Please join us to learn more about safety and program contributions the PTO has made for our school and discuss plans for next year. We hope you can join us! 
• There will be no school this Friday, April 7th for Spring Holiday.  

 Emily Dean

Dear Asante Families- 

We want to thank everyone who joined us at the Arts Festival this weekend!  We truly appreciate the support for our amazing choir, band and art groups!  It was truly a spectacular event for all that could make it.  Here are upcoming events and information: 

• House color day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
•  State testing is coming for grades 3-8. Please see the link to the schedule of dates to help with scheduling appointments and things around the testing dates. Link  Please note it is important to have your child get a good night’s sleep and also to eat a good breakfast for them to be ready to show what they know. 
• There will be an informational meeting about joining PTO and roles for our PTO board online on April 5th online at the following link, which can also be found on our school calendar. 
• Please join us to learn more! Our STEM and Robotics groups will be competing at the district competition on Monday afternoon.  We wish them good luck! 

Emily Dean

Dear Asante Families- 

 We hope you had a wonderful Spring Break with family and friends.  It is hard to believe we are in fourth quarter already!  It is going to be a busy month!  Here are upcoming events and information: 

• House color day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
• State testing is coming for grades 3-8. Please see the link to the schedule of dates to help with scheduling appointments and things around the testing dates. Link 
•  Kinder Showcase for kindergarten students for the 23/24 school year is this Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.  There will be a chance to tour, meet teachers, check out the cafe and the specials!  
• Student Council is sponsoring a Springtastic Dance for 6th-8th graders on Friday, March 24th, from 5-7pm. Tickets will be on sale after Spring Break starting on Tuesday, March 21st for $5 before school during soft start. There will be a DJ, food, and fun! Students must be picked up at the front at the end of the dance. 

 Emily Dean

We hope you enjoy an amazing break with family and friends.  School will be closed from March 13-17th for Spring Break. 

Dear Asante Families- 

 Summer learning letter opportunities for students went out on Tuesday last week and are due by this Friday, March 10th.  Summer Learning will run for 3 weeks June 5th - 22nd from 8:00-11:00.  In order for your child to be enrolled, please complete the form .  

Here are the upcoming events and information:

• House color day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
• State testing is coming for grades 3-8. Please see the link to the schedule of dates to help with scheduling appointments and things around the testing dates. Link 
• Field Day for 4th-6th grade is Wednesday, March 8th! Our Asante Ranger Games for 4th-6th grade are set for Wednesday, March 8th, from 8:30-11am. Students will work together to compete in different team events with their homeroom class. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, hats, sunscreen, and bring water bottles. If you have any questions, please email Coach P. - rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org    
• Homeroom Olympics are on Friday, March 10th! On Friday, March 10th, the 7th and 8th grade students will be competing in our Asante Homeroom Olympics. It will run from 8:30-11:00am. Students have begun signing up for various events this week and will compete against students from the other homerooms. The fun will conclude with a Tug of War Challenge and a medal ceremony. Students are encouraged to bring water bottles and wear sunscreen. Please email me if you have any questions about the event: rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org 
•  Next week is Spring Break.  Campus will be closed from March 13-17th.  

 Emily Dean

Dear Asante Families- 

As we end February and head into March there is a lot for students to be excited about around campus!  Field days and Homeroom Olympics are coming and many of our grade levels have upcoming field trips.  Our students continue to work hard on their goals and to focus on their learning!  Grades 3-8 are taking benchmark tests this week and preparing for state testing in April.  

View Asante's AASA Master Schedule.  

 Here are upcoming events and information:  

•  Yearbook pre orders continue at the price of $27.  To order, go to www.gradsyearbook.com. 
•  House color day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
•  Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence.  
•  Our PTO is having a FUNdraiser on February 28th from 5-7 PM.  This will be at the McDonalds on 16547 W. Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85388 
•  Field Day for K/1st grade is coming up Friday, March 3rd! Our K/1st grade Asante Field Day is set for Friday, March 3rd, from 8:30-10:15am. Students will work together to complete many relay races and station activities. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes, shoes, hats, and bring water bottles. Cookies will also be given out during the day of fun! If you have any questions, please email Coach P. - rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org 
•  Field Day for 2nd/3rd grade is coming up Friday, March 3rd! Our 2/3rd grade Asante Field Day is set for Friday, March 3rd, from 12:45-2:45pm. Students will work together to complete many relay races and station activities. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes, shoes, hats, and bring water bottles. Cookies will also be given out during the day of fun! If you have any questions, please email Coach P. - rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org 

Dear Asante Families- 

This school community continues to amaze us with the response and caring to causes!  The students in grade K-5 are working hard at the Kids Heart Challenge benefitting the American Heart Association.  At the end of last week, they have already raised over $3,000 with two weeks to go! We thank you so much for your support!  

 Here are some of the important upcoming events and reminders :  

• The support of the school continues with the amazing work of our PTO! Make sure you come to the PTO meeting on February 14th in the Media Center at 3:30. 
• Volleyball games are Monday at 6:00 PM  and Wednesday at 5:00 PM. 
• Football games are Tuesday at 6:00 PM and Wednesday  at 5:00 PM. No school on Monday, February 20th in observance of Presidents’ Day.  
• Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence. 
•  Yearbook pre orders continue at the price of $27.  To order, go to www.gradsyearbook.com. Yearbooks will be on sale through March.  
•  Monday is House Color Day, and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 

 Emily Dean 

Dear Asante Families- 

This week our focus is on parent teacher conferences.  The partnership between school and home is so important for our students.  We look forward to having you on campus and to getting to talk to you about success and challenges and how you can help to partner with us here at school to help your child reach their highest levels of success. For conferences, we will be having a 1:00 dismissal on Monday, Thursday and Friday this week.  As you are on campus, please remember we are looking for some PTO volunteers for next year, so don’t hesitate to come by and ask questions or to reach out to asanteptopresident@gmail.com. The roles on the board for PTO are required to have a functioning PTO, but they do not have to be huge time commitments.  Don’t hesitate to ask for information if you might be interested! 

Here are some other important updates for the week:  

• Yearbook pre orders continue at the price of $27.  To order, go to www.gradsyearbook.com. Yearbooks will be on sale through March.
• Monday is House Color Day, and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
• Student Council will be selling Valentine Grams on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday morning for $1 in the courtyard before school.

 Emily Dean 

Dear Asante Families- 

The Kids Heart Challenge program for grades K-5 is kicking off on February 1st! We are proud to support the American Heart Association and Be the Torch in the fight against heart disease and stroke! Students will learn how to keep their hearts happy and healthy through physical and mental wellbeing, while helping others with special hearts by raising life saving donations. Our goal is to have 100% of our school families join the team and learn Hands-Only CPR through Finn’s Mission. Don’t wait, get started TODAY! Students who join the team early AND students who complete Finn’s Mission will get recognized at our kick-off!

Here are some other important updates for the week:  

•  Yearbook pre orders continue at the price of $27.  To order, go to www.gradsyearbook.com. Yearbooks will be on sale through March. 
• The Asante PTO is in need of board members for next year.  Our amazing board has served for two years.  Elections will be in May 2023. If you are interested in a role, please email asanteptopresident@gmail.com.  If you have questions, email or feel free to call the office to talk to someone.  We need a full board to be able to continue the amazing events and fundraisers that have helped our school community! 
• Considering a tax credit donation?  You have until April for the 2022 tax year.  Click here to learn more or here to make a donation online.  
•  Monday is House Color Day, and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 

Dear Asante Families- 

 Thank you again to everyone for your continued support of our amazing school community!  Parent teacher conferences are coming up in just a couple of weeks!  Mark your calendars for the week of February 6th!  Here are some other important updates for the week:  

• Picture day is Thursday, January 26th.  There will be individual pictures for the spring and also group pictures for the yearbook.   Yearbook pre orders continue at the price of $27.  To order, go to www.gradsyearbook.com. Yearbooks will be on sale through March. 
• The Asante PTO is in need of board members for next year.  Our amazing board has served for two years.  Elections will be in May 2023. If you are interested in a role, please email asanteptopresident@gmail.com.  If you have questions, email or feel free to call the office to talk to someone.  We need a full board to be able to continue the amazing events and fundraisers that have helped our school community! 
• Considering a tax credit donation?  You have until April for the 2022 tax year.  Click here to learn more or here to make a donation online.  
•  Monday is House Color Day, and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 

Dear Asante Families- 

Our school community appreciates the support of our PTO.  This group is critical to many of the things we are able to accomplish for our students here at school.  The Asante PTO is in need of board members for next year.  Our amazing board has served for two years.  Elections will be in May 2023. If you are interested in a role, please email asanteptopresident@gmail.com.  If you have questions, email or feel free to call the office to talk to someone.  We need a full board to be able to continue the amazing events and fundraisers that have helped our school community! 

 Here are some other important upcoming events:  

• There is no school on Monday, January 16th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  
• Considering a tax credit donation?  You have until April for the 2022 tax year.  Click here to learn more or here to make a donation online.  
• Our Asante artists have artwork displayed at district office through the end of the month! 
• Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 

 Thank you as always for your continued support.  Have a great week! 

Dear Asante Families- 

 We are off and running on Quarter 3! It is so hard to believe how quickly the time has gone so far! Here are some important updates for this upcoming week:  

• Considering a tax credit donation?  You have until April for the 2022 tax year.  Click here to learn more or here to make a donation online.  
• Don’t forget House Color Day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
• Flag football and girls’ volleyball tryouts are this week for 6th-8th graders interested.  8th grade parents, there is an optional promotion meeting on January 10th at 5:00 PM in the media center.  Here is the information that will be shared.  
• We have a PTO meeting in the media center on Tuesday, January 10th at 3:30 PM.  We hope you can join us! 
•  For Current 3rd-5th grade parents: Members of Dysart Unified School District’s Textbook Adoption Committee will evaluate textbooks for grades 4-6 English Language Arts (ELA) and high school Advanced Placement (AP) Economics. The materials will be made available for review online and will be on display November 14, 2022 through January 13, 2023 at Freedom Traditional Academy, 16066 N Parkview Place Surprise, Arizona 85374. Parents and community members are invited to view the materials before and after school, from 7:15-8:00 AM and 3:00-3:45 PM. The last evening dates will be on January 10, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.  To view the materials online, visit Dysart.org/CurriculumReview. 

 Emily Dean

We want to wish our whole Asante Community a happy holiday season.  School will be closed from break with December 21st to January 4th.  We look forward to starting second semester on January 5th. 

Dear Asante Families- 

We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and break with family and friends. December 19th and 20th are both early dismissals at 1:00 PM.  Winter Break begins on December 21- January 4.  Students return on 1/5/23 for the second semester. 

Here is a message from Ms. Rodriguez, our social worker:  

If you are interested in your child participating in small groups please complete the form below by 12/19. Groups are being formed now and will begin after winter break. Groups are a way for students to build their communication, friendship skills, confidence and problem solving skills. Small Groups Request 

This is your reminder that the 2022-2023 Asante Preparatory Academy Yearbook is on sale now! This is your LAST CHANCE to purchase a yearbook for the lowest price of the school year. From now until December 31st, you can pre-order your student's yearbook for only $25! Pricing increases to $27 starting January 1st.  These are the days your student will treasure forever. Make sure that your student doesn’t miss out on this meaningful keepsake. It’s the only book that captures the year’s events, activities, friendships, experiences and memories from the 2022-2023 school year.  Place your order for the yearbook at gradsyearbook.com. This year’s book is one you won’t want to miss! 

 Have a wonderful break! 

 Emily Dean

Dear Asante Families- 

This has been an exciting couple of weeks for the arts at Asante!  Please remember many of these programs are funded by tax credit.   Click here to learn more or here to make a donation online. 

•  The Winter Band Concert on December 13th at 6:30 PM at Dysart High School.  
•  The PTO is having a FUNdraiser at Peter Piper Pizza on Bell Road on Thursday, December 15th from 4-8 PM.  
•  Student Council is selling Candy Grams Monday thru Friday this week for $1.  Candy Grams will be delivered the following week.  Student Council is also hosting Spirit Week.  Check the school website and teacher blasts for full details. 
•  December 19th and 20th are both early dismissals at 1:00 PM.  Winter Break begins on December 21- January 4.  Students return on 1/5/23 for second semester. 
• Don’t forget House Color Day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
•  Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to ordering. 

 We thank you for your continued support! 

 Emily Dean

Dear Asante Families- 

 We are already in December!  It is so hard to believe.  As we head into the end of the year, it is not too late to make a Tax Credit Donation to our school.  Click here to learn more or here to make a donation online.  

•  The Winter Choir Concert  will be on December 8th at 6:00 PM at Asante. Doors will open at 5:40 PM. The Winter Band Concert on December 13th at 6:30 PM at Dysart High School. 
•  Students in grades 3-5 will be taking their mid year benchmark assessments on Tuesday and Wednesday this week.  We cannot wait to see how much they have grown!  
•  Don’t forget House Color Day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! 
•  Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to ordering.  
•  Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence.  

Dear Asante Families- 

 We hope you had wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends.  We are so grateful to be able to work with your children here at Asante.  Here are the updates for this week upcoming:

• Our PTO has partnered with Desert Farm Lights to have an Asante Night on November 30th from 5:30-10PM!   Location: 14629 W. Peoria Ave, Waddell, AZ, 85355  The ticket code to use is ASANTE and prices are $13 for ages 2-12.  Military and senior discounts are available. 
• Don’t forget House Color Day is Monday and Asante Spirit Day is Friday! Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to ordering.  
• Save the date for the Winter Choir Concert on December 8th at 6:00 PM at Asante and the Winter Band Concert on December 13th at 6:30 PM at Dysart High School.  
• Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence.  

 Emily Dean

We hope you all have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving!  Asante will be closed from November 21-25th. 

Dear Asante Families- 

We are so thankful to our amazing community and to have the opportunity to work with your students.  Here are some updates for this week:  

• If you already RSVPd for the Thanksgiving lunch, any non-student meal must be paid by cash at the door, preferably small bills.  The cost is $3.50 per meal.  Student meals must be paid separately through their lunch account.  
• The Turkey Trot finals are on Monday!  Students running in the finals received invitations to the event for the grade! 
•  Our Choir is performing at the Governing Board Meeting on Thursday at 6:00 PM and our Boys Baseball team will also be honored that night for winning the district championship.  
• Picture retake day is Tuesday morning.  This will also be for students who ordered pictures and need a retake or who were absent previously. Packages must be brought in that day for pictures to be retaken for students who were not absent.  
• Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence.  
• School is closed November 21st-25th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.  

 Emily Dean

We want to thank all the veterans who have served our country.  School is closed in observance on Friday,  November 11th. 

Dear Asante Families- 

It was another busy week last week at Asante. We thank you so much for your continued support.  

Here are the updates for this upcoming week: 

•  The monthly PTO meeting is Tuesday in the media center at 3:30 PM.  We hope you can join us!  
•  This is the last week that the National Junior Honor Society is collecting socks and blankets for the homeless shelter.  You can bring your donations for this Soctober event through the middle of November.    
•  Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to the information for ordering. 
•  With the weather cooling down we know the holiday season is here. If this season you are in need of assistance please complete this form Holiday Help . Your submissions are due by Sunday Nov. 13th. If you have any questions, please contact me directly at (623) 523-8932 or eva.rodriguez@dysart.org. 
• The Turkey Trot is coming!  Students will be running this week in the qualifying races. Parents/guardians will get invitations to the finals if students qualify! 
•  Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence.  
•  Please note that there is no school on Veterans’ Day, Friday, November 11th.  

 Emily Dean 

Dear Asante Families- 

 The weather is finally changing and second quarter is well underway now.  Below you will find a link to the important information for the upcoming events and information: 

• Please note there are no costumes allowed on Monday. We enjoyed seeing them at Trunk or Treat. 
•  Please make sure you do not park in the fire line or in undesignated parking at drop off or pick up time.  This is especially important for even our midday parent pick ups from preschool in case of an emergency and the need for trucks to access the fire lane. Thank you for your partnership on this important safety piece.  
•  Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to the information for ordering.  
•  National Junior Honor Society is collecting socks and blankets for the homeless shelter.  You can bring your donations for this Soctober event through the middle of November.   
•  Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1. Please make sure to leave the student name, grade and the reason for the absence.  
•  Please note that there is no school on Veterans’ Day, Friday, November 11th.  

 Emily Dean

 Dysart Unified School District invites parents and students to a Career and College Expo on Wednesday, October 26 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at the Dysart District Office, located at 15802 N. Parkview Place in Surprise.  

The expo showcases Dysart's Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, West-MEC, colleges and universities, and military representatives so families can explore opportunities to pursue in and after high school. This is a great way for 5th through 11th grade students and their parents to get hands-on with all of the career pathway classes and programs offered at Dysart Schools. The event is free and open to the public. Details can be found at www.dysart.org/CTEexpo. 

Dysart Schools currently offer 17 CTE programs at four high schools (Dysart High School, Shadow Ridge High School, Valley Vista High School, and Willow Canyon High School.) Program options include Automotive Technology, Culinary Arts, Digital Animation, Digital Photography, Education Professions, Engineering, Film and TV Production, Fire Science, Graphic Design, Laboratory Assisting, Law and Public Safety, Marketing, Nursing Services, Software and App Design, Sports Medicine, Stagecraft Design and Production and Technology Device Maintenance. Learn more at www.dysart.org/CTE. 

Dear Asante Families- 

Thank you to our amazing PTO and all the volunteers who helped to make the Trunk or Treat happen for our community!  

 We also want to thank everyone in the community who has made a tax credit donation to our school.  IF you haven’t, now is an ideal time to make a tax credit donation which helps to support all to support all of our extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. Parents and community members can make an online donation to our school that is 100% tax deductible. Families may donate a maximum of $400 and individuals may contribute up to $200.Please visit this link to make a payment or to learn  more about it.

 Here are some of the other upcoming events and information: 

• Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to the information for ordering. 
• National Junior Honor Society is collecting socks and blankets for the homeless shelter.  You can bring your donations for this Soctober event through the middle of November.   
• The Thanksgiving lunch for students this year in November 17th.  A flyer was sent in last week and if you want to join your child for lunch, please RSVP by October 31st.   
• Don’t forget the attendance line to call your students out is 623-523-8903, or you can call 623-523-8900 and press 1.

 Emily Dean

Dear Asante Families-

 We hope you had an enjoying and relaxing Fall Break with family and friends.  We appreciate all the support from first quarter and are looking forward to an exciting week back.  As we head into this next journey, please make sure to continue to celebrate with your children their All Time Bests.  No matter what it is in, we know the power of continuing to challenge each individual to work toward the goal of getting better each and every day! 

 Here are some of the other upcoming events and information: 

• The annual Trunk or Treat is taking place this Friday, October 21 from 5:30-7:30.  This event cannot happen without your support!  To sign-up for a trunk, click here Trunk Link If you can volunteer for even 30 minutes, click here: Volunteer Sign-up Link   There will be vendors, trunk or treating, food trucks and games!  Also, if you would like to donate wrapped candy for Trunk or Treat, please drop it in the Robot out front at arrival or dismissal or drop it at the front office.  We can’t wait to see you there!  
•  Reminder there are no costumes on Trunk or Treat day during the school day or on Halloween.  
•  Looking for a reason not to cook, Oregano’s FUNdraiser is on Tuesday, October 18th from 12-8 PM. 
•  Yearbooks are also on sale online for $25 a yearbook.  Here is a link to the information for ordering.  

Asante will be closed for Fall Break on October 10-14th. We hope you enjoy.a great break with family and friends! 

For parent teacher conference week, Asante has a 1:00 dismissal for Thursday, October 6th and Friday, October 7th.  There is no preschool on these two days. 

Monday: Dress up like a teacher day/house color day

Tuesday: Pajama Day 

Wednesday: Movie Character Day (No masks)

Thursday: Sports Day (Favorite Team Day)

Friday: Asante Spirit Day! (spirit shirts or black and gold) 

Thank you for participating! 

The Asante Preparatory Glow Run is taking place on September 30th.  Our students raised over $35,000 and will participate in the run this Friday.  Make sure to wear Neon or bright colors! 

Dear Asante Families,

We so enjoyed seeing so many families at Literacy Night this week!  It was a truly amazing event for the community, and it was wonderful to see so many of your there.  

 We want you to be aware that all Dysart Schools set aside one minute every day for a Moment of Silence in all K-12 classrooms. We encourage you to discuss with your student(s) how to best use the Moment of Silence each day. Please remember that, per A.R.S. 15-506(A), students are prohibited from interfering with other students’ participation in the Moment of Silence, so we ask you to remind your students to avoid activities that could distract others during this time. We appreciate your partnership and support in this daily observance.

Here are some of the very important updates: 

• The Glow Run Fundraiser is continuing through Friday, September 30th.  Students will be participating in the Glow Run during school on 9/30/22 during their specials/electives.  Unfortunately, due to capacity, parents will not be able to attend.  Find your student’s Glow Run page at AsanteGlows.pledge-drive.net.
  
• Picture day is this Wednesday, September 28th during school.You may PRE-ORDER your pictures by CLICKING HERE.  If you have any questions, please call Grads Photography at 623.580.4723.  
• Yearbooks are also on sale online for $22 a yearbook.  Here is a link to the information for ordering.
  
• This is a reminder that for parent teacher conferences there will be early dismissal on October 3, October 6, and October 7th at 1:00.
  
• House color day will be Monday and spirit day is Friday.
  

We look forward to seeing you on campus! 

Emily Dean 

Rangers will be learning about the signing of the US Constitution on Friday to honor Constitution Day, September 17th. 

Tonight is Handel's Ice Cream Night! We hope you can join us for some yummy treats and a chance to visit with members of our school community!

Remember there is no school in observance of Labor Day, Monday September 5th!

Here is a link to the weekly updates. 

Join us this Tuesday afternoon, August 9th,  at 3:30 for our first PTO meeting this year.  The meeting will take place in the Media Center or online on Zoom. (The link can be found in the school calendar.)

We are so excited to welcome back our families and to welcome our new families for the 22/23 school year!  Click the button below to read the letter.

We can't wait to see everyone back for the first day of school on August 3! Make sure you mark your calendars for event and activity dates and keep an eye on our new website for important information as the start of school approaches.

Our Meet the Teacher night will be on August 1 from 4:30-6pm. Please join us to see the campus, meet your child's teachers, and get information on what to expect this year. 

Still need to enroll? There's still time to get your children enrolled for the 2022-2023 school year! Parents and guardians can complete the necessary registration information online at Dysart.org/enroll at any time.  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. For additional assistance with student registration, families are welcome to contact our front office.

Don't forget to make sure you have access to the Parent Portal to keep up with your child’s academic progress throughout the year! Sign up or access the site online at Dysart.org/parentportal or via the Campus Parent app. 

Dysart Schools have many opportunities for the community to assist schools in providing an amazing educational experience to each and every student. Volunteers help to enrich children’s learning opportunities, provide individual attention to children who need one-on-one assistance, promote a school-home-community partnership for quality education, provide staff members with more time to work with students, and assist staff members and support personnel with non-instructional tasks.

Where is Help Needed?

• Classroom and teacher support 
• One-on-one student assistance 
• Event help (preparations, setup, operations, tear-down)  
• Guest speakers (experts or retirees in various fields) 
• Front office assistance

How to Become a Volunteer:

1. Review the volunteer handbook and complete the volunteer application at Dysart.org/Volunteer 
2. Make an appointment for your volunteer orientation 
3. Coordinate your schedule through the school office 
4. Put on your volunteer badge and have fun!

Who Should Apply to Volunteer?

Anyone who cares about children and education is a potential volunteer. Parents, grandparents and community members 18 years of age or older who want to make a difference in the lives of children and support educators are encouraged to apply to become a volunteer with Dysart Unified School District. Volunteers are welcome in all of our schools and prior teaching experience is not necessary.

Learn more or apply here.

Dysart Nutrition Services ensures that students at all schools have fresh, wholesome and nutritious breakfast and lunch options to support their education and focus in class. Learn more about Nutrition Services at Dysart.org/Nutrition. Menus and nutritional information may be viewed at Dysart.Nutrislice.com.

Apply for Free and Reduced Meals

Beginning July 1, 2022 the USDA is returning to income eligibility guidelines for free or reduced meals. All families should complete a Free and Reduced Lunch Application at SchoolCafe.com to help maintain school funding and make sure that qualified families receive this and other benefits. Only one application is required per family, and may be completed at SchoolCafe.com.

How to Add Meal Funds to an Account

Cash and checks are accepted for meal purchases, or families may utilize SchoolCafe.com to prepay for meals online, view their balances, or place restrictions on purchases. Online payments take 24 hours to post to student accounts.  

Meal Prices 

• Elementary Lunch $2.60, Reduced $.40, Adult $3.50  
• Elementary Breakfast $1.25, Reduced $.30, Adult $1.75  High School Lunch $2.85, Reduced $.40, Adult $3.50  
• High School Breakfast $1.25, Reduced $.30, Adult $1.75 

A la carte and snack items are available for purchase on each campus, and additional meals are available for an added charge. Parents are always welcome to dine with their child, but please be sure to call in advance and check-in at the school office. Adult meals may be purchased for $1.75 for breakfast or $3.50 for lunch. 

Dysart is the largest employer in both the cities of Surprise and El Mirage with over 2,700 employees. Dysart Schools offer highly competitive salaries, full benefits and an inviting school-year calendar with holidays and weekends off for most positions. 

With a wide-variety of positions ranging from groundskeeper, to mechanic, to office staff, and teachers, we’re always looking for great people to join our Dysart team!

Current High Need Areas: 

•  Bus Drivers and Aides
•  Childcare and Preschool Aides
•  Paraprofessionals
•  Behavioral Technicians 
•  Speech and Language Pathologists 
•  Special Education Teachers 
•  Math Teachers 
•  Science Teachers 
•  ASL Teachers 
•  Health Services Assistants 
•  Crossing Guards 
•  Maintenance Workers and Plant Managers 
•  Social Workers

Check out our current openings at Dysart.org/Careers and apply today!

The Parent Portal is a great tool to stay informed 24/7 about your child’s academic progress. Grades, attendance, assignments and more are viewable in real time online or via the app, Campus Parent. A single login allows parents with multiple students to access information for all of their children in one place. Learn more at Dysart.org/ParentPortal.

Update Your Communication Preferences and Contact Info

To make sure that we can keep you informed in emergency situations, please ensure that your contact information is current in the Parent Portal. You are also able to adjust your communication preferences (phone, text, and/or email) at Dysart.org/ParentPortal or on the Campus Parent app to ensure you are getting the various message types in the way that you would like. Remember that if you select more than one type of communication per category, you will receive the message multiple times via each of those avenues.