Resources

Hello Asante Families- 

We are excited to announce the new Asante Ranger Reader Program that we are starting this year here at Asante!  The program is launching thanks to our amazing partnership with our PTO who has graciously helped to purchase all the amazing prizes for the program!  The purpose of the program is to help encourage our students to explore the world of literacy  to encourage your child to find joy in reading. The mission of the program is to turn “have to read” into “want to read” and the only way to get better at reading is to take the time to do it!  Here is how the program works:  Every time a student reads a book and submits a Book Slip that is signed by their parent or guardian they will receive points. The points will help them move up to the next level which gets them the new title and the next prize.  

There are multiple levels for the Ranger Program with prizes which include:

• Level 1 Rookie (50 points)- Pencil 
• Level 2 Trainee (100 points)- Bookmark
• Level 3 Semi-Pro (250 points)- Bracelet
• Level 4 Professional (500 points) - New Book 
• Level 5 All Star (1,000 points)- Notebook 
• Level 6 Coach (1,500 points) - Reading Bag
• Level 7 Hall of Fame (2,500 points)- Reading Shirt 
• Level 8 G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time) (5,000 points) - Special Lunch 

Kindergarten

In Kindergarten, students can read books independently or have them read to them by a parent or guardian.  The Book Slip includes a picture summary by the student, but the rest can be completed by the adult.  Each book will earn points with a signed Book Slip turned in to the office. 

1st Grade 

In First Grade, students can read books independently or with support from a parent or guardian helping them or reading it to them. The Book Slip includes a picture summary, but a student can also include a sentence if they would prefer..   Each book will earn points with a signed Book Slip turned in to the office.   

2nd Grade 

In Second Grade, students can earn points by reading books independently and filling out a Book Slip. The Book Slip must be signed by an adult.   Each book will earn points with a signed Book Slip turned in to the office.    

Third-Fifth Grades  

In Third- Fifth Grades, students can earn points by reading books independently and filling out a Book Slip.  The Book Slip  must be signed by an adult.  Each book will earn points with a signed Book Slip turned in to the office.   For a chance to double points, students can write a book review on the Book Review form.  If it is selected to be read on the announcements, they can earn double points for their book.

Book Point Charts 

• Picture Book = 25 pts (K-2 only)
• Chapter Book 1-200 pages = 50 points 
• Chapter Books 201-400 pages = 75 points 
• Chapter Books 401+ pages= 100 points 
• Book Review Written and Chosen for Announcements = Double points in chart above (3-5 only)

Links to Forms 

Kindergarten and First Reading Slip

Second- Fifth Grade Reading Slip

Book Review Grade 3-5

Below you can find the academic success guides for each grade at Asante.  The guide will provide you information on what your child will be learning during the year.   

• APA Kindergarten Guide
• APA First Grade Guide
• APA Second Grade Guide
• APA Third Grade Guide
  
• APA Fourth Grade Guide
  
• APA Fifth Grade Guide  

Below you will find the recommended supply list for the 2024-2025 school year by grade level.

• Kindergarten Supply List
  
• 1st Grade Supply List
  
• 2nd Grade Supply List
  
• 3rd Grade Supply List
  
• 4th Grade Supply List
  
• 5th Grade Supply List
  

Asante Preparatory  Late Work Policy By Grade:

Kindergarten:  Students may turn in work up to two weeks past the due date before it cannot be accepted.    

First Grade:  Students may turn in work up to two weeks past the due date before it cannot be accepted.    

Second Grade:  Students may turn in work up to one week past the due date before it cannot be accepted.     

Third Grade:  Students may turn in work up to one week past the due date before it cannot be accepted.    

Fourth Grade:  Students may turn in two assignments late per content area per quarter.  No other assignments can be accepted late. 

Fifth Grade:  Students may turn in two assignments late per content area per quarter.  No other assignments can be accepted late.    

PTO/PTA

The Asante PTO is a local organization of teachers and parents who work together to improve schools and to help students.  This group is an amazing group of individuals who work together to provide community activities and support our students here at Asante.  You can be involved in volunteering as little or as much as you would like. We appreciate any efforts made toward the success of our organization.  To find out more or to join, check out the Asante PTO website here. 

Site Council

Volunteer

Our school community is excited to integrate community members into our schools and programs.  Community members looking to get involved and make a difference in the lives of children and their families can volunteer in many ways for our school, offering valuable support to educators! Learn more at www.dysart.org/volunteer

Tax Credit

You can support Asante and receive a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit.  Choose one of the four categories and a school to support, and 100% of your donation goes to the category and school of your choice.  Arizona Law (ARS 43-1089.01) allows married couples filing jointly a tax credit of up to $400 and individual taxpayers a tax credit of up to $200 when they contribute to extra-curricular activities in public schools. This tax credit is available to all who reside in Arizona and have a tax liability at least equal to that of their donation.  You do not have to be a parent of a child in our school to benefit from this law. Contributions are donated directly to the school.  This means your donations are used directly to support student activities here at Asante.      

Online Tax Credit Contribution 

AZ Tax Credit Contribution Form [PDF] 

Tax Credit Information

Mail your check with the Tax Credit Program form to: 

Dysart Unified School District No. 89 

Attn: Tax Credit Program

15802 N Parkview Place

Surprise, AZ 85374

Student Council

Advisors:  Rachel Plitzuweit 

Purpose: This is a student leadership group who work to promote school spirit and student voices in decision making. 

Students Who Can Participate:  Grades 3-4  

Advisor Emails: rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org 

Choir 

Advisor:  Emily Wilson 

Purpose:  Students in grades that participate in choir will focus on learning different types of choral music, sight-reading, correct singing techniques, and performance etiquette. The Asante Choir performs at school and district events and has a large concert once a semester.  

Students Who Can Participate:  Grades 3-5 

Advisor Emails: emily.wilson@dysart.org

National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS)

Advisor:  Allison Hinojosa and Natalie Neal 

Purpose:  The purpose of this chapter shall be to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, to encourage the development of character, and to foster active citizenship in students.   

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 4-5.  

Advisor Emails: allison.hinojosa@dysart.org and  natalie.neal@dysart.org

STEM  

Advisor:   Alicia Mullins   

Purpose:  The students will participate in science, technology, engineering, and math activities with a focus on hands-on activities. The students will also learn basic coding and working with robotics.

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 3-4

Advisor Emails: alicia.mullins@dysart.org

Entry to Sports 

Advisors: Stacia Moses, Lindsay Smith, Abbiegail Schallmo, Rachel Plitzuweit, and Randy Maville 

Purpose:   Students in 3rd-5th grade will be invited to participate in a before school Beginning Sports Club. They will be introduced to various team sports and learn the skills and concepts to participate in those sports. We will be working on soccer, volleyball, basketball, and flag football throughout the duration of the club. Teamwork and sportsmanship will be a primary focus throughout.

Students Who Can Participate:  Grades 3-4  

Advisor Emails: stacia.moses@dysart.org, lindsay.smith@dysart.org, abbiegail.schallmo@dysart.org, rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org, and randy.maville@dysart.org

Robotics Club

Advisor: Roger Lundburg

Purpose: Students will work with robotics to compete in challenges. The culminating event will be the district competition.  

Students Who Can Participate: 3-4 grade 

Advisors email: harry.lunderburg@dysart.org

Pickleball Club 

Advisors: Emily Dean  and Rachel Plitzuweit 

Purpose: Students will explore the game of Pickleball and work on skills and game competition.   

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 3-5

Advisors emails: emily.dean@dysart.org and rachel.plitzuweit@dysart.org 

Mathletes 

Advisors: Julie Merrill and Dana Choo

Purpose: Students who join Mathletes will explore math challenges in teams. The culminating activity will be participation in the Mathletes District Competition. 

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 3-5 

Advisors Email: dana.choo@dysart.org and julie.merrill@dysart.org

KPop Club

Advisors:  April Choe  

Purpose: Welcome to Kpop Club, everyone! For people who are unfamiliar with Kpop, it stands for Korean pop culture. Club members will explore a new culture, food, dances, songs, and the Korean language itself. Groups include, but not limited to, BTS and Blackpink. The club an opportunity for people with similar interests to interact with each other and meet some new friends. 

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 3-5

Advisors Emails: mi.choe@dysart.org 

Readers Theater

Advisors: Sarah Epperson, Patricia Williamson and Jillian Gray

Purpose: Reader's Theater club will be for students interested in theater and fun!  We will practice reading stories and fables in a play format. Practicing reading a text multiple times will improve expression, accuracy, and rate of reading.

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 2-3

Advisors Emails: sarah.epperson@dysart.org. patricia.williamson@dysart.org and jillian.gray@dysart.org

Disney Art Club 

Advisors:  Alyssa Delgado and Shelby Lawler

Purpose: This club will provide students an opportunity to explore their artistic talents applied to the fantastical world of Walt Disney!

Advisors Emails: alyssa.delgado@dysart.org and shelby.lawler@dysart.org

Yoga Club 

Advisors: Chanel Turner 

Purpose:  Students will learn the basic poses themed around a children's story each session.

Students Who Can Participate: Grades 1

Advisors Emails:  chanel.turner@dysart.org

Lego Club 

Advisors: Patricia Borgesen and Alicia Mullins 

Purpose:  Welcome to Lego Club! Students in kindergarten and first grade will build and create using Legos while making new friends!

Advisors Emails:  patricia.borgesen@dysart.org and alicia.mullins@dysart.org