Thank you to all families who joined us for Peter Piper Pizza Night AND our September Flagpole! We loved seeing all the NFL and All-American swag!

In preparation for Veterans Day in November, we are shifting how we raise money and resources for Soldiers Best Friend this year. In leui of the Penny Wars, we will be hosting DOLLAR DAYS SPIRIT WEEK NEXT WEEK! Your child can bring in $1 per day (OR MORE) to participate in the spirit day. All funds will go to Soldiers Best Friend at our November flagpole. Feel free to bring in extra dollars, as the top 3 classes with the most money will earn an extra visit from the Kudos Kart.

🛑 NOTE- WE ARE STILL IN NEED OF A CROSSING GUARD FOR 62ND AVE and ROSE GARDEN 🛑

If you would like to help in the morning or afternoon, please see Jody inside. Thank you in advance for considering giving back to our school in this capacity.

Below is a list of key dates to note for September & October

• Sept 6: Friday 3:30PM Release - FULL DAY FRIDAY
  

• Sept 12: Picture Day

• Sept 13, 20, 27: Friday 2:00PM Release (Teacher Training & PLC Days)

• Sept 30 - Oct 4: Last Week of 1st Quarter

• Oct 4: Grades Close

• Oct 7-11: Fall Break - No School

• Oct 14-18: Parent Teacher Conference Week

• Oct 17-18: Half Day 12:05PM Release

• Oct 18: PTO Movie Night

• Oct 4, 25: Friday 2:00PM Release (Teacher Training & PLC Days)

As a reminder, gates open at 8:30AM. Learning begins promptly at 8:45AM. Please have your children dropped off prior to 8:42AM to ensure they have time to walk to class and be ready to learn at 8:45AM.

Picture Day is coming! Individual student photos will be held on Thursday, September 12. We will do inside recess that day to avoid extra heat exposure and red faces :)

The Legend Springs Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a group of parents, teachers, community members and friends who are all about supporting our school, staff and students at Legend Springs Elementary. We are a 501(c)(3) organization that raises funds to supplement school improvements, pay for learning apps that all students use, show appreciation to our teachers and staff and, of course, host fun events that bring together the Leopard Community!

We believe that, together, we can make a positive impact on our children's school and education. We partner with the school and administration and have similar goals - the students are our #1 priority!

What is a PLC?

A Professional Learning Community (PLC) is a collaborative approach to professional development where educators work together to improve their teaching skills and the academic performance of their students. Within a PLC, teachers regularly meet to discuss and analyze student performance data, share teaching strategies, and develop interventions to address any learning gaps. The core idea is to foster a culture of continuous improvement and collective responsibility for student success.

Why Do We Have Early Release for PLC Time?

Early release days are scheduled to provide our teachers with dedicated time to engage in PLC activities without the distraction of other school responsibilities. This uninterrupted time is essential for effective collaboration and planning. Here are some key reasons for this:

1. Focused Collaboration: Teachers can work together to analyze student data, identify learning trends, and develop targeted strategies to support each student's academic growth.

2. Professional Development: PLC time allows teachers to share best practices, attend training sessions, and stay current with educational research and methodologies.

3. Consistency and Continuity: Regularly scheduled PLC time ensures that collaborative efforts are ongoing and consistent, which is crucial for long-term improvement in teaching and learning.

4. Improved Student Outcomes: Research shows that schools with strong PLCs tend to see higher student achievement. By investing time in professional collaboration, we are directly investing in our students' success.

With an average high temperature of 105 degrees in August, and 100 degrees in September, we'll be dealing with extreme heat for several weeks. Learn about DVUSD student and athlete safety precautions, and get tips to beat the heat from the Arizona Department of Health Services.

PreK-6 Elementary school in DVUSD. A+ School of Excellence. STEM, PE, Music & Art specials offered to EVERY STUDENT EVERY WEEK. Check out our website & follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on programs, events, staff info, curriculum and more.

Website: legendsprings.dvusd.org
Location: 21150 North Arrowhead Loop Road, Glendale, AZ, USA
Phone: 623-376-4500
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